CTA Frame / A Frame Mounted Plow UHMW Plow Edge/Kit
This kit includes FREE, Ground Service delivery via
UPS and USPS to the lower 48
This listing is for our UHMW Edges for the CTA A Frame Mounted Plow, in the 60 inch, 66 inch and 72 inch plows mounting on the front John Deere 1N and A frame 3 Point Hitch
CTA makes a great plow, but it needs a custom-made, robust UHMW Composite edge to protect the pavement and stop surface damage when clearing snow and ice with the plow. We have the best solution.
Our SBS UHMW composite plow edge is just the answer to provide the surface clearing that only a UHMW edge can provide. Quiet, non surface scratching snow clearing, which can scrape snow and ice, but stop the abrasion damage of a steel plow edge. For those customers, a SBS UHMW Plow edge offers a great solution.
We offer a range of UHMW plow edges including our Standard Duty UHMW Edge and our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge. We are offering these two UHMW edges and also offering the chance to purchase the heavy steel strap used for the UHMW or rubber plow edges. The CTA Strap is the same size, shape and style as CTA sells on new plows when the UHMW edge is selected.
We custom cut all of our UHMW plow edges and our mounting straps on computer controlled laser or water jet cutting machines to produce a superior product which will take your CTA plow to it’s peak performance level.
Our Standard Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge 5” tall x 1” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge, 6” tall x 1.25” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Please see Footnote 1 at the end of this page about the images used in our product listings. Thank you.
Due to the thickness of our plow edges, plows standard bolts won’t fit as they are too short. Plus a new plow edge is time for new hardware to avoid rust and corrosion and make installation and adjustments easier. The price includes this full hardware set.
How to order our UHMW Plow edge Kit for your CTA Frame / A Frame Mounted Plow
Select your CTA Plow Size (60”, 66” or 72” plow width)
Select either our Standard Duty Edge or Commercial Duty Edge, based upon your snow clearing needs, budget, etc.
Add it to your cart.
Complete the personal information including name, shipping address, etc. and payment method information,.
We will handle the rest…..and soon your new CTA Frame / A Frame Plow will have its new UHMW Edge and Hardware, fully cut, machined and ready for easy installation.
Plow UHMW Edge(s) Details
We don’t ship you a project which needs to be cut and machined to install it. Our UHMW Plow edge is fully machined and ready to install. Installation takes only minutes. We even include the new set of Corrosion Resistant Hardware to complete the installation.
Depending upon the width of the plow edge and the plow’s design, the UHMW material is made one of two ways.
With Square shouldered mounting holes cut into the UHMW to allow carriage bolts to secure the UHMW edge.
Or the edge will have square sided vertical slots in the material where the UHMW mounts, to make the edge material easier to install, vertically adjust the remaining material under the plow edge and to flip the UHMW edge over when the first side is worn.
This assures maximum use of the entire UHMW edge. The UHMW edge is installed and adjusted. As that side of the UHMW edge wears, the edge can be adjusted to use 100% of the available material.
After all, this material is quite expensive and we always want to make sure the UHMW edge is made so we can use 100% of both sides of the UHMW plow edge wear material.
Once the first wear edge side is worn and the vertical adjustments have been exhausted, its time to remove the UHMW edge and flip it over for the second complete wear side. Having high quality, corrosion resistant hardware assures these adjustments can be made and you get the most of the SBS, LLC UHMW Wear edge.
Please note, if the UHMW is machined with the vertical slots for installation, we will be including Corrosion Resistant Cap Screws, with large flat washers to install the UHMW edge on the plow. The Cap Screws allow vertical adjustments by simply loosening the cap screw and moving the UHMW edge accordingly.
For those who desire to use a CTA Steel Mounting Strap to secure their new UHMW plow wear edge, we offer the CTA Steel Strap as a purchase option. It is listed as an upgrade option
This steel strap serves a couple of very important functions. First, it provides optimal clamping strength to secure the UHMW wear edge material. Second, the strap also helps to shield the vertical adjustment slots machined into the UHMW wear edge in certain applications to keep debris out of this vertical adjustment slot.
The vertical adjustment slot on the UHMW edge is intended to be used to allow the plow owner to position the UHMW plow edge so there is the right amount of UHMW material beneath the plow moldboard’s lower edge.
Many UHMW wear edges simply drill holes in the center of the wear edge and these holes are used for both installation. Having a row of center positioned mounting holes doesn’t allow the owner to keep the wear edge square beneath the plow moldboard, as the holes provide for no vertical adjustment. This is why we make our edges differently.
The manner in which these UHMW edges are machined provides room for the hardware to clear the actual UHMW, to prevent binding of the edge with the hardware. This also provides limited horizontal adjustment of the plow edge UHMW to keep these edges square and properly aligned on the plow moldboard lower edge. We put more engineering into the mounting of these UHMW wear edges than most put into all of their plow edge options combined.
UHMW Plow Edge Adjustments during use
As the bottom of the UHMW plow edge wears over time with use, its a simple process to loosen the bolts and slide the edges down the plow face, to maintain the proper clearing material beneath the plow edge. We suggest confirming the UHMW plow edge extension beneath the plow with a simple tape measure. Our machining process permits side to side adjustments as well as some vertical adjustments, to keep the wear edge square on the pavement.
When the first side of the UHMW Plow edges are worn down, its simply a matter of removing the hardware, removing the UHMW edge, flipping it over and reinstalling it, to start with a new side of the edges. Realigned after repositioning them, you start over with full material to begin the use of these second edges. This approach doubles the effective wear life and functional duration of these very robust UHMW plow edges.
The Steel CTA Plow Edge Strap
The Steel Plow Edge Mounting Strap for maximum UHMW edge support, is made 6” shorter than the width of the plow edge, it’s about 3” wide and 3/16” thick steel.
Our straps are purposely machined shorter than the plow moldboard’s entire width to provide protection for the plow, UHMW edge and mounting strap during use. This set back distance protects the components from damage should the plow edge strike any solid or fixed objects during use.
The steel plow strap is form shaped with a raised center, supported by the edges of the strap being bent away from the center strap material. As the strap hardware is tightened, it draws the strap securely and spreads the straps clamping load. This provides a wider clamping load when compared to a flat mounting strap.
Hardware Set Includes
Full Set of Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware
5-8 bolts of 1/2” to 5/8” size, matching the original hardware diameter on the plow.
Our hardware set includes the bolts, with flat washers and Nylock Nuts.
Depending upon the plows size, the edge style and the other choices made, we may ship corrosion resistant cap screws with flat washers for securing the plow UHMW edge*
. The hardware is specifically chosen to provide maximum clamping strength to secure the plow strap holding the UHMW plow edge in place while also resisting corrosion, which could impede future adjustments of the UHMW plow edge.
A special note about working with Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware.
Its important to always follow these use tips when working with this hardware.
lubricate the hardware with silicone spray or other suitable hardware lubricant.
The lubricant protects the hardware threads against galling or heat from the surface friction when tightening the hardware.
Lubricating the hardware is also important in the proper torquing of the hardware for proper clamping and holding strength.
We discourage the use of Impact Tools to install your plow Edge hardware
While using an impact tool to remove the steel plow edge and hardware is fine, we discourage using the impact tool to install the new UHMW Plow wear edge and corrosion resistant hardware. The reasons why include
the operational speed of the impact tool can cause heat in the hardware threads.
This heat can cause the corrosion coated finish on the hardware to gall or “cold weld”.
This must be avoided to make the hardware remain fully functional and able to be reused as needed for plow edge adjustments, etc.
The impact tools also “pound” on the hardware in their normal operational function, as they tighten and loosen the bolts.
This impact tool “pounding” can cause damage to the square shoulders on the mounting holes in the straps and reduce their proper holding and clamping strength.
We suggest using hand tools to install the hardware to avoid the excessive speed and hardware pounding which the impact tools use in their normal operation.
Please follow the included UHMW Plow Edge installation and use instructions for best results. hardware torque specifications outlined in the detailed installation and edge use instructions included with the UHMW Edge Kit for best long term results.
Installation of your new Plow Edge and or Kit
Each UHMW edge or kit is shipped with detailed installation instructions.
Total installation time will depend upon each individuals mechanical experience, the work environment and tools used. But the typical edge kit installation is completed within 10 to 30 minutes or less, in most situations. Its really a very straight forward process.
Subsequent maintenance during plow use is to monitor the amount of UHMW edge extending beneath the plow moldboard, checking to assure the edge remains properly aligned during use and keeping the hardware secured. Cleaning the plow and edge periodically to remove snow melt products and any dirt, etc is also suggested.
Typical UHMW wear duration for our UHMW plow edges is much longer than most people expect. Having our standard duty edges last for 600 to 800 driveway plows is very common. Our more robust edges provide even longer wear life.
Proper plow edge down pressure plays a vital role in the plows function and plow edge wear life. Avoid excessive down pressure on the plow edge as it simply wears the edge more rapidly than necessary as well as negatively impacting the tractors steering and control.
Make sure to adjust your plow shoes so they are not making contact with the pavement surface when the UHMW edge is clearing the pavement. The plow shoes will only cause abrasion damage to the pavement which should be avoided.
It is suggested that when storing the plow long term between use, the plow shoes carry the load of the plow and the wear edge be suspended off the pavement to avoid unnecessary weight or pressure on the plow edge.
Footnote 1- General Stock Images are used in our product listings.
An important note about the images in our product listings. Please note, due to the number of plow brands, models and products, we may use stock plow images of our products in our listings. The images may not depict all of the features and benefits listed in the specific product listing you are purchasing.
As we can obtain photos of the specific objects showing their unique features, they will be added to our sites listings.
The description is accurate and details precisely what you are receiving in your purchase. If you have any questions about a product or kit contents, please contact us and we will provide the answers and details you need.
We appreciate your interest in our products and encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to help.
This kit includes FREE, Ground Service delivery via
UPS and USPS to the lower 48
This listing is for our UHMW Edges for the CTA A Frame Mounted Plow, in the 60 inch, 66 inch and 72 inch plows mounting on the front John Deere 1N and A frame 3 Point Hitch
CTA makes a great plow, but it needs a custom-made, robust UHMW Composite edge to protect the pavement and stop surface damage when clearing snow and ice with the plow. We have the best solution.
Our SBS UHMW composite plow edge is just the answer to provide the surface clearing that only a UHMW edge can provide. Quiet, non surface scratching snow clearing, which can scrape snow and ice, but stop the abrasion damage of a steel plow edge. For those customers, a SBS UHMW Plow edge offers a great solution.
We offer a range of UHMW plow edges including our Standard Duty UHMW Edge and our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge. We are offering these two UHMW edges and also offering the chance to purchase the heavy steel strap used for the UHMW or rubber plow edges. The CTA Strap is the same size, shape and style as CTA sells on new plows when the UHMW edge is selected.
We custom cut all of our UHMW plow edges and our mounting straps on computer controlled laser or water jet cutting machines to produce a superior product which will take your CTA plow to it’s peak performance level.
Our Standard Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge 5” tall x 1” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge, 6” tall x 1.25” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Please see Footnote 1 at the end of this page about the images used in our product listings. Thank you.
Due to the thickness of our plow edges, plows standard bolts won’t fit as they are too short. Plus a new plow edge is time for new hardware to avoid rust and corrosion and make installation and adjustments easier. The price includes this full hardware set.
How to order our UHMW Plow edge Kit for your CTA Frame / A Frame Mounted Plow
Select your CTA Plow Size (60”, 66” or 72” plow width)
Select either our Standard Duty Edge or Commercial Duty Edge, based upon your snow clearing needs, budget, etc.
Add it to your cart.
Complete the personal information including name, shipping address, etc. and payment method information,.
We will handle the rest…..and soon your new CTA Frame / A Frame Plow will have its new UHMW Edge and Hardware, fully cut, machined and ready for easy installation.
Plow UHMW Edge(s) Details
We don’t ship you a project which needs to be cut and machined to install it. Our UHMW Plow edge is fully machined and ready to install. Installation takes only minutes. We even include the new set of Corrosion Resistant Hardware to complete the installation.
Depending upon the width of the plow edge and the plow’s design, the UHMW material is made one of two ways.
With Square shouldered mounting holes cut into the UHMW to allow carriage bolts to secure the UHMW edge.
Or the edge will have square sided vertical slots in the material where the UHMW mounts, to make the edge material easier to install, vertically adjust the remaining material under the plow edge and to flip the UHMW edge over when the first side is worn.
This assures maximum use of the entire UHMW edge. The UHMW edge is installed and adjusted. As that side of the UHMW edge wears, the edge can be adjusted to use 100% of the available material.
After all, this material is quite expensive and we always want to make sure the UHMW edge is made so we can use 100% of both sides of the UHMW plow edge wear material.
Once the first wear edge side is worn and the vertical adjustments have been exhausted, its time to remove the UHMW edge and flip it over for the second complete wear side. Having high quality, corrosion resistant hardware assures these adjustments can be made and you get the most of the SBS, LLC UHMW Wear edge.
Please note, if the UHMW is machined with the vertical slots for installation, we will be including Corrosion Resistant Cap Screws, with large flat washers to install the UHMW edge on the plow. The Cap Screws allow vertical adjustments by simply loosening the cap screw and moving the UHMW edge accordingly.
For those who desire to use a CTA Steel Mounting Strap to secure their new UHMW plow wear edge, we offer the CTA Steel Strap as a purchase option. It is listed as an upgrade option
This steel strap serves a couple of very important functions. First, it provides optimal clamping strength to secure the UHMW wear edge material. Second, the strap also helps to shield the vertical adjustment slots machined into the UHMW wear edge in certain applications to keep debris out of this vertical adjustment slot.
The vertical adjustment slot on the UHMW edge is intended to be used to allow the plow owner to position the UHMW plow edge so there is the right amount of UHMW material beneath the plow moldboard’s lower edge.
Many UHMW wear edges simply drill holes in the center of the wear edge and these holes are used for both installation. Having a row of center positioned mounting holes doesn’t allow the owner to keep the wear edge square beneath the plow moldboard, as the holes provide for no vertical adjustment. This is why we make our edges differently.
The manner in which these UHMW edges are machined provides room for the hardware to clear the actual UHMW, to prevent binding of the edge with the hardware. This also provides limited horizontal adjustment of the plow edge UHMW to keep these edges square and properly aligned on the plow moldboard lower edge. We put more engineering into the mounting of these UHMW wear edges than most put into all of their plow edge options combined.
UHMW Plow Edge Adjustments during use
As the bottom of the UHMW plow edge wears over time with use, its a simple process to loosen the bolts and slide the edges down the plow face, to maintain the proper clearing material beneath the plow edge. We suggest confirming the UHMW plow edge extension beneath the plow with a simple tape measure. Our machining process permits side to side adjustments as well as some vertical adjustments, to keep the wear edge square on the pavement.
When the first side of the UHMW Plow edges are worn down, its simply a matter of removing the hardware, removing the UHMW edge, flipping it over and reinstalling it, to start with a new side of the edges. Realigned after repositioning them, you start over with full material to begin the use of these second edges. This approach doubles the effective wear life and functional duration of these very robust UHMW plow edges.
The Steel CTA Plow Edge Strap
The Steel Plow Edge Mounting Strap for maximum UHMW edge support, is made 6” shorter than the width of the plow edge, it’s about 3” wide and 3/16” thick steel.
Our straps are purposely machined shorter than the plow moldboard’s entire width to provide protection for the plow, UHMW edge and mounting strap during use. This set back distance protects the components from damage should the plow edge strike any solid or fixed objects during use.
The steel plow strap is form shaped with a raised center, supported by the edges of the strap being bent away from the center strap material. As the strap hardware is tightened, it draws the strap securely and spreads the straps clamping load. This provides a wider clamping load when compared to a flat mounting strap.
Hardware Set Includes
Full Set of Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware
5-8 bolts of 1/2” to 5/8” size, matching the original hardware diameter on the plow.
Our hardware set includes the bolts, with flat washers and Nylock Nuts.
Depending upon the plows size, the edge style and the other choices made, we may ship corrosion resistant cap screws with flat washers for securing the plow UHMW edge*
. The hardware is specifically chosen to provide maximum clamping strength to secure the plow strap holding the UHMW plow edge in place while also resisting corrosion, which could impede future adjustments of the UHMW plow edge.
A special note about working with Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware.
Its important to always follow these use tips when working with this hardware.
lubricate the hardware with silicone spray or other suitable hardware lubricant.
The lubricant protects the hardware threads against galling or heat from the surface friction when tightening the hardware.
Lubricating the hardware is also important in the proper torquing of the hardware for proper clamping and holding strength.
We discourage the use of Impact Tools to install your plow Edge hardware
While using an impact tool to remove the steel plow edge and hardware is fine, we discourage using the impact tool to install the new UHMW Plow wear edge and corrosion resistant hardware. The reasons why include
the operational speed of the impact tool can cause heat in the hardware threads.
This heat can cause the corrosion coated finish on the hardware to gall or “cold weld”.
This must be avoided to make the hardware remain fully functional and able to be reused as needed for plow edge adjustments, etc.
The impact tools also “pound” on the hardware in their normal operational function, as they tighten and loosen the bolts.
This impact tool “pounding” can cause damage to the square shoulders on the mounting holes in the straps and reduce their proper holding and clamping strength.
We suggest using hand tools to install the hardware to avoid the excessive speed and hardware pounding which the impact tools use in their normal operation.
Please follow the included UHMW Plow Edge installation and use instructions for best results. hardware torque specifications outlined in the detailed installation and edge use instructions included with the UHMW Edge Kit for best long term results.
Installation of your new Plow Edge and or Kit
Each UHMW edge or kit is shipped with detailed installation instructions.
Total installation time will depend upon each individuals mechanical experience, the work environment and tools used. But the typical edge kit installation is completed within 10 to 30 minutes or less, in most situations. Its really a very straight forward process.
Subsequent maintenance during plow use is to monitor the amount of UHMW edge extending beneath the plow moldboard, checking to assure the edge remains properly aligned during use and keeping the hardware secured. Cleaning the plow and edge periodically to remove snow melt products and any dirt, etc is also suggested.
Typical UHMW wear duration for our UHMW plow edges is much longer than most people expect. Having our standard duty edges last for 600 to 800 driveway plows is very common. Our more robust edges provide even longer wear life.
Proper plow edge down pressure plays a vital role in the plows function and plow edge wear life. Avoid excessive down pressure on the plow edge as it simply wears the edge more rapidly than necessary as well as negatively impacting the tractors steering and control.
Make sure to adjust your plow shoes so they are not making contact with the pavement surface when the UHMW edge is clearing the pavement. The plow shoes will only cause abrasion damage to the pavement which should be avoided.
It is suggested that when storing the plow long term between use, the plow shoes carry the load of the plow and the wear edge be suspended off the pavement to avoid unnecessary weight or pressure on the plow edge.
Footnote 1- General Stock Images are used in our product listings.
An important note about the images in our product listings. Please note, due to the number of plow brands, models and products, we may use stock plow images of our products in our listings. The images may not depict all of the features and benefits listed in the specific product listing you are purchasing.
As we can obtain photos of the specific objects showing their unique features, they will be added to our sites listings.
The description is accurate and details precisely what you are receiving in your purchase. If you have any questions about a product or kit contents, please contact us and we will provide the answers and details you need.
We appreciate your interest in our products and encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to help.
This kit includes FREE, Ground Service delivery via
UPS and USPS to the lower 48
This listing is for our UHMW Edges for the CTA A Frame Mounted Plow, in the 60 inch, 66 inch and 72 inch plows mounting on the front John Deere 1N and A frame 3 Point Hitch
CTA makes a great plow, but it needs a custom-made, robust UHMW Composite edge to protect the pavement and stop surface damage when clearing snow and ice with the plow. We have the best solution.
Our SBS UHMW composite plow edge is just the answer to provide the surface clearing that only a UHMW edge can provide. Quiet, non surface scratching snow clearing, which can scrape snow and ice, but stop the abrasion damage of a steel plow edge. For those customers, a SBS UHMW Plow edge offers a great solution.
We offer a range of UHMW plow edges including our Standard Duty UHMW Edge and our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge. We are offering these two UHMW edges and also offering the chance to purchase the heavy steel strap used for the UHMW or rubber plow edges. The CTA Strap is the same size, shape and style as CTA sells on new plows when the UHMW edge is selected.
We custom cut all of our UHMW plow edges and our mounting straps on computer controlled laser or water jet cutting machines to produce a superior product which will take your CTA plow to it’s peak performance level.
Our Standard Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge 5” tall x 1” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Our Commercial Duty UHMW Edge
ONE UHMW Plow Edge, 6” tall x 1.25” thick
Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware Set
Please see Footnote 1 at the end of this page about the images used in our product listings. Thank you.
Due to the thickness of our plow edges, plows standard bolts won’t fit as they are too short. Plus a new plow edge is time for new hardware to avoid rust and corrosion and make installation and adjustments easier. The price includes this full hardware set.
How to order our UHMW Plow edge Kit for your CTA Frame / A Frame Mounted Plow
Select your CTA Plow Size (60”, 66” or 72” plow width)
Select either our Standard Duty Edge or Commercial Duty Edge, based upon your snow clearing needs, budget, etc.
Add it to your cart.
Complete the personal information including name, shipping address, etc. and payment method information,.
We will handle the rest…..and soon your new CTA Frame / A Frame Plow will have its new UHMW Edge and Hardware, fully cut, machined and ready for easy installation.
Plow UHMW Edge(s) Details
We don’t ship you a project which needs to be cut and machined to install it. Our UHMW Plow edge is fully machined and ready to install. Installation takes only minutes. We even include the new set of Corrosion Resistant Hardware to complete the installation.
Depending upon the width of the plow edge and the plow’s design, the UHMW material is made one of two ways.
With Square shouldered mounting holes cut into the UHMW to allow carriage bolts to secure the UHMW edge.
Or the edge will have square sided vertical slots in the material where the UHMW mounts, to make the edge material easier to install, vertically adjust the remaining material under the plow edge and to flip the UHMW edge over when the first side is worn.
This assures maximum use of the entire UHMW edge. The UHMW edge is installed and adjusted. As that side of the UHMW edge wears, the edge can be adjusted to use 100% of the available material.
After all, this material is quite expensive and we always want to make sure the UHMW edge is made so we can use 100% of both sides of the UHMW plow edge wear material.
Once the first wear edge side is worn and the vertical adjustments have been exhausted, its time to remove the UHMW edge and flip it over for the second complete wear side. Having high quality, corrosion resistant hardware assures these adjustments can be made and you get the most of the SBS, LLC UHMW Wear edge.
Please note, if the UHMW is machined with the vertical slots for installation, we will be including Corrosion Resistant Cap Screws, with large flat washers to install the UHMW edge on the plow. The Cap Screws allow vertical adjustments by simply loosening the cap screw and moving the UHMW edge accordingly.
For those who desire to use a CTA Steel Mounting Strap to secure their new UHMW plow wear edge, we offer the CTA Steel Strap as a purchase option. It is listed as an upgrade option
This steel strap serves a couple of very important functions. First, it provides optimal clamping strength to secure the UHMW wear edge material. Second, the strap also helps to shield the vertical adjustment slots machined into the UHMW wear edge in certain applications to keep debris out of this vertical adjustment slot.
The vertical adjustment slot on the UHMW edge is intended to be used to allow the plow owner to position the UHMW plow edge so there is the right amount of UHMW material beneath the plow moldboard’s lower edge.
Many UHMW wear edges simply drill holes in the center of the wear edge and these holes are used for both installation. Having a row of center positioned mounting holes doesn’t allow the owner to keep the wear edge square beneath the plow moldboard, as the holes provide for no vertical adjustment. This is why we make our edges differently.
The manner in which these UHMW edges are machined provides room for the hardware to clear the actual UHMW, to prevent binding of the edge with the hardware. This also provides limited horizontal adjustment of the plow edge UHMW to keep these edges square and properly aligned on the plow moldboard lower edge. We put more engineering into the mounting of these UHMW wear edges than most put into all of their plow edge options combined.
UHMW Plow Edge Adjustments during use
As the bottom of the UHMW plow edge wears over time with use, its a simple process to loosen the bolts and slide the edges down the plow face, to maintain the proper clearing material beneath the plow edge. We suggest confirming the UHMW plow edge extension beneath the plow with a simple tape measure. Our machining process permits side to side adjustments as well as some vertical adjustments, to keep the wear edge square on the pavement.
When the first side of the UHMW Plow edges are worn down, its simply a matter of removing the hardware, removing the UHMW edge, flipping it over and reinstalling it, to start with a new side of the edges. Realigned after repositioning them, you start over with full material to begin the use of these second edges. This approach doubles the effective wear life and functional duration of these very robust UHMW plow edges.
The Steel CTA Plow Edge Strap
The Steel Plow Edge Mounting Strap for maximum UHMW edge support, is made 6” shorter than the width of the plow edge, it’s about 3” wide and 3/16” thick steel.
Our straps are purposely machined shorter than the plow moldboard’s entire width to provide protection for the plow, UHMW edge and mounting strap during use. This set back distance protects the components from damage should the plow edge strike any solid or fixed objects during use.
The steel plow strap is form shaped with a raised center, supported by the edges of the strap being bent away from the center strap material. As the strap hardware is tightened, it draws the strap securely and spreads the straps clamping load. This provides a wider clamping load when compared to a flat mounting strap.
Hardware Set Includes
Full Set of Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware
5-8 bolts of 1/2” to 5/8” size, matching the original hardware diameter on the plow.
Our hardware set includes the bolts, with flat washers and Nylock Nuts.
Depending upon the plows size, the edge style and the other choices made, we may ship corrosion resistant cap screws with flat washers for securing the plow UHMW edge*
. The hardware is specifically chosen to provide maximum clamping strength to secure the plow strap holding the UHMW plow edge in place while also resisting corrosion, which could impede future adjustments of the UHMW plow edge.
A special note about working with Corrosion Resistant Coated Hardware.
Its important to always follow these use tips when working with this hardware.
lubricate the hardware with silicone spray or other suitable hardware lubricant.
The lubricant protects the hardware threads against galling or heat from the surface friction when tightening the hardware.
Lubricating the hardware is also important in the proper torquing of the hardware for proper clamping and holding strength.
We discourage the use of Impact Tools to install your plow Edge hardware
While using an impact tool to remove the steel plow edge and hardware is fine, we discourage using the impact tool to install the new UHMW Plow wear edge and corrosion resistant hardware. The reasons why include
the operational speed of the impact tool can cause heat in the hardware threads.
This heat can cause the corrosion coated finish on the hardware to gall or “cold weld”.
This must be avoided to make the hardware remain fully functional and able to be reused as needed for plow edge adjustments, etc.
The impact tools also “pound” on the hardware in their normal operational function, as they tighten and loosen the bolts.
This impact tool “pounding” can cause damage to the square shoulders on the mounting holes in the straps and reduce their proper holding and clamping strength.
We suggest using hand tools to install the hardware to avoid the excessive speed and hardware pounding which the impact tools use in their normal operation.
Please follow the included UHMW Plow Edge installation and use instructions for best results. hardware torque specifications outlined in the detailed installation and edge use instructions included with the UHMW Edge Kit for best long term results.
Installation of your new Plow Edge and or Kit
Each UHMW edge or kit is shipped with detailed installation instructions.
Total installation time will depend upon each individuals mechanical experience, the work environment and tools used. But the typical edge kit installation is completed within 10 to 30 minutes or less, in most situations. Its really a very straight forward process.
Subsequent maintenance during plow use is to monitor the amount of UHMW edge extending beneath the plow moldboard, checking to assure the edge remains properly aligned during use and keeping the hardware secured. Cleaning the plow and edge periodically to remove snow melt products and any dirt, etc is also suggested.
Typical UHMW wear duration for our UHMW plow edges is much longer than most people expect. Having our standard duty edges last for 600 to 800 driveway plows is very common. Our more robust edges provide even longer wear life.
Proper plow edge down pressure plays a vital role in the plows function and plow edge wear life. Avoid excessive down pressure on the plow edge as it simply wears the edge more rapidly than necessary as well as negatively impacting the tractors steering and control.
Make sure to adjust your plow shoes so they are not making contact with the pavement surface when the UHMW edge is clearing the pavement. The plow shoes will only cause abrasion damage to the pavement which should be avoided.
It is suggested that when storing the plow long term between use, the plow shoes carry the load of the plow and the wear edge be suspended off the pavement to avoid unnecessary weight or pressure on the plow edge.
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Kit is complete with the rubber edge with holes professionally cut for easy installation , the metal mounting strap, coated carriage bolts with lock nuts to make installation easy. Please note, the lower plow edge, strap for the lower edge and lower edge hardware shown in this photo are not included in this plow top flap kit.
For those seeking an entire CTA Plow upgrade kit, please see the CTA Plow Rubber Edge, Strap, Top Flap, Strap and hardware complete kit for the upgrading of the entire CTA Plow. Thank you.