FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Hilltip offers new extended auger models of its AM series combination spreaders. Designed for use on today’s interchangeable truck bed systems, the extended auger allows the hopper to be positioned closer to the bulkhead of the truck for better weight distribution.
Ranging in size from 2.0 to 4.2 cubic-yard capacities with polyethylene hoppers, the Hilltip AM series spreaders feature six-inch stainless-steel augers for excellent protection against corrosion and rust, and they can be powered by 12- or 24-volt dual motors. The hoppers include a vibrator and inverted-V to help maximize material flow.
For added versatility, AM series machines have integral liquid tanks ranging in capacity from 220 to 250 gallons. Pre-wetting nozzles, a dual spray bar, and hose reel with hand-held spray nozzle can be added for pre-wetting, anti-icing and de-icing applications.
“Supply chain disruptions in recent years led to an increase in popularity of interchangeable work truck beds, and we’re excited to offer extended auger models to better fit these vehicles,” said Craig Sandmann, Managing Director for Hilltip North America. “It adds to the superior versatility of our product.”
Additionally, the extended auger is available as a retrofit kit for older spreader models. Customers can simply unbolt the existing auger trough and install the new kit using the same holes.
Like other Hilltip spreaders, all AM series machines are available with industry-leading tracking and precision technologies, such as the StrikeSmart™ PLUS controller with TempStriker™ sensor, which continually monitors variables like temperature, humidity and surface conditions. It also assesses up-to-the-minute weather forecasts tailored to the driver’s location. The system analyzes the combined data and recommends the appropriate material and application rate for the job. Furthermore, Hilltip’s HTrack™ tracking software comes standard for real-time remote equipment monitoring and control, using the industry’s only two-way GPRS technology.
Headquartered in Pietarsaari, Finland, Hilltip is a leading manufacturer of road maintenance equipment in Europe. With equipment designed and built in an area that averages at least six months of snowfall every year, Hilltip is known for its extreme durability and advanced technologies. Following the acquisition of Industrial Metal Products (Industrial Truck Beds) in 2022, Hilltip has a manufacturing, sales and service location in Fort Wayne, Ind., to better cater to the North American market.