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Title:

Prewetting with Salt Brine

Abstract:

This document describes the process of prewetting or spraying deicing salt with a solution of liquid chemical before spreading the salt on the roadway, why this process is used, and why using liquid brine works. It also discusses an electric liquid spray system, a brine-making plant, the purchasing process, and benefits information.

Source(s):

Iowa DOT

https://trid.trb.org/view/461997

Date: 1996

Author:

Donahey, Burkheimer

Keywords:


Anti-icing/deicing chemicals
Benefits

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