Snowplow truck ready for a winter route at dawn

FOR THE PEOPLE WHO KEEP THINGS MOVING

Hard work.
Better equipped.

Premium cutting edges. Dependable containers.
Smarter road repair. Equipment and expertise
for the work that can’t wait.

Find your solution ↓Talk through your next job ↗

PUBLIC WORKS / MUNICIPAL FLEETS / WASTE OPERATORS01 / BUILT AROUND YOUR OPERATION

THE RIGHT TOOL CHANGES THE JOB.

Three priorities.
One knowledgeable partner.

From the first pass of a snowplow to the last collection of the day, choose products around the work they need to do—not just the price on the invoice.

01 / SNOW & ROADMake every edge count.Premium snowplow & grader cutting edges ↗02 / SOLID WASTEBuilt for the daily route.Containers, carts & hoists ↗03 / PAVEMENT REPAIRFix it. Get back to work.Aquaphalt repair material ↗

01 / SNOW & ROAD MAINTENANCE

Premium snow plow
cutting edges.

There’s more to a blade than its initial cost. Surface conditions, impact loads, wear and changeout time all matter. Let’s find an edge built for the work you actually do.

CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE CUTTING EDGES

A changing supply market calls for a better shortlist. Explore cast, ceramic and alloy-wire options matched to your route, equipment and budget.

Compare cutting edges ↓

IMPACT SX

ENGINEERED FOR THE WINTER ROUTE

KUEPER IMPACT SX

Meet impact
with flexibility.

UltraCast inserts in a flexible rubber matrix combine wear resistance with the ability to absorb impacts. Direct-mount installation keeps the setup straightforward.

Flexible rubber matrix
Wear-resistant UltraCast inserts
Designed for paved snow-removal routes

Not recommended for dirt or gravel surfaces. We’ll help confirm the right application.

Find your blade ↗

2026 / MATERIALS & SUPPLY UPDATE

Carbide has changed.
Your buying strategy should, too.

Kueper’s July 2026 industry update describes a tungsten-carbide pricing and supply crisis—and calls for testing alternative wear materials. Its new IMPACT SX and NICO lines were introduced in response to rising carbide costs.

A familiar single-insert carbide edge—even through a state contract—deserves a fresh look at today’s price, delivery date and operating cost. Verify the quote. Confirm the lead time. Compare the alternatives.

Read Kueper’s industry update ↗Compare your options ↓

Supply pressure is not a prediction that every carbide product or contract will become unavailable. Availability and pricing require a current quote. Sources reviewed September 18, 2026.

APPLICATION MATTERS. WE HELP YOU CHOOSE.Kueper product details ↗

Product catalog ↗

KUEPER ENGINEERING. EJS APPLICATION GUIDANCE.

Choose for the route.
Not just the replacement rack.

Kueper develops the wear technology. EJS helps you match it to your pavement, plow, operating speed and budget. Start with your priorities—then confirm the fit with us.

Start with the application—not a lifespan promise. IMPACT SX and NICO offer two different cast-wear approaches. Compare the correct setup, current price and your own route results. Neither is a universal substitute for every carbide blade.

CAST / CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE

HIGH-DEMAND PAVED ROUTES

IMPACT SX

For larger fleets, tough applications and higher-speed plowing.

Wear system: UltraCast inserts in a flexible rubber matrix.
Know before you choose: No dirt or gravel. Confirm the correct front, wing, tow or underbody configuration and guarding.

WHY CONSIDER IT

High-demand flexibility.

A lead option when evaluating a move from TUCA to a cast-wear system. Confirm mounting, guards and current part numbers with EJS.

Kueper product guide ↗PDF ↗

Ask us about IMPACT SX ↗

CAST / CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE Kueper NICO Ni-Hard combination snowplow blade

SMALLER FLEETS / LOWER SPEEDS

NICO

A budget-oriented starting point for town and city routes.

Wear system: 6-inch Ni-Hard castings in flexible rubber.
Know before you choose: For paved routes, not dirt or gravel. Front and wing applications require appropriate guarding.

WHY CONSIDER IT

A budget-minded starting point.

Evaluate a lower-cost cast-wear option for suitable routes. NICO uses a different wear material—not identical specifications or performance to IMPACT.

Kueper product guide ↗

Ask us about NICO ↗

CERAMIC / CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE Kueper CECO SF Wave ceramic-core snowplow blade

ABRASIVE PAVEMENT

CECO SF Wave

For chipseal, microseal, concrete and other abrasive paved surfaces.

Wear system: Flexible ceramic-core combination blade with Wave Technology.
Know before you choose: Designed for smooth, quiet plowing. Discuss surface conditions, setup and compatible Blade Saver protection.

WHY CONSIDER IT

Built around abrasion.

A ceramic-based option to discuss when rough, abrasive pavement drives your blade replacements.

Kueper product guide ↗

Ask us about CECO SF ↗

CERAMIC / CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE Kueper GK5 rubber-ceramic blade with manufacturer cutaway showing ceramic inserts

SURFACE & NOISE SENSITIVITY

GK5

For municipal streets, parking areas and paved routes where surface protection matters.

Wear system: Elastic rubber with ceramic inlays and a steel mounting neck.
Know before you choose: A surface-protection choice with quiet operation. Confirm suitability for raised markings and other route features.

KUEPER’S SERVICE-LIFE CLAIM*

UP TO+1,200%

longer than rubber blades
Not a comparison to carbide

Kueper product guide ↗

Ask us about GK5 ↗

ALLOY WIRE / CARBIDE ALTERNATIVE Kueper KNA FusionCore high-alloy-wire snowplow cutting edge

A STEEL-FORM SNOWPLOW EDGE

KNA FusionCore

For demanding snowplowing when evaluating an alternative to a conventional carbide edge.

Wear system: High-alloy layered wear wire on a 1080 high-carbon steel blade.
Know before you choose: Kueper recommends QT armor plating or a quality cover blade. This is a snowplow product; ask separately about grading.

WHY CONSIDER IT

A familiar steel form.

Layered alloy wear material offers another approach to snowplow cutting edges. Include protective hardware in your cost comparison.

Kueper product guide ↗PDF ↗

Ask us about FusionCore ↗

Make the trial fit the route. IMPACT SX and NICO are newer product lines; EJS does not promise a fixed replacement interval or guaranteed ROI. Request current manufacturer test context, then track wear, changeouts and installed cost on your own equipment. The GK5 figure is Kueper’s published “up to” service-life claim against rubber blades—not a comparison with carbide or the other products above. Actual results vary with surface, speed, down pressure, angle, guarding and wear limits. Sources reviewed September 18, 2026.

BUILT FOR A DIFFERENT POSITION Kueper IMPACT Underbody cutting edge

KUEPER IMPACT UNDERBODY

Put the right edge
under the truck.

Underbody plows need their own cutting-edge configuration. Explore Kueper’s IMPACT Underbody option, then let EJS help confirm the size, mounting and setup for your equipment.

Manufacturer product details ↗Find my underbody setup ↗

KUEPER WEAR PROTECTION

Protect the edge.
Complete the setup.

Guards and wear plates belong in the same conversation as the cutting edge. Match the protection to the plow’s movement, impact exposure and wear pattern.

Kueper Blade Saver end guard shown on a cutting edge — Blade Saver Plus · protection at the blade end

Kueper XC Plate shown at a cutting-edge section seam — XC Plate · protection across a section seam

Blade Saver Plus & XC Plates

Kueper confirms that IMPACT, CECO and NICO use the same Blade Saver Plus guards and XC Plates. The exact configuration still depends on the plow.

Choose by plow configuration.

XC Plus is for power-angle or reversible plows. XC Plates can be used with fixed or reversible plows. Confirm mounting and placement with EJS before ordering.

Match my wear protection ↗Kueper wear-protection guide ↗

For XT or FusionCore, ask us to confirm a suitable protection setup separately. The compatibility above does not extend to those products.

Fixed-plow and other specialized options +

Different plow. Different configuration.

IMPACT SNX ↗ is positioned for fixed and one-way snowplows. Confirm the exact variant, geometry and mounting—not just the wear material.

Additional ceramic & wear-protection choices.

KOMBI S36 Wave ↗ combines steel, rubber and ceramic; Kueper states at least 250% longer service life than traditional steel. It excludes cobblestone. Blade Saver systems ↗ add application-specific protection; fit varies by plow type.

Kennametal carbide-insert cutting edge products

ROAD GRADING IS A DIFFERENT JOB.

Snowplow guidance is not a grader specification.

EJS also offers Kennametal carbide-insert blades for snow removal and road grading. Share the grader model, material and working conditions so we can help select the correct cutting edge. Confirm current carbide pricing and availability.

Kennametal catalog ↗Talk grading with us ↗

DON’T GUESS YOUR WAY THROUGH A SUPPLY SHIFT.

Bring your route. We’ll help build the shortlist.

Tell us about your current blade, plow model, surface, speed, annual hours and changeout history. EJS can help compare suitable alternatives, current quotes and lead times.

Build my blade shortlist ↗

LOOK BEYOND THE PURCHASE ORDER

The cheapest blade
isn’t always the
lowest-cost blade.

A lower price up front only tells part of the story. Premium products deserve a practical comparison against the work, wear and labor they can help you manage.

Talk through the tradeoffs ↗

Purchase + replacements

Compare the cost of keeping a usable edge on the machine—not just buying the first one.

Labor + changeouts

Include shop time, installation and how often the equipment needs attention.

Downtime + performance

Consider time off the route and how consistently the blade handles your conditions.

Actual wear life and savings depend on the blade, surface, setup and operation. No one-size-fits-all ROI promises.

TURN A WEAR CLAIM INTO A USEFUL COMPARISON.

Start with cost per plowing hour.

(Blade set cost + changeout labor)
÷ useful plowing hours

Compare equivalent full-width blade sets and the same working conditions. Include recurring guards, hardware and other replacement costs where relevant.

A simple break-even test: if the installed blade-set cost is twice as high, it needs twice the useful life to match the same replacement cost per hour. More useful life can lower that cost. Downtime and service quality should be evaluated separately.

That is an illustrative relationship—not a Kueper price, test result or ROI guarantee. Use current quotes and your own route records to make the decision.

Use Kueper’s blade evaluation form (PDF) ↗

02 / SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS

Your route is demanding.
Your equipment should be ready.

From municipal collection crews to regional waste haulers, get containers, carts and roll-off equipment matched to your routes, materials and fleet.

QUAD CITIES & SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES

Local collection challenges. A knowledgeable partner.
Talk with EJS about your next container, cart or roll-off equipment need.

Plan your next purchase ↗

Illustrative equipment-yard scene with a blue roll-off container and green front-load container, shown with natural proportions

Illustrative product scene

EVERY LOAD.
EVERY COLLECTION. EVERY DAY.

Build your waste solution ↗

ROLL OFFS USA

Containers that carry the load.

Roll-off, front-load, rear-load and side-load options. Match size, configuration and duty level to your material and handling equipment.

Find your container ↗

Blue Cascade Engineering wheeled residential waste cart

CASCADE ENGINEERING / TECHNOLOGY PLASTICS

Keep the collection moving.

Residential carts, lids, wheels and replacement components. Get help identifying the products and parts that fit your fleet.

Talk carts & parts ↗

ROLL-OFF TRUCKS & HOISTS

More than the container.

Looking for a truck or hoist? Start with the application, container compatibility and operating requirements. We can help explore the right equipment.

Discuss your equipment ↗

PRODUCTS FROM
TRUSTED MANUFACTURERS Roll Offs USA

SMALL REPAIRS. BIG DIFFERENCE.

03 / PAVEMENT REPAIR

A lasting repair.
A simpler job.

Water-activated Aquaphalt is designed for permanent asphalt and concrete repairs. Keep a practical solution on hand for potholes, utility cuts and other pavement maintenance.

01 Place02 Add water03 Compact

Follow the manufacturer’s surface preparation, material selection and installation guidance.

Ask about Aquaphalt ↗

Manufacturer installation guidance ↗

Buyers SaltDogg PRO2000 slide-in spreader mounted in a pickup truck

BUYERS PRODUCTS / SALTDOGG / SAM

Equip the truck.
Keep it working.

From slide-in spreaders to municipal spreading equipment, EJS can help match the setup to your truck and route. Ask about SAM replacement parts, plow lighting and the components that keep winter equipment working.

Plow shoes, cutting edges & mounting hardware
Spreader motors, controllers & wiring
Augers, spinners & drive components

Find equipment or a part ↗Buyers & SAM catalogs ↗

Share your model, serial number or part number. Compatibility and availability are confirmed before quoting.

Black textured decking panels installed on a trailer, shown close up — INSTALLED DECKING

Close-up of the decking’s raised diamond-pattern surface and panel joints — A closer look
Surface & panel detail

MORE WAYS TO EQUIP YOUR OPERATION

A better starting point
for trailer decking.

Planning a deck replacement or exploring options for your trailer? Bring us the trailer type, deck dimensions and application. EJS can help you review the available decking products and confirm suitability.

Discuss trailer decking ↗

Manufacturer-supplied application photos. Specifications and availability are confirmed before quoting.

THE REST OF YOUR TO-DO LIST

One call.
More problems solved.

Beyond the core product lines, ask EJS about equipment, replacement parts and accessories for your day-to-day operation.

Help me find a part ↗

Solid waste equipment & parts +

Commercial containers, residential carts, compactors, roll-off trucks and hoists, container parts, cart components, and refuse-truck equipment parts.

Road & winter maintenance +

Snowplow and grader blades, plow wear parts, road-maintenance equipment and accessories, and pavement repair products.

Additional equipment & accessories +

Ask about trailer decking, hydraulics, mowing equipment and parts, street-sweeper parts, and hard-to-identify replacement components.

NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?

A photo, part number or machine model is a good place to start. We can help narrow it down.

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK

Good decisions start
with useful information.

Explore the product range, share a guide with your crew, or bring your questions to EJS.

EJS SUPPLY / PDF

CONNECTED TO YOUR INDUSTRY

Part of the public-service community.

EJS Supply is a member of the organizations that bring public works, solid waste and asphalt professionals together.

MEMBER

PUBLIC PURCHASING

Have a contract in mind?
Let’s check the fit.

Ask EJS to review NASPO ValuePoint or Sourcewell options for the products you need. We’ll help confirm the applicable supplier, product coverage and ordering route before a quote.

Eligibility, participating agreements, distributor authorization and current contract terms must be checked for each purchase. Not every EJS product is available through a cooperative contract.

Discuss a contract purchase ↗

PURCHASING RESOURCENASPO ValuePoint

Explore cooperative contracts and participation requirements.

Visit NASPO ValuePoint ↗PURCHASING RESOURCESourcewell

Review awarded suppliers, contracts and agency eligibility.

Visit Sourcewell ↗

LET’S GET THE RIGHT FIT

Tell us what
you’re working on.

A better product starts with the right conversation. Share your application, equipment and what you need to improve.

Alex AndersonYour contact at EJS Supply

(563) 223-8501 info@ejssupply.com ↗

Supporting municipal crews, fleet managers and waste operators in Iowa, Nebraska and select surrounding markets—with a local focus on Quad Cities solid waste. Product coverage varies by location; ask us to confirm.

Start your estimate request.

Send your request directly to EJS. We’ll get in touch within 2–3 business days.

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Hard work.Better equipped.

Three priorities.One knowledgeable partner.

Premium snow plowcutting edges.

Meet impactwith flexibility.

Carbide has changed.Your buying strategy should, too.

Choose for the route.Not just the replacement rack.

IMPACT SX

High-demand flexibility.

NICO

A budget-minded starting point.

CECO SF Wave

Built around abrasion.

GK5

KNA FusionCore

A familiar steel form.

Put the right edgeunder the truck.

Protect the edge.Complete the setup.

Blade Saver Plus & XC Plates

Choose by plow configuration.

Different plow. Different configuration.

Additional ceramic & wear-protection choices.

Snowplow guidance is not a grader specification.

Bring your route. We’ll help build the shortlist.

The cheapest bladeisn’t always thelowest-cost blade.

Purchase + replacements

Labor + changeouts

Downtime + performance

Start with cost per plowing hour.

Your route is demanding.Your equipment should be ready.

Containers that carry the load.

Keep the collection moving.

More than the container.

A lasting repair.A simpler job.

Equip the truck.Keep it working.

A better starting pointfor trailer decking.

One call.More problems solved.

Good decisions startwith useful information.

Road maintenance& solid waste

Solid wastesolutions

IMPACT SXcutting edges

KNA FusionCoresnowplow blades

Part of the public-service community.

Have a contract in mind?Let’s check the fit.

Tell us whatyou’re working on.

Start your estimate request.

Hard work.
Better equipped.

Three priorities.
One knowledgeable partner.

Premium snow plow
cutting edges.

Meet impact
with flexibility.

Carbide has changed.
Your buying strategy should, too.

Choose for the route.
Not just the replacement rack.

Put the right edge
under the truck.

Protect the edge.
Complete the setup.

The cheapest blade
isn’t always the
lowest-cost blade.

Your route is demanding.
Your equipment should be ready.

A lasting repair.
A simpler job.

Equip the truck.
Keep it working.

A better starting point
for trailer decking.

One call.
More problems solved.

Good decisions start
with useful information.

Road maintenance
& solid waste

Solid waste
solutions

IMPACT SX
cutting edges

KNA FusionCore
snowplow blades

Have a contract in mind?
Let’s check the fit.

Tell us what
you’re working on.