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DA-350 Dual Applicator For Faster Application, Reduced Labor

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The DA-350 Dual Applicator by Neal Manufacturing, a division of Blastcrete Equipment Company, is a highly mobile machine that provides two powerful ways to apply sealcoat – the spray method and squeegee method – in one machine. The unit’s versatility, combined with its ability to apply high volumes of material quickly, make it ideal for contractors who coat large asphalt ...
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Replacement Parts the Easy Way

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No machine runs forever. Parts wear out. Breakdowns happen. Routine maintenance and proper cleaning can keep your equipment out of the shop, but even the highest-quality equipment needs parts and service at some point. It’s too late to worry about your OEM’s parts and service support when the chips are already down. Instead, plan ahead by adding aftermarket service to ...
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Key Steps for a Perfect Sealcoating Job

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Whether you’re a seasoned sealcoating contractor or new to the business, happy customers are your number one priority. Here’s a quick breakdown on how to do your best sealcoating work and do it efficiently. 1. Know when it’s right: From temperatures and freeze/thaw cycles to precipitation and traffic, there are a lot of factors that impact the material integrity. The ...
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How to Tackle 4 Tasks with One Machine

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Efficiency. Whether you’re talking about productivity, speed, effectiveness, profitability — there are a lot of ways to say efficient, but around here, the term is most synonymous with the DA 350. The unit is the first and currently the only sealcoating machine on the market that allows you to use one machine to tackle all four tasks associated with sealcoating ...
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The Most Effective Ways to Minimize Sealcoat Machine Maintenance

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Regularly maintaining your sealcoat machine will ensure it lasts 20-30 years and is ready to perform when you need it. But maintenance doesn’t have to be a drain on your uptime. Minimize maintenance with these tips. Daily: Clean the Filter Basket & Rinse the Pump As a key component to sealcoat mix, sand can collect quickly in the filter basket, ...
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Sealcoating Benefits: Here’s Why, When and How to Do It

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From parking lots to roadways, asphalt serves a critical role in infrastructure. But it must contend with some of Mother Nature’s harshest treatment. Sealcoating may be asphalt’s best ally for longevity. Here are a few tips on how to do it right. Why Sealcoat? Before any contractor takes on sealcoating, they need to understand why it’s important and how it ...
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Sealcoating Baffle Attachment Drastically Improves Efficiency

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Neal Manufacturing, a division of Blastcrete Equipment, LLC and leader in asphalt pavement maintenance equipment, offers the industry’s first sealcoating baffle attachment — AutoTrim. The unit attaches to the front of Neal Manufacturing’s DA 350 Dual Applicator machine and can be retrofitted onto any truck-powered sealcoating unit to automatically cut-in sealcoat materials on the go while keeping curbs and edges ...
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Eight Tips to Getting the Most ROI From Your Sealcoating Equipment

In News, Sealcoat Selection by Neal Manufacturing

Maximizing return on investment doesn’t take a mathematician. To bring in the most green, have the right setup and select a sealcoating machine that’s powerful, easy to maintain and supported by a reliable manufacturer. Follow these eight tips to get equipment that will quickly pay for itself. Eliminate Daily Cleaning Cleaning your pump daily adds up to a lot of ...
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Four Things to Look For When Choosing the Best Sealcoat Machine For Your Business

In News, Sealcoat Selection by Neal Manufacturing

Like all equipment, when choosing a sealcoating machine, uptime, speed, efficiency and high-quality results are on the line. To be successful, the unit must deliver on all fronts. But not every sealcoat machine is right for every contractor. Follow these guidelines for optimal productivity and profits. Match the Pump to the Mix There are three types of pumps you’ll find ...