In our previous blog, we highlighted our groundbreaking innovations in salt spreading over the last 75 years. Now, we turn our focus to the digital solutions transforming winter services. For 75 years, Aebi Schmidt Nederland—part of the Aebi Schmidt Group—has led the way in pioneering digital technologies that enhance efficiency, optimize resource use, and improve road safety. In this blog, we explore key digital advancements, including the evolution from WinterLogic to IntelliOPS, and the development of driver assistance systems like Route Assistant and ThermoLogic.

CH-Frauenfeld, December 16, 2024 – Aebi Schmidt Group and The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) today announced a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger. Aebi Schmidt’s current shareholders will hold a majority in the combined company at closing. This merger will create a world leading specialty vehicle manufacturer and upfitter, with estimated 2024 combined revenue of nearly 2 billion U.S. dollars. After closing, Aebi Schmidt’s shares will trade in the U.S. on the NASDAQ Stock Market.

Safety in modern sweepers is a top priority, especially in electric models such as the Schmidt eCleango 550. From its robust cabin structure to ergonomic design and innovative glazing, numerous tests and certifications ensure that every component meets the highest standards. Discover how thoughtful engineering and rigorous testing result in a safe and user-friendly product.

How do you make good things even better? By focusing on the user and making handling even easier in demanding applications with modern operating concepts, targeted performance enhancements and optimized technology.

Long-term testing is crucial for the development of sweepers, ensuring that these machines can withstand the demands of daily use and operate reliably over the long term. In this article, we take a look behind the scenes and learn what needs to be considered when developing a safe electric sweeper.

Winter road maintenance is a crucial service that ensures the safety of communities during cold weather conditions. At Aebi Schmidt, we are committed to developing technologies and methods that make this possible. With a 75-year legacy of innovation, Aebi Schmidt Nederland—part of the Aebi Schmidt Group—has been leading the way in developing solutions that address the key challenges of efficiency, sustainability, and adaptability in winter maintenance.

CH-Frauenfeld, November 28, 2024 – The Aebi Schmidt Group is taking over Ladog-Fahrzeugbau und Vertriebs-GmbH, based in Zell am Harmersbach, Germany. This acquisition closes a gap in the Aebi Schmidt Group's range of narrow gauge vehicles for municipal and agricultural use.

The development of modern electric sweepers demands not only cutting-edge technologies but also a thorough understanding of stringent safety standards. In this article, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the product development of the Schmidt eCleango 550 and explore how this safe and efficient electric sweeper is rigorously tested.

For many local authorities and road maintenance depots, winter means one thing above all: a well thought-out and reliable spreading plan to combat black ice and keep roads safe. PW 30 - a proven pre-wetted salt mixture of salt and brine - has established itself as the standard. However, new studies show that spreading with PW 50 is better and more effective. Switching to PW 50 can significantly increase road safety, save costs in the long term and protect the environment.

Northamptonshire-based landscaping and vegetation management specialist, Green Park Groundcare, has added an Aebi Terratrac to its fleet to boost capacity, increase flexibility and tackle difficult mowing jobs. Its management was looking after a machine to do both simple and complex jobs, on other words to carry out a multitude of tasks.

This summer, Aebi Schmidt Ibérica signed a distribution agreement for side loader refuse collection vehicles with AMS, a leading manufacturer of municipal waste management equipment based and producing in Italy. The CL1 series models are well-known and popular due to their ease of operation and high reliability.

In a move towards sustainability and operational efficiency, Dar has undertaken a project to extend the lifetime of their outdated winter equipment fleet and to optimize its routes. This initiative not only aligns with Dar’s strategic plan but also supports the sustainability goals of its member municipalities through circular procurement.

In today’s tech-driven world, we are constantly seeking to streamline operations, reduce costs and improve productivity. Leveraging connected fleet technology with remote diagnostics is a very effective strategy. It not only maximises efficiency, but also enables real-time monitoring, data-driven decision making and predictive maintenance. How can the integration of the two technologies change fleet management and reduce downtime? Read on to find out.

Aebi Schmidt Canada opened a new sales and service center in Brantford together with representatives of the city council, employees, and interested customers and partners from the municipal industry. The new location will aim to enhance the efficiency of serving their Canadian airport and municipal customers, along with service contractors.

Aebi Schmidt’s ultimate mission is to improve the performance of our customers all over the world. To accomplish this, our service team not only travels the world to train our customers and maintain their equipment. Join us for an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes and secrets of their mission beyond borders.

Bracknell-based Shorts Group is totally confident that the two Schmidt Street King 660 truck-mounted sweepers that it operates deliver exceptional service and represent excellent value for money. Driver operators like its sweeping power, the larger capacity and the greater payload which means that they have to make fewer trips for tipping, helping to keep costs down. Continue to read and learn what else they like.

This summer, a new combination of equipment was tested in Winterberg municipality. The Schmidt Flexigo 150, already recognized as a versatile sweeper, underwent a long-term test with a new attachment. This complete vehicle concept, consisting of the Flexigo 150 and a flail mower power arm system, was developed to ensure efficient and simple maintenance of cycle paths and green spaces year-round. The result? A resounding success, with the potential to revolutionize the care and maintenance of tourist areas like Winterberg.

The Zug works depot has replaced all three sweepers in its fleet. The choice fell on sweepers from Schmidt. Urs Hubatka, head of Zug's works depot, explains the criteria that tipped the scales in favor of the eSwingo 200+ and how the changeover went for the drivers.

A few days ago, MB opened its doors to the public and invited the community as well as employees and their families to see and explore its Airport Maintenance Products facility in Chilton, WI, which also hosts the North American headquarters. The open house event attracted over 600 visitors, and gave the unique opportunity to look behind the scenes of the production and experience the big snow clearing machines up close. 

Last week, Aebi Schmidt Denmark hosted its "Åbent hus" – Open House – event, welcoming customers and visitors to Fredericia. The event provided the perfect opportunity to experience Aebi Schmidt’s solutions up close and further establish the young Danish branch in the market.