Pacific Northwest Snowfighters

About

Transportation agencies within the states of Washington, Oregon, Montana and Idaho and the province of British Columbia formed a committee several years ago to develop specifications for chemicals related to snow and ice control. This committee has evolved to become the Pacific Northwest Snowfighters (PNS) Association.

The association is comprised of technical experts in the fields of chemistry, environment, maintenance operations and management, insurance law and claims, public affairs and purchasing. The association has been privileged to work with the foremost pioneers in deicing technology.

The mission of the PNS is to provide specifications for the highest quality products balancing quality of environment with providing the safest possible transportation system and maximum mobility for the traveling public during snow and ice conditions, within reasonable budgetary, product performance and environmental constraints.

By consolidating the resources and purchasing power of the member agencies, the association anticipates that the quality and cost of these products will become more favorable and are considering the challenges and feasibility of developing a contract for use by the entire PNS membership.