Here are the issues Scott’s Welding sees most in February.

1. Stress Cracks in Commercial Trailers and Tanker Units

Tankers, agricultural trailers, and hauling equipment face intense pressure changes during cold snaps. When steel becomes brittle, the stress from heavy loads can cause:

• Cracks along frame rails

• Broken welds on crossmembers

• Stress points near hitches or kingpins

• Leaks on pressurized tanks

• Failures at previous repair points

ASME-certified welders are required for many commercial tank repairs, and not all welding shops can legally or safely perform this work. Scott’s Welding can.

2. Broken Attachments on Agricultural and Industrial Equipment

Kansas producers and contractors use equipment year-round, even in freezing conditions.

In winter, we commonly see:

• Cracked loader buckets

• Broken mounts on skid-steers

• Snapped brackets on hydraulic systems

• Cracked frames on feed equipment

• Breaks in plows, blades, and winter equipment attachments

When metal is cold, these breaks happen fast and they stop work even faster.