The loss will be same as long as current magnitude is same irrespective of what the power factor (pf) of the load current is. Just to clarify consider a single phase 110 V /220 V transformer . Let its Req=eqivalent resistane be 3 ohm (referred to 220 V side). Let it be rated 2.2 kVA.
Actually in the US is the cost of sand is about $11-13/Ton.
Public service agencies are in the best position to benefit from a little arbitrage, since snow is an unavoidable element of rock salt demand. Rock salt is usually about $60- $80 US per ton, at least when purchased in bulk for local municipalities.This may seem cheap for rock salt prices, but it certainly adds up when some cities must purchase several thousand tons of rock salt.ublic service agencies are in the best position to benefit from a little arbitrage, since snow is an unavoidable element of rock salt demand. Rock salt is usually about $60- $80 US per ton, at least when purchased in bulk for local municipalities.