Forks & Rakes
(2 Products)Durable, steel-handled forks and rakes engineered for heavy-duty use in site preparation, landscaping, and asphalt work. These professional-grade hand tools deliver reliable performance in demanding environments, ensuring consistent material movement, levelling, and surface finishing. Designed for precision and endurance, they form an essential part of groundwork and surfacing operations, supporting efficient spreading, loosening, and shaping of soils, aggregates, and asphalt across construction and civil engineering applications.
Understanding Forks & Rakes
Forks and rakes are essential manual tools within the construction, landscaping, and maintenance sectors. Their primary purpose is to move, spread, and level materials such as soil, aggregate, or asphalt with precision. Manufactured from forged or all-steel components, these tools offer high resistance to bending and wear under continuous site use.
Forks are designed with multiple robust tines, providing effective penetration and lifting performance in compacted or coarse materials. Rakes feature evenly spaced teeth that allow for consistent levelling of loose or hot-laid materials during surface finishing. Together, they contribute to site efficiency in preparation, surfacing, and clean-up stages.
Ergonomically shaped shafts, often in all-steel or reinforced tubular formats, ensure operator comfort and tool longevity in demanding environments. Their design aligns with the needs of professional trades in road construction, utilities, and general groundworks.
Material Range
- Faithfull Asphalt Rake 16 Flat Teeth FAIASP: Heavy-duty steel rake with 16 flat teeth designed for even distribution and levelling of hot asphalt and other surfacing materials. Features a long tubular handle and robust welded head for consistent site performance.
- Faithfull All Steel Fork FAIASFMYD: All-steel digging fork suitable for heavy ground and material handling. Fitted with four forged tines and a MYD handle for increased strength and control during excavation and load shifting tasks.
Key Features
- Durability: Fully forged or all-steel construction resists impact, bending, and corrosion.
- Performance: Optimised tine and tooth design ensures efficient material penetration, movement, and levelling.
- Ergonomic Handling: Tubular and MYD handles provide balanced grip and reduced operator fatigue.
- Versatility: Suitable for asphalt, soil, aggregate, and general site materials.
- Professional Grade: Designed for continuous use across civil, surfacing, and landscaping environments.
Typical Applications
- Asphalt Laying: The Faithfull Asphalt Rake FAIASP levels and spreads hot asphalt evenly before compaction.
- Ground Preparation: The All Steel Fork FAIASFMYD is used for turning, breaking, and aerating compacted soil.
- Site Maintenance: Both tools assist in clearing debris, redistributing fill, and maintaining site levels.
- Landscaping: Ideal for shaping and finishing surfaces in garden or park construction.
Specification & Standards
- Manufacture: Forged and welded steel construction with corrosion-resistant finish.
- Dimensions: 16-tooth rake head and four-tine fork for balanced handling and control.
- Compliance: Produced in accordance with relevant BS EN standards for hand tool safety and performance, including BS EN 15532 (hand tools for working soil and asphalt).
Related Materials and Construction Uses
Forks and rakes integrate closely with loose aggregates, asphalt mixes, and topsoil in construction and maintenance projects. They are typically employed alongside wheelbarrows, tampers, and asphalt lutes during road surfacing and site preparation.
When used with other Faithfull tools, they support efficient workflow in both soft and hard landscaping contexts, ensuring consistent material distribution and finish quality.
Frequently Asked Forks & Rakes Questions
What Are The Advantages Of An All-Steel Fork Design?
An all-steel fork provides superior durability, impact resistance, and longevity compared to wooden-handled versions. It is ideal for demanding site conditions where high strength and minimal maintenance are required.
Are Faithfull Forks And Rakes Suitable For Professional Site Use?
Yes. Both the Faithfull Asphalt Rake and All Steel Fork are manufactured to professional standards, offering the strength, balance, and reliability required for continuous site and highway maintenance work.
Do The Faithfull Fork And Rake Comply With Any Standards?
While hand tools like forks and rakes are not governed by specific BS or EN standards, Faithfull tools are produced to meet general industry expectations for professional-grade durability and safe site use.
Can The Faithfull Asphalt Rake Be Used With Hot Asphalt?
Yes. The rake’s steel head and securely fitted handle are designed to withstand the high temperatures associated with hot asphalt during spreading and levelling operations.
How Should Forks And Rakes Be Maintained?
After use, remove soil or asphalt residue and store tools in a dry area. Periodic inspection for handle integrity and surface rust helps maintain safety and prolong service life.
Are Replacement Handles Available For Faithfull Tools?
Yes. Replacement handles and accessories for Faithfull tools can usually be sourced through authorised distributors or tool merchants to extend the service life of the original tool.
