Friday, October 18, 2013

Where To Shop For Grapple Rakes

By Megan Landry


Anyone looking to purchase grapple rakes may well want to shop on line. They can find a local dealer or distributor to help them find the best model for their particular needs. There are many different sizes and styles of rake. Some are specially designed for a particular task, such as clearing leaves, rocks or roots.

It is always a good idea to work with a company that has been in business for a long time. They have had to time really work out all the kinks in their machines. They will also be very familiar with the needs of their clients. Working with an experienced sales person is the best way to learn all about the variety of machines available. It is best not to buy something that is too big for the intended terrain, or too small for the job it will need to do.

The sales person should begin by meeting with the client to discuss their needs. Some people are looking for a more specialized rake to tack a very specific job. For example, anyone who runs a tree service will need a rake that is capable of moving large trees as well as branches and roots. A landscaper may be looking for the best model to clean up leaves. Fall clean up is a big part of any landscapers business calender and can be done quickly and efficiently with the right tools.

Things to look for in the manufacture of a rake are high quality steel. This is one of the most important components. Most attachments have a top and bottom row of tines. The bottom row are typically closer set. They still allow dirt to fall through, but are able to pick up heavy rocks with ease.

The carbon steel plate is very durable and rust resistant. The upper row of tines is typically bigger and used for holding the debris in place while it is moved to a collection point. Most landscapers like to consolidate all the leaves, branches and other scraps into a large pile that is easy to remove or burn. Most rakes have a built in feature that allows leaves to be compressed into balls that are easy to manage and take up less space.

A grapple rake can save farmers and landscapers a lot of time and money. Big time consuming jobs such as digging out stumps can be achieved by one operator in a fraction of the time. The rakes are cleverly designed to pull even the toughest old roots out of the ground. The lower row of tines then allows the dirt to fall through, thus preventing unnecessary waste.

Most of the lower tines are between half and inch and an inch thick. Their sturdy construction and welded ends add extra strength and durability to the rake. A compact size tractor can easily be used and rakes are available in several different sizes.

Grapple rakes are an excellent investment for any landscape company. The rakes save time and also provide an excellent tool for many different jobs. Moving rocks, clearing building sites and preparing areas for grass and crops are just a few of the uses for these versatile machines.




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