5-tine galvanised metal biofork by De Pypere

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5-tine galvanised metal biofork by De Pypere

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This is a robust and durable garden tool thanks to its galvanised steel structure. It is equipped with a wide 5-tooth head, a foot support area, and angled handles for a better grip. This organic fork allows you to loosen and aerate the soil without turning it over while preserving its structure and the living organisms that make it fertile. Efficient, ergonomic, and eco-friendly, it is an essential tool for gardeners who want to engage in a sustainable and renewable organic gardening approach!

The 5-tine galvanised metal biofork by De Pypere is a sturdy and exceptionally durable garden tool that does not rust. Similar to a cultivator, it loosens and aerates the soil without turning it over, preserving its physical structure and avoiding disturbance to the rich biotope. Thanks to its wide head, it can be used on larger surfaces. Appreciated for its ergonomics, this fork with handlebars offers great comfort during use, allowing the gardener to work standing up with minimal effort. This model is also suitable for heavy, clayey, and compacted soils.

The classic fork is originally a complementary tool to the spade, designed to loosen, aerate, and crumble the soil deeply in small areas. It is much better suited than the spade for working with clayey or heavy and compacted soils. This De Pypere model is a type of fork with a very wide head equipped with 5 tines, a crossbar doubled with a foot support area, and two long handles. Its structure is made of galvanised steel, a process that involves covering the metal with a layer of zinc, which prevents steel corrosion. This type of cultivator loosens the soil to a depth of about 20 cm, simply by penetrating with the sturdy and sharp tines. Unlike the spade or tiller, this garden tool does not mix the different layers of soil, does not disturb microbial life, and does not cut earthworms, which are essential for soil health and fertility. The surface layer of the soil is rich in humus composed of decomposing plant matter, which is highly nutritious for plants. Invertebrates, insects, bacteria, and fungi that are involved in this process require oxygen, and they suffocate when the soil is turned over, while the deeper, poorer layer ends up on the surface. Use the fork to prepare the soil before sowing or planting. Thanks to its 90 cm handles, you can work with a straight back, minimising the strain on the back muscles, even during intensive use, and reducing the risk of stiffness or pain. The ends of the handles are curved at a right angle outward, which facilitates grip.

Using it requires a little practice:

Push it into the soil by sliding your foot at the level of the crossbar of the head
Then pull it towards you by lowering the handles to hip height (The curvature of the tines lifts the clod of soil by simply pulling the handles towards oneself using a lever effect).
Make a small alternating lifting movement on each side.

Technical specifications:

Product dimensions: Total length: 117 cm - Width: 52 cm - 5 tines of 26 cm long - Handle length 90 cm
Structure made of galvanised metal, highly resistant to corrosion, wear, and torsion
Handles of 14 cm
Tool usage: for preparing the soil, sowing, and aerating the earth
Can be used in loose and light soil or compact and clayey soil
Ideal for organic gardening: aerates the soil without disturbing the biological balance

The traditional De Pypere range includes high-quality tools, all made of forged steel and equipped with wooden handles. They are resistant to both shocks and torsion.

This tool is under warranty. The warranty does not apply to handles or grips, only to the metal parts, except for consumables (screws, springs, etc.), and within the scope of normal use.

Technical features

Weight: 3.000000 kg

Metal handle

Handle type Simple handles

Handle length 90 cm

steel tool head

Manufacturer De Pypere

Product guarantee 2 ans

Tips

Recommended for use in Heavy soil, Light, loose soil, Open ground

Particularly recommended for all plants

Range of tools Traditional tools

Type of tool Large hand tool

Ideal tool for Aerating and loosening soil

Directions for use The 5-tine galvanised metal biofork by De Pypere loosens and aerates the soil surface without turning it over, in order to preserve its physical structure and avoid disturbing the biotope that contributes to its fertility. Use it to prepare the soil before planting and sowing. This model is suitable for working with both loose and light soils, as well as compact, heavy, and clayey soils. Using it requires some practice: 1. Insert the head into the soil by sliding your foot on the crossbar of the head. 2. Pull it towards you while lowering the handles to hip level. 3. Make a small alternating lifting movement on each side. Tips: - Clean the tines after use. - Store the tool in a dry and sheltered place.