Advantages and disadvantages
Aluminum, as the material from which the shovel is made, has advantages and disadvantages. Its advantages are as follows.
- The three-sided aluminum shovel demonstrates high quality and reliability, it is able to cope with the task and withstand significant loads. Wooden ones quickly fail, because they are destroyed by moisture. Moreover, the tree is not always able to maintain its integrity under the influence of the snow mass, but the duralumin material bends, but then returns to its shape. Aluminum shovels are not afraid of corrosion even during long-term operation.
- If we compare such a toolkit with plastic, then it does not wear off, the working life of aluminum is several times greater, therefore, the shovel will last longer without replacement.
- Such a product wins in terms of weight and storage conditions.
Despite such a number of advantages, aluminum shovels also have a disadvantage - it is cost. The price really exceeds that of a plastic or wood product. If you use the equipment for its intended purpose and carefully, then the shovel will last up to 7 years.
MIR LOPAT.RU - production and sale of snow shovels
The MirLopat company produces duralumin shovels, which are the optimal tool for high-quality snow removal in settlements, paved roads, localities and other municipal and private facilities. In the ratio of quality and price, the aluminum shovel is noticeably superior in comparison with other analogues. It is much more durable than plastic and wooden shovels, much lighter than metal, which greatly facilitates the work. Using our quality tools, the working staff does not get tired during prolonged throwing and shoveling of snow and ice. Since aluminum is erased by prolonged friction on a hard surface, a plate made of hardened spring-spring steel 65G, which is a hard working part, is screwed to the engine. In case of prolonged and intensive use throughout the entire winter period, the plate can be replaced with a new one after it is completely worn out.
Snow removal is a fairly frequent and lengthy process; it can be repeated many times throughout the entire winter period. Since a large amount of snow needs to be thrown over a short period of time, the tool used must be reliable and convenient. For such work, the best option is an aluminum shovel.
When clearing snow, an aluminum shovel clearly outperforms iron implements, which are much heavier, and weight is one of the main criteria that determine convenience during work on throwing snow and breaking ice. Moreover, duralumin is a material that is not only stored under any conditions and does not rust, but also has good sliding on the working surface. A shovel made of iron will rust during prolonged storage and therefore significantly reduce its sliding properties due to the formation of corrosion on its surface.
If you compare an aluminum shovel with a wooden one, then it is much more durable. With constant interaction with moisture, it does not deteriorate, like plywood, does not wear off, and it can also be easily restored after deformation, since aluminum is a material with increased bending strength. When compared with a plastic shovel, the duralumin base lasts much longer. And in terms of weight, duralumin is not inferior to plastic and polymer materials.
The advantages over a titanium shovel are obvious - this is the cost, which is 8-12 times lower, and there is practically no difference in weight.
When choosing a working tool, you need to take into account its dimensions. The generally accepted tool size for the average person is 50x40. Sizes may vary based on the height and weight of the worker, but an oversized shovel will be unproductive and ineffective, and hands will tire quickly.
Order of the Department of Housing and Public Utilities and Improvement of the City of Moscow
on the technology of cleaning road facilities in Moscow in winter
Models
From the models of aluminum shovels available on the market, one can single out the reliable duralumin Ferrino Shovel, which is made in Italy. Its weight is only 650 grams, while not only the working blade, but also the handle is made of aluminum. Product size 240/280 mm. The manufacturer has carefully thought out the design of the handle and made it telescopic.
I would especially like to highlight the model "Saint-Tropez 0735CI" from the assortment on the market. With the help of such a shovel, you can remove both loose and wet, heavy snow. The model is produced in Finland. Of the distinctive characteristics, I would like to highlight a convenient bucket, the height of which is 370 mm. If the snow shovel is strong enough, the shovel will help clear the area quickly.
The weight of the structure is much more than that of the previous model and amounts to one and a half kilograms. The height is 1.2 meters, and the width is 50 cm. The handle is made of aluminum, and has a rubber pad on top that protects the hands.
The reinforced snow model made of aluminum "Snowball" is distinguished by its strength and convenience. It is made by the domestic manufacturer "Centerinstrument". Various modifications go on sale, the working blade and the handle can be made of aluminum, there are options for sale when the handle is made of wood. The bucket height is 35 cm, and its width is about 43 cm.
