What are the Different Types of Shovel?
A shovel is a long-handled tool with a scooping blade. It is used to dig and move material. There are several types of shovels, each designed for a specific task or tasks. Some shovels that are used for digging earth have “foot treads” on the top of the blade, flattened areas on which to rest one’s foot to add extra force. Shovels are also available with a variety of handle lengths and handles. Barn Shovel. A big, industrial-strength shovel for moving grain or snow or doing clean up is sometimes called a barn shovel. These shovels usually have a flat leading edge and are notably deep, with high sides to steady the load. Coal Shovel. A coal shovel is used to move piles of coal or to move coal from storage to a hod or other coal carrier. It has a wide flat edge and its blade is flat in the center and curved sharply at the sides. Coal shovels are available with shorter or longer handles. Garden Shovel. Garden shovels differ from spades in both construction and purpose. The blade of a spad
