Shovel handle ATLAS 100 cm bent, with through-mount T-grip

ATLAS shovel handle of ash wood, bent T-handle 100 cm long, with a strong through-mount T-grip. A shovel handle is often used together with a digging shovel, concrete shovel, scoop shovel, or a cable shovel.

ATLAS shovel handles are made from ash rootstocks, which contain the best wood. Ash wood is tough, shock-absorbing and strong. The ash wood undergoes two drying processes: during the first drying process sawn ash wood planks are air-dried. During the second process the ash wood is computer-controlled re-dried in a climate chamber. By re-drying the handle does not shrink, tools remain firmly attached to the handle and the through-mount T-grip can be pressed on the handle without glue or staples.

After that the ATLAS shovel handles are bent in boiling water. This causes the wood grain in the handle to bend along and prevents the grain from running out of the handle (a running-out grain is weaker). The bending process makes the handle extremely strong.

Finally the ATLAS handle is waxed with plant-based Carnauba wax. This allows the wood to breathe, prevents it from absorbing water or dirt and preserves the nice natural color. Waxing ensures a longer lifespan and a pleasant smooth handle, which prevents blisters. Moreover, waxing handles with a plant-based wax is better for the environment than using varnish or paraffin.

ATLAS shovel handles are manufactured completely energy-neutral in the Netherlands and are available in various lengths and versions.