8 Pitchfork Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for pitchforks as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 8 pitchfork manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked pitchfork companies as of November, 2024: 1.TORNADICA, 2.H. K. Exports, 3.Tangshan Glory Shovel Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
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What Is a Pitchfork?
Originating in Europe, a pitchfork is an agricultural tool featuring a long handle and sharp metal prongs, resembling an enlarged rake. The prongs, which can range from 2 to 6 in number and be either straight or curved, are designed for various tasks.
Interestingly, the design of dining forks was inspired by the functionality of pitchforks. Over time, while the term "fork" has come to commonly refer to the dining utensil, its original association was with the pitchfork.
The long handle of the pitchfork allows for more comfortable usage without the need for excessive bending, thus easing the physical strain of agricultural work.
Uses of Pitchforks
Pitchforks have diverse applications in agriculture. They are commonly used for handling harvested wheat or hay, gathering soft crops like leaves, grapes, and other fruits, mixing compost, and harvesting root crops like potatoes and sweet potatoes without causing damage. In the livestock industry, they are instrumental in handling hay.
Beyond agriculture, pitchforks have historical significance as makeshift weapons. They served as an affordable alternative to spears for self-defense among those who couldn't afford more expensive weapons. In Western culture, they have been utilized in protests and depicted as tools in combating zombies in movies. In various subcultures, pitchforks are also symbolically associated with demons, drawing inspiration from the trident of Poseidon in Greek mythology.
List of 8 Pitchfork Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Tangshan Glory Shovel Manufacturing Co., Ltd
Agriculture Fork
Manufacturer Overview
Tangshan Glory Shovel Manufacturing Co., Ltd., established in 1983 and located in Tangshan, Hebei, China, is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer specializing in steel shovels and other tools for the agricultural sector. The company’s products include pickaxes for breaking hard surfaces, hoes for farming or gardening applications, and steel shovels used in agriculture and construction. It also offers a range of related equipment and accessories, such as forks, rakes, and replacement wooden handles for loose gardening tools. The company’s products primarily retail via partner distributors across China, and are used by both agricultural businesses and consumers in the residential sector.
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Rhinoceros Manufacturing Ltd.
Professional Garden Fork
Manufacturer Overview
Rhinoceros established in 1991 is a manufacturer of standard and OEM non-power outdoor gardening tools and accessories headquartered in Zhongshan City, China. The products are categorized into garden hand tools, long-handle tools, garden cutting tools, specialty garden tools, and watering & irrigation. The company is ISO 9001 & ISO14001 certified as well as meets the British Standards [BS] & German Standards [DIN] and offers products that have undergone metal processing, heat treatment, mirror polishing & finishing, injection molding, and semi-automated large packaging & assembling.
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Hebei Sinotools Industrial Co., LTD.
All metal steel fork
Manufacturer Overview
Hebei Sinotools Industrial Co. Ltd. (owner of the Gardepot trademark), established in 2007 and headquartered in Hebei Province, China, is a garden and lawn products manufacturer, distributor, and supplier. With hundreds of gardening tools, watering tools, and cultivation equipment, the company offers a complete portfolio of products, from garden hoses and watering cans to cordless electric pruning shears. It also offers complete product customization, OEM, and ODM services for garden-related products to clients worldwide, including full support from consultation and manufacture to delivery at the port of entry.
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YATO
Garden Digging Fork
Manufacturer Overview
YATO, a China Branch Of The Group TOYA S.A, is a manufacturer of hand tools that was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Shanghai,China. Its main activity is the designing, development, and manufacturing of hand tools, including wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and even gasoline water pumps. The company also offers a wide range of accessories, such as sockets, bits, and blades. YATO's products are used by a wide range of customers, including the automotive, manufacturing, and construction industries.
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YOUYOU
GARDEN FORK
Manufacturer Overview
YOUYOU established in 1989 and based in Hebei, China, is a manufacturer of nail & screw and wire and machete. The company also has domestic wire drawing, heat treatment, surface treatment and environmental protection equipment that meet environmental protection standards. The products supplied are common wire nails, chipboard screws, stainless steel wire and sugar cane machete to countries such as Europe, Africa, America and the Middle East. The company holds ISO 9001 quality management certification and SGS certification.
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Asaka Industrial Co.,Ltd.
Fork
Company Overview
Asaka Industrial Co.,Ltd., established in 1931 and based in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in shovels and scoops. The company's range of products includes round-point shovels, post hole diggers, and aluminum angle flat rakes. These products are used in various applications, including agriculture, construction, and carpentry and woodworking. The company provides services including detailed online catalogs and product customization based on customers’ requirements. Its products are used globally in various countries including Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa.
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H. K. Exports
Garden Pitchfork
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TORNADICA
Gardening Pitchfork
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Pitchfork Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | TORNADICA |
28.6%
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| 2 | H. K. Exports |
14.3%
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| 3 | Tangshan Glory Shovel Manufacturing Co., Ltd |
14.3%
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| 4 | YOUYOU |
14.3%
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| 5 | YATO |
14.3%
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| 6 | Asaka Industrial Co.,Ltd. |
14.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the pitchfork page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
- Hebei Sinotools Industrial Co., LTD.: 2007 (17 years ago)
- Rhinoceros Manufacturing Ltd.: 1991 (33 years ago)
- YOUYOU: 1989 (35 years ago)
Company with a History
- YOUYOU: 1989 (35 years ago)
- Rhinoceros Manufacturing Ltd.: 1991 (33 years ago)
- Hebei Sinotools Industrial Co., LTD.: 2007 (17 years ago)
Global Distribution of Pitchfork Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China
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4 | 100.0% |
