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Praised as a breakthrough by Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Occupational therapists, Ergonomists, Engineers, Workers Compensation Boards, the products have proven themselves through usage by hundreds of council shires, mines, government departments, industry, builders and Health and Safety organisations all over Australia.

Botanic Niche - transforming age old tools into safer and more efficient products.

Botanic Niche Ergonomic Handles

The latest addition to the Botanic Niche range of Ergonomic Handtools is the multi-purpose shaft designs suitable for brooms, rakes, mops, screeds, scrapers etc.

Available in a variety of lengths, weights, materials and thickness to suit all handle applications. Ranging from domestic models through to industrial/commercial models, the Ergonomics concept again proves its versatility.

The design of the handle promotes a more upright working posture, correcting bad posture, whilst decreasing the strain on lower back, wrist and shoulders.

All models offer the same fully powder coated paint finish which resists splinters, dirt, rust and nails.
Available in either steel or lightweight aluminium starting at 287 grams. Shaft thickness varies from 19mm Domestic model through to 25mm Industrial model enabling fixture into all 3/4 and 1 inch fitting heads.
The handles are screw secured, which eliminates nailing and splinting.

If you have an idea for ergonomic products that would make life easier, please contact us.

Fully welded Steel or Aluminium construction.
Powder coated in a variety of visual colours reduces rust, loss and theft.
Environmental friendly - no timber products and fully recyclable.
Lighter than conventional handtools.
Australian designed, owned and manufactured.
Larger 38mm thick shaft allows better grip.

User Benefits
Improved working posture.
More comfortable grip positioning.
Less back, wrist and leg strain.
More control of loaded head.
Aids in rehabilitation of injured workers.
Less chance of occupational/casual injury.

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BN 01 Ergonomic Shovel
The original and ultimate contractors shovel designed for shifting, loading and spreading light to heavy materials.
Length 980, Blade 255 x 300mm, Weight 2.1kg

BN 02 Contractors Shovel
Exclusive shaft Design specifically for backhand trades persons, such as concreters and Asphalt workers. Provides the same postural advantage as the original Ergonomic Shovel with a greater backhand functionality. Excellent general purpose shovel for shifting, loading and spreading light to heavy materials.
Length 980mm, Blade 255 x 310mm, Weight 2.1kg

BN 03 Round/Point Tip Shovel
General purpose shovel for digging, shifting and loading coarse or compact materials Suitable for hard/dry soil or aggregate.
Forward rolled Foot Tread.
Length 980mm, Blade 190 x 310mm, Weight

BN 04 Spade
General purpose spade for hole digging, turning and cultivating soils and sand. Unique slightly curved blade edge provides better strength and cutting ability.
Forward rolled Foot Tread.
Length 1000mm, Blade 190 x 300mm, Weight 1.9kg

BN 05 Digging Spade
The ultimate short handled digging tool. Features curved and unique designed notched cutting grooves on the blade edge to promote easier cultivation and soil penetration.
Forward rolled Foot tread.
Length 1000mm, Blade 190 x 300mm, Weight 1.8kg

BN 06 Garden Fork
General purpose tempered steel fork suitable for digging and cultivation.
Length 1020mm, Blade 190 x 300mm, Weight 2.1kg

BN 14 Mulching Fork - Medium
10 fine special purpose coke and mulching fork. ideal for bark and wood chips.
Length 1270mm, Blade 400 x 380mm, Weight 3.2kg

BN 07 Square Shovel - Long
Suitable for shovelling bulk materials, loading and spreading.
Length 1446mm, Blade 225 x 300mm, Weight 2.8kg

BN 08 Round/Point Tip Shovel - Long
Suitable for general digging, shifting and loading coarse or compact materials. Excellent for hard earth, clay and aggregate.
Forward rolled Foot Tread.
Length 1446mm, Blade 290 x 310mm, Weight 2.8kg

BN 09 Post Hole Shovel - Long
Square mouth post-blade suitable for digging and clearing deep holes. Designed for general purpose digging, trenching and shovelling tasks requiring a narrow blade.
Forward rolled Foot Tread
Length 1146mm, Blade 190 x 280mm, Weight 2.6kg

BN 10 Aluminium Scoop - Medium
Features aluminium high grade blade and handle shaft. Provides a featherweight and robust large capacity blade for shovelling grain, ash, ice, and other low density materials. A new standard in hygiene as no timber or steel are used. Suitable for sterile and anti-spark environments. Powder coated shaft and riveted poly "D" grip.
Length 1270mm, Blade 340 x 390mm, Weight 1.3kg

BN 11 Aluminium Scoop - Long
The same lightweight high quality aluminium componentry as the medium scoop except with the postural advantage of added handle length which further promotes a safer working posture.
Length 1540mm, Blade 340 x 390mm, Weight 1.3kg

BN 12 Flat Trenching Spade - Long
Long flat blade suitable for digging and cleaning trenches. Designed specifically for trench cleaning or where a long narrow blade is required. Rear rolled Foot Tread.
Length 1530mm, Blade 350 x 140mm, Weight 2.2kg

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