Landscaping tool system including tamp, scuffle hoe, and rake

Abstract

Methods, systems and tools used for landscaping are described. In particular, a system is provided for maintaining the landscape features of a baseball or softball field. The system can realize several different tools from interchangeable components without compromising the structural integrity and tool performance necessary to accomplish the job. Embodiments of tools include an improved tamp comprising a metallic plate with a first surface and a second surface disposed parallel to the first surface, wherein the second surface is configured such that the surface can compact particulate material into a more compressed state when pounded against it; and an open columnar member, for receiving a handle, disposed on and fixed to the first surface of the metallic plate; wherein the metallic plate has sides of equal length forming a square outline and the open columnar member has a height that is greater than the length of the metallic plate sides.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application relies on the disclosure of and claims priority to and the benefit of the filing dates of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 750,059 and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 750,089, both filed on Jan. 8, 2013, the disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein in their entireties.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to the field of ball field equipment. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to methods, systems and tools for landscaping. Embodiments of the invention provide manual dirt tamps for compacting soil, clay, or other particular matter, which tamps are useful for baseball or softball field maintenance. Embodiments of the invention also include a scuffle hoe, rake, and interchangeable tool system comprising them. The tools and systems are especially helpful for maintaining a baseball or softball field.[0004]2...

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Benefits of technology

[0026]Embodiments of the invention solve the problem of strength and longevity of use of tamps. Embodiments of tamps according to the invention can be made with a shaft, a

Problems solved by technology

Some tamps provide a tamp plate connected directly to and perpendicular to the tamp pole with little or no added support, and do not provide an added shaft between where the plate and pole meet.

Since this connection is not well supported this area becomes vulnerable.

Over time these tamps have a tendency to break where the plate joins the pole as the tamp is constantl

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