Module 3:

3.2 The need for certain activities

3.2.15 Raking / Scarifying

To scratch the surface (mainly by raking) or cut into the surface layer (mainly by scarification) to remove unwanted build-up of organic matter (termed thatch).

[1] A typical metal tine-rake for grassroots type pitches is one that is used on a combination frame.

[2] Dedicated metal-tine rakes, with more tines, such as the Uni rake are also used.

[3] Mechanical scarifiers, such as the Imants Rhea, which is attached to an Imants Rotosweep which removes scarified arisings.