What GPM does a skid steer screening bucket need?

Most skid steer screening buckets require 15 to 30 GPM of auxiliary hydraulic flow. Standard-flow skid steers typically produce 15 to 22 GPM, which is adequate for many screening buckets. High-flow buckets that require 25+ GPM need a high-flow skid steer or a hydraulic upgrade. Always check the bucket manufacturer's specifications against your machine's auxiliary flow rating before purchasing.

Can I use a screening bucket on a Bobcat?

Yes. Most screening buckets use a universal skid steer quick-attach plate that fits Bobcat and other major skid steer brands. The key factor is not the brand of skid steer but the machine's auxiliary hydraulic flow and lift capacity. Check your specific Bobcat model's specs to make sure the screening bucket you are considering is compatible.

How many yards per hour can a skid steer screening bucket process?

Typical throughput ranges from 10 to 25 cubic yards per hour, depending on material type, moisture content, screen opening size, and operator technique. Dry, free-flowing topsoil screens at the higher end of that range. Wet or clay-heavy material drops production significantly.

Is a screening bucket worth it for a small landscaping business?

For many small landscaping operations, a skid steer screening bucket is one of the best equipment investments available. If you already own a skid steer, you add screening capability for $6,000 to $20,000 instead of $50,000+ for a standalone screener. The screened product sells for $15 to $25 more per cubic yard than raw material, so the bucket can pay for itself within a few months of regular use.

What is the difference between a vibrating screening bucket and a rotary screening bucket?

A vibrating screening bucket uses a hydraulic motor to shake a flat mesh screen. Material falls through the mesh openings as it vibrates. This design is simpler, less expensive, and works well with dry, free-flowing material. A rotary screening bucket uses rotating drums, blades, or star discs to tumble and separate material. Rotary designs handle wet, sticky, and clay-heavy material much better because the rotation is self-cleaning. Rotary buckets cost more but offer greater versatility.

When should I upgrade from a screening bucket to a standalone screener?

When your screening volume consistently exceeds 20 to 25 cubic yards per hour, or when you find yourself screening for more than half of your working day, a standalone screener will improve your productivity and product quality. Screening buckets top out at roughly 150 to 200 cubic yards per full working day. A small shaker screen or trommel can double or triple that output with one operator.

Bark Blowers & Blower Trucks for Sale

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Browse bark blowers and blower trucks for sale — mulch blower trucks, trailer-mounted bark blowers, and blowing equipment from Express Blower, Finn, Peterson, and other manufacturers. GrinderCrusherScreen carries new and used mulch blowing equipment for landscaping contractors, playground installers, and bulk material applicators. Call 770-433-2670 for pricing and availability.

Types of Bark Blowers & Blower Trucks

Blower Trucks

A blower truck combines a cargo body, blowing unit, and hose system into a single truck-mounted package. The truck carries 40 to 60+ cubic yards of material and blows it through 100-400 feet of hose directly to the application area. Blower trucks are the standard equipment for commercial mulch installation, playground surfacing, and erosion control blanket material.

Bark Blowers (Standalone Machines)

A standalone bark blower is a trailer-mounted or skid-mounted blowing unit that connects to a separate material source. These machines work for contractors who already have a truck or trailer for hauling material and need just the blowing unit.

Common Applications

Commercial landscaping — blow mulch, bark, and decorative ground cover into landscape beds without wheelbarrows
Playground surfacing — install engineered wood fiber or rubber mulch to specified depth in a single pass
Erosion control — apply compost blankets, straw, and tackifiers on slopes and disturbed soil
Residential bulk delivery — blow mulch directly into customer beds from a truck parked at the curb

Brands We Carry

Express Blower — industry-standard blower trucks in 40-yard and 60-yard configurations
Finn — trailer-mounted bark blowers and straw blowers for erosion control and landscaping
Peterson Pacific — heavy-duty blower trucks (BT40, BT60, BTR70, BTR90) for high-volume operations

How to Choose the Right Blower

Volume per day — blower trucks carry 40-60+ yards and blow material at 20-40+ yards per hour. Standalone blowers require a separate hauling solution
Hose reach — standard blower trucks run 100-400 feet of hose. Longer runs require more engine power
Material type — bark, mulch, compost, playground fiber, and soil each require different blower settings and hose diameters
Truck chassis — used blower trucks are built on commercial chassis (Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt) with varying mileage and condition

Find the Right Blower

Browse our current bark blower and blower truck inventory below, or call 770-433-2670 to talk with our team. Financing available on all equipment.