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.

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Maxigrind Grinder Screens

Name: Maxigrind
Brand: GCS
SKU: 460G
Availability: InStock

GrinderCrusherScreen builds replacement grinder screens for Maxigrind and CMI machines, made to order. We confirm fit before we cut. Call 770-433-2670 or submit a quote request to get started.

Models We Build Screens For

We have the following Maxigrind / CMI models on file: 425, 460, 460G

Don't see your model listed? That doesn't mean we can't build it. Call 770-433-2670. If we have the drawing or you can provide measurements, we can quote it.

Ordering Your Screen

Call 770-433-2670 or submit a quote request online. Have your model number and current screen dimensions ready if you can. If you are working from a worn screen, we can still pull measurements. We confirm the fit before we build.

Available Specifications

Every Maxigrind and CMI screen GrinderCrusherScreen builds is made to order. Select hole size, pattern, and steel grade from the options below. Custom configurations are available.

Hole Sizes: 1", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3", 3-1/2", 4", 4-1/2", 5", 6", custom

Hole Patterns: Round, Square, Diamond, Hex

Steel Grades: A572 (mild steel), AR400/FM400 (harder, longer life), AR450 (hardest option for most abrasive materials)

Not sure which hole size fits your application? The size guide covers common output targets by material type. Read the Grinder Screen Size Guide.

Lead Time and Ordering

Lead times vary by machine type. Your sales rep will provide a current timeline when you request a quote. Call 770-433-2670 or submit a quote request online to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you build screens for CMI/Maxigrind models other than the 425, 460, and 460G?

Yes. Those three are our confirmed on-file models, but we can build for other CMI and Maxigrind machines. Call 770-433-2670. If we have the drawing or you can provide measurements, we can quote it.

What hole size should I order for Maxigrind operations?

Hole size depends on your output product and the material you are grinding. The size guide walks through the most common applications with recommended hole sizes for each. You can also call 770-433-2670 and we will help you choose based on your operation.

What steel grade should I choose?

A572 mild steel works well for standard wood grinding applications. For harder materials, abrasive debris, or operations with high screen wear, AR400/FM400 extends screen life and lowers your cost per ton. Call 770-433-2670 to talk through which grade fits your application.

Ready to order a Maxigrind or CMI grinder screen? Call 770-433-2670 or submit a quote request below.

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Stock Number	460G
Bolt Holes	1", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3", 3-1/2", 4", 4-1/2", 5", 6", custom

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Description

Maxigrind Grinder Screens

Models We Build Screens For

Ordering Your Screen

Available Specifications

Lead Time and Ordering

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you build screens for CMI/Maxigrind models other than the 425, 460, and 460G?

What hole size should I order for Maxigrind operations?

What steel grade should I choose?

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