To eliminate the need to purchase multiple pieces of heavy equipment, consider purchasing a combination unit. These have the ability to screen gravel and other fine particulates such as compost, sand and topsoil; using woven wire and piano screens. A multi-screen, combination unit not only saves on the initial costs of purchasing other equipment, but also on the required manpower, maintenance and storage requirements involved with owning multiple screening pieces. Most importantly, production goals can be accomplished faster using a single particulate screening machine. Instead of waiting for other pieces of equipment to arrive, having a portable A gravel screener can allow the machine to be moved within the jobsite.

In order for maximum efficiency to be obtained, there are supplemental pieces of equipment designed to work with a stand alone gravel screener. One of the best add on systems to the screening process was designed to increase output and reduce needed manpower. If needing to load dirt with an excavator and remove product with a dump truck, your business may be a strong candidate for a conveyor system. Having a conveyor system in place means the gravel screener always stays filled simultaneously while the dump truck or other removal vehicle is being loaded. This allows safer operations, as the loading operator only has to concentrate on keeping the loading screen filled.

Keeping the jobsite safe involves both proper care and usage of the equipment as well as utilizing employee safety standards. One of the most frequent areas of gravel screening needing attention is screen maintenance. This can be greatly reduced by purchasing a unit with wide spacing between the top and bottom levels; designed to prevent clogging. When it comes time to move a gravel screener from a completed jobsite, employees can engage in safer loading techniques by using a gravel screener with a hydraulic jack; engineered to safely lift and lower the tow unit. Gravel screener transportation can also be made safer by purchasing a smaller unit, as there are many small gravel screeners with standard function capabilities. When needing transport, gravel screeners that are more compact are easier to haul.

Much like topsoil screening machines, compact gravel screeners are becoming more popular thanks to environmentally friendly engineering techniques. Purchasing a unit containing an EZ Kinetic Green Drive System allows workers to receive the same output as standard sized gravel screeners while operating on less horsepower. Kinetic Drive Systems are also designed to be cost effective for businesses as they are less expensive than comparable systems to operate.

If unsure whether a gravel screener would be right for your business, examine your company’s daily operations. Most demolition, excavation, land clearing and landscaping businesses can benefit from owning a gravel screener. While many businesses do choose to rent gravel screeners on a part time basis, owning one outright allows for immediate usage and eliminates any wasted manpower hours spent waiting for equipment delivery. This alone can help offset the costs involved with purchasing a gravel screener and any related equipment. Due to their lower operating costs and higher outputs, today’s gravel screeners are an investment every relevant business should own. Be sure to shop for one with features designed to help your company operate efficiently, safely and within operating budget.