Gyru-Star screening buckets are a fast, efficient, and affordable option for onsite material screening. However, operators are often unsure about how they compare to screening plant, such as tracked or static screeners.
While both types of machinery have their advantages, it’s essential to understand how they compare across several key factors, including cost, maintenance requirements, type of jobsite, and application.
In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between the two, helping you make an informed choice based on your specific needs. We'll be taking a look at the six keys areas you need to consider:
Cost
One of the most significant benefits of a Gyru-Star screening bucket are their affordability. With lower purchase and operating costs compared to tracked or static screeners, Gyru-Star buckets provide a cost-effective solution for smaller-scale projects or operators working with limited budgets.
Screening plants, on the other hand, come with a much higher upfront investment, making them suitable only when dealing with larger volumes of material. Additionally, screening plants require dedicated fuel or power sources, further increasing operational costs.
In contrast, Gyru-Star screening buckets enable you to utilise carriers already onsite. This eliminates the need to hire additional machinery or operators. With 30 models available, to suit carriers from 1-30 tons, there is a Gyru-Star screening bucket available for almost any carrier you might have on site. This includes excavators, loaders and skid steers.
Maintenance and Parts
When it comes to maintenance, Gyru-Star screening buckets are nearly maintenance-free, which is a major advantage for reducing downtime on jobsites. The self-tensioning carbon belt drive and poly-star rotors require almost no servicing, allowing operators to keep working without constant maintenance interruptions. Furthermore, as key components are manufactured in-house, replacement parts are always readily available.
In contrast, screening plants often require daily maintenance, which includes lubrication, filter cleaning, and other routine servicing tasks that lead to regular downtime. The need for continuous maintenance increases operating costs and delays, making screening plants less attractive for operators who want to minimise disruption.
The Jobsite
One of the major benefits of Gyru-Star screening buckets is their mobility. These buckets can go anywhere the carrier can, making them ideal for jobsites with limited access, such as confined spaces or remote areas. Whether it’s a garden or a confined urban construction site, the screening bucket can process material right where it’s needed, for efficient and convenient operations.
Screening plants, however, require a dedicated and often larger space to operate. This makes them more suitable for large sites, where space is not an issue. For smaller or more challenging environments, a screening bucket offers greater versatility and ease of movement.
The Material
Gyru-Star screening buckets are renowned for their ability to efficiently screen wet materials, something which other types of screening equipment typically struggle with. In fact, for many contractors who normally operate screening plants, Gyru-Star screening buckets have become the preferred choice in wet conditions.
Additionally, Gyru-Star screening buckets utilise flexible poly-stars, allowing them to screen without crushing or shredding. This enables them to produce a higher-quality product and makes Gyru-Star buckets ideal for screening delicate materials.
Transport
For ease of transport, Gyru-Star screening buckets are a clear winner. They can be transported with the carrier, and smaller models can even fit in a van or the bed of a pickup. This allows operators to bring the bucket to the jobsite without requiring additional vehicles or trailers.
In contrast, tracked and static screeners typically require dedicated transport solutions due to their size and weight. This adds to the logistical complexity and costs of using a screening plant, especially when moving between jobsites.
The Application
Gyru-Star screening buckets offer incredible versatility, with a wide variety of applications. In addition to screening, they are commonly used to mix, blend, and spread materials, allowing you to make the most of the attachment even when there is nothing to screen.
Furthermore, they enable you to combine multiple processes into a single operation, such as screening, backfilling, loading, or spreading. This helps to streamline your operations and improve efficiency.
That being said, some tracked and static screeners have the advantage of being able to produce multiple sizes of material at once. If the material needs to be separated in this way, then this capability can save a lot of time.
Key Takeaways
Gyru-Star screening buckets provide a cost-effective and versatile solution for onsite material screening, particularly for smaller or hard-to-access jobsites. With lower purchase and operating costs compared to screening plants, they allow operators to use the machinery already on site, eliminating the need for additional equipment. Gyru-Star buckets are also easy to transport and are nearly maintenance-free, ensuring minimal downtime and reduced operational costs.
In contrast, screening plants require more space, dedicated power sources, and regular maintenance, making them more suitable for larger-scale operations. While they can process higher volumes of material and separate it into multiple sizes, Gyru-Star screening buckets offer greater flexibility, especially in wet conditions, and can be used for additional tasks like mixing, blending, and spreading, providing a multi-functional tool for various applications.
Where Can I Buy a Gyru-Star Screening Bucket?
Gyru-Star screening buckets are available from our global network of authorised dealers. Use our ‘Find a Dealer’ tool to locate your nearest Gyru-Star dealer.
For new dealer enquiries, please contact sales@gyru-star.com.
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Choosing the right screening solution for your jobsite doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether you need the versatility and mobility of a Gyru-Star screening bucket or the bulk processing power of a screening plant, understanding your options will help you make the best decision for your business.
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