Following is a list of frequently asked questions.  Feel free to breeze through them to find out just how the U-Screen AX-500 can help you spend less money, waste less time, keep your tipping costs down, generate a great return on investment and put a smile on your face every time you fire the machine up!

What are the U-Screen's design features?

The U-Screen AX-500 is a 6' by 5' double deck, reversible direction, directly hydraulically driven portable screening plant.  It's powered by a 25HP 3 cylinder Kubota Diesel Engine, and boasts industry leading components.  It's engineering features a versatile design, durable high-impact construction, smooth stability and quiet operation.

Who uses the U-Screen?

Rental Shops
Demolition Contractors
Ready-Mix Plants
Excavating Contractors
Landscaping Contractors
Landscaping Supply Yards
Hardscape Contractors
Erosion Control Contractors
Recycling Centers
Municipalities / Streets and Sanitation
Snow and Ice Contractors
Parking Lot Maint. Contractors
Developers / Home Builders
Golf Courses
U.S. Military

What are the U-Screen benefits?

Cash Revenue
Lowers Tipping Fees
Double Tax Breaks*
A Cleaner Yard / Shop
A More Professional Image
Better Company Morale
Less Truck Maintenance
Less Fuel Costs
Competitive Job Bidding Advantages
Jobsite To Jobsite Portability
Lowers Logistics Stress / Needs
Increased Production
More Efficiency
Material Cost Recovery
More Profit
Why Not U?

Is the U-Screen hard to use?

No.  Within two mintues of arrival on the jobsite, you can be set-up and running.  Just drop the hitch on the ground, crank it down, raise the travel axle, and start the engine.  The U-Screen AX-500 has two reversible control levers, (screenbox & travel axle) a throttle dial and a keyed ignition switch, that's it!  All you need to turn your overhead into profit is our U-Screen, your material, one loader and one operator.  It sounds simple.  It is.

What can I screen with the U-Screen?

Topsoil
Sand & Gravel
Stone
Asphalt Millings
Street Sweepings
Mulch
Compost
Crushed Glass
C&D Debris
Concrete Breakout
Highway Salt
We even have units being used by the U.S. Army to clean up firing ranges!!!

What size products can I produce?

The U-Screen was designed to process materials from 1/8" to 4".

How much material can I screen per day?

It ranges from 200 to 400 Cu Yds depending on material type, moisture content and loader operator skill level.

What types of screens are available?

Standard Square Mesh (Standard Applications)
Slotted Mesh (Higher Throughput)
Finger (Heavily Trash Laden Material)
Grizzly Bar (Heavy Duty Applications)

Are screens difficult to change?

No.  The U-Screen has been engineered for durability and ease of use since the beginning of development.  Each screen requires only basic hand tools and about 15 minutes to change.

Less down time means more profit.

How much maintenance is required on the U-Screen AX-500?

With the simple, directly driven powertrain, U-Screen daily maintenance is minimal with only two grease fittings on the entire machine.

Regular maintenance and fluid checking is easily accessible through opening the three panels on the engine compartment.

What equipment is the AX-500 compatible with?

The U-Screen was engineered from the beginning to be compatible with everything from skidsteers to combinations, trackhoes and up to two yard end-loaders.

What are the U-Screen AX-500 dimensions?

Length- 20'
Width- 5'6"
Loading Height- 8'2"
Loading Hopper Width- 9'6"
Finished Product Box Opening Width- 9'6" (Bucket clearance between box sides)
Finished Product Box Opening Height- 4' (Bucket clearance below gusset weld)
Weight- 6100 Lbs 

What is the U-Screen warranty?

The U-Screen comes with a Two-Year / Unlimited Hours Parts & Labor Warranty.  Overnight Courier 24/7 Parts Support Is Included.

Aside from a one-ton truck, does the U-Screen require any additional equipment to be transported?

No.  The U-Screen AX-500 comes from the factory road ready.  A pintle-hitch, electric brakes, lights, signals and safety chains with breakaway switch come standard.