Shaker Screens & Parts for Major Shaker Models

Shaker screens are essential for removing solids from drilling or slurry fluids at the first stage of separation. Whether you’re drilling water wells, installing pipelines, or recycling fluids in HDD or environmental cleanup, the screen controls what solids are removed and what fluid is reused. Using the right screen keeps your system efficient, protects pumps and downstream equipment, and reduces disposal costs and fluid loss.

• Screen Condition: Replace the screen when there’s visible damage, such as tears, holes, or sagging, or if the mesh is distorted or clogged.
• Operating Conditions: Screens separating abrasive or corrosive materials, or operating under heavy loads, will wear out faster and require more frequent replacement.
• Mesh Size: Screens with finer meshes (higher API numbers) tend to wear more quickly due to the smaller openings being more prone to damage and plugging.

While replacing screens is inevitable due to wear and tear, adopting a proactive screen management strategy with regular inspections, proper maintenance, and timely replacement helps minimize downtime and optimize operational costs.

• Regular Inspections: Inspect the screen regularly for signs of damage or wear.
• Cleaning: Clean the screens after each use to remove built-up solids and debris, preventing blockages and maintaining performance.
• Proper Storage: Store clean screens in a dry, clean place to prevent degradation and extend their lifespan.
• Appropriate Screen Selection: Choose screens with a mesh size suitable for the material being separated and the operating conditions.
• Maintaining Shaker Components: Ensure that other shaker components, such as rubber seals and tensioning systems, are in good working condition.

• Blinding occurs when fine or sticky particles adhere to the screen surface—often due to moisture or cohesive material.

• Plugging happens when particles (typically near the same size as the mesh opening) become physically lodged in the screen holes.

Common causes include:

• Particle size and shape: Irregular or elongated particles may wedge into or wrap around screen openings.

• Material properties: sticky materials (like clay) tend to cling to screens.

• Screen and machine conditions:

  • Incorrect mesh size for the application.

  • Insufficient vibration or stroke to clear stuck particles.

  • Uneven feed distribution across the screen surface.

  • Worn or damaged screen mesh with distorted openings.