About Loflin Fabrication | American-Made Attachments Since 1993

Since 1993, Loflin Fabrication has built skid steer, tractor, compact loader, and excavator attachments in Denton, North Carolina. What started in a 3,000-square-foot shop has grown into a trusted American manufacturer known for field-tested designs, precision fabrication, dependable weld quality, and attachments built for operators who expect their equipment to work as hard as they do.

Loflin Fabrication designs and manufactures American-made skid steer attachments, tractor attachments, compact loader attachments, and excavator attachments that stand up to real work. Specializing in land clearing, site preparation, demolition, utility work, agriculture, material handling, recycling, snow work, grading, and rental fleets. Since 1993, every attachment with our name on it has been cut from American steel, formed on CNC equipment, welded by a combination of robotic cells and expert craftsmen, and checked by a quality process that sends only job-ready tools out the door. Built right for operators, dealers, OEM partners, and crews who depend on equipment that fits, functions, and lasts.

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Origin Story: From a 3,000-ft² Backyard Shop to a Manufacturing Hub

In the early 1990s, Greg Loflin and Terry Ferrell were spending their days on the factory floor and their nights in the seat of skid steers. They kept seeing the same failure points—cracked gussets, stretched hinge bosses, bent tine tips, hoses routed where brush would tear them out. Instead of accepting it, they began building the attachments they wished they could buy.

The business began in 1993 in a 3,000-ft² shop behind Greg’s home, framed with repurposed steel racks. The first months were a loop of field testing and refinement: repairs for farmers, custom trailers for loggers, buckets and grapples tested by friends who would not baby the equipment. Word traveled quickly about straight welds, fast turnarounds, and a habit of reinforcing the spots that always broke. That reputation scaled into the facility we operate today, more than 140,000 square feet in Denton, North Carolina, without changing the standard that got us here: build tools we would run ourselves.

Founders

Greg Loflin

Greg isn’t only a pioneer in the attachments industry, he’s at his core a hands-on fabricator and operator who builds from the jobsite backward. He spent years in the seat of a skid steer watching where tools flex, bite, and fail, then turned those observations into geometry that works in real soil, rock, and timber. The first designs that carried his signature were built to solve specific field problems, not to look clever on paper. That approach shaped products that crews adopted because they saved time and held up under abuse.

Two examples show the pattern. The Original Stump Bucket uses a deep V profile that centers the load, a reinforced shank for prying strength, and serrated edges that shear roots so the machine does not just drag soil. The Root Grapple pairs an open-bottom rake that sheds dirt with upper clamping geometry that holds uneven brush and debris securely. Tine spacing, tooth profile, cylinder stroke, and hinge placement were tuned through field tests until the tools behaved the same way for different operators on different jobs.

Greg builds from the field up. He rides with operators, studies where tools fail, and turns that into precise fixes: thicker shanks, stress-path gussets, sharper tooth profiles, correct cylinder sizing, and hose routing that avoids pinch points. Prototypes cycle back into real work until the behavior is repeatable, and every change is documented so production copies the win. He scaled Loflin from small batch to disciplined manufacturing with fixtures, weld sequences, and inspection points, pairing lasers and CNC with expert welders for the same fit and performance year after year. He mentors welders and assemblers daily and treats dealer and operator notes as R and D. That is why people in this industry call him a visionary and why his designs keep setting the pace.

The impact shows up beyond our walls. Many fabricators who learned under this standard now work in the broader Denton ecosystem, and the town’s reputation for attachments comes from that shared expectation of doing the job right. Inside Loflin, Greg continues to guide the LOFLIN Signature Line toward designs that are easier to service, safer to run, and better matched to modern machines, including options for high-flow hydraulics where the work demands it.

Greg’s goal has not changed since the first prototypes. Build tools that let one operator do more work with less risk and less rework. Test them until the behavior is predictable. Put that design into a process that keeps every unit honest. When the work calls for a different answer, listen to the operator and improve the steel. That is the standard behind the stump bucket, the root grapple, and the catalog that keeps growing around them.

Terry Ferrell

Terry is the production architect who turned shop ingenuity into dependable output at scale. He took the early prototypes that operators loved and built the systems that let us repeat that quality every time. He standardized jigs and fixtures, set tolerances that hold in real use, and wrote clear work instructions so every team member understands what proper fit, penetration, and alignment look like before a part moves forward.

As Loflin grew from a 3,000 square foot shop to a 140,000 square foot plant, Terry mapped the floor for flow and consistency. He introduced laser cutting and CNC forming where precision matters most and placed robotic weld cells where repeatability adds value. He balanced lines, created kitting so parts arrive at the station complete, and built simple error checks that catch mistakes before they become rework. The result is faster builds without trading away durability.

Terry also raised the bar on quality and safety. First article approvals set the benchmark for each run. In-process checkpoints verify mount geometry, bore alignment, and weld integrity. Final inspection covers torque marks, hydraulic leak checks, and a quick attach fit on a fixture before paint and packaging. Dealers and OEM partners benefit from clean labeling, clear manuals, and shipments that are ready for the showroom or the yard.

Most days you will find Terry coaching on the floor. New welders learn how to read a joint, stage heat, and keep a frame true. Assemblers learn why shimming and sequence matter for long service life. That mentoring spreads through Denton and helps explain why the town is known for attachments that fit, function, and last. Inside Loflin his focus is unchanged. Build a process that protects the promise so a unit made today matches the one a customer bought years ago.

Our Breakthroughs

The Original Stump Bucket

The stump bucket was designed to turn an all-day, multi-machine fight into a single-operator job. The deep-V profile centers the load. A reinforced shank withstands prying forces. The leading edges are serrated to bite roots and define a clean cut. With accurate geometry and a long lever arm, you can cut around the root ball, get under it, and lift the stump free without trenching half the site. See the product: Stump Bucket.

The Root Grapple

The root grapple combines an open-bottom rake that lets dirt fall through with upper clamping jaws that secure the load. Proper tine spacing improves sorting and reduces weight without sacrificing strength. Independent clamps and reinforced hinge points keep brush and roots pinned while you move, stack, and load more efficiently. Explore the range: Root Grapples.

How We Build So It Lasts in the Field

  • Materials. We use spec-correct plate and structural shapes, chosen for abrasion resistance, ductility, and weldability. Critical areas—shanks, cutting edges, hinge knuckles, and cylinder mounts—are reinforced along the true stress path rather than with decorative mass that adds weight but not durability.
  • Cut and form. Laser cutting ensures accurate edges and repeatable parts; CNC forming controls bend radii and angles. Purpose-built jigs hold tolerances so quick-attach plates, mounting ears, and wear components align every time. Consistency at this stage prevents fit issues down the line and shortens assembly cycles.
  • Welding. Robotic cells are used where motion is repetitive and penetration must be perfectly consistent; experienced welders handle complex assemblies and final tie-ins where heat input and sequencing matter most. Weld procedure specifications are designed to balance strength and distortion control so parts stay true after cooling.
  • Hydraulics. We spec components for the flow and pressure the attachment needs to work efficiently and reliably. Hoses and guards are routed away from pinch points and debris paths. Many models are offered for standard-flow, with selected options engineered for high-flow machines when the application demands it.
  • Finish. Surface prep is thorough, and coatings are selected to resist abrasion and the mud-to-sun cycles that attachments live through. For private-label and OEM customers we also provide branded decals, labels, literature, and packaging per program requirements.
  • Quality control. Inspections happen in process and at the end: fit, function, and finish are verified. Mounting geometry is checked against fixtures, cylinders are operated under load, and all fasteners and hydraulic connections are verified before a unit leaves Denton.

Product Families and Compatibility

Loflin Fabrication / LOFLIN builds American-made skid steer, tractor, compact loader, and excavator attachments for land clearing, site preparation, agriculture, material handling, grading, snow work, demolition, and rental fleets. The product index below includes the current live product catalog structure and preserves the recovered legacy XHD Rock Bucket Grapple link where it is still live. Browse the full catalog here: Loflin product catalog.

For the best fit, always confirm mount type, machine lift capacity, tipping load, hydraulic flow, width, and duty class on the product page or through the Loflin contact page. Most full-size models use the common skid steer quick attach, while mini and compact options may require machine-specific mounts.

Complete Loflin Product Index

This internal link index is intentionally organized by machine class and job type so customers can move from the About page to the right attachment faster. It includes 98 product links covering buckets, grapples, brush cutters, forks, spears, grading tools, specialty attachments, booms, adapters, and parts.

Buckets

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Grapples

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Brush Cutters

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Forks & Spears

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Land Leveling

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Specialty

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Booms

Full Size

Mini/Compact

Adapters & Parts

Mounts and Parts

Denton, North Carolina

Denton is known for attachments because the people here take the work personally. Welders, machinists, assemblers, and operators care about how a tool performs in real dirt and timber. Many learned their craft inside our walls and carried that mindset across town as the local industry grew. Fixtures and jigs are common, steps are documented, and a finished piece is judged by whether it fits, runs, and holds up on the machine. That standard is not a slogan. It is how this town builds.

The location helps our customers as well. Central North Carolina gives reliable access to steel, coatings, machining, and freight options, which shortens lead times and keeps replacement parts moving. The region supports training for skilled trades, so the next generation of welders and fabricators enters the floor with fundamentals already in place. When we add new equipment or update a process, we can hire and train to that change without losing momentum.

Denton also gives us a proving ground. Crews in the area clear hardwood, reclaim fencerows, grade lots, and load scrap. We can place prototypes in real work quickly, gather notes from operators who are direct and practical, and bring parts back for adjustment. That feedback loop is one reason our tools feel predictable in the seat. Geometry, reinforcement, and hydraulic choices are set by how the attachment behaves on the machine, not by a drawing alone.

The result for dealers and OEM partners is simple. You get a consistent product built by teams who treat quality as their name. You get access to a supply base close to the factory. You get a manufacturer that can scale runs without trading away durability. If you want to start a program or explore distribution, use the contact page or the Become a Dealer form and we will route you to the right person.

Private Label and OEM Manufacturing

Loflin manufactures attachments under confidential private label and OEM agreements for brands that require dependable output and repeatable quality. We build to specification, at scale, and on schedule. We do not publish partner names. We honor those relationships. If you need a line that carries your badge and performs like ours, begin through the contact page and include your machine requirements, expected volumes, and any brand or packaging standards.

Onboarding follows a clear pattern. We begin with a discovery call to define use cases, mount types, hydraulic flow, width and weight targets, and any certification or documentation needs. We review your drawings or measure a sample unit and provide design for manufacturability notes where they reduce cost or add service life without changing intent. You receive a quote, a build schedule, and an outline of quality checkpoints. A pilot run produces first-article units that are inspected against fit and function. Once approved, we schedule production runs that match your stocking plan and seasonality.

Quality and presentation are part of the program. We maintain material traceability where required. We verify mount geometry, bore alignment, hinge movement, and cylinder function during assembly. Final checks cover torque marks, leak checks, and a quick-attach fit on a fixture. Packaging, decals, literature, and labels follow your instructions so a pallet arrives ready for your showroom or yard. For parts and service, we can supply data sheets and maintenance guidance that match your brand voice.

Communication is steady and direct. You will know what is in process, what has shipped, and what is scheduled next. If a design change is needed, we document it and update the build instructions so the revision repeats. If your market requires high-flow options or a specific mount, we will advise on feasibility and timing. To start a conversation, reach out through the contact page.

The LOFLIN Signature Line

The LOFLIN Signature Line is our flagship range. It highlights the designs that define how we build. Clean geometry. Reinforcement where the loads travel. Hydraulic choices that match real work. Service access that respects the person who maintains the tool. The line began with the attachments many operators already know us for and continues to grow as we add purpose-built tools for land clearing, grading, and material handling.

Each model is selected against a simple list of requirements. It must save the operator time, control the load safely, and fit common machines without compromise. It must be consistent to assemble so every unit behaves the same in the field. It must be easy to service so downtime stays low. When we decide a tool belongs in the Signature Line, we lock in fixtures and weld sequences, verify fit on our quick-attach fixtures, and establish checkpoints that keep the result honest from run to run.

The current lineup centers on the tools that built our name. The Original Stump Bucket. The Root Grapple family. A selection of loader buckets tuned for carry and clean empty. The pallet fork frame that balances visibility and durability. The open-front brush cutter that handles heavy vegetation without choking. As new models clear testing, they join the line with the same documentation and parts support as the originals.

A dedicated site for the LOFLIN Signature Line is in development. Until it launches, you can browse available models here on loflinfabrication.com. If you are a dealer who wants to carry these products, use the Become a Dealer form. If you are an OEM or private-label partner who wants a variant based on a Signature model, start through the contact page and mention the model and changes you need.

Milestones

  • 1993. Loflin Fabrication is founded in Denton, North Carolina. The backyard era begins in a 3,000 square foot shop with prototypes tested by working operators.
  • Mid 1990s. Breakthrough designs — the Original Stump Bucket and the Root Grapple — are developed from jobsite feedback and adopted by operators beyond the local market.
  • Late 1990s. Dealer network grows across the Southeast as production volume increases. First confidential private label and OEM programs begin.
  • 2000s. Move from the backyard shop to dedicated manufacturing with successive facility expansions to meet demand.
  • 2010s. Modernization of the floor with laser cutting, CNC forming, standardized fixtures, robotic welding, and formalized quality checkpoints.
  • 2020s. Operations scale to approximately 140,000 square feet in Denton, serving a nationwide dealer base while continuing confidential OEM and private label production.
  • 2025. Launch of the LOFLIN Signature Line as the flagship range that concentrates Loflin engineering standards under a dedicated brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Loflin attachments built?

All Loflin attachments are manufactured in Denton, North Carolina. We use American steel, precision cutting and forming, and a combination of robotic and hand welding along with documented inspections.

Do you offer OEM or private-label manufacturing?

Yes. We manufacture confidentially to your specifications, provide branded packaging and literature when required, and plan runs to meet your schedule. Start with the contact page and mention OEM or private-label manufacturing.

Are your attachments compatible with my skid steer?

Most models use SSQA, the common skid steer quick-attach standard. Always verify mount type, machine lift capacity, and hydraulic flow on the product page or by contacting us.

Do you build high-flow versions?

Selected models are engineered for high-flow hydraulics when the application demands more speed or torque. Check the specifications on the relevant product page or ask our team through the contact page.

How do I become a dealer?

We welcome dealer inquiries. Begin the process on the Become a Dealer page or call (866) 859-4333.

How can I speak with someone for a spec check or order?

Use the contact page for sales, technical questions, and order status. For faster routing, include your machine model and the attachment you’re considering.

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    Odds Are You’ve Already Owned One | Work with the People Who Built It

    Loflin Fabrication is the manufacturer, not a middleman. Every attachment is cut, welded, and assembled on our own floor, and not only the ones wearing our name. Alongside the LOFLIN Signature line, we private-label for several of the industry’s leading attachment brands, which means a Loflin build is already out working under badges you’d recognize.

    That’s a harder thing to earn than a catalog listing. A brand that puts its name on someone else’s steel is betting its warranty on that shop’s welds, tolerances, and delivery dates. Companies audit a factory before they’ll do it. Ours has passed that test more than once, and the Signature line comes off the same equipment, held to the same prints, by the same welders.

    Most attachment brands buy what they sell. They pick a catalog, put their name on it, and wait for a container. Loflin builds it. Ours, and some of the industry’s leading names, on the same floor, to the same prints, by the same welders. When a brand hands you its warranty on our steel, that tells you something a spec sheet can’t. We hold the drawings and run the tooling, so nobody between us and the plate gets to thin something out to hit a number. There is no brand between you and the steel.

    You buy Loflin through an authorized dealer, and that’s the point. Your dealer stocks what your region actually runs, services what they sell, and knows whether you’re working red clay, sand, or rock. Behind that dealer is the factory that drew the part, cut the steel, and still has your build on file years after the sale.

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      Why Loflin Wins in the Dirt

      Unlike many attachment companies, Loflin Fabrication proudly builds everything in Denton, North Carolina. Which means American Made Attachments from start to finish. Short lines between design, cutting, welding, and QC mean tighter tolerances and tools that actually match their specs. Cylinders are sized for the load, hinge ears are reinforced, AR wear edges stand up to abrasion, and cutter decks stay true season after season.

      Operators notice the difference in:

      1. Pin bosses that don’t wallow out
      2. Buckets that are true-to-width
      3. Cutter decks that resist warping
      4. Guarding that protects what matters most

      Fitment & Hydraulics Made Simple

      Every attachment is designed to fit the universal skid steer quick attach (SSQA). Mini skid owners can order couplers for Toro/Dingo, Bobcat MT, Vermeer, and more. Hydraulic-driven tools come with GPM ranges and case-drain requirements clearly listed.

      • High-flow (30–40 GPM CTLs): Run severe-duty cutters and heavy-duty grapples.
      • Standard-flow (15–25 GPM skid steers): Choose balanced drive options engineered to prevent cavitation and bogging.

      No guesswork, no wasted time—just a straight fit and dependable performance.

      Built for These Applications

      1. Land Clearing & Right-of-Way → Root grapples, stump buckets, tree pullers
      2. Brush & Pasture Control → Severe-duty rotary cutters, angle brooms, brush cutters
      3. Site Prep & Finish Work → Land planes, box blades, soil conditioners
      4. Material Handling → Pallet forks, log grapples, rock buckets
      5. Mini & Compact Machines → True cylinders and scaled frames—not toy hydraulics

      Whether you’re running a skid steer, tractor, or excavator, there’s a purpose-built Loflin attachment for your machine and job.

      Ordering, Lead Times & Support

      Give us your machine model, coupler type, and GPM. We’ll confirm fitment, provide lead time, and quote freight options up front. Every attachment is backed by phone-first support with clear diagrams, and consumables like blades, teeth, and motors are always in stock.

      Dealers welcome → Ask about Loflin Signature programs for distribution opportunities.

      Loflin Fabrication – Attachment FAQ

      Do Loflin Fabrication attachments fit my skid steer, CTL, tractor, or mini loader?
      Yes—our attachments use the universal skid steer quick attach (SSQA). We also manufacture adapters for compact tractors and mini skid loaders, including Toro/Dingo, Vermeer, Ditch Witch, and Bobcat MT. This ensures every machine—from compact utility loaders to full-size CTLs—can run Loflin tools without complicated retrofits.
      Are Loflin attachments made in the USA?
      Yes, every attachment is proudly built in Denton, North Carolina. We design, cut, weld, and assemble in our 30,000 sq. ft. facility using American steel. Unlike imported brands, we maintain strict QC in-house, resulting in stronger welds, tighter tolerances, and attachments built to outlast the job.
      What types of attachments does Loflin manufacture?
      We manufacture a wide range of skid steer, tractor, compact loader, and excavator attachments, including:
      • Skid Steer Attachments → Grapples, brush cutters, pallet forks, angle brooms
      • Tractor Attachments → Box blades, land planes, tillers, soil conditioners
      • Excavator Attachments → Buckets, rippers, stump tools
      • Compact Loader Attachments → Mini grapples, trenchers, scaled-down cutters
      This product breadth ensures that no matter the machine or job, you’ll find a purpose-built tool.
      What’s the difference between standard-duty and severe-duty attachments?
      Standard-duty attachments are designed for lighter tasks, while severe-duty models handle extreme workloads.
      • Standard-duty → Grass, weeds, mulch, soil, and brush up to ~2 inches
      • Severe-duty → 2–6" saplings, dense brush, demolition, and heavy material handling
      Choosing the right build protects both your machine and your investment.
      How do I choose the right brush cutter for my machine?
      Match the cutter width to your machine’s stance and the motor to your hydraulic flow.
      • Standard-flow (15–25 GPM): Balanced drive motors prevent cavitation and bogging.
      • High-flow (30–40 GPM CTLs): Severe-duty cutters maximize torque for dense clearing.
      Selecting correctly ensures smooth operation, safe performance, and long tool life.
      What’s the difference between a log grapple, root grapple, and grapple bucket?
      Each grapple serves a different purpose:
      • Log Grapple: Curved arms clamp round timber.
      • Root Grapple: Open tines sift dirt, grip stumps, or handle debris.
      • Grapple Bucket: Solid bottom contains loose material like mulch, scrap, or trash.
      Understanding these differences helps operators pick the right tool for land clearing, demolition, or material handling.
      Do you make attachments for compact tractors and excavators?
      Yes—Loflin builds purpose-designed tractor and excavator attachments.
      • Tractors: Box blades, soil conditioners, tillers, land planes.
      • Excavators: Digging buckets, frost rippers, stump tools, grading buckets.
      This versatility makes Loflin a one-stop shop across multiple machine types.
      What are the most popular skid steer attachments?
      Grapples, brush cutters, and pallet forks are our top sellers. Contractors rely on grapples for land clearing, brush cutters for pasture control, and pallet forks for material handling. These attachments deliver maximum versatility for farms, landscaping crews, and construction companies.
      How much do skid steer and tractor attachments cost?
      Pricing depends on the attachment type, size, and duty rating. For example:
      • Pallet forks are an entry-level cost item.
      • Grapples and land planes fall in the mid-range.
      • Severe-duty cutters or specialty attachments are premium investments.
      For accurate pricing, contact our team with your machine model and application.
      How long do Loflin attachments last?
      With proper maintenance, our attachments can outlast imported competitors by years. Reinforced hinge ears, AR wear edges, thicker decks, and stronger welds mean tools don’t warp or fail after one season. Many contractors run Loflin attachments for decades.
      How do Loflin attachments compare to imported brands?
      Imported attachments may be cheaper, but they sacrifice durability and support.
      • Imports: Lighter steel, poor welds, limited fitment accuracy, no real parts support.
      • Loflin: American steel, tighter geometry, direct parts service, and attachments that actually last.
      When uptime matters, Loflin’s quality delivers better ROI.
      What maintenance do Loflin attachments require?
      Basic maintenance ensures long lifespan:
      • Grease pivot points regularly.
      • Inspect hydraulic hoses for leaks or wear.
      • Check bolts and fasteners for tightness.
      • Replace wear parts (blades, teeth, motors) as needed.
      Following these steps keeps your equipment running reliably season after season.
      What specs should I know before ordering?
      Provide the following information for a perfect match:
      • Machine make/model
      • Rated operating capacity
      • Hydraulic flow (standard/high-flow + case drain availability)
      • Coupler type (SSQA, mini, or tractor-specific)
      • Desired attachment width
      This ensures maximum compatibility and performance.
      What are lead times and shipping options?
      Most popular models ship quickly from our North Carolina facility. Severe-duty and specialty builds may have longer seasonal lead times. Freight is quoted at order with options for residential delivery and lift-gate service.
      Can I buy Loflin attachments through a dealer or finance them?
      Yes—we support both direct sales and authorized dealer programs. Financing may be available through partners, and Loflin Signature programs provide opportunities for equipment dealers and distributors nationwide.