Screening Equipment

What Is Waste Screening Equipment?

Waste screening equipment separates solid waste by particle size to remove impurities and improve recycling efficiency in MSW, RDF/SRF, biomass and industrial waste processing lines.

The system uses screens and mechanical motion to separate fine and oversized materials continuously, helping improve downstream sorting efficiency, material purity and resource recovery.

How Does Waste Screening Equipment Work?

Waste screening equipment separates mixed waste through vibration, rotation, airflow or ballistic motion. Fine particles pass through the screen, while oversized materials move to different discharge outlets for recycling.

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Rotary Trommel Screening Rotary trommel screens use a rotating inclined drum to separate waste by particle size. Fine materials pass through the screen holes, while large materials move to the end outlet.
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Vibrating Screening Vibrating screens generate linear vibration to move and stratify materials on the screen surface. Small particles fall through the mesh, improving screening accuracy and efficiency.
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Ballistic & Disc Separation Disc screens and ballistic separators use rotating shafts and discs to separate light, heavy and flexible materials. They are widely used in MSW and RDF sorting lines.
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Air Separation Systems Air separators use airflow to separate light materials such as plastic film and paper from heavy materials like glass and metal, improving recycling purity and recovery rates.

Zhongyi has 15 years of experience in waste screening equipment and recycling plant projects, providing reliable screening solutions for MSW, C&D waste, biomass and industrial solid waste processing. With strong engineering and manufacturing capabilities, we offer customized screening systems based on different material characteristics, plant capacities and recycling requirements. Our equipment has been applied in global recycling projects with complete technical support and long-term operational stability.

Why Is Screening Important in Waste Recycling?

Screening equipment is a key part of waste recycling plants. It separates mixed waste, improves sorting efficiency, reduces landfill volume and increases the recovery value of recyclable materials. Henan Xinzhongyi Eco Equipment Co., Ltd. provides customized waste screening solutions for MSW, C&D waste and RDF recycling projects worldwide.

Improve Recycling Efficiency : Screening separates fine and oversized materials before sorting, improving material purity and sorting accuracy. Multi-stage systems can increase recycling efficiency by over 85%.
Reduce Labor Costs : Automatic screening systems reduce manual sorting work and keep material flow stable. Large screening lines can continuously process 50–500 tons of waste per hour.
Increase RDF Fuel Quality : Screening removes metal, glass and inert waste from RDF materials, improving fuel quality, calorific value and combustion stability while reducing equipment wear.
Protect Equipment & Improve Recovery : Proper screening reduces conveyor blockage and shredder damage while improving the recovery of plastics, metals and recycled aggregates in waste recycling plants.

Types of Waste Screening Equipment

Waste screening equipment includes trommel screens, disc screens, ballistic separators and vibrating screens for different waste materials and recycling processes. Different machines are designed for wet waste, bulky waste, RDF production and fine material separation.

If you are not sure which waste screening equipment is suitable for your recycling project, contact Henan Xinzhongyi Eco Equipment Co., Ltd. We can recommend the right screening solution based on your material type, processing capacity and complete recycling plant requirements.

Waste Spiral Shaft Screen

Waste Spiral Shaft Screen

The LX waste spiral shaft screen separates waste by size, density and shape through rotating spiral shafts. It features anti-clogging design, stable operation, low noise and larger throughput for wet and sticky waste screening.

It is suitable for kitchen waste, organic waste, municipal solid waste and mixed waste recycling lines. The machine is widely used in MSW pre-treatment and solid waste sorting plants.

ModelScreening StructurePower (kW)
LXS302212 Spiral Shafts2×11
LXS352214 Spiral Shafts2×15

Ballistic Separator

The TTS ballistic separator separates 2D and 3D waste through bouncing motion and rotating screening plates. It provides accurate sorting, stable operation and high screening efficiency.

It is suitable for MSW, packaging waste, decoration waste and plastic recycling lines. The machine separates paper, film, bottles and lightweight materials efficiently.

Ballistic Separator
ModelFeed Size (mm)Screen Aperture (mm)Power (kW)
TTS1745<40025–4022
TTS2145<40025–4022
TTS2160<40025–4030
TTS2460<40025–4030
TTS2860<40025–4037
TTS3070<40025–4045
Rotary Trommel Screen

Rotary Trommel Screen​

The GTS rotary trommel screen uses an inclined rotating drum to separate waste materials by particle size. Materials tumble and roll inside the drum, while fine particles pass through the screen holes. The machine features stable operation, low noise, low dust and anti-clogging performance.

It is suitable for municipal solid waste, decoration waste, landfill waste, compost and biomass processing. The trommel screen is widely used in waste sorting plants for continuous screening of mixed solid waste and inert materials.

ModelPower (kW)Processing Capacity (m³/h)
3GTS-15301120-150
3GTS-15481530-200
3GTS-18301530-250
3GTS-185018.530-250
3GTS-20301530-250
3GTS-20502230-250
3GTS-20703030-250
3GTS-22303730-300
3GTS-22503730-300
3GTS-22703730-300

Waste Sorting Disc Screen

The Waste Sorting Disc Screen uses rotating star discs to separate waste by size. Small materials fall through gaps, while larger materials move forward. It offers self-cleaning, anti-clogging and stable continuous screening performance.

It is widely used in MSW, RDF production, biomass, kitchen waste and construction waste recycling lines. It improves pre-screening efficiency and separates fine and coarse materials effectively.

Waste Sorting Disc Screen
ModelMaterialDisc Opening (mm)Disc Size (mm)Shaft QtyPower (kW)Capacity (m³/h)
ZYZ3512Polyurethane5–160150–3508–1218.580
ZYZ5012Polyurethane5–160150–35010–1422130
ZYZ7512Polyurethane5–160150–35012–1627180
MSW Roller Screen Separator

MSW Roller Screen Separator

The MSW roller screen separator uses multi-shaft disc rollers to separate waste by size. Large materials move forward, while fine materials fall through gaps. It features high capacity, stable chain drive, low energy use and modular structure for easy maintenance.

It is widely used in MSW, construction waste, decoration waste, kitchen waste and bulky waste recycling. It replaces traditional trommel screens and improves screening efficiency in large solid waste sorting and recycling plants.

ModelPower (kW)Feed Size (mm)Processing Capacity (t/h)
GZS144015+3+3+3350180–600
GZS184022+3+3+3450350–1000
GZS1440 (Soil Discharge Type)45–55350180–600
GZS142037–55330150–500

Light Fraction Separator for Waste Recycling

The FS light fraction separator uses water flotation and density differences to separate light materials from heavy aggregates. Plastic, wood, foam and paper float on the water surface, while heavy materials sink. It features high separation purity, low water loss and stable continuous operation.

It is widely used in construction waste, decoration waste and recycled aggregate processing lines. The machine removes lightweight impurities from crushed materials, improving recycled aggregate quality and supporting resource recycling applications.

Light Fraction Separator for Waste Recycling
ModelAgitation Power (kW)Processing Capacity (m³/min)
FS-2111–3
FS-4152–4
FS-8224–8
SF-10225–10
SF-16375–16
SF-20375–20
Vibrating Grizzly Screen

Vibrating Grizzly Screen

The YBF vibrating grizzly screen uses forced vibration and elastic polyurethane screen panels to separate wet and sticky materials efficiently. High-frequency stretching motion prevents screen blockage and improves screening performance for fine and difficult materials.

It is suitable for decoration waste, municipal solid waste, aged waste and other wet mixed materials. The machine is widely used in waste recycling plants for high-efficiency screening and continuous material separation.

ModelScreen Aperture (mm)Power (kW)
YBF-2P18608–2522
YBF-2P21608–2530
YBF-2P24608–2530
YBF-2P30608–2530

Flip Flow Screen

The YKF flip flow screen uses elastic polyurethane screen panels and high-frequency vibration to screen wet and sticky materials. The continuous stretching and relaxing motion prevents screen blockage and improves screening efficiency for difficult materials.

It is suitable for decoration waste, aged waste, bulky waste, coal and wet mixed materials. The machine is widely used in recycling plants for fine screening and high-efficiency separation of sticky materials.

Flip Flow Screen
ModelPower (kW)
F5YK1540-2P11
F5YK1548-2P11
F5YK1848-2P5.5
F5YK1860-2P15
F5YK2148-2P18.5
F5YK2160-2P22
F5YK2460-1P22
F5YK2460-2P30
F5YK3060-1P30
F5YK3060-2P30

Comparison of Different Waste Screening Machines

Different waste screening machines are designed for different materials, capacities and recycling goals. Choosing the right equipment can improve screening efficiency, reduce maintenance costs and increase recycling purity. The comparison below helps you quickly understand the advantages, applications and suitable working conditions of each screening machine.

EquipmentBest ForAdvantagesMaterial TypeMaintenanceBudget
Spiral Shaft Screen LX SeriesWet & sticky wasteAnti-clogging, large throughput, stable operationKitchen waste, organic waste, MSWLowMedium
Ballistic Separator TTS Series2D/3D waste separationHigh sorting purity, automatic separationPackaging waste, plastic, paper, MSWMediumHigh
Rotary Trommel Screen GTS SeriesWet mixed wasteStable operation, low blockage, continuous screeningCompost, biomass, landfill waste, MSWLowMedium
Waste Sorting Disc ScreenRDF pre-screeningHigh efficiency, self-cleaning, compact structureRDF, biomass, kitchen wasteLowMedium
MSW Roller Screen SeparatorLarge-capacity waste sortingHigh throughput, modular structure, anti-blockingMSW, C&D waste, bulky wasteMediumHigh
Light Fraction Separator FS SeriesLightweight impurity separationHigh purity, low water loss, low labor costPlastic film, paper, recycled aggregatesMediumMedium
Vibrating Grizzly Screen YBF SeriesWet sticky materialsStrong anti-blocking, high screening efficiencyDecoration waste, aged waste, wet finesMediumHigh
Flip Flow Screen YKF SeriesFine sticky material screeningElastic screen surface, anti-cloggingWet waste, slag, sticky finesMediumHigh


How to Choose the Right Waste Screening Equipment?

Choosing the right waste screening equipment depends on material type, moisture content, plant capacity and automation requirements. Proper machine selection can improve screening efficiency, reduce operating costs and increase recycling performance.

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Choose Based on Material Type

Different waste materials require different screening systems. Trommel screens suit MSW and compost, ballistic separators fit packaging waste, while grizzly and flip flow screens handle C&D and sticky waste.

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Choose Based on Moisture Content

Wet and sticky waste requires anti-clogging equipment such as spiral shaft screens or flip flow screens. Dry waste and lightweight materials are suitable for vibrating screens and air separators.

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Choose Based on Capacity & Automation

Small plants around 5–20 TPH can use semi-automatic systems, while 100 TPH recycling plants usually require fully automatic screening and sorting lines for stable continuous operation.

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Choose Based on Budget

Entry-level plants often choose trommel or vibrating screens for lower investment. Large recycling plants prefer automated screening systems with higher efficiency, lower labor cost and larger throughput.

Applications

Waste screening equipment is widely used in recycling and solid waste treatment plants. Different screening systems help separate mixed materials, improve recycling efficiency and reduce downstream processing costs.

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Municipal Solid Waste Recycling: Screening equipment separates organic waste, plastics, paper and fine materials in MSW recycling plants. It improves sorting efficiency and supports automatic waste separation systems.
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Construction & Demolition Waste: Screens are used to separate concrete, bricks, soil and lightweight impurities from construction waste. They improve recycled aggregate quality and reduce landfill disposal volume.
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RDF/SRF Fuel Production: Disc screens, ballistic separators and air separators help remove inert materials from waste before RDF production. This improves fuel purity and combustion performance.
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Biomass & Compost Processing: Trommel screens and disc screens are commonly used in biomass and compost plants for fine material separation, impurity removal and stable material classification.
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Plastic & Industrial Waste Recycling: Ballistic separators and air classifiers separate film, plastic, paper and lightweight materials in recycling plants. They improve recycling purity and reduce manual sorting work.

Complete Waste Screening Solutions with System Integration

A waste screening machine is usually used as a key unit in a complete recycling and sorting line. In a typical system, it works together with feeders, crushers, conveyors, ballistic separators, air classifiers, magnetic separators, and centralized control systems.

This is important because screening is only one step in the full process. Waste type, moisture content, plant capacity, and final product requirements all determine how the screening equipment should be selected and arranged in the line.

Most customers are not purchasing a single machine. They need a complete and stable process solution. We provide customized screening system design and full plant integration for MSW recycling, C&D waste processing, RDF production, and solid waste recovery projects.

Why Choose Us as Your Bag Opener Machine Supplier?

Xinzhongyi ECO is a professional manufacturer and supplier with over 16 years of experience in waste recycling and screening equipment. We focus on providing reliable screening machines and complete solid waste processing solutions for global projects. From single equipment supply to full plant design, we support MSW, C&D waste, RDF production and biomass recycling lines.

We combine engineering design, manufacturing and project service in one system. Customers get not only machines, but also layout planning, installation guidance and long-term technical support. With stable quality, customized solutions and fast response service, Xinzhongyi ECO helps clients build efficient and cost-effective recycling plants worldwide.

For many customers, the key point is not just buying a screening machine. It is getting the right screening solution that matches real waste conditions. We support customized screening system design, plant layout, installation, commissioning, and long-term service for MSW, C&D waste, RDF and recycling projects.

Get a Custom Waste Screening Solution

We provide customized waste screening and sorting solutions for different waste processing needs. From single screening equipment to fully integrated systems, our team can design complete production lines for MSW, C&D waste, plastic recycling, biomass, RDF, and industrial waste processing.

Tell us your material type, capacity, and project requirements, and we will recommend the right solution for your plant. Customizable options include screening equipment type, processing capacity, automation level, plant layout, mobility options, discharge size, and control systems.

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FAQs

What waste materials can screening equipment handle?

Waste screening equipment can process MSW, C&D waste, biomass, compost, RDF waste, and industrial solid waste. Different screen types are selected based on moisture, size, and material composition.

How do I choose the right screening machine for my project?

Selection depends on material type, capacity, moisture content, and required output purity. Trommel screens are used for wet waste, disc screens for RDF, and flip flow screens for sticky materials.

How to improve screening efficiency in waste recycling plants?

Efficiency can be improved by proper pre-sorting, choosing correct screen type, optimizing feeding system, and using multi-stage screening combined with air separation or ballistic separation.

Can screening equipment reduce manual labor cost?

Yes. Automated screening systems significantly reduce manual sorting needs by separating materials by size and type, improving processing speed and lowering labor dependency.

What capacity range is available for waste screening machines?

Screening capacity ranges from small units around 5–20 TPH to large industrial systems over 500–1000 TPH, depending on machine type and waste characteristics.

Can screening equipment be customized for different waste projects?

Yes. Screening systems can be fully customized, including screen size, structure, capacity, and integration with feeding, crushing, and sorting systems for complete recycling lines.