trommel screen

trommel screen

trommel screen

A trommel screen is a type of screening equipment commonly used in various industries such as mining, construction, and recycling. View more . This cylindrical drum-like device is designed to separate materials by size, allowing smaller particles to pass through while larger ones are retained.


The trommel screen works by rotating the drum at a certain speed, causing the material to tumble and break apart. As the material moves through the drum, smaller particles fall through the screen openings, while larger particles are carried to the end of the drum and discharged.


One of the key benefits of a trommel screen is its versatility. It can be used to screen a wide range of materials, including soil, compost, and aggregates. This makes it an essential tool for operations that require sorting and classifying materials of different sizes.


In addition, trommel screens are known for their efficiency and reliability. They can handle large volumes of material quickly and effectively, making them ideal for high-capacity operations. Their simple design also makes them easy to maintain and operate, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.


Overall, the trommel screen is a valuable piece of equipment that plays a crucial role in various industries. Its ability to efficiently separate materials by size makes it an essential tool for any operation that requires screening and sorting.

GrinderCrusherScreen A Leader In Used Grinders

Success with GrinderCrusherScreen: Past, Present, and Future

From its inception in 1973, the base of operations for GrinderCrusherScreen and Screen USA has been Smyrna, GA. Here, an extensive inventory of new equipment is housed and our industry-leading parts department, with knowledgeable staff and replacement parts for all types of recycling equipment.

Having a physical location allows GrinderCrusherScreen to maintain a stateside parts inventory, saving our customers time and money by eliminating the lead times associated with ordering parts from overseas, as many of our competitors without brick-and-mortar locations do.
Achieving Customer Success

Being relationship-driven, and the success of our business is closely tied to the success of our clients. Our customer success stories are from owner-operators who have owned and used their equipment for years. Unlike many companies, your customer journey with GrinderCrusherScreen does not end upon delivery and set up of your machine. We look to build long-lasting business relationships and it is no surprise that several customers repeatedly buy and sell equipment with us.

Dependable Real-World Industry Knowledge

With more than five decades of experience and relationships with our manufacturers, GrinderCrusherScreen is an industry leader in recycling equipment. Our team collaborates closely with manufacturers to help design and develop new equipment while also suggesting modifications for existing equipment. With a European base for most equipment manufacturers, our relationships and industry knowledge are paramount as the use cases and types of materials that our customers crush, shred, and screen are vastly different than the European market. Rest assured knowing that our team has the experience and industry knowledge to help you find the best machinery for your company’s needs.

Industry Experts At Your Fingertips

Company President Rick Cohen, with more than 40 years of experience in the recycling industry, is often called upon to consult with companies due to his extensive knowledge and experience of recycling equipment. In addition to Cohen, the GrinderCrusherScreen sales staff boasts a combined experience of nearly fifty years, meaning there is rarely an application or use case that they have not seen. We take great pride in our sales staff being industry experts and not salesmen new to the industry.

Unparalleled Customer Support

Equipment downtime is a matter of “when,” not “if,” in the recycling industry, and every moment counts. GrinderCrusherScreen has two engineers on staff who know the ins and outs of the equipment we sell. Our team can, usually diagnose issues quickly, not days or weeks, unlike the competition. The GrinderCrusherScreen team is there to support you throughout, thus minimizing downtime and costs.

Industry Relevance

The GrinderCrusherScreen team can be found exhibiting at many of the major tradeshows and industry events. We are proud to be a respected pillar of the industry.

Customized Financing Solutions for Recycling Enterprises

Together with our financing partner, GrinderCrusherScreen has worked to develop an industry-leading financing program designed specifically to the needs and specifications of our customers. Because of our longstanding reputation, we are able to finance new equipment over 7 years, slightly used equipment over 6 years, and older equipment over 5 years, while providing industry-leading rates. This allows our customers to benefit from lower payments while protecting their cash flow.