Product Descriptions
Vibrowest Fields of Application | Industrial Screeners, Vibrating Separators and Sectoral Uses
Vibrowest is an Italian engineering and manufacturing brand specialized in industrial screening, separation and vibrating processing technologies. Its product portfolio ranges from controlled circular vibrating screeners and classification sieves to centrifugal separators and ultrasonic screening systems. These solutions are designed to increase process efficiency, improve product quality and ensure stable process control across a wide variety of industrial sectors.
Vibrowest systems are applied in many different fields depending on material characteristics, process targets and regulatory requirements. Below is a detailed overview of the main industries and the technical screening requirements addressed by Vibrowest equipment.
Food and Beverage Industry
Vibrating screening and separation systems play a critical role in food production processes, including:
• particle size control
• removal of foreign materials such as peels, seeds or fibers
• reduction of dust and product giveaway
• final product classification
For example, circular vibrating screeners used in juice processing lines are capable of separating micro-sized particles down to 25 microns, helping to increase production capacity while maintaining consistent product quality.
These systems are typically manufactured in AISI 304L or 316L stainless steel to meet hygiene standards. Smooth surfaces, tool-free disassembly and CIP-compatible designs allow fast and efficient cleaning operations.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Pharmaceutical screening requires extremely high precision and repeatability. Vibrowest screening machines are used for applications such as API separation, excipient classification and dust-controlled powder handling, offering:
• high-resolution mesh structures
• FDA- and GMP-compliant material options
• easy-to-clean surfaces with minimized contamination risk
Using ultrasonic screening technology, pharmaceutical powders and additives can be efficiently classified even below 25 µm, ensuring uniformity and reliable downstream processing.
Metal Powders and Metallic Products
For micron-sized metal powders and metallic components, Vibrowest screeners are widely used in separation and classification processes. In these applications, mesh design, vibration frequency and separation geometry directly affect process efficiency.
Typical features for metal powder applications include:
• low maintenance requirements
• high mechanical strength and dust-tight construction
• precise calibration for narrow particle size tolerances
These characteristics make Vibrowest systems suitable for demanding environments such as additive manufacturing and powder metallurgy.
Chemical Industry
In chemical processing, vibrating screens are used for powder separation, granule classification and removal of oversized or undersized particles. The industry often deals with:
• abrasive chemicals
• very fine powders
• reactive materials
To address these challenges, Vibrowest screening systems are produced with corrosion-resistant materials such as AISI 304, 316 or 316Ti stainless steel, combined with robust mesh solutions and sealed designs to ensure operator safety and process reliability.
Recycling Industry
Vibrating screening equipment is essential for material recovery and reprocessing operations. Vibrowest systems are applied in:
• post-granulation cleaning of plastic materials
• separation of fines after shredding or crushing
• particle size control of recycled materials
By separating materials into defined size fractions, screening improves the quality and usability of recycled raw materials.
Agriculture and Agro-Industry
In agricultural processing, Vibrowest vibrating screeners are used for grain, seed and agricultural product classification, providing:
• separation of whole and broken kernels
• size grading of seeds and grains
• removal of impurities and foreign particles
Mesh configuration and vibration parameters can be adjusted according to product fragility and flow characteristics.
Mining and Mineral Processing
Mining and mineral handling processes require robust screening solutions capable of operating under harsh conditions. Vibrowest equipment supports:
• mineral size classification
• separation of coarse and fine fractions
• dust removal and pre-screening operations
Reinforced structures and durable screening media ensure reliable operation with abrasive and heavy materials.
Plastics Industry
In plastic processing, especially granule production and finishing, screening is essential for quality control. Vibrowest screeners are optimized for:
• surface cleaning of plastic granules
• removal of fines after underwater pelletizing
• elimination of flash and micro-particles
Certain circular models can effectively clean pellets as small as 3 × 3 mm, even in demanding post-cutting applications.
Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing
Powders used in additive manufacturing, whether metal or polymer-based, require extremely tight particle size distributions. Vibrowest ultrasonic screening systems prevent mesh blinding and allow high-precision, repeatable classification of fine powders, supporting consistent printing quality.
Powder Coatings
In powder coating production, raw material quality directly influences coating performance. Vibrowest screening systems:
• use ultrasonic technology to prevent mesh clogging
• ensure continuous and stable powder flow
• efficiently process epoxy, polyester, nylon and vinyl-based powders
This results in improved coating uniformity and reduced production interruptions.
Common Technical Advantages and Features
• wide range of mesh and screen configurations, enabling separation at micron scale
• efficient mesh cleaning systems such as Ball, Kleener and Starbrush
• compliance with ATEX, FDA, CE and UKCA standards
• fully customizable machine designs for seamless integration into existing processes
