Screening & Separation Equipment

Vibro Sifter Vibrating Screen

High-precision powder and granule separation equipment for food, pharmaceutical, chemical, and industrial powder processing. Designed to remove impurities, classify by particle size, and improve product uniformity.

Yinda Machinery Vibro Sifter YDGZ Series

Up to 500 Mesh

0.028 mm fine screening

3-5 Min Screen Change

Quick-release clamps

5 Models

YDGZ-400 to 1200

20-500 Mesh

Customizable screen size

SS304/316L

GMP-compliant contact parts

12 Months

Warranty period

What Is a Vibro Sifter?

A vibro sifter -- also known as a vibrating screen or vibratory separator -- is a high-precision screening machine that separates powders and granules by particle size. Using controlled multi-directional vibration generated by an unbalanced motor, the equipment efficiently classifies materials into defined size fractions in a single continuous operation.

Unlike simple sieving methods, the vibro sifter delivers consistent, repeatable results across a wide range of materials -- from fine pharmaceutical powders to coarse food granules -- while maintaining product integrity and minimizing contamination risk.

Core Functions

  • Remove foreign matter, lumps, and oversized particles from powder streams
  • Classify powder or granules into multiple size fractions simultaneously
  • Improve product uniformity and meet downstream particle size requirements
  • Provide pre-packaging quality inspection and contamination control
  • Protect downstream equipment such as mixers, fillers, and tablet presses
Vibro sifter product overview - YDGZ series

500

Max Mesh

4000

kg/h Max Output

1500

RPM Vibration

How a Vibro Sifter Works

The vibro sifter operates on controlled multi-directional vibration generated by an unbalanced motor, enabling efficient and gentle material separation without damaging sensitive powders.

Vibro sifter working principle diagram
1

Material Feeding

Material is introduced through the inlet hopper at a controlled feed rate. Consistent feeding ensures stable screening performance and prevents screen overloading.

2

Vibration & Dispersion

The unbalanced vibration motor generates multi-directional motion -- circular, horizontal, and vertical -- distributing material evenly across the entire screen surface for maximum screening contact.

3

Particle Separation

Fine particles pass through the screen apertures while oversized particles or foreign matter are retained on the screen surface and conveyed toward the oversize discharge outlet.

4

Multi-Layer Classification

With multiple screen decks installed, materials can be separated into different size grades in a single pass -- reducing the need for sequential screening operations.

5

Continuous Discharge

Screened product exits through the undersize outlet continuously. The gentle screening action ensures sensitive materials such as pharmaceutical granules or spice powders retain their structure and composition.

Key Features & Design Advantages

The YDGZ series vibro sifter is engineered for demanding production environments where hygiene, precision, and operational efficiency are non-negotiable.

Hygienic Design

All product-contact parts are manufactured from SS304 or SS316L stainless steel, meeting GMP and food-grade hygiene standards. Internal surfaces are polished to minimize residue and facilitate cleaning.

Rapid Screen Change

Quick-release clamp design allows screen replacement in 3-5 minutes without tools. This significantly reduces changeover time in multi-product production environments.

Anti-Blinding Screen Frame

Unique screen frame design prevents powder from packing and blinding the mesh apertures, maintaining consistent throughput and screening efficiency throughout the production run.

Customizable Mesh Size

Screen mesh is available from coarse granule separation to ultra-fine powder screening up to 500 mesh (0.028 mm). Mesh size selection is based on the specific material and target particle size.

Continuous Operation

Oversize material and foreign particles are automatically discharged from a dedicated outlet, enabling uninterrupted continuous screening without manual intervention or production stops.

Dust-Free Enclosed Operation

Fully enclosed screening chamber eliminates powder dust emission. Suitable for dust-controlled production environments, protecting both product quality and operator health.

Low Energy Consumption

Motor power ranges from 0.55 kW to 1.5 kW across all five models, making the YDGZ series one of the most energy-efficient screening solutions for its output capacity range.

Compact & Mobile

Space-efficient footprint and mobile base option allow easy repositioning within the production facility. Ideal for production lines with limited floor space or multi-station layouts.

Low Noise Operation

Precision-balanced vibration motor and damping mounts reduce operating noise levels, supporting a more comfortable working environment and reducing mechanical fatigue on the structure.

Technical Specifications

YDGZ Series Vibro Sifter -- five standard models covering laboratory-scale to industrial production. All specifications can be confirmed and adjusted based on your material and process requirements.

ParameterYDGZ-400YDGZ-600YDGZ-800YDGZ-1000YDGZ-1200
Capacity (kg/h)20 - 200150 - 2,000200 - 2,000250 - 3,000300 - 4,000
Dimensions L×W×H (mm)600×600×1000800×800×11001100×950×11501100×1100×12501300×1300×1400
Motor Power (kW)0.550.550.751.51.5
Screen Mesh (mesh)20 - 18020 - 18020 - 18020 - 18020 - 180
Material Thickness (mm)22333
Vibration Frequency (rpm)1,5001,5001,5001,5001,500
Machine Weight (kg)120180220300400

* Capacity varies depending on material properties, moisture content, mesh size, and feed rate. Contact our engineering team to confirm specifications for your application.

Price Terms

FOB / CIF / EXW

Lead Time

25-35 working days

Port of Shipment

Shanghai Port · Origin: Wuxi

Warranty

12 months · LCL / FCL shipping

Equipment Types & Configurations

Yinda offers multiple vibro sifter configurations to match specific material properties, production scale, and industry hygiene requirements.

Standard pharmaceutical vibro sifter
Standard

Standard Pharmaceutical Vibro Sifter

Widely used in tablet and capsule production lines. Suitable for dry powders and granules with straightforward particle size requirements. Simple structure facilitates easy cleaning and maintenance between batches.

  • Single-deck or dual-deck screen options
  • SS316L contact parts as standard
  • Quick-release clamp construction
  • GMP-compliant documentation available
Multi-layer vibro sifter for complex classification
Multi-Layer

Multi-Layer Vibro Sifter

Separates material into multiple size fractions in a single pass. Suitable for complex pharmaceutical formulations and applications requiring precise multi-grade classification, reducing the need for sequential screening steps.

  • Up to 3-5 screen decks configurable
  • Individual discharge outlets per fraction
  • Reduces footprint vs. multiple machines
  • Suitable for food, pharma, and chemical applications
Ultrasonic vibro sifter for fine powder screening
Ultrasonic

Ultrasonic Vibro Sifter

Designed specifically for fine or cohesive powders that tend to agglomerate and blind standard screens. Ultrasonic energy is applied directly to the screen mesh to prevent blinding and maintain throughput at fine mesh sizes.

  • Suitable for powders above 200 mesh
  • Prevents agglomeration and screen blinding
  • Ideal for pigments, cosmetics, and fine APIs
  • Adjustable ultrasonic frequency and amplitude

Application Industries

The YDGZ vibro sifter handles a broad range of materials across demanding industries where particle size control and contamination prevention are critical to product quality.

Pharmaceutical

Regulated · High-precision

Critical particle size control for APIs, excipients, and granules. Supports tablet and capsule production with consistent powder uniformity and contamination prevention.

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) Excipient Screening Granule Classification Foreign Body Removal Tablet / Capsule Powder QC Wet Granulation Sizing

Food Processing

Hygiene · Flavor retention

Gentle screening action preserves flavor compounds and prevents heat degradation. Ideal for pre-packaging quality control and removal of lumps and foreign particles.

Flour & Starch Screening Spice & Herb Powder Sugar & Salt Grading Lump & Contaminant Removal Seasoning Blends Pre-packaging Inspection

Chemical Industry

Durability · Sealed systems

Robust construction handles abrasive and corrosive powders. Enclosed design reduces dust exposure and contamination risk in chemical powder processing environments.

Powder Classification Pigment & Resin Screening Chemical Powder QC Impurity Removal Dry Mortar Catalyst Grading

Nutraceuticals & Herbs

Consistency · Active retention

Ensures consistent particle size in herbal extracts and supplement powders. Critical for dosage accuracy and bioavailability in finished nutraceutical products.

Herbal Powder Screening Supplement Consistency Plant Extract Grading TCM Powder Processing

Other Industries

Versatile · Multi-material

Adaptable to a wide range of industrial powder and granule applications beyond core industries.

Cosmetics & Fine Powders Metallurgy Plastic Granules Agricultural Products Ceramic Powder Feed Additives

Common Screening Problems & Solutions

Understanding where conventional screening methods fall short helps clarify why a purpose-designed vibro sifter delivers better results in demanding production environments.

Conventional Equipment Limitations

Screen Blinding & Reduced Throughput

Fine or cohesive powders pack into mesh apertures, progressively reducing screening efficiency and requiring frequent production stops for manual cleaning.

Powder Agglomeration

Electrostatic charge and moisture cause fine particles to cluster, resulting in non-uniform granule size that compromises downstream blending and tablet compression.

Dust Emission & Product Loss

Open or poorly sealed screening equipment generates dust clouds that contaminate the production environment, create health hazards, and result in measurable product loss.

Cross-Contamination Risk

Non-sealed designs and difficult-to-clean surfaces increase the risk of residual contamination between product changeovers in multi-product facilities.

Inconsistent Classification Results

Variable feed distribution across the screen surface leads to inconsistent particle size output, making it difficult to reliably meet quality specifications batch after batch.

YDGZ Vibro Sifter Solutions

Anti-Blinding Screen Frame Design

Specially engineered screen frame and vibration parameters prevent mesh blinding, maintaining consistent throughput throughout extended production runs without manual intervention.

Uniform Powder Dispersion

Multi-directional vibration motion uniformly distributes material across the full screen area, breaking up agglomerates and ensuring each particle has equal opportunity to pass through the mesh.

Fully Enclosed Dust-Free Operation

Sealed chamber design contains all powder within the screening zone, eliminating dust emission, protecting operators, and recovering product that would otherwise be lost to the environment.

GMP-Compliant Hygienic Construction

SS316L contact surfaces with polished finish, quick-release clamps, and no internal dead zones enable thorough cleaning between batches and reduce cross-contamination risk in multi-product environments.

High-Precision Particle Classification

Stable 1,500 RPM vibration frequency with adjustable amplitude delivers repeatable, consistent particle size output that meets quality specifications batch after batch.

High Efficiency with Minimal Product Loss

Optimized screen geometry and vibration parameters maximize material recovery rate while minimizing product degradation, particularly important for high-value pharmaceutical and nutritional powders.

Why Choose Yinda Machinery for Your Vibro Sifter?

We do not start from a machine model number. We start from your material, your process requirements, and your production goals. Every vibro sifter configuration we recommend is based on a technical evaluation of what your specific application actually requires.

Material-First Selection Approach

Before recommending a model, we evaluate your material properties -- particle size, flowability, moisture, bulk density, and abrasiveness -- to confirm which configuration and mesh size will actually work for your application.

Material Testing Available

Send us your material sample. We will run actual screening tests, document the results, and provide video evidence of performance before you commit to a purchase decision.

Fully Configurable Equipment

Contact material, mesh size, inlet/outlet orientation, number of screen decks, sealing method, and control options are all configurable. We confirm every detail in a written technical specification before production begins.

GMP/FDA-Compliant Design

SS316L contact parts, mirror-polished surfaces, quick-release clamps, and no internal dead zones support GMP compliance requirements for pharmaceutical and food-grade applications.

International Delivery & Documentation

FOB/CIF/EXW shipping from Shanghai Port. Full documentation package including operation manual, electrical drawings, material certificates, FAT records, and packing list for customs clearance.

Long-Term After-Sales Support

12-month warranty, spare parts supply (screens, seals, bearings), remote installation guidance, on-site engineer service, and operator training to ensure your equipment runs reliably throughout its service life.

Yinda Machinery factory and quality control

500

Max mesh fineness

0.028 mm aperture

SS316L

Contact material

GMP / FDA compliant

3-5 min

Screen changeover

Quick-release clamps

4,000

kg/h max capacity

YDGZ-1200 model

Ready to Discuss Your Screening Application?

Tell us about your material, target mesh size, required capacity, and industry requirements. Our engineering team will review your application and recommend the most suitable YDGZ configuration -- or arrange a material test if needed.

Or contact us directly for a quote: FOB / CIF / EXW · Shanghai Port · 25-35 working days lead time