180 degree and U type screens are commonly utilized as conveyor and auger screening media in dewatering applications. They are mainly used in wineries and wastewater treatment industries. The auger screen uses a wedge wire screen panel to capture solids from the flow within the influent channel. The screw does not carry the screenings through the compactor zone, it is product pushing product that compacts and dewaters the screenings to provide a cleaner and dryer discharge.