Diamond Z
Diamond Z is a 1988-founded Idaho-based manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial tub and horizontal grinders, trommels, and screeners, serving waste, recycling, and land-clearing contractors globally via an exclusive dealer network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1988
- HeadquartersCaldwell, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Diamond Z does
Diamond Z, founded in 1988 and headquartered at 11299 Bass Lane in Caldwell, Idaho, designs and manufactures heavy-duty industrial grinding equipment used by waste processing, recycling, and land-clearing contractors. The product portfolio spans horizontal grinders (DZH3000 through DZH7000 series), tub grinders (DZT1248, DZT1463, DZT8000 series), enclosed grinders (E6000B), the DZH7000E mobile electric grinder, and the SWG 1600 on-site mobile solid waste grinder, complemented by trommels, screeners, the Z Logic electronic control system, and an OEM parts program. Core technology centers on high-horsepower hammermills (up to 1,650 HP), Caterpillar diesel powertrains, Teco Westinghouse electric drives, fluid coupling mill drives, and track-mounted chassis options, with patented enclosed-grinder architecture for safety-sensitive environments.
Diamond Z firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Diamond Z
- Legal name
- Diamond Z
- Website
- https://diamondz.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1988
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Diamond Z is a 1988-founded Idaho-based manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial tub and horizontal grinders, trommels, and screeners, serving waste, recycling, and land-clearing contractors globally via an exclusive dealer network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Diamond Z industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Grinding Equipment
- NAICS
- Rolling Mill and Other Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (333519), Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Grinding & Milling Equipment (IMAHAMAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Surface Preparation Equipment (Shot Blasting, Scarifiers, Grinders) (IMAHALAL)
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Where Diamond Z is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Caldwell
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Diamond Z business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- New Equipment Sales: Sale of industrial tub grinders, horizontal grinders, trommels, screeners, and solid waste processing equipment. Products sold through authorized dealer network globally. Factory direct sales available for Western U.S. customers.
- OEM Parts and Replacement Parts: Sale of genuine Diamond Z OEM replacement parts including Quick Change Hammers, Tips, Screens, Cutter Bars, Wear Plates, and retrofit options. Sold through authorized dealers and direct from factory.
- Equipment Refurbishment: Refurbishment program bringing used equipment back to near-original condition. Addresses cosmetics, mechanical and electrical components. Provides cost savings vs buying new while upgrading to newest available technology via retrofitting.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Industrial grinding equipment - contact dealer for pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels10 records
Diamond Z product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Diamond Z designs and manufactures heavy-duty industrial grinding and screening equipment — horizontal grinders, tub grinders, trommels, and flex screeners — used to process wood waste, green waste, construction and demolition debris, solid waste, and tires. The company also sells OEM replacement parts and offers a factory-refurbished equipment program, with products distributed through an authorized dealer network and factory-direct sales in the Western U.S.
Product overview
Diamond Z manufactures industrial grinders for wood, organics, waste, and metal recycling. The product portfolio includes horizontal grinders (DZH3000, DZH4000, DZH5500, DZH6000, DZH7000 series), tub grinders (DZT1248, DZT1463, DZT8000 series), enclosed grinders (E6000B), electric grinders (DZH7000E), and solid waste grinders (SWG1600). Supporting equipment includes screeners (DZ 230 Flex, DZ 155 Flex), trommels (DZ 516TK, 620TK, 621TK, 628, 733), conveyors, and the Z Logic electronic control system with SMARTWatch monitoring. The company also offers OEM parts and used/refurbished equipment. All products are designed, manufactured, and supported from Caldwell, Idaho with a global dealer network.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- DZH7000 Series Horizontal Grinder Largest-capacity horizontal grinder in Diamond Z's lineup, designed for high-production grinding of wood, green waste, construction debris, and other organic materials. Targeted at commercial grinding operations and large recyclers.
- DZH6000 Series Horizontal Grinder Production-class horizontal grinder suited for high-volume operations processing wood waste, pallets, and C&D debris. Aimed at commercial recyclers and grinding contractors.
- DZH5500 Horizontal Grinder Mid-sized horizontal grinder offering a balance of production capacity and mobility for grinding contractors and recycling operations.
- DZH4000 Horizontal Grinder Compact horizontal grinder designed for operations requiring lower throughput, including smaller recyclers and tree-care contractors.
- DZH3000 Horizontal Grinder Entry-level horizontal grinder for low-volume operations and smaller contractors entering the grinding market.
- DZH7000E Electric Horizontal Grinder
Quantifiable outcome
- DZH7000TKT delivers up to 175 TPH production rate
- +7 more outcomes
Companies that use Diamond Z
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Diamond Z technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability1 record
Feature7 records
Diamond Z partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and standard.
- ViablymajorViably is an exclusive dealer for Diamond Z in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The partnership combines Diamond Z's innovative product line with Viably's local market knowledge and customer relationships. Viably specializes in providing innovative solutions for the waste and recycling industry, focusing on advanced technologies for waste management, processing, and resource recovery. Viably President Brandon Lapsys expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, noting Diamond Z's engineering excellence and dependable equipment.
- Metso CorporationcoreMetso Corporation acquired Screen Machine Industries and Diamond Z, finalized October 1, 2024. Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for aggregates, minerals processing and metal refining industries globally. The acquisition positions both companies for growth opportunities and enhanced ability to serve dealers and end users. SMI and DZ will benefit from Metso's Materials Processing Products (MPP) global manufacturing and commercial presence. SMI and DZ dealers will have access to MPP's broader product portfolio.
- Crane GroupcoreCrane Group is the parent company of Diamond Z. Tanny Crane, CEO of Crane Group, embarked on cross-country bicycle tour to raise money for Pelotonia cancer research. Prior to the Metso acquisition, Crane Group owned Diamond Z as part of its portfolio of companies.
- US Equipment Sales and RentalsmajorUS Equipment Sales and Rentals of Lemont, IL is the exclusive Diamond Z Dealer for the Midwest in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Founded in 2015 by Simon G Bradley, the company represents additional equipment lines including McCloskey, MWS, Tesab, MDS, Eagle Crusher, and Trail King. The company is committed to customer success and creating lasting relationships.
- Bane MachinerystandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Texas and Oklahoma regions. Located at 2449 Manana Dr., Dallas, Texas 75220.
- CEAstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Australia and New Zealand. Located at Lot 6 Skyline Crescent, Horningsea Park NSW 2171.
- Commonwealth EquipmentstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Mideast region. Located at 36 Hazleton St., Ashley, Pennsylvania 18706.
- Construction & Industrial Supply Co.standardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Northeast region. Located at 255 Margaret King Ave., Ringwood, NJ 07456.
- Ed's EquipmentstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Indiana and Michigan. Located at 4567 E. 71st St., Cleveland, Ohio 44105.
- Fuji KogyostandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Japan. Located at 1357 Kariyado, Fujieda City, Shizuoka 426-8510.
- Heavy Machines Inc.standardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Southeast region. Located at 3926 East Raines Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38118.
- Pacific UnlimitedstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Guam. Located at 17-3311 Corsair Rd., Barridaga 96913-1613.
- Tyalta EquipmentstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer for Canada. Located at 613 McCool Street, Crossfield, AB T0M 0S0.
- Wagner CATstandardAuthorized Diamond Z Dealer partner. Part of the dealer network listed on the dealer portal.
- Caterpillar Inc.standardDiamond Z equipment uses Caterpillar engines. DZH4000 features C18 Caterpillar engine, DZH5500 features CAT C-27 Tier IV Final power. Partnership for powertrain technology in grinding equipment.
- Teco WestinghousestandardDZH7000E electric grinder uses Teco Westinghouse mill drive motors (twin 700HP) and 250HP hydraulic drive motor. Partnership for electric motor technology.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Diamond Z competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Vermeer Corporation: Vermeer Corporation is a leading manufacturer of horizontal grinders, tub grinders, and tree care equipment, directly competing with Diamond Z in industrial wood waste processing. Both companies serve composting, recycling, and biomass markets with similar horizontal and tub grinder product lines.
- McCloskey International: McCloskey International manufactures mobile crushing, screening, and conveying equipment for aggregate and recycling industries. Now part of Metso's MPP division alongside Diamond Z, they share dealer networks and serve overlapping customer segments in construction, demolition, and recycling.
- Screen Machine Industries: Screen Machine Industries (SMI) was acquired by Metso alongside Diamond Z on October 1, 2024. SMI manufactures mobile crushing and screening equipment, making them a sister company within Metso's MPP division with overlapping dealer networks and end customers.
- Bandit Industries: Bandit Industries manufactures hand-fed chippers, horizontal grinders, and stump grinders for the tree care and recycling industries. They directly compete with Diamond Z's horizontal and tub grinder product lines in wood waste and green waste applications.
- Continental Biomass Industries (CBI): CBI manufactures industrial horizontal grinders and whole tree chippers for the biomass, recycling, and wood waste industries. They directly compete with Diamond Z in the high-capacity grinder segment serving compost, mulch, and biofuel producers.
- Morbark (Altec): Morbark, now owned by Altec, produces horizontal grinders, tub grinders, and whole tree chippers for forestry, recycling, and biomass markets. They offer comparable product lines to Diamond Z with similar target customers in organic waste processing.
Emerging players
- Komptech: Komptech is an Austrian manufacturer of shredding, screening, and separation equipment for green waste, wood, and industrial waste. They compete with Diamond Z in the composting and organic recycling segment with growing presence in North American markets.
Broad incumbents
- Eagle Crusher: Eagle Crusher manufactures crushing and screening equipment for aggregates, recycling, and construction applications. While they don't directly compete in grinders, they share customers and dealer relationships (e.g., US Equipment Sales represents both Eagle Crusher and Diamond Z) in the broader recycling equipment ecosystem.
- Terex Corporation: Terex Corporation is a broad incumbent in construction, infrastructure, and recycling equipment manufacturing through brands like Terex Finlay, Powerscreen, and Environmental Equipment. They compete indirectly with Diamond Z in the broader materials processing space with a wider product portfolio.
Regional players
- Doppstadt: Doppstadt is a German manufacturer of shredding, grinding, and screening equipment for waste, wood, and biomass processing. They compete with Diamond Z globally but are primarily Europe-based with limited North American presence compared to Diamond Z's strong US footprint.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
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Frequently asked questions about Diamond Z
What does Diamond Z do?
Diamond Z designs and manufactures heavy-duty industrial grinding and screening equipment — horizontal grinders, tub grinders, trommels, and flex screeners — used to process wood waste, green waste, construction and demolition debris, solid waste, and tires. The company also sells OEM replacement parts and offers a factory-refurbished equipment program, with products distributed through an authorized dealer network and factory-direct sales in the Western U.S.
Is Diamond Z a public or private company?
Diamond Z is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Diamond Z founded?
Diamond Z was founded in 1988. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Diamond Z based?
Diamond Z is headquartered in Caldwell, United States, in the North America region.
How does Diamond Z make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. New Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are OEM Parts and Replacement Parts and equipment Refurbishment.
Who are Diamond Z's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Vermeer Corporation, McCloskey International, Screen Machine Industries, Bandit Industries, Continental Biomass Industries (CBI) and Morbark (Altec). Komptech is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Eagle Crusher and Terex Corporation. Doppstadt is listed as a regional player.
Does Diamond Z have an API?
No public API is recorded for Diamond Z.
What industry is Diamond Z in?
Diamond Z's product category is Industrial Grinding Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAMAF, Grinding & Milling Equipment, with a secondary code of IMAHALAL, Surface Preparation Equipment (Shot Blasting, Scarifiers, Grinders). Its NAICS code is 333519 and its SIC code is 3530.