Find answers to common questions about our equipment, services, and processes.
Getting started is simple. Browse our online inventory or call us at (615) 680-3312 to discuss what you need. Our team will provide detailed information on available equipment, including specifications and condition. Once you’ve selected a piece of equipment, we’ll walk you through the purchasing process, arrange transportation, and coordinate delivery and installation if needed.
Pricing is handled on a case-by-case basis because each piece of equipment is unique and may include custom reconditioning or modifications. To get a quote, simply contact our team by phone at (615) 680-3312 or fill out a contact form on our website. We’ll provide you with fair, competitive pricing based on the specific equipment and any services you need.
Yes, we provide equipment transportation services across the entire United States. Our contracted drivers specialize in heavy industrial equipment transport, including oversized loads. Whether you’re across town or across the country, we’ll get your equipment to you safely and on schedule. Equipment loading costs are included with your purchase price.
Yes, we offer auction representation services. With our deep industry knowledge and experience, we can attend auctions on your behalf to ensure you get the quality equipment you’re looking for at the best possible price. This saves you time and gives you confidence that an expert is evaluating and bidding on equipment for you.
We are located at 580 Industrial Park Dr, Hartsville, Tennessee 37074, just a short 45-minute drive from Nashville International Airport (BNA). Our facility sits on 9 acres and includes a 35,000 square foot shop, two 7,500 square foot storage buildings, and approximately five acres of equipment yard. If you’d like to schedule a visit or have questions, give us a call at (615) 680-3312.
Zwirner Equipment Company was established in September 2013, but our team brings over 30 years of industrial experience and knowledge to the table. Our founder and CEO, Eric Zwirner, got his start in the industry back in 1984 at Heritage Equipment Company, which was founded by his father. That decades-long track record of expertise, integrity, and customer-first service is the foundation everything we do is built on.
The easiest way to reach us is by calling (615) 680-3312 or filling out the contact form on our website. You can also visit our facility in Hartsville, Tennessee. Our representatives are always happy to answer questions about our inventory, services, or anything else we can help with.
We serve a wide range of industries that require sanitary-grade stainless steel equipment. This includes dairy, food processing, beverage, brewing, pharmaceutical, chemical, and HVAC industries. Whether you’re running a small craft brewery or a large-scale dairy processing facility, our equipment and services are designed to meet the strict performance, durability, and sanitation standards your industry demands.
Yes. We specialize in sanitary-grade stainless steel equipment that meets the rigorous standards required by the food, beverage, dairy, and pharmaceutical industries. Our reconditioning process includes polishing stainless steel surfaces, running sanitary connections to customer specifications, and thorough testing to ensure everything operates properly. We are also a FISA (Food Industry Suppliers Association) member and BBB accredited, which reflects our commitment to quality and industry standards.
We carry a vast inventory of over 1,300 products, including used stainless steel tanks (storage tanks, CIP tanks, silo tanks, single shell and jacketed tanks), processing equipment (homogenizers, heat exchangers, pasteurizers, conveyors), pumps, valves, fittings, parts, instruments and controls, and filters and strainers. We also sell new COP (Clean-Out-of-Place) parts washer tanks and can source brand-new parts and equipment through our manufacturer partnerships.
Every piece of used equipment we sell goes through our extensive reconditioning process performed by our skilled fabricators. This includes sandblasting, repairing or replacing deteriorated steel, pressure testing, polishing stainless steel surfaces, disassembling and inspecting mechanicals, replacing bearings and seals, electrical and leak testing, and a professional paint finish. When you buy from us, you’re getting equipment that is fully functional, operates properly, and meets the specifications of the originally manufactured product.
Yes, we do. We are proud to partner with top stainless steel equipment manufacturers across the country. We carry a wide inventory of new parts and supplies, including supply tubing, gaskets, valves, funnels, fittings, pumps, o-rings, and more. If we don’t have what you need on-site, we can custom order it and even expedite the order to minimize your downtime.
We are constantly updating our inventory as we acquire, recondition, and sell equipment. New items are added regularly. We recommend browsing our online product catalog or calling us at (615) 680-3312 to ask about specific equipment needs, as our team can often source items that may not yet be listed on the website.
Absolutely. We are always looking to acquire additional equipment and will offer you a competitive price. If your facility has unused or aging equipment taking up space, selling it to us is a simple way to turn idle assets into working capital. Just contact us with details about what you have, and our team will work with you to evaluate it and make an offer.
Yes, we do. Trading in your used equipment is a smart way to upgrade without the high cost of buying brand-new systems. You can apply the value of your existing equipment toward refurbished stainless steel tanks and processing systems from our inventory. This allows you to modernize your facility, improve efficiency, and increase capacity while staying within budget. Call us at (615) 680-3312 or fill out our trade-in form to get started.
Yes. With over 30 years of experience, our experts can determine the true value of your used equipment and facilities. We provide thorough appraisals for both individual pieces of equipment and entire facilities, particularly in the food and beverage industry. Each piece is evaluated for both value and quality, so whether you’re buying or selling, you can be confident you’re getting a fair deal.
Our reconditioning process is thorough and tailored to each piece of equipment. Generally, it includes sandblasting exterior surfaces, repairing or replacing deteriorated steel, pressure testing heat exchange surfaces, polishing stainless steel, disassembling mechanicals for inspection, replacing worn parts like bearings and seals, electrical and functionality testing, running sanitary connections to customer specs, adding adjustable legs, and applying a high-grade epoxy paint finish. We can also add inlet/outlet valves, instrumentation, electrical starters, and other custom modifications per your request.
Absolutely. Our experienced fabricators and machinists can design and build custom stainless steel parts specifically for your industrial application. We specialize in single or multi-tank systems, skid-mounted portable units, manual or automated CIP skid systems, and HTST systems. We also handle process plant installation, sanitary process piping, and control system setup so you get a complete, turnkey solution.
Yes, we offer nationwide rigging, hauling, and installation services. Our contracted transportation specialists have years of experience and specialize in oversized loads, air-ride flatbeds, and stepdecks. All equipment loading costs are included with the purchase price of equipment. We handle the entire logistics process to ensure your equipment arrives safely, on time, and in perfect working condition.
We offer onsite equipment maintenance and emergency repair services to help your business avoid extended downtimes. Our team can come directly to your facility to diagnose and fix issues, perform routine maintenance, and get your operations back up and running as quickly as possible. This service is designed to minimize disruption and keep your production on track.
