For years the only supplier of rotary screw traps has been EG Solutions out of Corvallis, Oregon. But in early 2021 West Fork began making components of screw traps for their own use and started commercial production of additional components in late 2024. We are now fabricating complete trap packages, ready to install and start fishing. We favor a trap configuration that lifts the cone and the live box as a unit free of the water rather than the original bipod lifting system that leaves the live box vulnerable during high water. This approach was pioneered and perfected by the Washington Dept of Fish and Wildlife. Another advantage of this design is that the cone shaft is securely held fore and aft by machine quality bearing blocks. We will work with you to custom build a system that makes sense for your individual trapping environment. We provide pontoon systems made from either heavy walled HDPE pipe, aluminum or steel. Our pontoons are sealed and compartmentalized with additional armor added to debris impact areas. Cones are covered with perforated stainless sheet and our live box drums are powered with either paddle wheels, direct 12-volt solar drives or belt driven mechanics. We think you will appreciate the quality and care that is put into all weld and fabrication details.
If you have a screw trap that has seen better days, we can bring it back to useful condition by rehabbing major components. If you experience a major incident and need to get your trap back fishing immediately, our mobile welding services may be what you need.