How many types of crusher plant are there?

In the context of stone crusher plants and aggregates production, there are several types of crusher plants commonly used in the mining, quarrying, and construction industries. Here are some of the main types of crusher plants used for stone crushing and aggregates production:

1. Jaw Crusher Plant

Function: Jaw crusher plant is used for the primary crushing of a variety of hard and abrasive materials, such as granite, basalt, and ores. It has moveable and fixed jaw plates that together form a “V” shape to crush the material. Jaw crushers are capable of handling large feed sizes and are often the first stage in a multi-stage crushing process.

Advantages: They have a simple structure, relatively low manufacturing cost, are easy to configure, and convenient for inspection, repairs, and maintenance. They are also reliable crushers.
Disadvantages: They consume a lot of power, have less productivity, produce unevenly sized products, and have a small crushing ratio.

2. Impact Crusher Plant

Function: Impact force is used to crush materials. They are especially suitable for creating aggregates with cubic shapes and are utilized for medium to hard materials. Hammers or blow bars in impact crushers strike the material and break it on impact. Impact crushers can be used as aggregate crushing equipment in the secondary crushing process.

Advantages: They have a simple structure, a higher crushing ratio, and convenient equipment operation and maintenance.
Disadvantages: The wear and tear of hammers or blow bars can be relatively high, and the equipment may require more frequent replacement of wear parts.

3. Cone Crusher Plant

Function: It is often used in the fine crushing stage. It can crush materials to a relatively fine size and is suitable for producing high-quality aggregates. Cone crushers are also used as fine aggregate crusher machines in aggregate quarry plants.

Advantages: They consume less power, have high productivity, produce evenly sized particles, and have a higher crushing ratio.
Disadvantages: The equipment is heavy and inconvenient to move around, has a complex structure, and is not as easy to configure. Equipment maintenance also incurs higher costs.

4. Vertical Shaft Impact (VSI) Crusher Plant

Function: It is used in aggregate plants for stone shaping. Since the aggregate for road construction and building is strict in shape requirements, the VSI crusher can make crushed aggregate and sand into a cubic size, improving the quality and appearance of the aggregates.

Advantages: It can produce well-shaped aggregates, which are in high demand for certain construction applications.

Disadvantages: The power consumption may be relatively high, and the equipment may require regular maintenance to ensure its performance.

5. Mobile Crusher Plant

Function: These are new generation mobile crusher plants that are not limited to crushing stones only. They can also crush limestone, sand, and other materials and even mix them properly. Mobile crusher plants come with metal frames, giving them the stability and durability to handle big pieces of stones and limestone.

Advantages: They are highly mobile and can be easily transported to different construction sites, saving transportation costs and time. They are also suitable for small-scale projects or projects in remote areas where fixed crusher plants may not be feasible.
Disadvantages: The production capacity may be relatively lower compared to some large fixed crusher plants, and the initial investment cost can be relatively high.

6. Sand Crusher Plant

Function: Artificial sand making has become more popular, and sand crusher plants are used to produce fine grains of sand. You need to add stone chips in the crusher, and it will instantly produce sand according to the quantity you want.

Advantages: It can reduce the dependence on natural sand resources and provide a stable supply of sand for construction and decoration purposes.

Disadvantages: The quality of the produced sand may be affected by the quality of the input stone chips, and the equipment may require regular maintenance to ensure the quality of the sand production.

7. Portable Crusher Plant

Portable crusher plants are designed to be easily transported and set up at different job sites. They offer flexibility and convenience for temporary crushing operations or for locations where a stationary plant is not feasible.

Each type of crusher plant has its own advantages and is suitable for different applications based on factors such as the type of material to be crushed, production requirements, and site conditions. Choosing the right type of crusher plant is crucial for achieving efficient and high-quality aggregates production in the stone crushing industry.