A crusher is a heavy-duty machine used in mining and construction to break large rocks and stones into smaller, manageable sizes. Crushers are vital in the production of aggregates, which are used in concrete production, road construction, railway ballast, and more.

The machine operates by feeding raw material into a crushing chamber where it is broken down using compression, impact, or attrition. Common types include jaw crushers, impact crushers, and cone crushers. The material is then screened and sorted by size using vibrating screens.

What is a Mobile Crusher, What is it Used For, How Does it Work, and Where is it Used?

A mobile crusher is a portable crushing and screening plant mounted on wheels or tracks. It allows on-site crushing of materials, eliminating the need for material transport and enabling faster operations.

It consists of a primary crusher, feeder, screens, and conveyors integrated into a single chassis. Operated by diesel engines or electric motors, it processes raw material into desired sizes at the project location.

Applications: construction sites, road building, quarry operations, mining, demolition waste recycling.

What is a Stationary Crusher, What is it Used For, How Does it Work, and Where is it Used?

A stationary crusher is a fixed plant designed for long-term, high-volume material processing. Installed at quarries or mining sites, it handles large-scale crushing operations with high efficiency.

Although its operation principle is similar to mobile crushers, stationary units are more robust and offer greater capacity. These are powered by electric motors and optimized for continuous production.

Applications: quarries, large mining operations, concrete production facilities, asphalt plants.

Differences Between Mobile and Stationary Crushers

  • Mobile crushers are transportable; stationary ones are permanently installed.

  • Mobile units offer flexibility for small to mid-sized projects; stationary units are suited for large-scale production.

  • Setup time is shorter for mobile units; stationary plants require complex installation.

  • Mobile crushers are typically used for temporary projects, while stationary ones serve long-term industrial needs.

What is a Granite Crushing and Screening Plant, What is it Used For, How Does it Work, and Where is it Used?

Granite crushing and screening plants are industrial facilities designed to crush and sort granite, a hard and durable stone. Granite is widely used in construction due to its strength.

In these plants, large granite blocks are first crushed using jaw crushers, followed by secondary crushing using cone or impact crushers. Vibrating screens then separate the materials into desired sizes. The final products are used in concrete, asphalt, railways, landscaping, and decorative applications.