A mobile crusher is a transportable crushing and screening plant designed to reduce large materials such as rock, concrete, or asphalt into smaller sizes directly on-site. These units are mounted on wheeled or tracked chassis, allowing easy movement between different job locations. They are widely used in construction, mining, and recycling operations.

Purpose:

  • On-site processing of materials to reduce transportation costs

  • Quick setup for temporary or changing project sites

  • Efficient recycling of demolition waste

  • Aggregate production for infrastructure projects

How It Works:
Material is loaded into a hopper and initially crushed by a primary crusher (jaw or impact type). The crushed material then passes through secondary or tertiary crushers to achieve the desired size. Screening systems separate the output by size, and conveyor belts transport the finished product to stockpiles. Powered by engines or hydraulics, mobile crushers are designed for flexibility.

Applications:

  • Temporary construction sites

  • Road and infrastructure projects

  • Mining operations

  • Recycling plants

  • Quarrying

What Is a Stationary Crusher, What Does It Do, How Does It Work, and Where Is It Used?

A stationary crusher is a fixed installation used for high-capacity, long-term crushing and screening tasks. Typically found in large quarries or industrial plants, it provides continuous material processing.

Purpose:

  • High-volume crushing for industrial applications

  • Stable, continuous production over extended periods

  • Integrated with automated systems for efficiency

How It Works:
Raw materials are dumped into a feed hopper and initially crushed by a primary crusher. Conveyors feed the material through secondary and tertiary crushers. Screening systems classify the product into different sizes, which are then stored in designated areas. The entire system is fixed in place.

Applications:

  • Large-scale quarries

  • Aggregate production plants

  • Mining industries

  • Asphalt and concrete manufacturing

Differences Between Stationary and Mobile Crushers

  • Mobility: Mobile crushers can be relocated; stationary crushers are permanently installed.

  • Capacity: Stationary crushers generally have higher throughput.

  • Setup Time: Mobile crushers have faster deployment times.

  • Cost: Stationary installations require greater investment.

  • Usage: Mobile crushers are ideal for flexible, short-term projects; stationary crushers suit long-term, high-volume operations.

What Is a Track (Palette), What Does It Do, How Does It Work, and Where Is It Used?

In industrial machinery, a track (or palette) is a continuous band of linked plates used to distribute the machine’s weight and provide mobility, especially over uneven or soft terrain. Tracks improve traction and stability.

Purpose:

  • Enables heavy machinery to move on soft, uneven, or slippery surfaces

  • Distributes weight to prevent sinking or excessive ground pressure

  • Increases stability and load-bearing capacity

How It Works:
The track consists of linked metal plates or rubber segments wrapped around wheels or sprockets. Driven by the machine’s engine, the track rotates, propelling the equipment forward while providing grip through friction with the ground.

Applications:

  • Construction machinery (bulldozers, excavators)

  • Military vehicles

  • Agricultural equipment

  • Snow vehicles

  • Heavy mobile crushers and equipment