A stone crusher is a machine that crushes large rocks into smaller pieces. These smaller pieces are known as gravel. Stone crushers can be used on both residential and commercial property, but there are some zoning regulations that may restrict their use in certain areas.
In most cases, stone crushers in a rock crushing plant work by using two rotating drums with metal teeth or blades to break up the rocks into smaller pieces. The crushed gravel is then transported to the site where it will be used, such as for road construction or landscaping purposes. Some stone crushers also have a built-in sifting screen that helps to remove larger pieces of debris from the crushed gravel before it is transported.
Different stone crusher machines
Here are some of the most common stone crusher machines that are available in Philippines:
1. Jaw crusher
A jaw crusher is a size reduction machine that uses dynamic compression to reduce the size of materials. It is mostly used in metallurgical and mechanical industries where milling, grinding, crushing, and pulverizing are either required or desired. The most important element of a jaw stone crusher is the set of vertical jaws that open and close like a vice. The jaws are further made up of two rigid side plates that connect them vertically, as well as a movable lower jaw plate that oscillates back and forth to crush material against the fixed upper jaw. Flywheels mounted at either end of the eccentric shaft keep the unit moving steadily along while crushing materials.
2. Gyratory crusher
A gyratory crusher consists of several key components, including the transmission, crushing cone, and pulley system, each of which works together to perform its function. The amplitude at the bottom of the swing jaw is greater than that at the top; consequently, once each revolution the swing jaw closes just before it reaches its maximum open position from which it returns immediately A crankshaft rotates inside the engine block, driving a connecting rod that transfers motion to a piston via a mechanical linkage. The piston presses downward on the crankshaft through this linkage during each power stroke; this action turns the crankshaft one complete revolution per cycle and drives the connecting rod back up and out of the way. It is mainly used for a mini mobile crusher plant.
3. Roll crusher
A roll crusher is used in mining and industrial processes. It features a pair of large drums that rotate in opposite directions. The rocks, coal, or other materials are fed into the crusher and crushed by the rotating drums. The resulting materials are then sorted by size. Roll crushers are generally used for secondary or tertiary crushing applications. They can be used alone or in conjunction with other pieces of crushing equipment. These machines are relatively simple devices, but they can have a major impact on the efficiency of an industrial operation in Philippines.
By understanding the different types of machines available used for a stone crushing plant and what each can do, you can make an informed decision about which one is right for your business. Additionally, be sure to factor in the cost of ownership and how often the machine will be used to get the most value for your money.