South Africa’s booming construction sector demands cost-effective crushing equipment for aggregates production. Local suppliers now offer compact jaw crushers and cone crushers tailored for small-to-medium quarries, with capacities ranging from 50-300TPH.
| Equipment | Model Example | Key Parameters |
|---|---|---|
| Jaw Crusher | PE-400×600 | Feed opening: 400×600mm, Max feed: 340mm, Capacity: 16-64t/h |
| Cone Crusher | PYB900 | Max feed: 115mm, Discharge range: 15-50mm, Capacity: 50-90t/h |
| VSI Crusher | 750-Sandmax | Throughput: 100-150tph, Product shape: Cubical |
A basic granite crushing line might include:
1. Vibrating feeder (GZD850×3000)
2. Primary jaw crusher (PE500×750)
3. Secondary cone crusher (PYB1200)
4. Vibrating screen (3YK1860)
Q: What’s the minimum investment for a small crushing plant?
A: Approximately $50,000-$80,000 USD for a complete 50tph setup.
Q: How to reduce wear costs?
A: Use manganese steel liners and implement regular lubrication schedules.
A Limpopo province operation achieved 120tph granite processing using:
– Primary: PE600×900 jaw crusher
– Secondary: CS75 cone crusher
– Screening: 3YK2160 vibrating screen
Final products included:
– 0-5mm manufactured sand
– 5-10mm aggregate
– 10-20mm coarse aggregate
