
Cost estimation of gravel quarry
What is a stone crusher?
A stone crusher is a machine used to reduce large rocks into smaller pieces by breaking them down with heavy pressure.
How does a stone crusher work?
A stone crusher operates by breaking down rocks into smaller pieces with the help of a powerful crushing chamber. The size and shape of the stones being crushed will affect the type of crusher used, with larger, more angular stones requiring a jaw crusher while smaller rocks can be processed by a hammer mill.
The primary component of a stone crusher is the crushing chamber, which is composed of several sets of heavy hammers or anvils that strike the rocks against each other. The force exerted by these objects causes fractures in the rock, which are then broken down into smaller pieces by the gears and rotate the millstone.
There are two main types of crushers: impact and convective. Impact crushers use a mechanism called an impact head to hit the rock fragments with such force that they break them into small pieces. Convective crushers work on a similar principle but use air instead of hammers or anvils to break down rocks.
What are the various parts of a stone crusher plant?
A stone crusher plant typically consists of three main parts: the crushing plant, the screening plant, and the washing plant.
The crushing plant is where the stones are broken down into smaller pieces by heavy machinery. The rocks are sent through a series of rollers that break them into small enough pieces for further processing.
The screening plant is where the smaller rocks are separated from the larger ones. The rocks that are too big to go through the crusher are sent to the screening plant where they are passed through a series of screens that remove any larger pieces.
The washing plant cleans the rocks before they are turned into powder form. This process removes any dirt, particles, and rocks that were not able to be removed by the other two plants.
Description of the plant
The plant is a jaw crusher, impact crusher, and cone crusher that can be used for various materials such as limestone, granite, basalt, and other rocks. It has the ability to crush different types of minerals with the same efficiency. The plant also has the capability to produce different size particles.
The material is fed into the feed hopper at the top of the machine. The material is then passed through a series of screens that remove any large pieces of rock or other objects. The smaller pieces of rock are then fed into the crushing chamber where they are crushed by two rotating plates. This process results in small pieces of rock that are able to be processed more easily.
Description of the quarry
The quarry is located in an area of high mountains and dense forests, providing abundant materials for the construction of infrastructure. The quarry has a total area of 3 hectares and produces 650 metric tons of granite per day.
The quarry is equipped with a Raymond Mill, a Cone Crusher, two Impact Crusher and two Slag Hammer Mill. The Raymond Mill is used to reduce the size of the rock before it goes to the Cone Crusher. The Cone Crusher reduces the size of the rock into smaller pieces by crushing it between two plates. The Impact Crushercrushes the rocks into small pieces by applying an impact force to them while the Slag Hammer Mill separates slag from the crushed rocks.
Estimation of the cost of the plant and quarry
The cost of the plant and quarry for a stone crusher is an important consideration when making a purchase. The price of raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses will all affect the final cost of the machine. To estimate these costs, it is necessary to have accurate information about each component.
The following chart provides an overview of the main expenses associated with operating a stone crusher.
Raw Material Costs
Labor Costs
Overhead Expenses
Raw Material Costs: The most common raw material cost for a stone crusher is jaw stone. Other common materials include sand, crushed rocks, and slag. Raw material prices can vary greatly depending on location and grade. A good rule of thumb is to expect to pay at least 50% more for higher grades of jaw stone.
Labor Costs: This category includes both employee wages and benefits such as overtime pay and vacation time. Try to find out what type of labor is required for your specific machine model. For example, a smaller electric-powered machine may require less skilled labor than a larger diesel-powered machine. Also be aware of local regulations regarding minimum wage and other benefits.
Overhead Expenses: This category includes costs such as electricity, coal, lubricants, depreciation, insurance premiums, and maintenance costs. It's important to calculate these expenses before making a purchase decision so that you know how much money you'll need to spend each month to operate your machine.