A mobile crusher is a portable stone crushing machine used in mining, quarrying, and recycling industries. It is designed to break down large rocks, stones, or construction debris into smaller, more manageable sizes for further processing or direct application.

Mobile crushers are typically mounted on tracks or wheels, making them easy to transport and install in different work sites without permanent foundations.

Applications:

  • Road and infrastructure construction

  • Mining operations

  • Demolition and recycling (concrete, asphalt)

  • Temporary or mobile construction projects

Working Principle:
The material is fed into the crusher through a feeder. It is then crushed using jaw or impact crushing mechanisms. The crushed material is passed through a screening system that separates it into various sizes. The final product is used as aggregate or backfill material.

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

A stationary crusher is a permanent installation at a quarry or mining site designed to perform crushing and screening operations on a large scale. These facilities are high-capacity and suitable for long-term, continuous operations.

They consist of equipment such as jaw crushers, cone crushers, impact crushers, vibrating screens, and conveyor belts. Installed on concrete foundations, they are ideal for mass production.

Applications:

  • Large-scale aggregate production

  • Mining and mineral processing

  • Concrete and asphalt plants

  • Industrial material preparation

Working Principle:
Raw rocks are fed into the crusher, where they are broken down step-by-step. The material is screened and classified into different sizes. The resulting product is used in various construction and industrial applications.

Differences Between Mobile and Stationary Crushers

  • Mobility: Mobile crushers can be moved between sites; stationary crushers are fixed.

  • Installation: Mobile units require minimal setup; stationary units need foundations and infrastructure.

  • Capacity: Stationary crushers handle higher capacities; mobile ones are for medium-sized tasks.

  • Cost: Mobile units are costlier per unit but save on logistics; stationary plants are more economical in the long run.

  • Use Case: Mobile crushers suit temporary projects; stationary crushers are for long-term use.

What is a Perlite Crushing and Screening Plant, and What is it Used For?

Perlite is a volcanic mineral that expands when heated. It is lightweight and widely used in insulation, horticulture, and filtration. Before being used, raw perlite must be crushed and screened to the desired sizes.

A Perlite Crushing and Screening Plant is a facility where raw perlite is processed. It includes crushers, vibrating screens, and conveyor systems. Sometimes, expansion furnaces are also included for heating and expanding the perlite.

Applications:

  • Building insulation (thermal and soundproofing)

  • Agricultural soil additive

  • Industrial filtration (water, beverage purification)

  • Paints and plastics as filler

Working Process:
The raw perlite is fed into a crusher to reduce its size. It is then screened and classified into different grades. The final product is bagged or transported in bulk. For certain uses, the perlite may be expanded through a heating process.