Stone, sand, and gravel separators are commonly used in stone quarry plants in South Africa to separate and classify different sizes of crushed stone, sand, and gravel. These separators are designed to remove larger rocks and debris from the raw material stream, ensuring that only the desired sizes of stone, sand, and gravel are sent for further processing or sale.
There are various types of separators used in stone quarry plants, including:
Vibrating screens: These are the most common type of separators used in stone quarry plants. They consist of a vibrating screen deck with different-sized openings. The material is fed onto the screen, and the vibrating motion separates the larger rocks and debris from the smaller particles.
Trommel screens: Trommel screens are cylindrical drum-shaped separators that rotate and agitate the material. The rotation of the drum allows the smaller particles to pass through the screen openings, while the larger rocks and debris are discharged at the end of the drum.
Hydrocyclones: Hydrocyclones are used for fine particle separation in stone quarry plants. They utilize centrifugal force to separate the finer particles from the coarser material. Hydrocyclones can be used in conjunction with vibrating screens or trommel screens to achieve a more precise separation.
It is important to select the appropriate separator type and size based on the specific requirements of the stone quarry plant, including the desired particle size distribution, throughput capacity, and the nature of the material being processed.
Please note that specific equipment and practices may vary among stone quarry plants in South Africa. It is advisable to consult our company experts in the field to determine the most suitable separators and equipment for your specific quarry operation.