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to which vendors in the market are focusing on increasing the the team’s ability to run a smooth operation while reaching their
capacity of their offerings. For example, the Nordberg HP900 series targets.
cone crusher from Metso comes with a new lubrication system, Simplicity of mechanical design is key to maximum reliability
improved kinematics, a raised pivot point, and increased power and availability. Sandvik 800i crushers have evolved with new
to offer a 15% increase in its capacity. The increased size provides mechanical and automation advantages that simplify service
increased production and output in the mining industries, where and troubleshooting, improve safety, and optimize performance
production capacity and throughput are vital. while minimizing downtime.
The application of cone crushers in construction work and road Puzzolana launched bigger sized cone crushers PFSC 120 and
laying material is significantly rising. With the growing concept of PCC33150 which come with fixed and floating functions designed
recycling, current crushers can separate bitumen and aggregates to enhance the capacity and productivity of the crushing units.
for reuse as new asphalt. New asphalt stations can create a The Track Plants are offered with both fixed and floating shaft Cone
unique asphalt mix with up to 70% recycled material, and various Cruhsers with capacity up to 350TPH. The fixed shaft crushers can
businesses are deploying cone crushers, along with jaw crushers, optimize the crushing plants since they can produce smaller size
to enhance the speed and capacity. For example, Veljekset products. The company also recently showcased its new asphalt
Paupek, based in Tornio, Finland, adopted the Lokotrack LT200HP road paver that can pave up to 10 meter width roads. For higher
cone crusher and the Lokotrack LT106 jaw crushing plant to create performance of its crushing and screening plants and predictive
a two-stage crushing process. This enabled it to crush an entire maintenance, Puzzolana is working towards digitalizing its crushing
batch of 10,000 metric tons in just two weeks. and screening plants.
The Sandvik cone crusher design philosophy is based on continual
evolution of parts, materials, and technologies to improve the Stone Crushing Market Growth
reliability, availability, and productivity our customers rely on. That Stone Crusher Market size was valued at US$6.34 billion in 2023
commitment has led to the latest in its industry-leading advances and is expected to reach US$12.9 billion by the end of 2030 with
in connected crushing – the upgraded 800i cone crusher range a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period 2024-2030, according
with new ACS-c 5. to Verified Market Reports. Manufacturers in the stone crusher
“The upgraded 800i crushers with new ACS-c 5 are a natural next market are constantly innovating to develop crushers that are
step in setting the bar for crushing. Their ideal combination of more efficient and sustainable. This includes advancements in
high crushing forces, reliability and simplicity make them easier to crusher design, such as improved crushing mechanisms and
operate, manage, maintain and service—leading to productivity integrated dust suppression systems. Additionally, the focus is
and uptime gains that are gamechangers for operational shifting towards automation and digitalization, with features like
performance.” Javier Valdeavellano, Lifecycle Manager 800i remote monitoring and data-driven optimization gaining traction.
cone crushers. These advancements not only enhance crushing efficiency
The latest 800i crushers with new ACS-c 5 combine simple yet and productivity but also contribute to a more environmentally
robust mechanical design with powerful user-friendly automation friendly operation. The stone crusher market is seeing a growing
to better support diverse operational roles. Having access to preference for mobile crushing plants. These self-contained units
operational insights, combined with simplicity and reliability ensure offer greater flexibility and convenience compared to traditional

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