A mobile crusher is a compact, transportable stone and material crushing system mounted on wheels or tracks, designed to process rock, asphalt, concrete, demolition debris and construction waste directly on site. Its primary function is to reduce the size of raw materials quickly and efficiently without the need for fixed infrastructure.

These machines are typically equipped with jaw crushers, impact crushers or cone crushers depending on the intended application. They also include vibrating feeders, screens, conveyor belts, and control systems as part of an integrated unit.

In terms of working mechanism, material is first loaded into the feeding bunker. It passes through pre-screening before being crushed in the primary unit. Subsequent crushers perform secondary or tertiary crushing. The final product is sorted by vibrating screens and transported to stockpiles via conveyors.

Mobile crushers are widely used in construction projects, mining operations, road construction, demolition sites, recycling centers, and disaster relief efforts. Their ability to move between sites makes them ideal for short-term or mobile operations.

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

A stationary crusher is a fixed crushing plant installed on a concrete foundation for high-capacity, continuous material processing. It is primarily used in large-scale industrial applications like quarries, cement plants, mining sites and ready-mix concrete facilities.

The system involves multiple crushing stages starting from primary to secondary and sometimes tertiary crushers. Materials are fed through hoppers, crushed, screened, and sorted into specific sizes. Conveyors transfer the final product to stockpiles.

Although installation requires more time and investment due to engineering and foundation needs, stationary crushers deliver exceptional durability, output consistency and cost-efficiency over time. They operate via electric motors and are often automated with centralized control systems.

Differences Between Mobile and Stationary Crushers

Mobile crushers are portable and can be rapidly deployed to various sites. Stationary crushers are permanent fixtures and offer higher production capacity. Mobile systems are suitable for short-term projects and frequent site relocation. Stationary systems are preferred for long-term, large-volume operations. While mobile units require less infrastructure, stationary units involve more complex installation and energy supply requirements.