Hammer Crusher for Railway Ballast Production – Built for Vietnam’s Demanding Conditions
Need High-Quality Railway Ballast Without Compromising Efficiency?
Vietnam’s rapidly expanding rail infrastructure demands consistent, high-grade ballast production—yet traditional crushing methods often struggle with wear resistance, throughput bottlenecks, and excessive fines generation. Our heavy-duty hammer crusher solves these challenges with precision engineering tailored for granite, basalt, and hard rock processing.
How Does Our Hammer Crusher Optimize Ballast Production?
Designed specifically for Vietnam’s abrasive geology, this crusher transforms raw quarry feed into uniformly graded ballast (typically 25–50mm) in a single crushing stage. Its workflow minimizes recirculation load while maintaining strict adherence to EN 13450 standards:
- Primary Crushing: Large feed acceptance (up to 800mm) reduces pre-screening needs.
- Impact Fragmentation: High-speed hammers fracture rock along natural cleavage lines.
- Controlled Discharge: Adjustable grate slots ensure precise particle sizing with <5% oversize/fines.
Key Features That Set Our Hammer Crusher Apart
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Manganese-Alloy Hammers | 3x longer service life vs. standard cast iron |
| Hydraulic Adjustable Grates | Quick calibration for different ballast specs |
| Vibration Monitoring System | Prevents catastrophic bearing failures |
| Modular Wear Plates | Replace sections instead of full downtime |
Innovation Highlight: The patented “reverse rotation” cleaning mode automatically clears clogged grates—reducing unplanned stoppages by up to 40%.
Technical Specifications: Engineered for Heavy-Duty Output
- Capacity: 150–400 TPH (varies by material hardness)
- Motor Power: 110–315 kW (electric or diesel options)
- Max Feed Size: 800mm (ideal for direct dump truck feeding)
- Finished Product: 95% within 25–63mm railway spec range
- Weight: 8.5–22 tons (depending on model)
Materials Compatibility: Optimized for Vietnam’s prevalent basalt (>200 MPa compressive strength), limestone, and quartzite. .jpg)
Proven Performance in Vietnamese Rail Projects
A recent installation at a Quảng Ninh quarry achieved:
✅ 23% higher throughput vs. jaw crusher + cone crusher combo
✅ 18% reduction in power consumption per ton produced
✅ Consistent LA abrasion values <18% (exceeds national standards)
(Case study available upon request)
Competitive Advantages Over Traditional Crushing Solutions
| Metric | Hammer Crusher | Jaw+Cone Combo | Roll Crusher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront Cost | $$$$ | $$$$$$ | $$$$ |
| Energy Use (kWh/ton) | 0.8–1.2 | 1.4–1.8 | 1.1–1.5 |
| Fines Generation (%) | <5% | 10–15% | 7–10% |
| Maintenance Hours/Month | ≤4 hrs ≥12 hrs ≥8 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes your hammer crusher better suited for Vietnam’s geology?
Our hammers use a proprietary manganese-steel alloy tested against Vietnamese basalt abrasion rates, coupled with impact angles optimized for fracturing rather than grinding.
Can it handle wet or sticky materials common during monsoon seasons?
Yes—the open-bottom design and optional heated breaker plates prevent material buildup.
What financing options are available?
Flexible leasing plans and trade-in programs exist for replacing outdated cone/jaw setups..jpg)