Crusher and Mill: Comprehensive Resource Guide

Overview

Crushers and mills are essential equipment in material size reduction processes for mining, construction, chemical processing, and manufacturing. They break down materials into smaller sizes for further processing or utilization. This guide covers various types of crushers and mills conforming to ISO 10628-2 standards.

P&ID Symbol of Crushers and Mills

Crushers and mills are represented in P&IDs with specific symbols indicating their operational principles and configurations:

Symbol	Name	Description
	Crusher	General-purpose crusher for material size reduction.
	Crusher Cone Type	Features a conical crushing chamber for fine material reduction.
	Crusher Hammer Type	Features a conical crushing chamber for fine material reduction.
	Crusher Impact Type	Operates by applying high-speed impact force.
	Crusher Jaw Type	Utilizes compressive force with a fixed and moving jaw.
	Crusher Roller Type	Uses rollers to crush and grind materials.
	Grinder	General-purpose grinding device for material pulverization.
	Mill Horizontal Rotation Roller Type	Employs rotating rollers for grinding materials.
	Mill Impact Type	Uses impact forces to break down materials.
	Mill Pulverizer	General-purpose pulverizer for reducing materials to fine powders.
	Mill Pulverizer Hammer Type	Utilizes hammering action to pulverize materials.
	Mill Vibration Type	Uses vibration to pulverize and mix materials.

• ISA Standard: Adheres to ISA S5.1 standards.
• ISO 10628-2 Compliance: Reflects configurations for industrial processes.

Applications of Crushers and Mills

Crushers and mills are used in applications requiring material size reduction, including:

1. Mining: Crushing ore for mineral extraction.
2. Construction: Reducing rubble for reuse or disposal.
3. Chemical Processing: Pulverizing materials for reactions.
4. Food and Beverage: Grinding grains and spices.

Types of Crushers and Mills (ISO 10628-2)

Crushers

1. Crusher (General)

   • Description: General-purpose crusher for material size reduction.
   • Applications: Used in mining, construction, and recycling.

2. Crusher Cone Type

   • Description: Features a conical crushing chamber for fine material reduction.
   • Applications: Ideal for secondary and tertiary crushing in mining and aggregates.

3. Crusher Hammer Type

   • Description: Uses high-speed hammers to break materials.
   • Applications: Common in coal and limestone crushing.

4. Crusher Impact Type

   • Description: Operates by applying high-speed impact force.
   • Applications: Suitable for soft to medium-hard materials.

5. Crusher Jaw Type

   • Description: Utilizes compressive force with a fixed and moving jaw.
   • Applications: Best for primary crushing of hard materials.

6. Crusher Roller Type

   • Description: Uses rollers to crush and grind materials.
   • Applications: Suitable for brittle materials.

Mills

7. Grinder

   • Description: General-purpose grinding device for material pulverization.
   • Applications: Used in food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.

8. Mill Horizontal Rotation Roller Type

   • Description: Employs rotating rollers for grinding materials.
   • Applications: Used for high-capacity grinding.

9. Mill Impact Type

   • Description: Uses impact forces to break down materials.
   • Applications: Common in mineral and chemical processing.

10. Mill Pulverizer

    • Description: General-purpose pulverizer for reducing materials to fine powders.
    • Applications: Used in laboratories and industrial settings.

11. Mill Pulverizer Hammer Type

    • Description: Utilizes hammering action to pulverize materials.
    • Applications: Suitable for grinding grains, spices, and chemicals.

12. Mill Vibration Type

    • Description: Uses vibration to pulverize and mix materials.
    • Applications: Ideal for blending and fine grinding.

Data Sheet of Crushers and Mills

General Information

Attribute	Details
Equipment Type	Crusher, Mill
Design	Jaw, Cone, Hammer, Impact, Roller
Operation	Crushing, Grinding, Pulverizing
Standards	ISO 10628-2, ASME
Industries	Mining, Construction, Chemicals

Material Specifications

Component	Material Options
Casing	Cast Iron, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel
Blades/Rollers	Hardened Steel, Alloy Steel
Seals	PTFE, Graphite
Bearings	High-Speed, Ceramic

Technical Specifications

Attribute	Options
Capacity Range	10 kg/h to 10,000 kg/h
Output Size	0.1 mm to 100 mm
Speed Range	500 to 10,000 RPM
Power Rating	5 kW to 500 kW

Accessories and Add-Ons

Accessory	Details
Vibration Monitoring System	Ensures operational safety
Control Panel	Automates operation and monitoring
Dust Collectors	Minimizes environmental impact
Cooling System	Prevents overheating during operation

Micro Data Sheet for Crushers and Mills

Attribute	Value
Material	Cast Iron
Type	Jaw Crusher
Capacity	500 kg/h
Output Size	10 mm
Application	Mining

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Vendor List for Crushers and Mills

1. Metso Outotec: Supplies high-performance crushers and mills for mining and aggregates.
2. FLSmidth: Offers roller crushers and pulverizers for industrial applications.
3. Hosokawa Micron: Specializes in impact mills and hammer pulverizers.

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Cost Data for Crushers and Mills

Parameter	Specification	Estimated Cost
Material	Hardened Steel	$10,000 - $100,000
Type	Cone Crusher	$50,000 - $300,000
Capacity	1,000 kg/h	$30,000 - $200,000

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3D Model of Crushers and Mills

To integrate this 3D model of a crusher in a Process Plant use Model Builder. Download crusher.json. Choose File > Import and use the downloaded file to add the model to the scene. Choose Add > Light > Directional to add directional light.

Related Resources

• P&ID Symbols
• Vendor Selection Guide
• Estimation and Costing

11. Conclusion

Crushers and mills are indispensable for material size reduction in industrial processes. Their diverse designs and operational capabilities make them adaptable for a wide range of applications. Use this guide alongside tools like Micro Data Sheets, Vendor Lists, and Cost AI to make informed decisions and optimize your processes.