Mining equipment supplier Pilot Crushtec has developed a range of modular sand-making plants designed specifically for small-scale producers, aimed at providing a cost-effective, reliable and integrated solution that can be delivered within two months.

Pilot Crushtec sales and marketing director Francois Marais notes that this approach eliminates the inefficiencies and high costs often associated with using mismatched second-hand equipment or waiting months for custom-built plants.

“Many operators put together the components - from crushers and screens to feeders and conveyors - but lose time and money during operations due to inefficiencies and unreliable performance,” Marais says. “Alternatively, if they choose to go with a bespoke plant, tailored for their purposes, this comes at considerable cost and can take many months to design and manufacture.”

The modular sand-making plants reduce risk by delivering a turnkey solution that is purpose-built for sand production. The plants have been designed as a complete ready-to-run solution, offering a fully integrated plant that reduces site preparation and set-up time.

This company’s modular approach ensures that all components fit seamlessly together and are ready to commission. The modules are skid-mounted and designed to work on a flat, level, compacted surface. There is no need for added platforms, welding or extra items such as chutes to be specially fitted on site. 

“A standard plant also brings the benefit of having already been debugged and optimised, so you’re starting with a solution that’s less likely to have hidden flaws,” says Marais. “This also simplifies the maintenance and support for the equipment, as parts are off-the-shelf and easier to source.”

The sand-making plants are available in three sizes. The smallest in the range is the SMP100 which can produce up to 40 t/h of minus 5 mm sand with a recirculating load capacity of 85 t/h through the rotor. The SMP200 model is capable of producing up to 55 t/h, while the SMP300 can produce 100 t/h.

“Our modular systems also have the advantage of scalability, which is ideal for those customers that will require increased capacity later,” adds Marais. “Our well-engineered modular systems allow you to add units or upgrade without overhauling the whole setup, making it easier to scale as your operation grows.”

The sand-making plants are manufactured locally at Pilot Crushtec’s modern ISO-accredited facilities in Jet Park, Johannesburg.