Astec-Telestack equipment is used for stockpiling and linking in quarries around the world.
THE RISE OF MULTIFUNCTION MACHINES IN QUARRYING
In an operating environment marked by rising input costs, tighter margins and increasing pressure to do more with less, quarry operators are rethinking their equipment strategy.
T i here is a noticeable shift from single-purpose machines to versatile, multifunctional solutions, according to Andre Kruger, Astec Industries regional product and sales manager. He reports increasing demand from the local aggregate sector for Astec-Telestack’s range of bulk material handling systems and Rock Breaker Technology’s Astec-BTI hydraulic breakers and boom systems. These renowned, high-performance brands, both of which are supplied and serviced in South Africa and across the African continent by Astec Industries, are helping astute producers to keep their costs down and productivity up, Kruger states. Astec-Telestack products deliver enhanced flexibility and efficiency in handling dry bulk material, whether from the pit, the port or plant. Rock Breaker Technology is a leading provider of Astec- BTI hydraulic rockbreakers, boom systems and demolition attachments. “By replacing traditional fixed infrastructure with mobile, high-capac- ity and versatile bulk material handling systems from Astec-Telestack, customers can reduce operational costs by up to 80% in some applications, maximise production rates and reap the benefits of superior flexibility. Astec-Telestack’s tracked, wheeled and rail-mounted conveyors, hoppers and stackers allow operators to move from pit-to-port, often eliminating the need for wheel loaders and trucks. “Astec-Telestack equipment is used for stockpiling and linking in quar- ries around the world, handling an array of materials from road base to limestone. All these quarries recognise the many benefits of Astec- Telestack products, including eliminating the need for front end loaders on the site - along with their labour, fuel and maintenance costs. The double
handling of the material is reduced and productivity increased. With Astec-Telestack products, different grades or material can be moved and stockpiled quickly and efficiently.” Astec-BTI rock breaker systems increase quarries’ throughput and improve safety. Kruger expands: “By reducing material to the correct size and reducing material blockages efficiently, Astec-BTI rock break- ers reduce crusher downtime and increase overall plant productivity. Safety is improved because these systems eliminate the need for secondary blasting and reduce the need for manual handling of rock by operators.” Astec-Telestack radial telescopic stackers - like the AggStack TS 36 X 140 and the RSL30 fixed radial stacker - offer one of the most cost efficient and effective ways of stock- piling material on the market, Kruger states. “The AggStack unit has a production capacity of 800 mtph
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