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Imagine that your production line has been optimized to a specific level and everything is going well. You have maximized your operation and are producing at an optimal level under existing conditions… until things change. Whether due to greater market demand or the ability to extract different ore properties from different sections of the mine, production requirements may increase.

Do you know what to do when it comes to increasing production or effectively adjusting your production system?
When confronted with this situation, there are several factors to consider:

1. Can the existing system handle the increased load?
2. Do the properties of the ore increase the workload of the crushing and grinding equipment?
3. Do you have the right equipment?
4. Can the operating parameters be changed quickly?
5. How will the final yield and quality be affected?

With commodity prices subject to fluctuation, it’s important to find solutions that keep production systems flexible. The following are key points to consider when reviewing the three core options of optimization, upgrade, and replacement:

Optimization
1. A two-step approach to optimizing a crushing circuit: firstly, optimizing the performance of the equipment and secondly, optimizing the overall performance of the circuit.
2. Optimizing a piece of equipment includes an examination of all aspects of the equipment to greatly improve process and mechanical performance. It can start with the crushing chamber of the crusher. Over the life of the mine, production targets for a single crushing section can be adjusted considerably. Ore properties can also exhibit a high degree of variability. If the wear components of a crusher are not designed for these changing conditions, production will drop and maintenance will be more costly. Once the Mantle is optimized, it will benefit the entire concentrator, providing excellent improvements in product gradation and reduced energy consumption.

A comprehensive approach to improving production entails enhancing the entire crushing circuit. This strategy redistributes workload to equipment with greater capacity. However, it is crucial to note that each process adjustment impacts other processes.

Upgrading
Process optimization is a valuable solution for businesses with production limitations due to existing equipment. If your crusher is an older model with limited design capacity, consider upgrading your equipment. This approach can revitalize your equipment, minimize expenses, and offer a variety of upgrade options that can be implemented annually to boost annual revenues while adhering to cyclical capital expenditure limits. Upgrades can also enhance annual production by reducing downtime. This is because older models may lack effective over-iron release, leading to excessive downtime and high maintenance costs.

It is important to emphasize that while upgrades can resolve numerous issues, they must address system limitations to ensure effective resolution and prevent the emergence of new problems.

Replacement
Technology is continually advancing, including in the field of crushers. The latest generation of crushers can substantially improve crushing capacity, end product gradation, and crushing ratio. They also provide enhanced control of feed opening width when adjusting the crusher discharge opening. Incorporating a new crusher can significantly boost plant throughput and reduce operating costs in the crushing section.

Please compare the budgets and production needs
In certain instances, existing equipment may not be sufficient to meet new production demands, necessitating the addition of new capacity. At this juncture, it would be prudent to consider integrating additional equipment. Consulting with a team of experts is always beneficial, and the SHANVIM team is available to work with you to determine the best opportunities for additional capacity and the equipment needed to meet current and future production needs. Regardless of the option selected, it will have a significant impact on your overall operation and necessitates a cost-benefit analysis. Our team is here to assist you with this matter.

SHANVIM can offer you a lot of good advice and solutions in terms of spare parts for mining equipment, and we look forward to bringing you more economic benefits!