Sandvik Construction launches crushing chamber upgrade package

Through the launch of Optiagg Sandvik Construction now offers a new dimension in operational support for its CH430, CH440 and CH660 cone crusher models. As well as complete redesign of the mantle to deliver greater efficiency, the real benefits are to be found from the computer modeling and analysis, as they provide a scientific approach that secures more of the most valuable fractions without costly trial and error.

Tailored improvements

Effectively Optiagg takes the guesswork out of optimizing crusher performance as there is a step-by-step process that includes analysis of the current conditions, modeling to identify the optimal configuration and setup, as well as the validation of the outcome. This results in the chamber setup being able to be fine-tuned according to the desired output, and the specific demands of the application.

Typically, customers want to gain more of a specific fraction while either reducing the level of fines, or increasing the reduction ratio. Through using Optiagg a clear insight into the gains that can be expected can be seen, with the resulting improvements being predictable and consistent. This enables an accurate economic forecast of the crusher''s output, and, in most cases, the investment will pay for itself within a short timeframe.

Jesper Persson, Vice President Crusher Spare & Wear Parts, Sandvik Construction explains: “Optiagg is not just a new product – it''s a completely new approach that enables us to deliver what the customer wants with greater certainty. We can promise more truckloads of the most valuable fractions. The customers who tested Optiagg were amazed when they calculated their potential annual gains. If you have a Sandvik cone crusher, it''s truly a no-brainer solution.”

Additional savings

Optimizing output through using Optiagg can result in a number of further potential benefits, including reduced wear and tear on the mantle and concave ring, as well as possible energy savings.

For further information, please contact:

Emilie El Tarzi,

Marketing Communications Specialist,

Sandvik Construction

Tel: +46 (0) 70 616 53 99

E-mail: Emilie.ElTarzi@sandvik.com

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Sandvik is a global industrial group with advanced products and world-leading positions in selected areas – tools for metal cutting, equipment and tools for the mining and construction industries, stainless materials, special alloys, metallic and ceramic resistance materials as well as process systems. In 2013 the Group had about 47,000 employees and representation in 130 countries, with annual sales of about 87,000 million SEK.

Sandvik Construction is a business area within the Sandvik Group providing solutions for virtually any construction industry application encompassing such diverse businesses as surface and underground rock quarrying, tunneling, excavation, demolition, road building, recycling and civil engineering. The range of products includes rock tools, drilling rigs, breakers, bulk-materials handling and crushing and screening machinery. In 2013 sales amounted to more than 8,601 MSEK, with approximately 3,147 employees (pro forma rounded numbers).