Scrubbing Equipment
SQUEAKY CLEAN SAnd
In the wet processing of construction aggregates, scrubbing is the action of removing clays, vegetation and other unwanted, sometimes sticky coatings. When it discharges, a scrubbed material transforms into a higher grade, higher-value product.
Washing Equipment Handbook
Blade Mill Washer
Liquifies material before screening
Improves screening efficiency
Breaks up clay, mud, silt, soils
Coarse Material Washer
Removes dust from surface of rocks
Removes unwanted sand from feed
Improves material to meet spec
Log Washer
Removes toughest insoluble, clays
5X more power than coarse screws
Removes sand to improve scrubbing
Attrition Mill
Surface scrubbing and polishing
Breaks up bonded clusters
Meets turbidity/color requirements
Pugmill Mixer
Counter-rotating mixing shafts
Evenly blends multiple materials
Produces a single uniform product
Real Stories, Proven Performance
TECH TIP: Low Water Sand Processing
[various], USA
Application
Granite Crushing
Product
Alliance® Low Water Washer
Helix® Cyclones
SUMMARY
Sustainable sand processing is key to profitability. By adopting water-wise practices and maximizing recovery, operations can reduce water use and boost efficiency.
VIEW CASE STUDY
CRH: Lyman-Richey Corporation
Nebraska, USA
industry
Aggregates:
Sand & Gravel
Product
Compact Washing System
SUMMARY
CRH teamed up with Superior Industries to create a compact, efficient plant with advanced screening, scrubbing, and classification systems for clean, spec-ready sand, gravel, and rock.
VIEW CASE STUDY
Rilite Aggregate
Nevada, USA
Industry
Aggregates: Recycled Concrete
Product
Alliance® Low Water Washer
SUMMARY
Rilite Aggregate tackled excessive water use in sand washing by replacing their 2200-gallon-per-minute system with a compact washer that met capacity without altering their plant layout.
