Mobile asphalt batch mix plants are designed and selected for mobility. Customer want them for shifting sites and taking jobs that are difficult to do with a stationary plant. It is important to note that the layout of a mobile asphalt batch mix plant should be prioritizing the flow of materials. The focus should be to have a flow which will be seamless and use minimum time and efforts in day to day operation. The site layout should be in such a way that it will be having smooth flow of materials and even the vehicular movements should be unrestricted.
Mobile machines have paved way to success for the modern day road contractors and they offer high levels of flexibility and customization. Its proper utilization will be more beneficial in the long run. From loading of raw materials in the equipment to unloading of the hot mix material – all should be simple and straightforward. Considerations for proper foundation, good all round visibility and even good drainage will be beneficial for the site layout conditions. The alignment of components also play an important as it makes loading and unloading easy.
Overall design layout principles for mobile asphalt batch mix plant:
The mobile batch mix asphalt plant will be organized in a way that production is done in a streamlined manner. The benefits of having a proper layout are immense. At the time when we decide the configuration of the equipment, the site layout should be well kept in mind.
The construction of the asphalt batch mix plant and component selection should include parameters for storage of raw materials like aggregates and bitumen. If the continuous flow of raw materials is hampered, the production can be hampered.
Key considerations for optimised layout of the mobile asphalt batching plant
- Maximising use of the land: The layout should take full control and use of the land including its topography. Equipment should also be compact wherever possible.
- Process: Process is important. It should be avoiding any thing that will hamper productivity.
- Transportation of materials: Transportation of materials should be in a smooth flow. Vehicular pathways should not be hampering any other operation in the site area.
- Storage of raw materials: Ample raw materials should be stored for continuous production. It is also important to have raw material near the feeding bunkers. Aggregates should be on an elevated land or sloped land if possible. This will ensure that in case of rain the water will not hold back in the aggregates.
- Drainage: Proper drainage should be considered while selecting and constructing a site.
- Building spacing: Any other buildings nearby should be at a safe distance from this plant.
- Parking for vehicles: Vehicle parking and equipment parking area should be considered and planned.
- Any kind of emergency movement or rescue should be considered in the layout.
- There should also be consideration for any future expansion or addition of any components.
- Ample space should be present near the machine for operating a crane. The crane might be required for maintenance or for dismantling the equipment.
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Asphalt batch plants have the ability to carry the weight of any project with ease. But they need to be placed in a proper way and layout to be optimised for maximum efficiency. We can work with our customers and help them with selection and planning of their layout. Contact us to know more about how we can align together.
Some additional information:
What is a mobile asphalt batch mix plant?
It is a facility for making hot mix asphalt but it is a portable facility. Usually its advantages can be: quick setup and quick relocation.
How much space is required for installing a mobile asphalt batch mix plant?
Installation space required can vary depending on the plant configuration. But in general a 55 x 55 meter area can be sufficient for installation of the plant including storage for aggregates.
