Industrial pre-crusher for coarse crushing

Optimize your production line by efficiently transforming clumped materials into free-flowing, pre-crushed flakes, crucial for seamless granulation and precision grinding processes.

Crushes and Prepares Materials for Processing

The Pre-Crusher APC from Hosokawa is an essential device designed for pre-processing solid materials in various industries, from chemicals to food and pharmaceuticals. Engineered to crush and prepare materials, the APC utilizes counter-rotating grinding rollers to break down large, non-free-flowing flakes into smaller, more manageable pieces for further processing.

This robust equipment supports applications such as initial crushing stages in flake granulation and creating dust-free coarse materials. It’s ideal for producing end-products like pharmaceutical tablets, granulated graphite, and wax pellets. With a throughput capacity ranging from 1 to 120 tons per hour, it accommodates diverse industrial needs.

The Pre-Crusher APC features a drive unit with options up to 2 x 15 kW, ensuring powerful and efficient operation. It accommodates a range of roller diameters and working widths, suited for various material sizes and process requirements.

Designed for continuous operation, this pre-crusher integrates seamlessly into existing production lines and is available in customization options to match specified operational conditions. Additionally, hardened break-off pins and task-welded break-off discs ensure durability and consistent performance across different batch runs.

Compliant with industry standards, the APC from Hosokawa offers reliable operation and engineering support, with possible customizable configurations to fit specific process demands.

Benefits

  • Enhances processing efficiency by preparing materials for downstream grinding and granulation.
  • Increases production capacity with a throughput of up to 120 tons per hour.
  • Reduces maintenance needs with durable construction and hardened components.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing production lines for continuous operation.
  • Customizable configurations to match specific industrial and material requirements.

General


Applications
Sugar and sweeteners,Dishwashing powder,Lithium-ion batteries,Crop protection agents,Lactose and dairy products,Minerals,Technical ceramic,Chemicals,Food,Graphite rounding,Flame retardants,Fertiliser,Medicinal herbs,Luxury foods,Pharma,Spices,Tea,Animal feed,Special flours,Additive manufacturing polymer,Titanium dioxide,Industrial wax,Recovered carbon black,Metals,Cocoa processing,Recycling,Lignin,Thickening agents,Protein shifting
End products
Activated carbon,Crop protection granules,Wax pellets,Polymer powders for 3d printing,Dishwashing detergent granules,Fertilizer pellets,Protein powder,Tea particles,Animal feed pellets,Titanium dioxide pigments,Spice blends,Cocoa powder,Pharmaceutical tablets,Specialty flour blends,Technical ceramic components,Luxury confectionery ingredients,Binding agents,Battery-grade lithium materials,Flame retardant additives,Granulated sugar,Ground lignin,Thickening additive granules,Pre-crushed flakes,Sweetener particles,Granulated graphite,Dairy powder
Steps before
Flake Formation,Particle Agglomeration,Coarse Grinding
Steps after
Granulation,Fine Grinding,Size Reduction,Screening
Input ingredients
flakes,plates,clumped materials
Output ingredients
pieces,particle sizes < 30 mm,dust-free coarse particles,free-flowing materials
Market info
Hosokawa Alpine is known for its expertise in manufacturing advanced process equipment and systems for powder and particle processing technology. It has a strong reputation for innovation, quality engineering, and customer-focused solutions in various industries.

Technical Specifications


Roller diameter
300 mm
Working width
200 to 800 mm
Drive unit power
2 x 1.5 kW to 2 x 15 kW
Throughput capacity
1 – 120 t/h
Particle size after crushing
< 30 mm

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Counter rotating grinding rollers
Preliminary Crushing Stage
Yes,before granulation
Automation Level
Manual
Dust-Free Coarse Crushing
Yes
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Cleaning Method
Manual

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Roller diameter
300 mm
Working width
200 to 800 mm
Drive unit
2 x 1.5 kW to 2 x 15 kW
Machine size
Pre-Crusher A PC200 to PC800

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / Touchscreen
Integration possibilities
SCADA / PLC systems
Machine sizes
Pre-Crusher A PC200 to A PC800
Construction type
-P / -D