It takes 30–60 minutes to set up a tracked crusher as standard, depending on the model, the site and the personnel. There is a set procedure to follow, and the preparation methods reduce the time to 30–40 minutes, after which a pre-operation check is mandatory.
Under standard conditions, the set-up time for a crawler crusher ranges from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the model and configuration; and this directly affects the speed at which production operations can commence and the overall efficiency of the crushing process; proper organisation of the preparatory work allows this time to be reduced to a minimum
Several key factors influence the time taken to set up a tracked crusher: site preparation, the availability of auxiliary equipment, the qualifications of the operating personnel, and the technical specifications of the particular model. An unprepared surface with uneven terrain can increase deployment time by a factor of two or more
The standard deployment process comprises the following sequential stages: positioning the crusher at the operating point, levelling the body using hydraulic supports, connecting utilities where required, checking that all components are in working order, and carrying out a test run at idle speed. Each stage is carried out in strict sequence to prevent errors
The time taken for deployment can be reduced by preparing a level, hard-surfaced area in advance, familiarising staff with the instructions for the specific model beforehand, carrying out regular maintenance on the unit, and providing staff training. Experienced teams can install most standard models in 30–40 minutes without compromising the quality of the work
Once all stages of deployment have been completed, a check must be carried out to ensure that the housing is not misaligned, that the hydraulic supports are securely fastened, and that the control systems and safety mechanisms are functioning correctly. Only once these checks have been successfully completed may the loading of raw materials and the crushing process commence.
