Tracked Mobile Screening Plant

What Exactly Is A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant? Why Is It An Essential Partner For Many Jobs?

A tracked mobile screening plant is a machine. It separates materials into different sizes. It has a screen box. It moves on tracks. It is built on a heavy frame. This frame lets it handle rough ground. It is easy to move from one place to another. This makes it very useful on projects where the work location changes often. Think about building roads or construction sites. These sites need to process stone or soil right there. A mobile screening plant means you do not have to haul material far away to screen it.
This machine is like a processing plant on tracks. Material goes in one end. The screens vibrate. Different sizes of material fall through or stay on top. The separated material comes out on conveyors. This saves you time and money. It helps finish projects faster. It also cuts down on transport costs.

Leave The Wheels, Take The “Tracks”: How Is A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant Better Than A Wheeled One?

When you pick tracks for your mobile screening plant, you get better movement on bad ground. Wheeled machines need flat, firm ground to move. Tracks can handle soft soil, mud, and uneven surfaces. They spread the machine’s weight over a larger area. This means the machine is less likely to get stuck. Tracks also give better grip. This is important when going up hills or over bumpy ground.
Think about a mine site or a recycling yard. The ground is often rough. There may be a lot of loose rock or debris. Mud can be a problem when it rains. Wheeled machines have a hard time moving in these conditions. A tracked machine can go right through. It is also more stable when working on uneven ground. The tracks provide a solid base. This makes the screening process safer and steadier. If your job site is not flat or has bad ground, tracks are usually better. They give you more freedom where you can work.

Mines, Construction Sites, Demolition Areas, Even Farms… Which Places Need A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant Most?

The places that need a tracked mobile screening plant most are where job sites change often or the ground is bad.

• Quarries: They process rock. The machine can move closer to where they blast. This cuts down on hauling distance.
• Construction Sites: They process crushed stone or recycle concrete. The machine can move as the building or road project moves ahead.
• Demolition Sites: They handle concrete blocks and brick waste. The machine can move around piles of rubble.
• Mine Sites: They process ore. The machine moves as the mining face moves.
• Recycling Yards: They handle different types of waste. The machine can move between different piles of material.
  Ground conditions are often poor or change fast in these places. Piles of material grow or shrink. You need to move the machine to stay efficient. Tracked machines make this easy. It saves you time and money on hauling materials. It brings the processing to the material. It is not just for big projects. Small projects in difficult places can benefit a lot too.

What Materials Can A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant Process? Can It “Screen” Anything From Big Stones To Fine Soil?

A tracked mobile screening plant can process many different materials. This includes big rocks down to fine sand or soil.

• Crushed Rock: Granite, basalt, limestone, and more. This is common in quarries and construction.
• River Gravel/Stone: Natural stone from riverbeds. Used for concrete and asphalt.
• Recycled Concrete and Asphalt: From demolition and road work. Processed into new aggregate.
• Sand and Gravel: Used for building and landscaping. Screened into different sizes.
• Ores: Many types of ore need sizing before more processing.
• Topsoil and Compost: Used for landscaping and farming. Screened to remove large pieces.
  The type of material changes how you set up the machine. It affects the screen mesh you use. It also affects the machine’s speed. A good mobile screening plant is flexible. It can handle many different jobs. But sticky materials can be harder to process. Wet clay or mud can cause problems. You need the right setup to handle those materials well.

Inclined Screen, Horizontal Screen… What Is The Difference In Screen Boxes On A Tracked Screener? Which One For My Material?

Tracked screening plants can use different types of screen boxes. Each type is good for specific materials and jobs. The screen box vibrates. This vibration separates the material sizes.

1. Inclined Vibrating Screen: This is the most common type. The screen surface is placed at an angle. Material moves down the angle because of gravity and vibration. This works well for most dry or slightly wet materials. It is simple and dependable.
2. Horizontal Vibrating Screen: The screen surface is mostly flat. Special parts make the material move forward. This type screens material more accurately. It handles sticky or wet materials better than inclined screens. Material stays on the screen longer. This lets more fine material pass through.
3. Grizzly Screen: This is usually at the start of the machine. It removes very large rocks before material goes into the main screen box. It is made of strong bars. This protects crushers or the main screen box from damage.

Choosing the type depends on your material. Is it sticky? Do you need very exact sizes? How much fine material is there? An inclined screen is a good general choice. A horizontal screen is better for wet or sticky things. It is also better when you need very exact sizes.

One Layer, Two Layers, Or More Screen Mesh? How Do You Pick The Number Of Screen Box Layers And Mesh Mix Based On What Finished Sizes You Need?

The number of screen layers you need depends on how many different final product sizes you want. Each screen layer has holes of a different size.

• Single Layer: This gives you two products. Oversized material stays on top. Material smaller than the holes goes through. This is for simple jobs.
• Double Layer: This gives you three products. Oversized material on the top screen. Middle size material between the two screens. Material smaller than the bottom screen is at the very bottom. This is common in standard aggregate production.
• Three Layers (or more): This gives you four or more products. Each extra layer adds one more size separation. You use this when you need many different exact sizes of material.
  You also need to pick the right screen mesh size for each layer. The size of the holes in the mesh decides the size of the material that passes through. For example, if you want 10mm to 20mm gravel, you might use a 20mm mesh on top and a 10mm mesh on the bottom. The mesh material is also important. Woven wire mesh is common. Polyurethane mesh lasts longer when processing harsh materials. Rubber mesh is good for sticky materials. Picking the right number of layers and the right screen mesh size for each layer is key to getting the exact product sizes you need and screening efficiently.

What Is The Real Capacity Of A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant? What Factors Affect Its Efficiency?

The real amount of material a tracked mobile screening plant can process changes a lot. It depends on several things. The numbers you see in brochures (like “300 tons per hour”) are the maximum possible capacity in perfect conditions.

• Material Type: Rock that screens easily processes faster than wet, sticky clay. Clay can block the screens. This slows down the speed a lot.
• Feed Size: Material that is smaller when it goes in screens faster than larger material. The machine may have a limit on the largest size it can take.
• Required Product Sizes: Making many small, exact sizes takes more time and screen area than making one large size.
• Moisture Content: Wet, sticky material screens much slower. The water makes fine material stick together.
• Machine Setup and Operation: Running the machine at the correct speed and with a steady feed of material is important. Bad feeding slows down the output.
• Screen Media: The type of screen and how good it is affects how fast material passes through. Blocked or worn screens slow things down.

Is The Daily Operation And Maintenance Of A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant Complex? What About Track Life And Cost?

Maintenance for a tracked mobile screening plant is more complex than for fixed equipment. You need to do maintenance often. This is because it works in bad places and it moves.

• Daily Checks: You must check fluid levels (engine oil, hydraulic oil, coolant). Check grease points. Look at the condition of belts, hoses, and screens.
• Screen Checks: Check screens daily for wear, holes, or blocking. Change worn screens fast.
• Track System: Check tracks, rollers, and tension every day. Clean out dirt and rocks stuck in the tracks.
• Conveyor Belts: Check belts for wear, damage, and if they are running straight. Adjust the scrapers.
• Vibration Unit: Listen for strange noises. Check bolts to make sure they are tight.

The hydraulic system and engine need regular service based on working hours. This includes changing fluids and filters. The tracks themselves need special care. They will wear out. How fast they wear depends on the ground. Hard rock wears them faster than soft dirt. Parts for the track system like rollers and chains cost a lot to replace. You need a good plan to grease them and check them regularly. If you take care of it every day, you can avoid big problems later.

Engine and Hydraulic System Care

Tracked screeners have a diesel engine. It powers the tracks and the screen. They also have a hydraulic system. This system moves the tracks, supports, and folding belts. A technical point: The temperature of the hydraulic oil is very important for how well the system works and how long it lasts. When working long hours or in hot weather, the hydraulic oil can get too hot. This causes problems. System pressure can be unsteady. Movements can be slow. Seals can break. Make sure the hydraulic oil cooler is clean. Use the correct type of hydraulic oil. Change the filters regularly. This is key to keeping the hydraulic system reliable.
The diesel engine also needs care. It works hard in dust, heat, or cold. In hot places, the cooling system works hard. In high places, the engine makes less power. You need good engine maintenance. Check coolant, oil, and air filters often. Check radiator fins and fan belts. A common problem in outdoor work is the engine getting too hot and stopping.

When Buying A Tracked Mobile Screening Plant, Besides Technical Specs, What “Inside Secrets” Should I Know?

When you pick a tracked mobile screening plant, you cannot just look at the numbers in the brochure. Technical details are important. But other things are also very important for your success.

• Manufacturer Experience: How long has the company built these machines? Do they understand problems on real job sites? ZONEDING has built mining equipment since 2004. This gives us a lot of experience.
• Build Quality: Look at the frame welds, the strength of the parts, and the paint quality. A strong structure means the machine will last longer with strong vibration and impacts.
• Ease of Maintenance: Can your team easily reach grease points, filters, and main parts? Is changing the screen mesh easy? Good design makes maintenance faster and safer.
• Service and Parts Support: Can the manufacturer get you spare parts quickly? Do they have tech support or repair people who can come to your area? Downtime costs a lot of money. Good support is worth more than you think.
• Custom Options: Can the maker adjust the machine for your exact needs? Maybe you need a special conveyor length or screen setup.
• Customer Cases: Can the manufacturer give you contacts for other buyers? Talk to them. Ask about their experience using the machine and working with the company.

Do not just compare price and tons per hour numbers. Think long term. How reliable is the machine? How easy is it to maintain? How good is the support? These softer things can save you a lot of trouble and money later.