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tonne advantages over the use of track- mounted options,” says Voigt.
While track-mounted plants have gained popularity throughout Europe over past years, Voigt says that today’s emission regulations, and the use of multiple track- mounted plants on one site have made their operation far more costly. He explains that each tracked plant has its own diesel engine to operate, maintain and service – and each tracked plant has an exhaust outlet that requires a permit.
“Alternatively, an operation can bring in one wheeled portable spread with one genset (or the use of online power) and one exhaust outlet to permit,” says Voigt. He adds that wheeled portable plants deliver greater capacities while holding more of their value over time – versus the lower capacities, rapid depreciation and shorter lifespan of tracked equipment.
Screen and Wash Plant with Fine Material Screw and Dewatering Screen
Portable Plant with Superior Horizontal Screen and Cone Crusher
Importantly, ongoing developments in wheeled portable plant design have resulted in faster setup times and greater ease of maintenance and operation.
“For example, advantages such as Superior’s patent-pending level-assist technology reduces labor force and setup time requirements by automatically leveling the plant once it’s raised to its desired height,” says Voigt.
When compared to tracked equipment, wheeled portable plants offer both a lower cost of ownership and operation – while their streamlined setup, sustainability, and multiple product processing capabilities boost cost-efficiency in a big way.
Wheeled Spirit Sand Plant
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