The major source of sand that is used in a variety of industries is Quartz. Quartz is mined in the form of Vein quartz, however, there are often other forms of Quartz that are used in the production process. The advantages of Quartz in a variety of industries include the fact that it is chemically inert, highly acid resistant (with the excep[tion of Hydroflouric acid), and soluble in Alkaline solutions. It is also one of the hardest minerals – second only to diamond.
Application Fields Of Quartz Sand
Silica sand produced from Quartz is used in paints and plastics, sealants and adhesives, as a key component in various types of abrasives, the manufacture of ceramics and glass, filtration, surface treatment in sports and leisure facilities, in foundries, construction, chemicals production, in oil production, metallurgical applications, and agriculture. It is also used in the food production and preparation industries due to the fact that it is highly resistant to bacterial growth.
The Workflow Of The Sand Making Line
A sand processing plant is essential in order to produce a fine grade of Silica sand – and the process by which the sand is produced consists of a number of stages. The first process of the sand processing line is crushing, followed by grinding, sizing, beneficiation, dewatering and drying.
The sand processing plant will make use of various types of feeds. These feeds will supply Quartz aggregate to a number of different types of rock crushing equipment for sale. These will include various sizes of Jaw Crusher (that are commonly used in mining operations). These types of crushers are extremely robust and low maintenance. They boast high production capacity and low operating costs, including ease of maintenance. Many of the modern versions of this type of crusher can also feature automated adjustment of the feeder, crusher, and conveyer.
Another popular type of rock crusher used in the Sand Processing Plant is the cone crusher. This is another type of crusher that is immensely durable. It also offers cost-efficient operation and can have an extremely high impact on the bottom line of any operation due to a high return on investment. Secondary cone crushers are all able to handle a wide variety of materials – including Quartz.
The second stage of the sand production process is feeding the crushed aggregate through a grinder to further reduce its size. A variety of mills are used to effect this process. These include both High-Pressure Grinding Rolls and
Ball/Rod Mills.
The third stage of the process is to remove any impurities that are present in the mix. These impurities can include mica, heavy minerals, feldspar, and oxides.
Finally, the Silica is washed and dried.
There are a large number of suppliers of various types of machinery used in the sand processing industry. The buyer should choose a mining equipment company that has built an excellent reputation in the supply of this machinery. Many can offer a turnkey solution from crushers to mills and dryer/dewatering equipment. These companies will also often be able to offer expert advice in order to ensure that the entire operation is streamlined and cost-effective.