We can simply categorize an asphalt plant in the two types. The method of working of both the types is different. Both of them have their features and advantages. The basic types / categories of asphalt plants available are:
● Drum type continuous plant and
● Batch type of asphalt plant.
The advantages and salient features of a drum mix type of asphalt plant are different compared to the batch mix type of plant. Both the equipment will make hot mix asphalt. The end product is the same but the process in which the end product is produced is very different. The quality of the end product (hot mix asphalt) is also very different. Since the batch plant employs a more stringent process, the end product produced is much better compared to a drum plant. The drum type of continuous plant employs a simpler process to produce hot mix asphalt.
Atlas is known to produce stationary as well as mobile type of drum mix plants. A mobile plant is certainly more advantageous because of the sheer value that it can offer. As the name suggests the mobile plant is more suited to move places quickly. The equipment is designed slightly differently and has more features and advantages to facilitate mobility.
A continuous (drum mix) type plant produces HMA in a simpler method. It has its own advantages and features when compared with any other type. It needs less space to transport. One of the top benefits will include its easy operation, maintenance and low initial cost of investment. It is also preferred for setting up in tight spaces. Such type is always preferred for its ability to fast produce hot mix asphalt in a short period of time after arrival at the site.
Mobile asphalt drum mix plant (Features and advantages)
The mobile type of asphalt mix plant has many features and advantages. It is preferred because of its quick ability to move different places. The compact design and ease of usage is one of the best points of a mobile asphalt mix plant. In a mobile drum mix plant, the drum unit is the main component. It is designed to heat the aggregates in the first half. In the second half the drum unit will mix the aggregates with bitumen. Both the processes are done inside a single unit and hence the name drum mix plant. This process is continuous and hence drum mixers are also referred to as continuous mix plants.
The ease of manoeuvrability, ease of usage and the sheer profitability that this design offers are unmatched. The focus is in making small improvements from our previous design. The considerable improvements in the design of mobile asphalt drum mix plant have given amazing results. Many customers from different countries like Nigeria, Tanzania, Algeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Botswana, Malawi, Philippines, Myanmar, etc. have taken advantage of our quality product.
Our aim is to product a strong product that can perform and deliver. In the mobile plant all the chassis are fully and truly mobile. It needs a prime mover that can move each chassis. The chassis come with axles, pneumatic braking and king pin attachment. The components are pre wired for ease of usability. It is much easy to move the mobile plant in different places because of these added advantages.
We at Atlas also manufacture, supply and export stationary asphalt drum mix plants from capacity range 20 tph to 150 tph. These are more suited for customers looking to get high volume of output without moving often.
Atlas is also manufacturer and supplier of counterflow asphalt drum mix plants. The same is offered in different configuration like single drum type counterflow, double drum type and drum and mixer type. It all depends on the customer’s requirement and preference. The design and solutions are altered for customer preferences even though we need to make tailor made solutions.
Some Features and benefits of mobile asphalt drum mixers:
Below are the features and benefits of mobile type of asphalt drum mixers by Atlas.
● Fully mobile design with all components mobile.
● Only prime mover is required – just attach the chassis with king pin system and travel.
● All components are prewired – plug and play system.
● Axles are with wheel hubs and pneumatic braking system.
● Less installation time and less civil work costs.
● 1260 Degree Celsius resistant coated cerawool for thermal insulation of the drum. It is covered by SS sheet drying drum. This optional coating helps in maximum heat retention of the drying and mixing drum unit.
● Half chain drive for drum. This helps in less vibration and trouble free operation.
● Drum burner available with different fuel options.
● Rugged and proven design. Easy mobility is the highlight.
● Dry and wet dust collector for pollution control on same chassis with drum unit. This aids maximum mobility and quick installation.
● Fully covered bitumen tanks for maximum heat retention. Bitumen tanks are also mobile.
● Continuous improvement in the design to simplify operation and maintenance.
● Optional PLC control panel is advanced and maintenance free. It also offers many options and customizations.
● All components are factory tested prior to dispatch.
Atlas manufactures and supplies stationary and mobile type of asphalt drum mix plants. These plants have very well performed in many countries. It is a proven, sturdy and reliable design that can be erected and made operational in a few days’ time. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact Atlas Industries.