Mechanical Technology may 2015

⎪ Materials handling and minerals processing ⎪

New HP5 cone crusher M etso, a leader in reliable, sustainable products and ser- vices in mining, aggregates, oil and gas and other process industries, has introduced its new cone crusher to the global market. Metso designed the new HP5 cone crusher with safety, simplicity and eco-efficiency in mind. Automatic settings, specialised maintenance tools, reduced emissions and energy- efficient motors are just a few of the improvements built into this new cone crusher. The Nordberg ® HP5TM follows the successful HP3, HP4 and HP6 as the fourth model in an all-new range of high-performance cone crushers. The design of new Nordberg HP5 leverages Metso’s 100-plus years of crusher know-how and experience with more than 9 000 HP cone crushers in operation worldwide. The result is a crusher that delivers a perfect combination of efficient crush- ing action, optimal feed size, high performance and the lowest cost per ton. With 5% larger feed size compared to the HP400 and higher capacity than the HP500 in tertiary applications, the HP5 is at the top in its class. In addition, a higher cavity density improves inter-particle crushing action for end-products with more consistent gradation and superior shape. An advanced fastening system for the mantle and bowl liner eliminates the need for backing material and makes liner changes safer and faster, while thicker liners result in more material to wear. The HP5 cone crusher is also easy to disassemble, and all components are accessible from the top or the side. The bowl and head are easily and safely removed with no interference. A new motor support allows the belts to be stretched hydrauli- cally, and lifting points have been redesigned to easily and safely lift the HP5. Platform guards help to ensure operator safety and protection. The HP5 also features Metso’s innovative IC70C crusher auto- mation system. The IC70C is precisely designed to meet customer expectations and crushing plant requirements for consistent pro- duction, safety and easy control of crusher parameters. Feed and discharge conveyors First Quantum Minerals is an established and rapidly growing mining and metals company with seven mines and five developing projects around the world. The company produces copper, nickel, gold, zinc and platinum-group metals. Upon completion, developing projects in Zambia, Panama and Peru will increase FQM’s annual copper produc- tion capacity to more than 1.3-million tons. q availability and commit ourselves to the continuous development of the plant’s operations,” says Metso Finland’s Olli Kellokumpu, sales director for minerals. Installation will begin in the latter part of 2015. The agreement will be booked in phases into Metso’s orders received throughout the term of the agreement.

control, wear compensation, auto setting adjustment and computer remote control are just a few of the many benefits the IC70C system offers. q The HP5 offers 5% larger feed size compared to the HP400 and higher capacity than the HP500 in tertiary applications. In addition, a higher cavity density improves inter-particle crushing action for end products with more consistent gradation and superior shape.

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