Introduction to Ballast Material
Railway ballast is the packed aggregate material (typically 25-60mm) that forms the trackbed and supports railway tracks. High-quality crushed stone ballast must be angular, durable, resistant to weathering, and properly graded for optimal drainage and load distribution. The ideal ballast material is crushed granite, basalt, or quartzite with specific particle size distributions.

Our Ballast Crushing Equipment Solutions
Liming Heavy Industry offers complete ballast crushing solutions with our advanced machinery:
- C6X Series Jaw Crusher – Primary crushing with large feed opening and high capacity
- CI5X Series Impact Crusher – Secondary crushing with cubic-shaped end products
- HPT Hydraulic Cone Crusher – Fine crushing for precise gradation control
- VSI6X Sand Maker – For producing cubical aggregates
- K Series Mobile Crusher – Portable solutions for onsite ballast production
Applications of Ballast Crushing Machines
Our equipment is designed for:
- Railway maintenance and construction projects
- Ballast production plants
- Infrastructure development projects
- High-speed rail construction
- Port and terminal construction
Technical Innovations
Our ballast crushing machines feature:
- Advanced hydraulic systems for easy adjustment
- High chromium plate hammers for extended service life
- Intelligent control systems for optimized production
- Modular designs for quick maintenance
- Dust suppression systems for environmental protection
Capacity and Available Types
Model | Capacity (t/h) | Feed Size (mm) |
---|---|---|
C6X145 | 480-1040 | 1070 |
CI5X1520 | 350-700 | 1000 |
HPT300 | 200-300 | 240 |
VSI6X1263 | 120-400 | 60 |
Ballast Production Process
- Primary crushing with C6X Jaw Crusher
- Secondary crushing with CI5X Impact Crusher/HPT Cone Crusher
- Screening to required sizes
- Tertiary crushing (if needed) with VSI6X Sand Maker
- Washing (optional)
Common Challenges and Solutions
Challenge 1: Unstable product gradation
Solution: Our HPT Cone Crusher with precise hydraulic control maintains consistent output gradation
Challenge 2: High wear part cost
Solution: Our C6X Jaw Crusher features Mn13Cr2 jaw plates that last 2-3 times longer than standard materials
Case Study: Ballast Production in Vietnam
We supplied a complete ballast crushing plant to a Vietnamese railway project in 2021:
- Equipment: 1×C6X145 Jaw Crusher, 2×HPT300 Cone Crushers
- Capacity: 500 t/h finished ballast
- Project Duration: 18 months
- Result: Produced 1.2 million tons of high-quality ballast meeting EN 13450 standards
- Client Feedback: “Our productivity increased by 35% compared to previous suppliers”
Why Choose Liming Heavy Industry
- 20+ years of experience in crushing equipment manufacturing
- ISO 9001 certified production facilities
- Global service network with 30+ countries
- Customized solutions for specific ballast requirements
- Competitive pricing with direct factory supply
Conclusion
For reliable, high-performance ballast crushing machines that meet strict railway specifications, choose Liming Heavy Industry. Contact our experts today for a customized solution quote.
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