Is setting up a sand production line profitable? What configuration is needed to set up a sand production line with an hourly output of 400 tons? Looking at the current sand and gravel market, investing in the sand and gravel industry is a sure-fire way to make money. Due to rapid economic development in various regions, natural sand and gravel resources have long been depleted, resulting in a situation where “there is a price for sand, but it is hard to find even a single grain.” The government has begun to emphasize the protection of natural resources, vigorously supporting the development of the manufactured sand industry and providing corresponding preferential policies. This has created more possibilities for the development of customers in the manufactured sand industry, which is undoubtedly the happiest thing for those engaged in sand production.

So how should a sand production line with a capacity of 400 tons per hour be configured to maximize its functionality? The key to evaluating the quality of a sand and gravel aggregate production line is the rationality of its overall configuration. A good configuration can not only effectively increase output but also reduce production costs for customers. Since the configuration of sand and gravel aggregate production lines varies depending on the output and the type of stone, this article details several common production lines capable of producing 400 tons of sand per hour.

The production line is configured as follows: vibrating feeder + jaw crusher + impact crusher + sand making machine + vibrating screen + belt conveyor.

This sand making production line is already in operation with the customer, with a stable output of approximately 400 tons per hour. In addition to the sand making machine, other auxiliary equipment is also included, further increasing production efficiency. The customer is very satisfied with the quality of our machines and our service, stating that since investing in our machines, not only has their output increased, but they have also never experienced downtime due to machine malfunctions.

Configuration Scheme for a 400-ton Sand Production Line

A complete sand production line includes: a vibrating feeder, jaw crusher, impact crusher, sand making machine, circular vibrating screen, sand washing machine, conveyor belt, etc. Alternatively, a hammer crusher can be used for the crushing stage, which combines coarse and medium crushing functions, enabling one-time stone forming. A mobile sand making machine can also be selected, offering greater flexibility for use in confined spaces and making operation more convenient and faster.

Configuration Option 1 (Mobile)

Raw Material: Limestone

Feed Size: ≤1000mm

Finished Product Specifications: 0-5mm, 5-10mm, 10-22mm, 20-30mm (four aggregate sizes)

Production Line Configuration: Raw material silo, vibrating feeder, PE990*1200 jaw crusher (mobile), PF1520 impact crusher (mobile), HVI sand making machine, vibrating screen, and several conveyors.

Advantages of this configuration: High degree of automation, easy mobility, unaffected by site conditions, high crushing rate, uniform product particle size and good particle shape, simple equipment maintenance, reliable operation, and convenient operation.

Configuration Option Two (Fixed)

Raw Material: Coal Gangue

Feed Size: ≤800mm

Finished Product Specifications: 0-5mm, 5-10mm, 10-22mm, 20-30mm (four aggregate sizes)

Production Line Configuration: Raw material silo, vibrating feeder, HD110 jaw crusher, cone crusher, HX sand making machine, vibrating screen, sand washing machine, and several conveyors.

Advantages of this configuration: Compared to mobile systems, it is more affordable, operates stably, and has high production efficiency, meeting the production needs of 400 tons of sand.