A mobile crushing and screening plant is more than just a set of machines. It’s a strategic investment that increases flexibility, reduces transport costs, and speeds up deployment. At Apache Ironworks, we design custom mobile systems that meet the real-world demands of aggregate producers, contractors, and miners across North America.

Industry studies show that mobile solutions can cut hauling costs by up to 30% (Scispace). Here’s how Apache approaches building a mobile plant that works.

Step 1: Define Production Goals

Every project begins by answering a few critical questions:

• What materials will be processed?
• What are the required output sizes and tonnage per hour?
• How frequently will the system move from site to site?
  

Defining these needs helps determine the right layout, components, and power system for your setup.

Step 2: Select the Right Primary Crusher

Choosing between a jaw, cone, or impact crusher depends on the material’s hardness, abrasiveness, and the end-product requirements:

• Jaw crushers: Best for large, coarse feed material like blasted rock.
• Cone crushers: Ideal for secondary or tertiary crushing with more precision.
• Impact crushers: Great for recycling and softer aggregates requiring speed and a high reduction ratio.
  

Apache’s mobile crushers are available in both track-mounted and wheeled formats with fuel-efficient engines and durable construction.

Step 3: Configure Screening and Sorting

After crushing, materials must be accurately sorted. Apache offers multi-deck vibrating screens that enable operators to separate material into several sizes in a single pass.

Typical Screen Types:

Screens can be configured with polyurethane, wire mesh, or punch plates to suit material flow and reduce blinding.

Step 4: Integrate Feeders and Conveyors

Feeders control the flow of material between stages, while conveyors transport it efficiently:

• Grizzly feeders pre-screen material to reduce crusher wear.
• Pan or belt feeders provide smooth flow.
• Stackers and discharge conveyors help manage finished product piles.
  

Step 5: Design for Mobility and Maintenance

Apache chassis designs prioritize quick setup and transport. Features include:

• Hydraulic leveling jacks
• Folding conveyors
• Maintenance platforms with easy component access
  

Whether trailered or deployed long-term, Apache plants adapt to rugged conditions with minimal setup time.

Step 6: Power and Control

Power can be diesel, electric, or hybrid depending on the site. We integrate:

• Centralized control panels
• Remote monitoring and diagnostics (via telematics)
• Real-time performance tracking
  

This ensures you stay in control of output and efficiency, even from offsite.

Real-World Results

A recent customer in the Midwest reduced their hauling costs by 28% and doubled output capacity after switching to a mobile Apache plant deployed directly at the excavation face.

Let’s Build Your Mobile Plant

Every system we build is tailored to your operation’s goals, site conditions, and future scalability. When you partner with Apache Ironworks, you get more than equipment, you get decades of field knowledge and engineering support.

📞 Ready to start? Visit apacheironworks.com to speak with our engineering team today.