Crushers – A History

If you are interested in purchasing new or used jaw crushers to meet your quarrying requirements then you have certainly come to the right place. At N.H. Greaves & Co Ltd. we specialise in the provision of jaw crushers.

Jaw Crushers – A History of Crushing
If you have been involved in the quarry industry for a long time you will be more than aware of the sense of history which is associated with quarrying. Not only is quarrying the oldest industry in Britain but it also provides archaeologists with many fascinating finds and is one of the major fund providers of archaeological digs. Have you ever wondered though, where some of the quarry equipment originally came from?

Jaw Crushers – The Beginnings
Initially the first quarrying of coarse rock was primarily achieved by breaking the stone by hand at the deposit itself. As the first completely mechanical crushers and vibrating screens were manufactured, they were set up as stationary or skid types, usually adjacent to the deposit.

Jaw Crushers - Motorisation
The introduction of motorised trucks resulted in the aggregate plants being located further away from the deposit itself. The jaw crushers and screens during this time, however, didn't lend themselves to portable mounting. The quarry equipment and plant designs eventually evolved into a full line of Commander-type plants, consisting of jaw crusher and roll crusher combinations on the same trailer with a horizontal screen and closed circuit elevating wheel.

Jaw Crushers – Portable Plants
The 1960s brought about the development of truly portable cone plants with a higher capacity. Portable plants are popular for projects with a limited project life and when the location of the plant right at the deposit is essential.

With over four decades of experience N.H.Greaves & Co Ltd. are dedicated to providing each and every customer with the correct piece of quarry equipment, including an extensive range of jaw crushers, to fully satisfy their quarrying requirements. If you are looking for a quarry equipment manufacturer and supply company with integrity combined with superior knowledge of the quarrying industry and an emphasis on customer service then simply pick up the phone and give us a ring on 01709 582381.

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