Inside Look at Drum Type Asphalt Plant Operations

1. Inside Look at Drum Type Asphalt Plant Operations

2. Asphalt drum mix plant and counter flow asphalt mixing plant are the two types of plants that are categorized as continuous mixing plants. Drum mix and batch plants differ in their asphalt concrete production operations.

3. Drum type asphalt plant asphalt drum plant drum type hot mix plant asphalt mix plant asphalt mixing plant asphalt plant asphalt drum mix plant Inside Look at Drum Type Asphalt Plant Operations The drum type asphalt plant is also called the continuous mix plant because there is a drum or container where they pour the aggregate and which leads to the mixer where they will be processed on a continuous cycle. It is also called asphalt drum mix plant or a drum type hot mix plant when they use the hot mix type of bitumen asphalt or hot mix recycled material.

4. It sounds simple enough, but the definition given was merely to distinguish it from the other type of batch plant. An in-depth look at the process from the point of view of the plant operator may offer a different perspective. The Basic Steps The process begins with the asphalt aggregates being fed into the cold feeder bins. This is to distinguish the aggregates according to size. The plant operator will check the aggregates as they are now in separate bins. There is a prescribed size depending on the project, and the plant operator will have these aggregates undergo different lengths of processing. The size and consistency of the asphalt is a factor for the overall quality, so it is imperative to maintain it. The aggregates will pass through a vibrating screen to further sift out the larger aggregates and prevent them from entering the drum. From the drum, a charging conveyor will transfer the sifted aggregates into the drying and mixing drum of the asphalt mixing plants.

5. For the plant operator, the charging conveyor is fitted with a load cell so they can weigh the aggregates collectively before they enter the drying and mixing drum. The weight and other data of the load cell will be sent to a computer panel which is controlled by the plant operator. This will be the basis on whether there will be adjustments in the process, since the plant operator controls the flow of bitumen and other filler material. Bitumen is in a separate tank, and will be added into the drying drum with a bitumen pump. The amount is based on the plant operator’s control panel, where the speed and quantity are controlled. Now that the materials are measured, the drum type hot mix plant lives up to its name, as the drying and mixing drums start their work. It will heat and mix the aggregates evenly and then it is at this point that the aggregates enter the drum for heating. The bitumen and other filling material will follow after the aggregate if heated. After the mixing, the asphalt material will be stored in the bins, or to a conveyor which will transfer it to the trucks (if they will be transported).

6. The asphalt plant operator is very important, as they need to control the elements to ensure the consistency of the asphalt produced. The Lintec Edge For Lintec, they have elevated the standard of the drum type asphalt plant. The Lintec Continuous Drum Plant (CDP) range features a containerized modular framework that allows for easy transportation and convenient installation on the job site. The primary components of the Lintec containerized or drum type mixing plant are nestled in a 40-ft high-cube ISO sea container. This is easily land-transported and sea-shipped with low freight cost. Other models’ main components come with built-in chassis, so it’s easy to transport once it is on land. Special Features of Lintec Continuous Drum Asphalt Plant Quick Assembly and Dismantling The components can be assembled on a suitable and solid compacted ground, without the need for concrete foundations. It’s easy to install and dismantle your asphalt mix plant.

7. They have the optional Aggregates Loading System (ALS) for the CDP 4000C and CDP 5001M models which allows a more flexible plant layout because the loading ramp is not required. This will further reduce the plant set-up cost and dismantling fee, Features for the Environment The Baghouse Filter ensures a low rate of particulate emissions, and is compliant to environmental emission regulations. The plant can be adapted to a cold recycling system. This system can allow the operator to use up to 15% of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) material, conserving natural resources. Efficiency and Consistency This asphalt plant is developed with the latest software installed and has passed the most rigorous industrial techniques. The quality of the asphalt is most important, and these measures ensure more control for the plant operator to regulate.