What is concrete batching plant?
Brief introduction of concrete batching plant
A concrete batching plant is a complete set of equipment specifically designed for large-scale, automated concrete production. Instead of using manual mixing, the concrete plant uses machines to automatically batch, weigh, and mix materials in order to produce concrete that has consistent and high quality. It is mainly used in large-scale construction sites such as building houses, roads, bridges, subways, and water conservancy projects.
What parts does a concrete batching plant have?
A full set of concrete batching plant has 5 core parts and some other machines.
Storage system
The storage system keeps raw materials, like sand and stones in bins, cement and fly ash in tanks, water and additives in silos.
Weighing system
It weighs sand, stones, cement, water and additives correctly to let the concrete strong enough.
Conveying system
It carries materials to the mixer, like belt machines for sand and stones, screw machines for cement.
Mixing system
It is usually a double-shaft mixer. It mixes all materials quickly.
Control system
It is a computer-controlled system. It controls the whole process, sets recipes and records data.
Other parts
Besides the machines, there are dust removal, electric and gas systems. They make the plant safe and clean.
2D design drawing from AGICO
Common types of concrete batching plants
- Stationary concrete batching plant
- Mobile concrete batching plant
- Small/mini concrete batching plant
- On-site concrete batching plant
- Volumetric concrete batching plant
- Eco-friendly concrete batching plant
- Precast concrete batching plant
- Commercial concrete batching plant
- Compact concrete batching plant
- Containerized concrete batching plant
Commonly used models of concrete batching plants-HZS & CP series
1. HZS series fixed concrete batching plants
| Model | Theoretical Output (m³/h) | Mixing Host | Main Motor Power (kW) | Discharge Height (m) | Aggregate Batcher | Aggregate Bin Volume | Total Installed Power (kW) | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HZS25 | 25 | JS500 | 2×18.5 | 3.8–4.2 | PLD800 | 3×2 m³ | 45–55 | Small‑scale projects, rural construction |
| HZS35 | 35 | JS750 | 2×22 | 4.2 | PLD1200 | 3×4 m³ | 60–75 | Roads, small factory buildings |
| HZS50 | 50 | JS1000 | 2×30 | 4.2 | PLD1600 | 3×5 m³ | 78–85 | Municipal & medium‑rise buildings |
| HZS60 | 60 | JS1000 | 2×30 | 4.2 | PLD2400 | 3×6 m³ | 90–115 | Ready-mix concrete, medium bridges |
| HZS75 | 75 | JS1500 | 2×37 | 4.2 | PLD2400 | 3×8 m³ | 100–120 | Large construction sites, small batching plants |
| HZS90 | 90 | JS1500 | 2×45 | 4.5 | PLD3200 | 4×10 m³ | 127–154 | High‑rises, bridges |
| HZS120 | 120 | JS2000 | 2×55 | 4.5 | PLD4800 | 4×12 m³ | 210–240 | Commercial batching plants, key projects |
| HZS180 | 180 | JS3000 | 2×75 | 4.5 | PLD6400 | 4×15 m³ | 259–300 | Large ready-mix plants, high-speed rail & highways |
| HZS240 | 240 | JS4000 | 2×110 | 4.5 | PLD8000 | 4×20 m³ | 320–360 | Super-large commercial plants, national key infrastructure |
2. CP series compact concrete batching plants
| Model | Theoretical Output (m³/h) | Mixing System | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| CP30 | 32 | Turbine disc 750L | Ultra-compact, no pit required |
| CP45 | 56 | Turbine disc 1500L | Fast installation, widely used in precast yards |
| CP60 | 68 | Turbine disc 2000L | High-efficiency compact type |
| CP75 | 77 | Turbine disc 2500L | For sites with limited space |
| CP90 | 93 | Turbine disc 3000L | High output in compact structure |
Working process of concrete batching plant
Preparation
Fill sand, stones, cement, water and other materials. Set concrete type and recipe on the computer.
Automatic weighing
The system weighs all materials in the right ratio automatically.
Feeding and mixing
All materials go into the mixer in order. Mix for some seconds until well mixed.
Output and transport
After mixing, concrete comes out and goes into concrete trucks. Trucks send it to the work site.
Then the plant starts the next round automatically.
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Raw materials and products of the concrete batching plant
Raw materials
- Aggregate: sand, stones
- Cementing material: cement
- Admixtures: fly ash, mineral powder
- Liquids: water, water reducer, retarder and other additives
Final Products
It makes concrete with different strength, such as C30, C40 which can be used directly on site.
Recommended concrete batching plants
Famous concrete batching plants manufacturers in China (good quality, good for projects and export)
AGICO Cement: A concrete batch plant manufacturer with more than 40-year experience and with best product price. AGICO provides 7*24 service and worry-free after-sales services. The reliable manufacturer provides multiple types of concrete batching plants such as stationary plant, mobile plant, small concrete plant, on-site concrete plant, volumetric concrete plant, eco-friendly concrete plant, precast concrete plant and so on.
Sany: Smart and stable, used in China and abroad. It offers conventional concrete mixing equipment with stable operation, meeting basic construction needs for general engineering and overseas projects.
Zoomlion: good at large plants, high output, eco-friendly. It focuses on large‑scale mixing equipment, with relatively complete functions and environmental protection design, suitable for large construction sites.
XCMG: good price, strong, many service points. It provides durable concrete batching plants at a reasonable cost, with a wide service network to support daily use and export demands.
Choose by using scene
Fixed and high output: choose fixed plant, like HZS90, HZS120, HZS180.
Often move or temporary work: choose mobile plant, easy to move and install.
For export: choose AGICO, Sany, AIMIX. They have export experience and fit foreign voltage and rules.
Successful case by AGICO
