High Pressure Grinding Rolls

High Pressure Grinding rolls (HPGR) are similar in principle to regular grinding rolls but material is subjected to much higher forces. HPGR consists of a pair of counter rotating rolls, one fixed and the other floating. Material is fed between the rolls with the floating roll pressing against the material flow by means of hydraulic pressure in excess of 50 MPa. The resulting force causes the material to compact by interparticle breakage. Pressures and roll speeds are adjusted to obtain optimum grinding conditions. The roll faces are typically studded because of improved wear characteristics.

High pressure grinding rolls have the capability to fill the roll of secondary crushers and primary/secondary grinders. Often applied as a replacement for conventional SAG milling circuits, they result in lower energy consumption, lower grinding media consumption and lower operating costs. They also tend to have a smaller footprint with easier installation.

- Koppern Equipment Inc., KHD Humboldt Wedag, Polysius Corporation images.