- Description
Description
Description
Crusher sludge, also known as crusher fines or quarry dust, is a by-product of the crushing process in quarries and mining operations.
Properties:
1. Fine particle size (0-5 mm)
2. High silica content (60-80%)
3. Low silt and clay content (<5%)
4. Moisture content: 5-10%
5. Specific gravity: 2.5-2.7
6. Bulk density: 1.5-1.8 t/m³
Applications:
1. Construction (fill material, sub-base)
2. Road construction (base course, sub-base)
3. Landscaping (pathways, garden beds)
4. Building materials (cement, concrete)
5. Waterproofing and coating
Advantages:
1. Cost-effective filler material
2. Improves soil stability
3. Reduces soil erosion
4. Environmentally friendly (reduces waste)
5. Suitable for compacted filling