Metso expanded its Nordberg HPe crusher series to six models with launch of HP450e - offering enhanced performance, sustainability features and upgradability for existing units. HPe series meets industry demand for efficiency and safety in crushing operations. Visit Metso's booth at bauma for more.
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The new Nordberg HP450e offers enhanced performance, higher uptime, wider application coverage, faster and safer serviceability and a series of other improvements, making it the perfect choice for diverse rock processing operations, according to Metso.
Metso announced another expansion of its Nordberg HPe crusher series.
First introduced in 2023, the HPe series quickly established itself in the industry. Now, just two years later, the lineup has grown to six models, covering a wide range of size categories and process stages, from secondary to tertiary and quaternary crushing.
The HPe series builds on Metso's Nordberg HP cone crusher technology. The market response to the new HPe models highlights a clear industry shift toward higher efficiency, safety and sustainability in crushing operations, according to Metso. To date, over 200 units have been sold globally and old HP models have been retrofitted with the upgrade kits, enhancing customers' existing operations with the latest advancements in crushing technology.
"With the latest addition of the Nordberg HPe crusher series, we are able to offer customers the ideal balance of power and efficiency for their specific crushing needs," said Ilkka Somero, product manager, HP Cones of Metso's aggregates business area. "The HP450e, as a mid-range unit, is designed for customers who require reliable, high-capacity crushing without excessive energy consumption. With this unit, we have further improved its application flexibility so that customers get the maximum production and yield of wanted end products."
Nordberg HP450e Cone Crusher
The latest size class of the series, the new Nordberg HP450e offers enhanced performance, higher uptime, wider application coverage, faster and safer serviceability and a series of other improvements, making it the perfect choice for diverse rock processing operations, according to Metso.
The Nordberg HP450e cone crusher offers several unique benefits including:
• Enhanced performance;
• +10 percent more head motion
• +13 percent more power (in kW and HP)
• +20 percent more force
• Environmentally friendly solution, as backing material is not needed;
• New, more efficient chambers;
• Head spin brake for higher uptime;
• Serviceability improvements; and
• Feed cone lifting tool.
Upgradability Core Philosophy of HPe Series
Metso offers upgrade options for customers with earlier generation HP crushers. Many of the new HPe features can be applied to existing units through upgrades, including no-backing liners that reduce maintenance downtime, a redesigned split nut for improved safety and easier maintenance and a crusher head spin brake that extends liner life. In addition, most spare and wear parts from the HPe series are compatible with HP crushers, providing cost-effective and operational benefits for mixed fleets, according to Metso.
With these six HPe crushers, a wide range of 10 different chamber profiles, simulation software and Metso's expertise, customers can optimize their operations and achieve their production targets, according to Metso. Designed for versatility, Metso's HPe crushers can be configured for various applications, from wheel-mounted Nordwheeler setups to modular Nordplant installations and track-mounted Lokotrack units.
The new HP450e will be showcased at bauma at the Metso booth. Metso's experts welcome the visitors of the show to join the launch event at the Metso booth on Tuesday, April 8, at 4 p.m.
For more information, visit https://www.metso.com/portfolio/nordberg-hpe-series/nordberg-hp450e-cone-crusher/
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