High Pressure Grinding Rolls (HPGRs)have been applied in mineral processing plants, largely in iron ore and diamond treatment. In these industries, the application of HPGR ranges from coarse grinding, e.g. the grinding of 65mm (2.5”)size excess pebbles in circulation loops, to final grinding of <100μm material to high Blaine values in the preparation of pellet feed.
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.