What Are the Expenses Involved in Setting Up a Stone Crusher Plant in India?
Time:
2 June 2021
Setting up a stone crusher plant in India requires significant initial and operational investment. The expenses involved can be broadly divided into several categories:
1. Land/Property Costs
- Land Purchase or Lease: You need land for setting up the plant and storing raw materials and finished products. Land costs vary depending on the location, proximity to mining areas, and accessibility to transport facilities.
- Industrial areas or rural zones might offer lower costs, while urban or developed areas could be expensive.
2. Machinery and Equipment
- Stone Crusher Unit: Includes primary crusher (jaw crusher), secondary crusher (cone or impact crusher), and tertiary crusher, depending on the required output size and capacity.
- Auxiliary Equipment: Includes conveyor belts, screens, feeders, separators, dust suppression systems, and vibrating equipment.
- Installation Costs: Assembly and setup costs for machinery are an added expense that might require hiring technical experts.
Estimated Cost: INR 25–75 Lakhs (varies based on capacity and quality of equipment).
3. Licensing and Permits
- Pollution Control Clearances: You need environmental clearances and pollution control approvals.
- Mining Rights or Quarry Lease: If procuring raw materials from mines, the licensing costs are applicable.
- Business Registration: Includes incorporation, GST registration, trade license, and other legal formalities.Estimated Costs: INR 1–5 Lakhs.
4. Infrastructure and Utilities
- Electricity Connection: Includes setting up high-power electricity for the plant. Stone crushers require heavy power consumption, so initial deposit and infrastructure costs apply.
- Water Supply: Required for dust suppression and maintenance purposes.
- Road Connectivity: Proper access for transportation of raw materials and finished goods.Estimated Costs: INR 5–15 Lakhs.
5. Labor and Staff Costs
- Skilled Labor Costs: Hiring machine operators, engineers, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
- Unskilled Labor Costs: Workers for loading, transportation, and general activities.Monthly Expense: INR 5–15 Lakhs (varies depending on scale of operation).
6. Raw Material Cost
- Procurement of Stones: Costs depend on type and proximity of minerals/quarries.
- Transportation costs can be substantial, depending on the distance and quantity of raw materials to be transported.
7. Operational Costs
- Fuel and Maintenance: Stone crushers typically consume diesel for operating machinery and vehicles, or electricity for equipment.
- Spare Parts Replacement: Includes wear and tear parts like conveyor belts, screens, and crusher parts.
8. Marketing and Branding
- Expenses for advertising the products and connecting with potential customers and contractors.Estimated Monthly Costs: INR 50,000 – 1 Lakh.
9. Contingency/Unforeseen Expenses
- Unexpected events like machinery breakdown, inflation on raw materials, or legal issues might add to the costs.
Approximate Capital Requirement
For a small-sized stone crusher plant, the overall investment can range from INR 50 Lakhs to 1 Crore, while a medium to large-sized plant might require INR 1–3 Crores or more, depending on production capacity and scale of operations.
Government Benefits and Subsidies
In some cases, the government offers subsidies for setting up stone crusher plants under industrial development initiatives. Explore state-specific schemes for additional financial relief.
Note: It’s advisable to consult industry experts, engineers, and financial advisors to get customized cost estimates for your specific plant setup.
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