What Costs Are Involved in Setting Up a Stone Crusher Plant in India?
Time:
26 June 2021
Setting up a stone crusher plant in India involves various costs, including land acquisition, equipment procurement, infrastructure development, labor, and operational expenses. Here’s a breakdown of the major costs involved:
1. Land Cost
- Land Purchase or Lease:
- Land near industrial areas or where stone deposits are available may be expensive.
- The size of the land required depends on the scale of the plant (usually 1 to 5 acres).
2. Equipment and Machinery
- These are the core costs for a stone crusher plant:
- Primary Crusher (e.g., Jaw Crusher): ₹5 lakhs to ₹25 lakhs.
- Secondary Crusher (e.g., Cone Crusher or Impact Crusher): ₹10 lakhs to ₹50 lakhs.
- Vibrating Screen(s): ₹2 lakhs to ₹10 lakhs.
- Conveyor systems: ₹2 lakhs to ₹15 lakhs.
- Crushing Plant Accessories (e.g., Hopper, Dust Suppression Systems, etc.): ₹10 lakhs to ₹30 lakhs.
Total equipment cost may range from ₹30 lakhs for a small-scale setup to ₹1 crore for a medium-scale plant.
3. Infrastructure
- Foundation and Civil Works:
- Building foundations for equipment and administrative blocks.
- ₹5 lakhs to ₹20 lakhs based on plant size.
- Electricity Connection:
- Installation of high-tension transformers.
- Cost varies based on power requirement, ranging from ₹5 lakhs to ₹20 lakhs.
- Water Supply:
- For dust suppression and other operations (₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs).
- Office and Storage Space:
- For managing operations and storing output (e.g., crushed stone) and raw material.
4. Labor and Workforce
- Hiring skilled operators, supervisors, and laborers:
- Monthly salaries for 10 to 20 workers, depending on scale, can range from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs.
5. Licenses and Permissions
- Environmental Clearances:
- Required to address emissions, dust generation, and noise pollution.
- Mining or Excavation Permits:
- If procuring raw stone materials, a mining license is required.
- Other Government Approvals:
- GST registration, pollution board clearance, local panchayat permissions, etc.
- Legal and Consulting Fees: ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs.
6. Raw Material Costs
- If materials are sourced from mining, costs include quarrying and transportation.
- If raw stone is purchased, costs are based on tonnage.
7. Transport Costs
- Required for material (raw and finished product) transportation.
- Purchasing or leasing vehicles like trucks and dumpers may add significant costs (₹5 lakhs to ₹40 lakhs based on the number of trucks).
8. Working Capital
- Day-to-day operational costs for maintenance, diesel, lubricants, etc.
- Spare part replacements and repairs.
- Estimated at ₹5 lakhs to ₹10 lakhs initially.
Total Estimated Cost for Setting Up a Plant
- Small Scale (10–50 TPH): ₹30 lakhs to ₹50 lakhs.
- Medium Scale (50–100 TPH): ₹1 crore to ₹2 crores.
- Large Scale (150 TPH and above): ₹2 crores and above.
Note: Actual costs might vary depending on location, equipment quality, and other factors. Proper planning and feasibility studies are crucial before proceeding with the project.
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