Dahua Heavy Industry Launches GC Gyratory Crusher and PLS VSI for Hard Rock Mining

Addressing the Core Challenges of Metal Mine Primary Crushing

For decades, metal mining operations have struggled with persistent bottlenecks at the primary crushing stage. High-hardness ores such as iron, copper, gold, and manganese present significant challenges: crushing efficiency is often inadequate, production targets remain elusive, oversized feed materials cause frequent blockages and jamming, equipment failures lead to excessive downtime, and inconsistent product sizing directly undermines downstream grinding and concentration efficiency. These issues have long constrained the scalability, cost-effectiveness, and operational continuity of large-scale mining operations. Recognising these industry-wide pain points, Luoyang Dahua Heavy Industry has introduced a targeted solution: the GC Series gyratory crusher, specifically engineered for the demanding conditions of metal mining. The launch took place on September 4, 2026, positioning the GC Series as a dedicated answer to the primary crushing challenges that have historically limited productivity in hard rock mining. While such high-capacity solutions represent significant engineering achievements, OCP Mechanical Company recognises that not every operation requires the scale or investment associated with these large-scale systems. With over 40 years of manufacturing experience, we offer practical, cost-effective crushing solutions tailored to medium-capacity operations, backed by factory-direct pricing and round-the-clock technical support.

GC Gyratory Crusher: Engineered for High-Hardness Ores and Continuous Production

The GC Series gyratory crusher represents a significant advancement in primary crushing technology for metal mining applications. At its core is an innovative large-angle, deep-crushing chamber design combined with an extended, high-efficiency crushing face. This unique cavity configuration substantially improves feed adaptability, enabling the crusher to accept extra-large feed sizes while enhancing the compressive and attrition forces applied to the material. The result is seamless, continuous processing of even the hardest metal ores. With a processing capacity ranging from 2,000 to 8,880 tonnes per hour, the GC Series is designed to meet the throughput requirements of million-tonne-per-year mining operations, delivering round-the-clock stability and eliminating the production bottlenecks that have long plagued the industry. To withstand the extreme abrasion and impact forces generated by high-hardness ores, all critical wear components are manufactured from high-chromium alloy wear-resistant materials, providing exceptional impact resistance and extended service life. The crusher body itself is constructed using an integral cast steel framework, delivering the structural rigidity needed to endure the high-frequency impact and vibration inherent in hard rock crushing. This robust construction effectively prevents deformation and cracking, ensuring reliable performance in the high-dust, high-load conditions typical of mine environments.

Intelligent Systems Eliminate Blockages and Reduce Downtime

One of the most persistent problems in primary crushing is material blockage caused by oversized feed or poorly designed chambers. The GC Series addresses this through an optimised streamlined chamber design that reduces material flow resistance, ensuring smooth feeding, crushing, and discharge. This is complemented by a dedicated intelligent anti-blockage control system that monitors material movement in real time and automatically adjusts the crushing rhythm to prevent jamming, material buildup, and motor overload. The system enables 24-hour continuous operation, significantly improving plant utilisation and reducing unproductive downtime. For mining operations where every hour of lost production represents substantial revenue, this capability translates directly to improved profitability and production predictability. The crusher’s fully automatic hydraulic adjustment system enables precise, rapid closed-side setting changes without manual intervention, accommodating varying product size requirements. The entire machine features a modular, integrated design with a logical, accessible layout that simplifies routine inspections, troubleshooting, and component replacement. All wear parts are factory-standardised with uniform specifications and complete interchangeability, reducing procurement complexity and replacement costs. This comprehensive approach to serviceability minimises downtime, lowers maintenance intensity, and helps mining operations compress their overall operating costs.

PLS Vertical Shaft Impact Crusher: Complementing the Primary Circuit

Beyond the GC gyratory crusher, Dahua Heavy Industry has also introduced the PLS series vertical shaft impact crusher, designed to complement primary crushing circuits in hard rock applications. The PLS series is engineered for tertiary crushing and manufactured sand production, delivering consistent, cubical product shapes essential for high-quality aggregates and downstream processing. The PLS crusher supports both rock-on-rock and rock-on-anvil crushing modes, allowing operators to switch between configurations based on material characteristics and product requirements. In rock-on-rock mode, material self-impacts, minimising metal wear, while optimised crushing speeds and impeller designs deliver over 30% higher crushing efficiency compared to traditional equipment. With an impeller speed range of 500–1,800 rpm and optimised launch angles, the PLS achieves material impact energy conversion rates exceeding 85%. The wear-resistant impeller top plate, protected by both wear liners and hardfacing, ensures extended service life in abrasive applications. With a capacity range spanning 24 to 1,100 tonnes per hour, the PLS series is adaptable from small-scale operations to large-scale aggregate production bases. When combined with the GC gyratory crusher for primary reduction, the PLS provides a complete hard rock processing solution capable of handling the most demanding metal mining and aggregate applications.

JC Series Jaw Crusher: The Proven Primary Crushing Workhorse

Completing Dahua‘s comprehensive hard rock crushing matrix is the JC Series jaw crusher, a proven primary crushing solution developed through the introduction and adaptation of advanced European and American jaw crusher technology. The JC Series offers feed opening sizes ranging from 1,100×850 mm to 2,000×1,500 mm, with maximum feed sizes spanning 430 to 1,300 mm and processing capacities from 50 to 1,500 tonnes per hour. The crusher features a mechanical or hydraulic discharge adjustment system with a double-wedge design that is simpler, safer, and faster than traditional shim adjustment, significantly reducing downtime for setting changes. The frame is available in both welded and assembled configurations—small and medium specifications typically use welded frames with large-radius transition fillets and low-stress welding for impact resistance and uniform load distribution, while larger specifications use an advanced modular, assembled design suitable for low-temperature regions and underground mining applications. For operations requiring a balance of capacity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, the JC Series delivers dependable primary crushing performance across a wide range of ore types and applications.

Market Context: Growing Demand for High-Capacity, Intelligent Crushing

The introduction of the GC Series, PLS VSI, and JC jaw crushers reflects broader industry trends toward higher capacity, greater automation, and improved reliability in mineral processing. As global demand for metals and minerals continues to rise—driven by infrastructure development, the energy transition, and industrial growth—mining operations are under increasing pressure to maximise throughput while controlling costs. The shift toward intelligent, data-driven mining is accelerating, with equipment manufacturers integrating sensors, automation, and predictive maintenance capabilities into their products. Dahua Heavy Industry showcased its complete crushing and screening equipment matrix at the 2026 China International Mining Conference, held from September 10 in Tianjin. The company’s portfolio spans JC jaw crushers, PFQ impact crushers, HPY multi-cylinder hydraulic cone crushers, GPY single-cylinder hydraulic cone crushers, GC gyratory crushers, PLS vertical shaft impact crushers, and CMC series tracked mobile crushing stations—covering applications from metal mining and aggregate production to construction waste recycling. This comprehensive product matrix positions Dahua as a full-line supplier for the mining and aggregates industry.

OCP Mechanical Company: Factory-Direct Solutions for Your Crushing Needs

While major manufacturers continue to advance high-capacity and intelligent technologies, OCP Mechanical Company remains focused on delivering reliable, cost-effective equipment for the mid-tier market. With over 40 years of manufacturing experience and exports to more than 180 countries and regions worldwide, we have earned a reputation for durability, performance, and value. Our product range includes jaw crushers, cone crushers, impact crushers, VSI crushers, vibrating screens, feeders, and complete crushing and screening plants—all brand-new and built to rigorous quality standards. As a direct factory manufacturer, we eliminate distributor margins, passing the savings directly to you. This means you get high-quality equipment at a more accessible price point, without compromising on performance or reliability. All price information provided is for reference only; final quotes depend on equipment configuration, shipping terms, optional features, and current exchange rates. Our engineering team works closely with each customer to design custom stone crusher plants that match specific site conditions, feed characteristics, and production targets—a level of personalised service that larger corporations often cannot match. Product specifications are continuously updated; please consult our online customer service for the latest technical parameters tailored to your application.

Your Next Step: Get a Custom Quote for Your Operation

The crushing equipment industry continues to evolve, with manufacturers introducing higher-capacity, more intelligent solutions for hard rock mining applications. Dahua Heavy Industry‘s GC gyratory crusher, PLS vertical shaft impact crusher, and JC jaw crusher represent significant advancements in addressing the primary crushing challenges that have long limited productivity in metal mining. However, the right equipment for your operation depends on your specific production goals, budget, and site conditions. OCP Mechanical Company offers factory-direct, high-quality crushing and screening solutions engineered for durability, energy efficiency, and low total cost of ownership—all at competitive prices. Our online customer service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide free consultations, updated price references, and equipment selection guidance. Click the chat button now to discuss your project with a specialist—we are ready to help you build a more efficient and profitable processing operation.