Aggregate Sizes and Usage in Construction Industry

What Are Aggregate Sizes and How to Produce Them with Crushing and Screening Plants?

Crushing and screening plants are the powerful, efficient, and precision-engineered systems behind every layer of crushed stone aggregates—essential components in modern infrastructure projects like highways, airports, dams, and railways. At MEGA Crushing Plants, we help turn natural raw materials like river stone, granite, and basalt into construction-grade aggregates that meet exact standards for size, durability, and consistency. This blog explores the types of aggregates, where they’re used, what crushers are required, and why our plants are a top choice for buyers, engineers, and project managers worldwide.  

Raw Materials and Their Role in Infrastructure

Different infrastructure projects require specific types of aggregates—and that starts with the raw material:

  • River stone – Smooth, lower abrasion, ideal for sand production, decorative concrete, and drainage.
  • Mountain stone (granite, basalt, gabbro) – Hard and dense, perfect for road baseasphalt layers, and reinforced concrete.

The raw material defines which crushers and screens are used, and how robust the plant needs to be.

Jaw Crusher and Impact Crusher

Stationary or Mobile? Choose What Works for You…

At MEGA Crushing Plants, we manufacture both stationary and mobile setups:

  • Stationary crushing and screening plants: Best for long-term, high-volume production close to a quarry.
  • Mobile crushing and screening plants: Flexible, easy to transport, and ideal for short-term projects or remote infrastructure sites.

We help clients choose the right layout based on project location, raw material, and target output.

Aggregate Sizes and Usage in Construction Industry

 

 Aggregate Size

Application

Material Type

Crusher Configuration

 0–4 mm

Concrete and asphalt sand

River, limestone

VSI or HSI + Screen

 4–8 mm

Road base, concrete, pavers

River, granite

Cone Crusher + Vibrating Screen

 8–16 mm

High-strength concrete, railway ballast

Basalt, granite

Jaw + Cone or Jaw + VSI

 16–32 mm

Drainage layers, asphalt base, sub-base layers

Gabbro, granite

Jaw + Cone or Impact Crusher

 32–64 mm

Foundation backfill, embankment fill

Mixed or mountain rock

Primary Jaw + Grizzly Screen

Each size class must meet precision standards for civil engineering applications, especially in high-load structures.

Why Choose MEGA Crushing Plants?

When you choose MEGA, you’re not just buying equipment—you’re gaining a long-term partner in success.

  •  3-Year Warranty on all our crushing and screening plants.
  •  24/7 Technical Support to minimize downtime, anywhere in the world.
  •  Best Price–Performance Ratio in the industry: durable, efficient machines at competitive prices.
  •  Professional engineering and after-sales service: from custom plant design to installation and maintenance.

Our mission is to provide high-efficiency solutions that meet real-world demands in construction and infrastructure development.

ARE YOU PLANNING TO PRODUCE CONCRETE BLOCK AND PAVING BLOCK?

For concrete blocks and paving blocks, aggregates smaller than 0.5 cm (5 mm) are generally preferred, as they ensure a smooth and homogeneous mixture. The most suitable aggregate size for this purpose is within the 0–4 mm range. This size helps achieve a dense and strong block with minimal voids.

Do You Own a Crushing and Screening Plant? Did You Know You Can Produce Briquettes with Your Output and Boost Your Profits?

Unlock new revenue streams with your crushing and screening plant! By transforming your aggregates into high-quality briquettes, you can meet the growing demand for durable construction materials and significantly increase your profitability. Discover how MEGA Crushing Plants can help you turn fine aggregates into briquettes, opening doors to cost-effective production and higher margins. Start maximizing your plant’s potential today!

Conclusion

From raw stone in a quarry to the perfectly sized aggregate beneath a superhighway, crushing and screening plants are the silent force behind infrastructure. With advanced engineering, abrasion-resistant materials, and industry-leading support, MEGA Crushing Plants are built to perform—and to last. Whether your project is in the city, the desert, or the mountains, we have a plant that fits your vision.  

CONTACT US FOR DETAILS AND SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR NEEDS.

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