Another indonesian island enterprise--processes local limestone and marble
on the island of lombok indonesia east of the famous bali a community-owned stone powder grinding mill is empowering local industry. this mill a simple but effective hammer mill system processes local limestone and marble at a rate of just 0.5 tons per hour. it produces a range of powders from a coarse 300 micron animal feed supplement to a finer 100 micron material for local construction and traditional plaster.
this small-scale mill is a vital part of the local economy. it allows local farmers to produce their own calcium supplement for poultry and livestock improving animal health and egg production. the 300 micron coarse powder is perfect for this as it is easily digestible. for local builders the mill can quickly adjust to produce a 100 micron powder which is mixed with cement and sand to create a smooth traditional plaster for homes.
the low 0.5 ton per hour capacity is perfectly matched to the local demand and the availability of raw material from small family-owned quarries. this mill is a symbol of self-sufficiency. it provides the community of central lombok with the essential materials they need for their farms and their homes fostering local resilience and reducing the need to transport heavy materials from the main island of java.
the low 0.5 ton per hour capacity is perfectly matched to the local demand and the availability of raw material from small family-owned quarries. this mill is a symbol of self-sufficiency. it provides the community of central lombok with the essential materials they need for their farms and their homes fostering local resilience and reducing the need to transport heavy materials from the main island of java.
