Yes, shaking tables, screening machines, and classifiers are all commonly used in mineral processing, and in many applications they function as water-based or wet separation equipment. However, they differ significantly in working principle, processing capacity, particle size control, and suitable application scenarios.
The shaking table has relatively low efficiency, high tailings loss, and a large footprint. Yet when other gravity separation equipment cannot solve the problem effectively, the shaking table is often the most reliable choice. It is especially suitable for fine particle separation and for recovering valuable minerals from complex materials.
The screening machine offers high efficiency and strict particle size control, but it usually needs to work together with a classifier or other equipment. It occupies a smaller area and can control particle sizes down to -200 mesh. However, in grinding circuits, its strict size control may lead to over-grinding in the ball mill.
The classifier is the most widely used equipment. Its particle size control is not as precise as that of a screening machine, but it has a large processing capacity and stable operation. It works better when combined with fine screens or other equipment. In many concentrators, the classifier is considered essential, while shaking tables and screening machines are used only when the process requires them.
For these types of separation equipment, Hansheng Automation provides custom-machined components such as shaking table decks, screen panels, classifier blades, and wear-resistant liners according to customer drawings.
