Image courtesy of Astec Industries.
Astec Industries, a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based equipment manufacturer for asphalt road building, aggregate processing and concrete production, has launched the first model in its new A-series of jaw crushers, the A50 jaw crusher.
Astec says a full lineup of A-series jaw crushers will be introduced over the coming months and years.
The A50 draws on Pioneer, Telsmith and Osborn jaw crushers and is designed for high performance in demanding primary applications. The company says the crusher delivers durability and performance and includes new features for safer operation and maintenance.
“The A50 jaw crusher is a true representation of what we can achieve through our OneAstec NPD strategy,” says Stephen Whyte, Astec VP of product management. “By bringing together the best engineering expertise and proven designs from across our legacy brands, we’ve created a machine that represents both our legacy and establishes a new benchmark in future jaw crusher design.”
Features of the A50 jaw crusher include:
Keyed and bolted frame to eliminate high-stress welded joints for enhanced structural integrity and long-term durability.
Solid side plates to boost reliability and add strength where required.
Cast swing jaw with angled wear plate to prevent material bridging and strengthen high-stress zones for performance under heavy loads.
Longer liners with improved nip angle to maximize material grip, reduce wear and increase crushing efficiency.
Interchangeable fixed and swing liners to extend wear part life, simplify maintenance and lower operating costs.
Patented interchangeable toggle assemblies; hydraulic and mechanical options eliminate heavy wedges and side plate cutouts for fast, safe adjustments and quick resets after an uncrushable event.
High inertia flywheels for reduced horsepower requirements and class-leading stroke for higher capacity.
Engineered isolation mounts; rubber mounts isolate crushing forces, reduce stress on chassis frames and mounting structures.
Astec says the A50 combines decades of proven jaw crusher design with market‑leading innovation. The company says the crusher delivers the durability, efficiency and performance that producers demand while laying the foundation for the future of the A‑Series line.
The A-Series jaw crusher will be on display in the Astec booth at ConExpo 2026 from March 3-7 in Las Vegas.
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