SSM 35 Block Making Machine Installed in Lahore | Silver Steel Mills
SSM 35 Block Making Machine Installed in Lahore
Silver Steel Mills completed the installation of an SSM 35 block making machine in Lahore, together with the material-handling and concrete batching equipment required for a high-volume block and paver production setup.
The project demonstrates how an SSM 35 production line can combine the block making machine, batching system, mixer, conveyor, digital weighing controls and automatic stacking system into one coordinated production operation.
Rather than supplying only an individual machine, the project configuration brings the main stages of concrete preparation and product handling together around the SSM 35.
Project Overview
| Project Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | SSM 35 Block Making Machine Installation |
| Location | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Manufacturer | Silver Steel Mills |
| Machine | SSM 35 |
| Application | Concrete blocks / pavers |
| Batching System | Digital batching system |
| Batching Configuration | 4-bin batching |
| Mixer | 0.75 m³ mixer |
| Material Handling | Conveyor belt |
| Finished Product Handling | Automatic stacker |
| Weighing | Digital load cells |
| Cement Storage | Cement silo |
| Pallet Capacity | Up to 35 pavers per pallet |
| Pallet Size | 889 × 1219 × 38 mm |
| Machine Cycle | Approximately 20–30 seconds |
| Pallet Handling Rate | Approximately 80–100 pallets/hour |
The SSM 35 Block Making Machine
The SSM 35 is designed for customers requiring substantially higher production than a small or manually operated block machine.
The machine combines moulding, vibration and hydraulic operation into a production system designed around repeatable cycles.
For this Lahore project, the SSM 35 was integrated with the upstream batching and mixing equipment and downstream product-handling system.
The machine’s previously specified technical configuration includes:
- approximately 20–30 seconds cycle time
- approximately 80–100 pallets per hour
- 40 HP vibration system
- 30 HP hydraulic pump
- approximately 131 HP total connected power
- product height range of approximately 50–200 mm
- capacity of up to 35 pavers per pallet, depending on mould/product configuration
These figures describe the supplied SSM 35 configuration; actual production varies with product dimensions, mould configuration, concrete mix, feeding, curing and operating conditions.
Complete Block Production Line
One of the important aspects of this Lahore installation is that the SSM 35 was not considered in isolation.
A high-production block plant depends on the complete material flow:
Aggregate storage → batching → weighing → mixing → concrete transfer → block machine → pallet handling → stacking → curing
For this installation, the production setup included the main SSM 35 machine along with:
1. Four-Bin Batching System
The batching system provides controlled feeding of the aggregate materials used for concrete production.
The 4-bin configuration allows different aggregate fractions to be stored and proportioned according to the required concrete mix.
2. Digital Load Cells
Digital load cells are used as part of the batching system to measure material quantities.
Accurate weighing is particularly important in automated concrete production because variation in material proportions can affect:
- concrete consistency
- product quality
- machine feeding
- block appearance
- production repeatability
3. 0.75 m³ Mixer
The project includes a 0.75 m³ mixer for preparing the concrete before it reaches the block production stage.
The mixer is an important part of the complete production line because the block machine depends on a properly prepared concrete mix for consistent mould filling and compaction.
4. Conveyor Belt
A conveyor system connects the material-handling stages of the plant.
Instead of relying entirely on manual movement of materials, the conveyor provides a controlled transfer route within the production system.
5. Cement Silo
The cement silo forms part of the cement storage and feeding arrangement.
Together with the batching system, weighing controls and mixer, it allows cement to be incorporated into the concrete production process in a controlled manner.
6. Automatic Stacker
After products leave the block-making process, handling becomes another important part of plant efficiency.
The automatic stacker is used to organize finished pallets/products and reduce dependence on manual stacking operations.
How the SSM 35 Production System Works
The Lahore plant can be understood as a sequence of connected stages rather than as a single machine.
Stage 1 — Aggregate Storage
Different aggregate materials are stored in the batching bins.
Stage 2 — Digital Batching
The required materials are weighed through the digital load-cell system.
Stage 3 — Cement Feeding
Cement is supplied through the cement storage/feeding arrangement.
SSM 35 Block Making Machine Project: A Complete Plant Built for 7,000 PSI
In 2020, Silver Steel Mills supplied and commissioned an SSM 35 block making machine together with a full batching plant, mixer, conveyor belt and stacker for Techno Crete in Lahore — engineered to meet a customer requirement of 7,000 PSI compressive strength across solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles.
At a Glance
What Techno Crete Needed
Techno Crete’s requirement for this Lahore project centered on strength and consistency: the plant had to produce solid blocks capable of meeting a 7,000 PSI compressive strength target, using quality-controlled raw material at every batch. Alongside blocks, the plant needed to support fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles from the same production line.
What Was Supplied
Silver Steel Mills supplied an SSM 35 block making machine as part of a complete plant — including a batching plant, mixer, conveyor belt and stacker — sized to Techno Crete’s target output of 3,500 units per hour and 35,000 units per shift, with the batching and mixing stages set up to deliver the consistent material quality needed to reach the required strength.
Machine & Equipment Supplied
This was delivered as a complete plant rather than a standalone machine — each component plays a specific role in getting from raw material to a finished, cured block, brick, paver or tuff tile.
SSM 35 Block Making Machine
The primary forming unit for this project, producing solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles at the plant’s rated output.
Batching Plant
Proportions and feeds raw materials into the mixer in controlled ratios — the main lever for hitting a consistent, specified strength like 7,000 PSI batch after batch.
Mixer
Blends cement, aggregate and other materials into a uniform mix before it reaches the block machine’s mould station.
Conveyor Belt
Moves mixed material and/or finished units between plant stages, reducing manual handling on the line.
Stacker
Handles freshly formed units off the machine, supporting the plant’s shift-level throughput of 35,000 units.
Output From This Plant
Running multiple product types — solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles — from a single SSM 35 plant is one of the reasons a complete-plant setup (rather than a standalone machine) suited Techno Crete’s requirement: batching and mixing consistency carries across product types, while mould changes on the SSM 35 handle the product variation.
Confirmed Project Data
| Machine Model | SSM 35 |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Automatic, complete plant configuration |
| Manufacturer | Silver Steel Mills |
| Customer | Techno Crete |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Project Year | 2020 |
| Production Rate | 3,500 units/hour |
| Production per Shift | 35,000 units |
| Required Compressive Strength | 7,000 PSI |
| Products | Solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers, tuff tiles |
| Plant Components | Block making machine, batching plant, mixer, conveyor belt, stacker |
| Mould sizes, block/paver dimensions, mixer type (single/double shaft), PLC brand, pallet system, motor ratings and installation dates for this project are not yet confirmed — see note at the end of this page. | |
How the Plant Meets a Strength Target Like 7,000 PSI
Compressive strength in a concrete block starts before the block machine ever sees the mix. The batching plant’s job is to hold cement, sand, aggregate and water ratios consistent from batch to batch — variation at this stage is the most common reason two blocks from the same machine come out at different strengths.
The mixer then has to fully blend that batch so the mix reaching the mould is uniform, with no dry pockets or uneven cement distribution.
On the SSM 35 itself, vibration and hydraulic pressure compact the mix inside the mould, which is what largely determines final density and, with it, strength. Getting a specified figure like 7,000 PSI reliably at 3,500 units an hour depends on the batching, mixing and compaction stages all staying consistent at that speed — which is why this was supplied as a complete plant rather than a standalone machine.
Outcome
Silver Steel Mills supplied and commissioned the SSM 35 complete plant for Techno Crete in Lahore, sized for 3,500 units/hour and 35,000 units/shift across solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles, with the batching and mixing configuration set up to meet Techno Crete’s specified 7,000 PSI compressive strength requirement.
What This Project Illustrates
Match the plant to the strength requirement
If your project has a specified compressive strength (in PSI or MPa), that requirement should drive your batching plant and mixer selection — not just the block machine model.
Plan for multiple products on one line
Running solid blocks, bricks, pavers and tiles from one plant is realistic with the right mould setup, but it affects mixer sizing, batching flexibility and changeover time — worth discussing before you order.
Size for shift-level output, not just hourly rate
A 3,500/hour rate only holds up across a full shift if material handling — conveyor and stacker capacity — keeps pace with the machine.
Ask for project-specific pricing
Pricing for a plant like this depends on automation level, batching plant size, mixer type, conveyor length and pallet system — share your target output and product mix with Silver Steel Mills for a quote matched to your requirement.
Explore Further
Common Questions About This Project
What block machine was used in this project?
An SSM 35 block making machine, supplied by Silver Steel Mills as part of a complete plant for Techno Crete in Lahore.
What products can the SSM 35 plant produce?
In this project, the plant produces solid blocks, fly ash bricks, pavers and tuff tiles.
What was the customer’s strength requirement?
Techno Crete required 7,000 PSI compressive strength, along with consistent, quality raw material handling through the batching and mixing stages.
What is the production capacity of this plant?
The plant is rated at 3,500 units per hour and 35,000 units per shift.
Was this a standalone machine or a complete plant?
A complete plant — the SSM 35 block making machine together with a batching plant, mixer, conveyor belt and stacker.
Can Silver Steel Mills supply a similar plant for my project?
Yes. Share your required product mix, target output and any strength specification, and Silver Steel Mills can recommend a plant configuration to match.
Planning a Block or Paver Plant in Pakistan?
Share your required block or paver size, target daily output and any compressive strength specification with Silver Steel Mills for a project-specific machine and plant recommendation.
Contact Silver Steel MillsStage 4 — Mixing
The measured materials are combined in the 0.75 m³ mixer to prepare the concrete.
Stage 5 — Concrete Transfer
The prepared material is transferred toward the block production machine through the conveyor/material-handling arrangement.
Stage 6 — Mould Filling
Concrete is introduced into the selected SSM 35 mould.
Stage 7 — Vibration and Compaction
The SSM 35’s vibration system assists in compacting the concrete within the mould.
The specified machine configuration includes a 40 HP vibration system.
Stage 8 — Hydraulic Operation
The hydraulic system operates the relevant machine movements during the production cycle.
The supplied configuration includes a 30 HP hydraulic pump.
Stage 9 — Product Release
The moulding cycle produces the selected block or paver product according to the installed mould configuration.
Stage 10 — Stacking
Finished pallets/products can then move toward the automatic stacking system.
SSM 35 Technical Specifications
The following specifications are based on the SSM 35 configuration supplied by Silver Steel Mills.
| Specification | SSM 35 |
|---|---|
| Machine model | SSM 35 |
| Cycle time | 20–30 seconds |
| Pallet handling rate | 80–100 pallets/hour |
| Vibration motor/system | 40 HP |
| Hydraulic pump | 30 HP |
| Approx. total connected power | 131 HP |
| Product height range | 50–200 mm |
| Pavers per pallet | Up to 35 |
| Pallet dimensions | 889 × 1219 × 38 mm |
| Batching system | 4-bin |
| Weighing | Digital load cells |
| Mixer | 0.75 m³ |
| Conveyor | Included in project line |
| Automatic stacker | Included |
| Cement storage | Cement silo |
Important: Actual output is dependent on mould size, product type, concrete mix, feeding conditions, curing arrangement and operating cycle. The machine’s pallet/hour figure should not automatically be converted into a guaranteed daily production figure.
Why the Batching System Matters
A block machine can only perform consistently when the concrete reaching it is prepared consistently.
For a high-production plant, the batching system therefore plays an important role alongside the block machine.
The Lahore setup combines:
4-bin batching + digital weighing + cement system + 0.75 m³ mixer + conveyor + SSM 35
This arrangement helps create a more organized material flow from raw materials to finished products.
For customers planning a new block plant, this is an important consideration: selecting the block machine alone is not enough. The batching, mixing, material transfer, pallet and finished-product handling systems also need to match the intended production operation.
SSM 35 Vibration and Hydraulic System
The SSM 35 configuration supplied for this project includes a 40 HP vibration system and 30 HP hydraulic pump.
Vibration is important during concrete-product moulding because the material must be properly distributed and compacted inside the mould.
The hydraulic system provides the force and movement required by the machine’s hydraulic functions.
Together, these systems form a major part of the machine’s production mechanism.
Product Height Range
The SSM 35 configuration supports products in approximately the 50–200 mm height range, subject to the selected mould and product configuration.
This allows the machine to be configured for different concrete-product requirements rather than being restricted to a single product thickness.
The actual product range should always be evaluated against the specific mould design and production requirement.
Pallet System
Pallet selection is another important component of a block production plant.
The SSM 35 configuration uses pallets specified at:
889 × 1219 × 38 mm
The machine configuration can accommodate up to approximately 35 pavers per pallet, depending on the product dimensions and mould arrangement.
Pallet quantity also matters when designing a complete production plant because the plant needs enough pallets to keep production, handling and curing moving without unnecessary interruptions.
Automatic Stacking
Once concrete products have been moulded, the next challenge is handling them efficiently.
The automatic stacker in the Lahore project provides a mechanical solution for organizing the produced pallets/products.
This can be particularly useful for higher-output plants where manual handling could become a bottleneck.
The production line therefore does not end at the block machine.
A practical plant needs to consider:
Production → pallet handling → stacking → curing → storage
Manufacturing & Engineering by Silver Steel Mills
Silver Steel Mills manufactures and supplies concrete machinery and related production systems for the Pakistan market.
For a project such as the Lahore SSM 35 installation, engineering is not limited to the machine itself.
The production system needs to consider:
- machine configuration
- mould requirements
- batching capacity
- aggregate storage
- cement handling
- mixer capacity
- conveyor arrangement
- pallet movement
- stacking
- available factory space
- electrical requirements
- operator workflow
This project therefore represents a complete production-line approach rather than treating the block machine as an isolated piece of equipment.
What Customers Should Decide Before Buying an SSM 35
Customers planning a similar block or paver plant should first define their actual production requirements.
Product
What products will you manufacture?
- Hollow blocks
- Solid blocks
- Pavers
- Kerbstones
- Other concrete products
Product Size
What dimensions and thicknesses are required?
Production Target
How many pallets or products are required per hour/day?
Mould Configuration
The mould determines the product dimensions and the number of products produced per pallet.
Batching Requirement
The batching system should be selected according to the required concrete production and machine cycle.
Mixer
Mixer capacity should correspond with the batching and block-machine production requirements.
Pallets
The plant needs an appropriate pallet size and sufficient pallet inventory.
Curing Space
The customer should allocate appropriate space for curing and finished-product storage.
Material Flow
Aggregate, cement, concrete, pallets and finished products should move through the plant efficiently.
SSM 35 for High-Production Block & Paver Plants
The SSM 35 is suited to projects where the customer needs a higher-capacity production system rather than a small manually operated setup.
Its integration with batching, mixing, conveyor and stacking equipment makes it possible to design the plant around a continuous material flow.
The actual production capability, however, depends on the complete configuration.
For example, the following factors can change practical output:
- mould configuration
- product size
- number of products per pallet
- concrete mix
- material feeding
- cycle time
- operator workflow
- pallet availability
- curing arrangement
- machine operating conditions
For this reason, Silver Steel Mills should size the complete plant around the customer’s actual product and production target.
Lahore SSM 35 Project — Key Takeaway
The Lahore installation demonstrates the type of integrated production system that can be developed around an SSM 35 block making machine.
The project combines:
SSM 35 Block Machine
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4-Bin Digital Batching
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Digital Load Cells
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Cement Silo/System
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0.75 m³ Mixer
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Conveyor
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Block/Paver Production
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Automatic Stacker
This type of configuration allows Silver Steel Mills to approach block-plant projects from both the machine-manufacturing and complete production-system perspective.
Planning a Block Making Plant in Pakistan?
If you are planning a block or paver manufacturing plant, the correct machine should be selected according to your actual production requirement rather than simply choosing a machine based on its advertised output.
Share the following information with Silver Steel Mills:
- required product
- block/paver dimensions
- daily production target
- available factory space
- required automation level
- mould requirement
- batching requirement
Silver Steel Mills can then evaluate the appropriate machine and production-line configuration.
SSM 35 Block Making Machine Installed in Lahore
Silver Steel Mills installed an SSM 35 block making machine in Lahore, integrated with a 4-bin digital batching system, 0.75 m³ mixer, conveyor, cement system, digital load cells and automatic stacker.
Project Overview
Project
SSM 35 Block Making Machine Installation
Location
Lahore, Pakistan
Manufacturer
Silver Steel Mills
Machine
SSM 35
Mixer
0.75 m³
Batching
4-bin digital batching system
The SSM 35 Block Making Machine
The SSM 35 is designed for higher-capacity concrete block and paver production. The supplied configuration includes an approximately 20–30 second cycle, 80–100 pallets per hour, a 40 HP vibration system, a 30 HP hydraulic pump and approximately 131 HP total connected power.
The product height range is approximately 50–200 mm, while the pallet configuration supports up to approximately 35 pavers per pallet, depending on the selected mould and product dimensions.
Complete Block Production Line
Plant Components
4-Bin Batching System
Provides controlled storage and proportioning of aggregate materials before mixing.
Digital Load Cells
Used for controlled weighing of materials within the batching system.
0.75 m³ Mixer
Prepares the concrete mixture before it is transferred toward the block production machine.
Conveyor
Provides controlled material transfer within the production line.
Cement Silo/System
Forms part of the cement storage and feeding arrangement.
Automatic Stacker
Handles finished pallets/products after the moulding stage.
Production Process
SSM 35 Technical Specifications
| Specification | SSM 35 |
|---|---|
| Cycle time | 20–30 seconds |
| Pallet handling rate | 80–100 pallets/hour |
| Vibration system | 40 HP |
| Hydraulic pump | 30 HP |
| Approx. total connected power | 131 HP |
| Product height range | 50–200 mm |
| Pavers per pallet | Up to 35 |
| Pallet dimensions | 889 × 1219 × 38 mm |
| Batching | 4-bin digital batching |
| Mixer | 0.75 m³ |
| Automatic stacker | Included in project configuration |
Planning a Similar Block Plant?
Machine capacity should be selected according to the required product, mould dimensions, production target, batching requirement, available factory space, pallet system and desired automation level.
Need an SSM 35 or Complete Block Production Plant?
Share your block or paver dimensions, required production target, available space and automation requirements with Silver Steel Mills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSM 35 block making machine?
The SSM 35 is a higher-capacity concrete block and paver production machine manufactured by Silver Steel Mills.
Where was the SSM 35 installed in this case study?
The project documented on this page was installed in Lahore, Pakistan.
Was the SSM 35 supplied with batching equipment?
Yes. The project configuration included a 4-bin batching system, digital load cells, a 0.75 m³ mixer, conveyor, cement system and automatic stacker.
What is the SSM 35 cycle time?
The supplied configuration specifies an approximately 20–30 second cycle. Actual production depends on the product, mould and operating conditions.