What ELRUS Aggregate Systems does

ELRUS Aggregate Systems is a Calgary-headquartered, founder-owned manufacturer and direct distributor of heavy-duty portable aggregate processing equipment, founded in 1975 by Roland J. Russell. The company designs, fabricates, and services integrated systems spanning the full aggregate processing chain — feeding, jaw/cone/impact crushing, screening, conveying, washing, and centralized controlling via mobile power vans and control towers — with equipment throughput capabilities cited up to 1,000 tons per hour. Its core technology stack combines a proprietary common-level modular portable chassis design (enabling 3-4 hour crane-free mobilization of entire crushing spreads) with Sandvik cone-crusher intellectual property (Hydrocone, Hydroset, ASRi automation, Constant Liner Performance, Prisec HSI/VSI) accessed through an authorized distribution partnership.

The business generates revenue through three streams: (1) equipment sales of complete portable and stationary plants plus individual units; (2) parts sales including ELRUS-brand wear parts, OEM Sandvik components, screen media, conveyor parts, and brand support across multiple non-ELRUS equipment makes; and (3) professional services covering full rebuilds, on-site emergency and scheduled maintenance, special project execution, and custom engineering/fabrication. All sales are conducted direct via a network of seven branches — Calgary (HQ), Aylmer (manufacturing), Cambridge, Nisku, Saskatoon, Rosser, and Chehalis, WA — with experienced in-house sales representatives and factory-trained technicians. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customers are enterprise aggregate producers, mining operators, and construction companies across North America.

ELRUS supplements its own product lines through additional channel and technology partnerships with THOR Global (telescopic conveyors) and McLanahan (exclusive regional dealer for washing and sand-processing equipment across Western Canada, Ontario, Quebec, Washington, Northern Idaho, Montana, and Hawaii), along with component supply relationships with Regal Rexnord, WEG, Nepean/PROK, and McGuire. The company remains privately held with no disclosed institutional investment, parent company, or M&A activity, and is currently marking its 50th anniversary in 2025.

Name

ELRUS Aggregate Systems

Legal name

Elrus Aggregate Systems Ltd.

Website

https://elrus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

ELRUS Aggregate Systems designs, manufactures, and services heavy-duty portable aggregate processing equipment—including crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders, washing systems, and control vans—for mining operators, aggregate producers, and construction companies across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aggregate Processing Equipment

NAICS

Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331), Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing (333922)

SIC

Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Crushing, Screening & Mineral Sizing Equipment (IMAKANAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Feeding & Conveying Equipment (Aprons, Belts, Stackers) (IMAHAMAH), Bulk Solids Handling & Processing Equipment (Conveying, Silo, Feeders) (IMAHAEAG), Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers) (IMAHABAH), Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers) (IMAHABAI), Conveying, Hoisting & Materials Handling Systems (Conveyors, Stackers/Reclaimers, Winches) (IMAKANAE)

Keywords

• Aggregate equipment
• Crushing equipment
• Screening equipment
• Portable plants
• Aggregate processing

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aggregate Equipment Manufacturing & Sales: ELRUS designs and manufactures heavy-duty portable and stationary aggregate equipment including jaw crushers, cone crushers, impact crushers, screens, feeders, conveyors, control vans and towers. Equipment is sold as complete plants or individual units for primary, secondary, and tertiary crushing applications.
2. Parts Sales: ELRUS stocks and supplies high-quality parts including crusher wear parts (jaw liners, cone liners, blow bars), screen media (woven wire, engineered screens), OEM Sandvik parts, conveyor parts (bearings, rollers, pulleys, belts), and brand support across all major aggregate equipment brands.
3. Service & Maintenance: Factory-trained technicians provide full rebuild services, on-site emergency and scheduled maintenance, and special project execution for crushing plants and aggregate equipment. Services include full frame restorations, component replacements, and complex machinery modifications.
4. Custom Equipment Engineering & Fabrication: ELRUS provides custom equipment builds tailored to specific site requirements including tailored equipment configurations, personalized control vans, custom washing and screening systems, and specialized containment solutions. Process includes consultation, in-house engineering using Sandvik Plant Designer and CAD, fabrication, and long-term support.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ELRUS Aggregate Systems designs, manufactures, and distributes heavy-duty portable and stationary aggregate processing equipment, including jaw, cone, and impact crushers, vibrating screens, feeders, conveyors, washing systems, and mobile power vans and control towers. The company also supplies crusher wear parts, screen media, OEM Sandvik parts, and conveyor components, and provides factory-trained service, full rebuilds, on-site maintenance, and custom equipment engineering for aggregate and mining operations across North America.

Product overview

ELRUS Aggregate Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of aggregate processing equipment, parts, and services. The core equipment lineup includes Feeding Equipment (stationary and mobile), Crushing Equipment (jaw crushers, cone crushers, impact crushers, mobile and stationary plants), Screening Equipment (ELRUS and Sandvik incline screens, horizontal screens, MS612 multi-slope screens, mobile and stationary screening plants), Conveying Equipment (THOR telescopic conveyors and ELRUS conveyors), Washing Systems (McLanahan sand processing, water processing, and contaminant removal), and Control Systems (mobile power vans, pop-up control towers, stationary control towers). The parts portfolio includes crusher wear parts, screen media, OEM Sandvik parts, and conveyor parts. Service offerings encompass full rebuild services, on-site service, special projects, and custom equipment builds. The company also provides brand support for equipment from multiple manufacturers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pit Boss: 50th anniversary branding for ELRUS Aggregate Systems, featured on the homepage alongside the main ELRUS brand.

Products and services

• ELRUS Feeding Equipment Heavy-duty aggregate feeder systems available in stationary and mobile configurations, engineered to manage material flow between primary and secondary crushers with precision and reliability. Targeted at aggregate producers and mining operators.
• ELRUS Jaw Crushers Rugged primary crushing equipment with large feed openings and robust construction that efficiently handles hard, abrasive materials like stone, concrete, and asphalt using compression-based crushing. Targeted at aggregate producers, mining, and construction companies.
• ELRUS Cone Crushers Flexible cone crushers equipped with Sandvik technology, Hydroset system, ASRi automation, and Constant Liner Performance (CLP), suitable for primary, secondary, and tertiary crushing in stationary and mobile configurations. Targeted at aggregate and mining operations.
• ELRUS Impact Crushers High-efficiency crushers outfitted with Sandvik horizontal shaft impact (HSI) and vertical shaft impact (VSI) technologies, designed for high reduction ratios, excellent product shape, and low operating costs. Targeted at aggregate producers.
• ELRUS Mobile Crushing Plants Portable crushing plants integrating jaw, cone, and impact crushers on a portable chassis for on-site flexibility, fast setup, and optimal material flow. Targeted at mining and aggregate operations.
• ELRUS Stationary Crushing Plants Fixed plant crushing systems engineered for long-term efficiency and reliability in permanent operations, supporting primary, secondary, and tertiary crushing applications. Targeted at large aggregate producers.
• ELRUS Incline Screens Vibrating screens engineered to maximize flow and material coverage with hydraulic raise/lower functions, adjustable height options, and robust construction for reliable high-performance screening.
• ELRUS Horizontal Screens Streamlined screens designed for high-production applications requiring consistent product gradation with durable construction and low-maintenance requirements.
• ELRUS MS612 Multi-Slope Screen Plant Compact portable screen combining advantages of both horizontal and inclined screening with enhanced material stratification and accurate sizing in a smaller footprint.
• THOR Telescopic Conveyors Advanced telescopic conveyors from THOR Global incorporating innovative technology for larger, more compact stockpiles while reducing fuel consumption and minimizing material segregation.
• ELRUS Conveyors Durable, reliable conveyors built to handle high-capacity material loads with heavy-duty construction and customizable configurations for efficient material handling.
• McLanahan Sand Processing Equipment Sand processing solutions featuring McLanahan Sand-Manager Classifying Tanks for removing excess water, slimes, and undesirable grain sizes, producing multiple products from a single feed.
• ELRUS Mobile Power Vans Centralized control hubs for crushing spreads featuring a Genset, Switchgear, 6'x10' tower, ergonomic captain's chair, climate control, and 360-degree operational view.
• ELRUS Pop-Up Control Towers Versatile deployable control towers with 12-volt hydraulic scissor lift, positive pressurized cabin option, climate control, and safety features for crusher control centers.
• ELRUS Crusher Wear Parts High-durability wear parts including jaw liners, cone liners, and blow bars designed for maximum impact resistance and extended wear life in aggregate processing.
• ELRUS Screen Media High-performance screen media available in woven wire, custom solutions, engineered screens, and accessories for precision, durability, and longevity in screening operations.
• OEM Sandvik Parts Genuine Sandvik replacement components including jaw parts, cone parts, mantles, wear plates, and hydraulic components for optimal equipment performance and durability.
• ELRUS Full Rebuild Services Complete equipment restoration services handling frame restorations to component replacements with rigorous inspections and precision repairs.
• ELRUS On-Site Service Mobile field service with equipped specialists for emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance to minimize downtime wherever operations take place.
• ELRUS Custom Equipment Builds Tailored equipment configurations, control vans, towers, washing, screening, and specialized solutions engineered to meet specific operational requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Plants capable of processing up to 1,000 TPH for high-capacity mining operations
• +4 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SandvikcoreTechnology or IntegrationELRUS is an authorized Sandvik distributor, incorporating Sandvik's industry-leading cone crusher technology including Hydrocone, Hydroset, ASRi automation, CLP (Constant Liner Performance), Prisec HSI, and VSI impact crushers into ELRUS chassis. The partnership also includes supply of genuine OEM Sandvik parts including jaw parts, cone parts, mantles, wear plates, and hydraulic components. Sandvik technology is a core differentiator in ELRUS equipment offerings.
• THOR Global (ThorStacker)coreTechnology or IntegrationELRUS collaborates with THOR Global to provide cutting-edge telescopic conveyor technology to the aggregate industry. THOR's ThorStacker Telescopic Conveyors feature innovative telescopic technology allowing larger, more compact stockpiles while reducing fuel consumption and the need for additional equipment. The partnership enables ELRUS to offer advanced conveying solutions that minimize material segregation and compaction.
• McLanahancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorELRUS is the authorized dealer for McLanahan in Western Canada, Ontario, Quebec, Washington, Northern Idaho, Montana, and Hawaii. McLanahan equipment includes Sand-Manager Classifying Tanks for sand processing, de-watering screens, fine material screw washers, and contaminant removal systems. This exclusive regional dealer relationship covers washing, sand processing, water management, and contaminant removal equipment.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Metso: Global leader in mining and aggregates equipment and services with comprehensive crushing, screening, conveying, and aftermarket offerings. Competes with ELRUS as a global OEM with broader reach and deeper R&D resources.
• Astec Industries: US-listed parent company of KPI-JCI, Astec Mobile Screens, Breaker Technology, and other aggregate and infrastructure equipment brands. Overlaps with ELRUS through its portable crushing/screening subsidiaries but operates at much larger scale with broader product portfolio.
• Sandvik: Global mining and rock processing OEM that supplies the cone crushers, automation, and wear technology embedded in ELRUS chassis. Both a critical technology partner to ELRUS and a direct competitor as Sandvik also sells stationary and mobile crushing equipment globally.

Direct peers

• Screen Machine Industries: US-based manufacturer of portable jaw, impact, and cone crushers, screening plants, and trommels for aggregate, recycling, and mining. Comparable to ELRUS in portable-plant positioning and North American dealer-supported sales model.
• Superior Industries: Manufactures crushing, screening, washing, and conveying equipment for aggregate and mining markets, with a strong focus on portable and modular plant designs. Directly comparable to ELRUS in equipment categories and customer base.
• McCloskey International: Manufactures mobile crushers, screeners, stackers, and washing equipment for aggregate, mining, and recycling customers worldwide. Highly comparable portable-crushing/screening product portfolio to ELRUS, including telescopic conveyors.
• KPI-JCI / Johnson Crushers International: A subsidiary of Astec Industries, KPI-JCI manufactures portable and stationary crushing, screening, and material handling equipment for the aggregate, mining, and recycling industries. It is the most direct competitor to ELRUS in North American portable crushing/screening plants.
• Eagle Crusher Company: Manufactures portable crushing and screening equipment for the aggregate, recycle, and mining industries, with a strong North American dealer footprint. Directly comparable to ELRUS in product line, customer base, and portable-plant value proposition.
• Terex MPS (Minerals Processing Systems): Terex's minerals processing division manufactures crushing, screening, and material handling equipment for quarries, mines, and aggregate producers globally. Direct competitor to ELRUS across jaw, cone, and impact crushing product lines.

Emerging players

• Masaba Mining Equipment: Manufactures custom aggregate equipment including portable conveyors, feeders, washing systems, and custom plant builds. Comparable to ELRUS's custom engineering and portable equipment business, with overlap in conveying and feeding product lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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