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Abstract

This paper aims to preliminary assessment for the presence of a crushing plant in Lampung Timur regency. Evaluation of this project included technical aspect and financial aspect. Tehnically, Marga Tiga district selected as the project location, caused of a lot of raw material and lack of competitor in this district. Hypotec reserves of basalt rocks in Marga Tiga district reach 8 milion tons. Single togle jaw crusher chosen as due; simple in construction, low maintenance, high productivity and can be produced locally. The installed capacity of the crushing plant unit is 20 m3/hour, with production size of 2-3 cm, 1-2 cm, and finess than 0.5 mm. Calculation of financial aspect obtained 4 years for payback period; positive Net Present Value (NPV) 1,109,106,085; 1.46 of profitability index; and 24.08% of Internal rate of return (IRR). The presence of a crushing plant in Lampung Timur regency is feasible and competent to be run. The presence of this unit will create very beneficial multiplier effect for development in the region.