Brick Production Line and Factory Setup

A brick production line is a complete industrial system designed to transform clay into finished fired bricks under controlled process conditions. The line produces solid and hollow bricks depending on the selected extrusion, drying and firing equipment.

From an industrial perspective, brick manufacturing is important because it combines precise clay preparation, extrusion forming, controlled drying and high-temperature firing to achieve consistent strength, dimensional accuracy and durability. The process relies on a defined sequence of unit operations that must be correctly engineered, sized and integrated.

Primary raw materials typically include clay, water, sand and optional additives. The core machinery set consists of crushers, clay mixers, extruders, tunnel dryers (100–150 °C), tunnel or Hoffman kilns (900–1100 °C) and packaging equipment.

The Industrial Department supports investors who want to establish a new brick factory as well as existing plant owners who need repair, overhaul, capacity expansion or automation of their current lines. Projects can start from an empty site or from an operating facility that requires technical upgrading.

Whether the goal is a green-field turnkey brick plant in Iraq, Kurdistan Region, Afghanistan or other regional markets, or the modernization of an existing line in Iran, engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support can be provided under defined contractual scopes.

Production Line Overview

The brick production line is engineered as an integrated process system covering clay extraction and preparation, mixing, extrusion, drying, firing, cooling and packaging. Design capacity is determined during the engineering phase and can typically range from 10 000 to 100 000 bricks per day, depending on final product mix and market requirements.

Product types include solid bricks, hollow bricks and specialty shapes. The overall process flow follows a defined sequence: clay extraction, crushing, mixing with water, extrusion and cutting, drying, firing, cooling and packaging.

Main machinery groups include crushers, clay mixers, extruders, tunnel dryers, tunnel or Hoffman kilns and packaging machines. Supporting infrastructure covers electrical power, process water, gas for kilns, compressed air and wastewater handling.

Manpower requirements depend on the degree of automation (typically 10–25 persons per shift). Quality control covers clay quality, dimensional accuracy, strength and finished-product appearance. Finished goods are stored under ambient conditions before distribution.

Technical Specifications

The following technical data represent typical ranges for an industrial brick production line. Final values are defined during basic and detailed engineering and may vary according to selected technology, level of automation, product portfolio and factory layout. For precise project-specific figures, contact the Industrial Department.

Specification	Description
Product	Brick (solid, hollow – depending on extrusion configuration)
Production Capacity	10 000–100 000 bricks per day (depending on project capacity and selected equipment sizing)
Required Area	1 000–3 000 m² (subject to final layout and capacity)
Electrical Power	380 V three-phase, 100–300 kW (depending on equipment selection and automation level)
Water Consumption	20–50 m³/day
Gas	300–800 m³/h (or equivalent)
Manpower	10–25 persons per shift (depending on automation)
Main Machines	Crusher, clay mixer, extruder, tunnel dryer, tunnel or Hoffman kiln, packaging machine
Packaging	Palletized or bulk according to selected packaging equipment

All figures are indicative. Detailed utility balances, equipment lists and layout drawings are prepared after process definition and capacity confirmation.

Products

An industrial brick production line can manufacture a variety of finished products depending on the selected formulation and forming system. Typical product families include solid bricks, hollow bricks and specialty shapes.

Variant development (clay type, additive profile, firing temperature) is defined during product development and process engineering. Packaging formats and secondary packaging are selected according to target markets and distribution channels.

Raw Materials for Brick Factory

Raw material selection and quality control are critical for brick strength, dimensional accuracy and durability. The main and auxiliary materials used in a typical industrial brick formulation are described below.

Main Raw Materials

Clay – Primary raw material providing plasticity and structure.
Water – For mixing and plasticity control.
Sand – Optional for texture and shrinkage control.
Additives – Optional for colour or performance improvement.

Sahi Rasa For Factories raw material

The Supply Chain Department is prepared to support identification, evaluation and supply of the main and auxiliary raw materials required by brick factories. Depending on the contractual scope, services may include supplier identification and evaluation, procurement and purchase coordination, specification control, logistics coordination, supply-chain design for continuous production, ongoing supply arrangements, and supply of materials from Iran for projects located in regional markets.

Registering an order for raw materials for the factory Brick
Sahi Rasa Supply Chain Department

Raw-material supply chain support can be examined for industrial brick projects located in Iran, Iraq, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Manufacturing Process

The industrial brick process follows a defined sequence of unit operations. Each stage has a clear purpose, input materials, equipment and quality impact.

Clay Extraction and Crushing – Clay is extracted and crushed.
Mixing – Clay is mixed with water to achieve the required plasticity.
Extrusion and Cutting – Mixture is extruded into continuous columns and cut into bricks.
Drying – Green bricks are dried in tunnel dryer at 100–150 °C.
Firing – Bricks are fired in tunnel or Hoffman kiln at 900–1100 °C.
Cooling and Packaging – Bricks are cooled and packed.

Machinery & Equipment

Each main machine performs a specific function. Support is available for design, manufacturing or procurement, customization, installation, commissioning, repair, overhaul, refurbishment, automation and spare-parts supply according to the agreed project scope.

Crusher – Reduces clay size. Position: first stage. Importance: raw-material preparation. Maintenance: jaws and screens.
Clay Mixer – Homogenizes clay and water. Quality impact: plasticity and uniformity. Maintenance: blades and seals.
Extruder – Forms continuous brick column. Quality impact: dimensional accuracy. Maintenance: screws, dies and vacuum system.
Tunnel Dryer – Removes moisture at 100–150 °C. Quality impact: crack prevention. Maintenance: fans and temperature controls.
Tunnel / Hoffman Kiln – Fires bricks at 900–1100 °C. Quality impact: strength and durability. Maintenance: burners, refractory and temperature sensors.

Factory Layout & Building Requirements

Typical functional areas include clay receiving and storage, preparation and mixing, extrusion and cutting, drying hall, kiln area, cooling and packaging, quality-control laboratory, utility rooms, maintenance workshop, staff facilities, loading docks and administrative offices. Layout must respect process flow. Exact area allocation is determined during the engineering phase according to capacity and product range.

Utilities

Electricity: 380 V three-phase, typically 100–300 kW
Water: 20–50 m³/day
Gas: 300–800 m³/h (or equivalent)
Compressed air, HVAC and drainage according to local regulations

Turnkey Factory Setup

An investor can start from an empty site. Depending on contractual scope, the project can be accompanied through: Idea → Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Machinery → Procurement → Manufacturing → Installation → Commissioning → Training → Raw Material Supply → Packaging → Trial Production → Commercial Production. The objective is an operational factory ready for production.

EPC & PMC

Projects can be executed under EPC or PMC approaches. Engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation supervision and commissioning are coordinated within the defined contract boundaries.

Machinery Repair

Existing brick factories can request inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repair, component replacement, spare-parts supply and line maintenance support for crushers, mixers, extruders, dryers and kilns.

Machinery Overhaul & Refurbishment

Older equipment can be evaluated for comprehensive overhaul, replacement of worn parts, control-system upgrades, improved reliability and modest capacity or quality improvements where technically feasible.

Capacity Expansion

Capacity of an existing line can often be increased by addressing bottlenecks, upgrading key machines (extruder, dryer, kiln), improving packaging speed, optimizing layout or introducing selective automation.

Industrial Automation

Typical applications include PLC sequence control, temperature loops, automatic dosing, HMI, data logging and optional SCADA integration.

Supply Chain

Factory = Machinery + Raw Materials + Utilities + People + Process + Supply Chain + Market. The Supply Chain Department supports supplier sourcing, procurement, logistics and ongoing material supply for brick projects.

Packaging

Palletizing, strapping, coding and secondary packaging are integrated according to product format and market requirements.

Branding & Product Development

When required, support can be provided for product development, packaging design, graphic design, industrial design, branding and related marketing preparation.

Market & Country Sections

Engineering, machinery, installation, overhaul and supply-chain support are available for brick projects in Iran, Iraq, Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Sahi Rasa Services

Service	Application in This Project
Feasibility Study	Technical and economic assessment of capacity, product mix and investment
Factory Design	Layout, process flow and utility design
Machinery Design / Manufacturing	Specification and coordinated supply or manufacturing of process equipment
Procurement	Sourcing of machinery, components and materials
Installation & Commissioning	Mechanical/electrical installation, start-up and performance testing
Automation	PLC, HMI, process control and optional SCADA
Raw Material Supply	Coordination via Supply Chain Department
Repair / Overhaul / Refurbishment	Restoration and modernization of existing machinery
Capacity Expansion	Engineering and implementation of throughput increases
Staff Training	Operational and basic maintenance training

Why Sahi Rasa

Process engineering, machinery-related capabilities, procurement support, supply-chain coordination, installation, commissioning, training, maintenance support and automation are combined. The practical advantage is a more integrated execution path from concept to an operating production line.

From Empty Land to Production

Typical sequence: Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Equipment Design → Machinery Manufacturing/Procurement → Logistics → Installation → Commissioning → Staff Training → Raw Material Supply → Trial Production → Commercial Production. Operational support for a defined initial period can be examined as a contractual option.

Who Should Contact Sahi Rasa?

Investors – planning a new brick factory or production line
Existing Factory Owners – needing repair, overhaul, refurbishment, modernization, automation or capacity expansion
Industrial Buyers – requiring machinery, spare parts, raw materials or engineering services

Final CTA

If you intend to set up a brick production line or factory, if your existing plant needs repair, overhaul or capacity expansion, if you require new machinery or automation, or if you need coordination of raw-material supply, contact the Industrial Department.

Submit your request for: Factory Setup / Machinery / Repair / Overhaul / Refurbishment / Automation / Capacity Expansion / Raw Materials.

Registering an order for raw materials for the factory Brick

FAQ

What is the typical cost of setting up a brick factory?
Cost depends on capacity, product range, automation level, building and utility scope. A detailed estimate is prepared after process definition.
Which main machines are required?
Crusher, clay mixer, extruder, tunnel dryer, tunnel or Hoffman kiln and packaging machine.
What production capacity can be designed?
Capacity is determined during the engineering phase; typical ranges are 10 000–100 000 bricks per day.
How much space is needed?
Typical process area ranges from approximately 1 000 to 3 000 m², subject to final layout.
What are the main raw materials?
Clay, water, sand and optional additives.
Can raw materials be supplied?
Yes, via the Supply Chain Department according to project scope.
Is machinery manufacturing or procurement supported?
Design, manufacturing or coordinated procurement according to the agreed scope.
Can existing machines be repaired?
Yes – inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical/electrical repair and spare parts.
Is overhaul or refurbishment possible?
Yes – comprehensive restoration and control upgrades.
Can capacity of an existing line be increased?
Often yes, by addressing bottlenecks and upgrading key equipment.
Are turnkey projects executed?
Turnkey or partial turnkey scopes can be offered under defined contracts.
Are services available in Iraq and Kurdistan Region?
Yes, including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok and other locations.
Are services available in Afghanistan?
Yes, including Kabul, Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif.
Can raw materials be supplied from Iran for regional projects?
Yes, coordination of material supply is part of possible supply-chain scope.
Is installation and commissioning included?
They can be included according to the selected contractual package.