A VSI crusher, or to give it its full name, a vertical shaft impact crusher, is one type of impact crushers, which offer higher reduction ratios at a lower energy consumption. This series are designed to be used in secondary, tertiary or quarternary stage crushing. The crushers are suitable for a wide range of applications including the production of high quality manufactured sand, well formed aggregates and industrial minerals. Crushers can also be used for shaping or removal of soft stone from aggregate.