Trial economics

Grinding Aid ROI & Payback Calculator

Published by CementGrindingAid.com · Last reviewed 24 July 2026 · How this content is produced

Build a transparent business case without assuming a guaranteed throughput or energy benefit.

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Why is product cost calculated on baseline tonnes?

It provides a consistent first comparison. For a final case, use actual treated tonnage.

What is contribution per extra tonne?

Selling price minus variable costs attributable to the additional tonne; it is not total revenue.

What does a negative ROI mean?

The entered annual benefits are smaller than the grinding-aid cost under those assumptions.

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