There are a number of software packages available in the market today to assist with blast design, so how do you choose the best one for your needs?
Blast design software has...
Managing explosives supply contracts with specialist knowledge of the subject matter is as important (or more) than the functional contract management skills that are also...
With all the turmoil in the ammonium nitrate markets in recent months, most explosives companies should be congratulated for maintaining supply to their customers, particularly...
In our previous blog, we touched upon some of the considerations for mining companies as ammonium nitrate (“AN”) availability became limited and prices were rising quickly,...
Ammonium nitrate indexes are currently at levels over five times higher than they were just 18 months ago and ammonia prices have risen even more than that over the same...
Transitioning between explosives suppliers should ideally be as smooth as possible to prevent jeopardizing production, negatively impacting worker safety or reducing the...
The importance of a well-managed explosives tender cannot be overlooked. The cost of the products and services may be modest compared with other aspects of running a mine, however...
Managing post blast fume (oxides of nitrogen), is a complicated issue for some mining companies, given the exposure it creates for onsite personnel, nearby communities and the...
Emulsions used in mining applications come in many forms. They are generally mixtures made up of a high concentration of ammonium nitrate (70-80%), along with water, emulsifier...
When it comes to bulk explosives trucks the most important thing to consider for any site is safety, so the equipment and operator must meet or exceed all necessary standards as...