The Safe Use Of Shock-Tube And Detonating Cord Systems In Shaft Sinking - A Global Trend
- Organization:
- The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Pages:
- 4
- File Size:
- 841 KB
- Publication Date:
- Jan 1, 1999
Abstract
Traditionally, South African shaft sinking operations have used electric detonators for the initiation of blastholes. Globally, the trend in shaft sinking is to use the shock tube and detonating cord (STDC) initiation system, with value adding benefits. In pursuing this global trend, Cementation Mining of South Africa in partnership with SMX have ventured the STDC route. This paper explores the work carried out to date, and identifies a number of benefits to be gained by using the system.
Citation
APA: (1999) The Safe Use Of Shock-Tube And Detonating Cord Systems In Shaft Sinking - A Global Trend
MLA: The Safe Use Of Shock-Tube And Detonating Cord Systems In Shaft Sinking - A Global Trend. The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, 1999.