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CASE STUDY: REDUCING FLYROCK BY IMPROVING ENERGY RETENTION
The purpose of the Varistem® stemming plug trial conducted at Coal Mine X was to reduce flyrock, noise, and airblast by retaining blast energy. The
Eugene Preis is the Managing Director of ERG Industrial, where he leads the company’s strategic vision and operations. With deep expertise in mining and blast engineering, Eugene has played a pivotal role in growing ERG Industrial into the global titan it is today.
Eugene’s experience spans technical execution and entrepreneurial leadership. He has co-founded and contributed to a range of startups within the mining sector. He has also shared his knowledge through lecturing engagements at the University of Pretoria, further contributing to the advancement of the field.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mining and Mineral Engineering and a Master of Engineering in Mining (Cum Laude), both from the University of Pretoria.
The purpose of the Varistem® stemming plug trial conducted at Coal Mine X was to reduce flyrock, noise, and airblast by retaining blast energy. The
This article delves into the causes, effects, and mitigation measures related to flyrock incidents. It emphasises the importance of understanding mechanisms like face bursting, cratering,
This article delves into the concept of explosives sensitivity, also known as initiation sensitivity, which is a fundamental property of explosive materials used in the
Designing a blast involves the consideration of multiple parameters, and achieving the desired blasting outcome necessitates a thorough understanding of the interplay and interdependence of
In our business, we are in a unique position where we get to spend time at countless sites, working with drillers and blasters during the planning,
This article delves into the fundamental concept of Velocity of Detonation (VoD) and its profound significance in blasting activities within the mining and quarrying sector.
The article explores the concept of scaled depth of burial (SD) and its significance in mitigating environmental impacts associated with blasting activities in mining and
Managing Director
Eugene Preis | eugene@ergindustrial.com
Operations Director
Reinhardt Steyn | reinhardt@ergindustrial.com
Administrative
Annette Schreiber |annette@ergindustrial.com
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