Maximizing Value in Drilling and Blasting

The rising cost of explosives and drilling services is putting significant pressure on operational budgets. How can you ensure you're getting full value from these critical expenditures? Case studies have shown that poor choices in pattern geometry and timing sequences can lead to losses exceeding 10%.

Eloranta & Associates can help you optimize your blast designs to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Production blasts must be tailored to the specific conditions of different ore and waste horizons. While a one-size-fits-all approach may seem convenient, it often falls short when measured against performance and cost outcomes.

Beyond routine production blasts, every operation faces unique challenges that require specialized solutions. These include sumps, ramps, wall control, close-quarters blasting, oversize reduction, shooting bins, frost penetration, hardpan conditions, and construction-related projects. Each scenario demands a custom design approach to achieve the desired results safely and effectively.

Greenfield projects present a particular challenge. With limited historical data, engineers are often forced to make high-stakes equipment decisions based on minimal information—sometimes only a single core sample or bulk test. In these situations, a targeted blast design study can provide crucial insights. Compared to the cost of selecting and purchasing the wrong drill, this small investment pays for itself many times over.