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Page 1: AEL Mining Services' Product Catalogue

Product Catalogue2013 VERSION 1

Wealth UnearthedPrinted on 100% eco friendly paper

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The copyright to this catalogue vests in AEL Mining Services Limited. Any unauthorized reproduction, adaptation, translation, publication, distribution or dissemination of a whole or any part of this catalogue, without the written consent of AEL Mining Services Limited will constitute an act of copyright infringement. AEL Mining Services Limited reserves its rights to take civil and/or criminal action against such infringement. AEL Mining Services Limited disclaims all warranties and liabilities for the use of this catalogue and the information contained herein, and assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. AEL Mining Services Limited makes no commitment to update the information contained here, and may make changes at any time without notice. Other product and corporate names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of other companies, and are used only for explanation and to the owner’s benefit, without intent to infringe.©AEL Mining Services Limited

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Index

Corporate InformationIntroduction 4

About AEL Mining Services 5Glossary of Abbreviations 6Lead-times 6AEL Sales Offices 6

ExplosivesSurface Bulk Emulsions 9

Emulsion Offerings 10Technical Properties Surface Bulk Products 11Compatibility Matrix Surface Bulk Products 12

Underground Bulk Emulsions 14

UG100 Range 15UG200 Range 16Bagged System 17Bulk System 18Hybrid System 19Compatibility Matrix Underground Bulk 20

Packaged Explosives 22

Magnum® Watergel explosives 23Explosives Control - Cartridge counting 24Magnum® Buster (Zambia only) 25Anfex® 26Compatibility Matrix Specialised Explosives 27

Ammonium Nitrate Prill Based Explosives 28

Bulk Anfex® 28Bulk Anfex® Eco 29Compatibility Matrix 30

Initiating SystemsShock Tube 32

Uni-Delay LP 34Uni-Delay SP 35Splitter 36Multi SPD 37Multi LPD 38Trunkline 39Cluster 40Lead-In 41Extender 42

Capped Fuse Systems 44

Stopefuse® and Durafuse® 45Shock Tube Starter 46AEL Igniter Cords 47

Electronic Delay Detonators 48

QuickShot™ Plus 49SmartShot™ 50DigiShot™ 51DigiShot™ Plus 52HotShot™ 53

Electronic Initiators 54

NetShock™ 54

Electric Initiators 55

Statsafe® Detonator 55Instantaneous Electric Detonator (IED) 56Fusehead Assembly 57Shurstart® 58Shock Tube Starter 59

AEL Initiating Accessories 60

AEL Detonating Cords 61Powercord® 8 Premium 62AEL Pentolite Boosters 63AEL Detonating Relays 64Compatibility Matrix 65

Blasting AccessoriesMantis 68Hot Hole Monitor 69Detonating Cord Cutter 70

Industrial ProductsIndustrial Products Introduction 73Ammonium Nitrate Anfo Grade (ANA) 74Ammonium Nitrate Emulsion Grade (ANE) 75Ammonium Nitrate Solution (ANS) 76Nitric Acid 77Aqueous Ammonia 78Ammonia 100-I, Ammonia 100-R 79

Services 80AEL Mining Optimisation 81Product Services 82

Equipment Services 84Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMU) 86Mobile Charging Units 87Portable Charging Units (PCU) 88Vertical Drop 89Emulsion Plant 10T, 20T,40T 90

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Introduction

AEL’s product range and beyond

AEL Mining Services is proud to present our latest product catalogue showcasing our wide range of products.

As an added value service provider, we strive to optimise your mining operations by bringing you a comprehensive range of services to complement our cutting-edge product offering.

Being an international leader and innovator in commercial explosives and blasting solutions, AEL has continuously demonstrated its understanding of the industry’s needs and challenges, as well as the importance of extracting valuable minerals from the earth. Our suite of products is tailored to fulfil our customers’ needs to streamline operations and increase productivity.

To remain relevant, our cutting edge R&D department plays a vital role in keeping our global operations relevant with the delivery of two ground-breaking innovations per year. The R&D team is actively involved in assisting AEL engineers and our mining optimisation team develop solutions for specific mining applications.

The new product catalogue has been compiled with meticulous care to ensure that it is an invaluable reference tool for you.

On behalf of The AEL management team I would like to wish you greater productivity and encourage a safer mining environment.

Schalk Venter Managing Director

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About AEL Mining Services

A proud member of the AECI Group

AEL Mining Services, a member of the JSE-listed AECI Group in South Africa, is a leading developer, producer and supplier of commercial explosives, initiating systems and blasting services for mining, quarrying and construction markets in Africa and selected international markets. AEL is the largest supplier of explosives technology and initiating systems in Africa.

With its head office in Johannesburg, South Africa, AEL was established in 1896 and has become one of the world’s leading suppliers of explosives and inititaing systems. With 17 companies in AEL Mining Services, the group also has production facilities in offices in South Africa, Egypt, Ghana Mali, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, DRC, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Chile and Indonesia.

Using world-class technologies, AEL unearths wealth in the countries in which it operates, providing world-class mining solutions in all key mining, quarrying and construction applications such as open pit, open cast, underground massive, underground narrow reef, dimensional stone and aggregate stone quarrying.

AEL offers the latest generation products and services for blasting operations, which include electronic detonators, centralised blasting systems, shock tube systems, boosters, detonator cords, capped fuse, igniter cord and blasting accessories.

AEL produces and supplies ammonium nitrate and ammonium nitrate solution from its own manufacturing plants. AEL’s bulk manufacturing plants

provide the group with the capacity to produce and deliver timeously, even when volume demands increases. AEL also supplies a comprehensive range of packaged explosives.

AEL deploys in-house engineering competency to design and build Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) for surface and underground mining, bulk emulsion manufacturing plants and modular initiating systems assembly plants. In addition, AEL offers underground mobile and static emulsion pumping systems.

AEL deploys blasting services that extract optimum value from any blasting operation with its blend of products, services and solutions. These include Down the Hole, Prime Load Tie and/or Shoot (PLTS), and rock on ground contracting.

AEL’s Mining Optimisation provides extensive experience in blast monitoring, design, timing, fragmentation analysis, basic blasting principle training, technology conversion, explosive engineering diploma, i-Mining productivity programme and blasting consulting services.

Through its modular operations, AEL has the ability to deploy, set up and mobilise infrastructure in remote regions throughout the world in a quick turnaround time.

AEL partners, invests and contributes to economies in regions where it operates by meticulously caring for both people and the environment to unearth wealth for current and future generations.

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About AEL

Glossary of Abbreviations Lead Times for Standard and Non-Standard Products

AN ANFOCNFOVIXEN-IIEDSPDLPDPETNRBEEREETNTAacADCdcRWSRBSKggg/cm³kg/mg/mkPammmsm/smJ/ohmMJNEQss/mtVOD>≥<≤=m/mGpa~pFkV

ammonium nitrateammonium nitrate fuel-oilcalcium nitratefuel-oilthe AEL international detonating codeinstantaneous electric detonatorshort period delaylong period delaypentaerythritol tetranitraterelative bulk effective energyrelative effective energytrinitrotolueneamperealternating currentArdeer Double Cartridge (test)direct currentRelative Weight StrengthRelative Bulk Strengthkilogramgramgram per cubic centimetrekilogram per metregrams per metrekilopascalmillimetermillisecondmetres per secondmillijoule per ohmMegajouleNet Explosives Quantitysecondseconds per metretonne (metric)velocity of detonationgreater thangreater than or equal toless thanless than or equal toequalsmass to massgigapascalapproximatepico FARADkilo Volts

Definitions• Standard products are those products that are carried in

stock by AEL based on historic sales out of any individual AEL distribution site. Please contact your local AEL representative to enquire what is, or could be made available.

• Non-standard products are either made-to-order or are not standard sales out of a particular AEL distribution site. No stocks are held.

• Made-to-order products are defined in the product range as those products that AEL would manufacture on receipt of a confirmed order. This category of products is subject to a longer lead-time, but arrangements can be made to carry the product as a stock item at any AEL distribution site as long as there is a written guarantee that the product will have constant sales of reasonable volume. Please contact your local AEL representative for arrangements. Made-to-order products are identified on each of the product pages of the catalogue.

Lead times• Standard products for shafthead deliveries 36 hours (The lead-

time for shafthead deliveries does not include weekends or public holidays)

• Made-to-order and Export products lead times are as per schedule below. Note this is the otal lead time from order placement to delivery to AEL subsidiaries or in some circumstances the direct customers. Please contact your local AEL representative to enquire the additional lead time to customer site delivery.

AEL will endeavour to negotiate in good faith to meet customer’s requirements, but always reserves the right to evoke the lead-time requirements as stated above.

AEL Sales Offices

South AfricaJohannesburgCape TownEast LondonKimberleyKlerksdorpMokopaneMogalakwenaKwa-Zulu NatalNelspruitO’KiepRustenburg

SteelpoortVenetiaWelkomWest WitsWitbankSavuka

Outside of South AfricaBotswanaZambiaLesotho

+27 11 606 0000+27 21 842 3901+27 43 745 2169+27 53 802 6352+27 18 477 1062+27 15 491 1373+27 15 418 2189+27 31 266 4303+27 13 747 2278+27 27 713 8597+27 14 594 9300

+27 13 230 3201+27 15 575 2335+27 57 352 4073+27 18 788 3390 +27 13 690 1242+27 18 788 3390

+267 393 8133+260 966 990 945/9+27 11 606 0505

TanzaniaNamibiaGhanaMauritiusEgyptDRCZimbabweIndonesiaChile

+255 28 250 2927+264 64 403 463+ 233 30 276 2633+230 269 1650+20 22 461 8609+243 99 5366 257+263 429 16 315+62 21 759 2 4498+56 2 928 1300

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ExplosivesAEL provides a range of explosives in both underground and surface mining. AEL is one of the few key manufacturers of a range of specially formulated products that can be effectively placed in vertical up-holes and down-holes.

AEL’s Surface Bulk Explosives are one of the best researched and developed formulations currently in the market. The Eco range of products has been developed to optimise surface mining blasting; this coupled with the use of black oil (recycled or reworked oil) in the formulation has provided an environmentally friendly range without compromising on performance.

With a solution to suit almost every application - including surface, underground operations and quarries – AEL’s highly skilled team, its vast range of products and solutions, equipment and technical resources have made the company an acknowledged leader in this field in South Africa, Africa at large as well as internationally.

One of the company’s on-going success stories is its Underground Bulk Systems, which, while widely accepted as the industry standard for underground mining, is continuously evolving within the walls of AEL’s Research & Development department.

New and improved emulsion formulations, pumping systems and value-add services targeted to this industry are constantly

being realised as AEL continues in its efforts to improve its offering.

The Underground Bulk System technology and AEL’s initiating systems combine to optimise safety while improving blasting efficiencies in a variety of mining, tunnelling and shaft sinking applications.

Even under the most trying blasting conditions, AEL’s proven technologies deliver tangible benefits to its customers across the entire mining operation.Most notably, through the application of innovative technology combined with years of experience in this market, AEL has introduced its “sticky” solution, which offers customers a competitive edge in cost effective blasting and is set to change the blasting landscape as we know it today.

Offering customers the ability to place “sticky” explosives vertically up-hole, has changed the way customers view difficult blasting environments and simplified the process substantially.

Through its strategically placed network of regional depots, AEL is able to provide a full range of explosives and services to the most remote customers in African and international markets. This includes a wide range of specifically formulated water gels, emulsions, dry gels and ANFEX solutions.

As with all AEL products, these solutions are supported by a reliable range of initiation systems and blasting services, as well as skilled technical support staff who are on hand to manage customer needs.

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Surface Bulk EmulsionsAEL’s Surface Bulk Explosives are one of the best researched and developed formulations currently in the market. The Eco range of products has been developed to optimise blasting in surface mining by means of a cost-effective and environmentally friendly emulsion. This fit-for-purpose product contains of black oil in the fuel phase of the formulation and indirectly assists customers to dispose of their used lubricating oils in a responsible manner.

With a solution to suit almost every application – including surface, massive operations and quarries, AEL’s highly skilled team, its vast range of products and solutions, equipment and technical resources have made the company an acknowledged leader by providing sector solutions in South Africa, African regions and the International business.

General specifications of Surface Bulk Emulsions

Benefits and FeaturesBenefits• Flexible energy offering – getting the right size rock

on the ground• Longer sleep times• Surfactant Technology – makes for robust quality

emulsions• Delivery system – quick charging turnaround times

with bulk delivery• Quality Assurance – raw material to final product

(systems and people)• Fit for purpose product & plants• A blasting Solution – influencing the mining

cycle with optimal combination of explosives and electronics

Features• Eco emulsions incorporate black oil in the oil phase• A non-detonable emulsion blend before sensitising,

only becoming an explosive once sensitised by MMU• Bulk delivery - Charged using a pump or an auger,

depending on the ANA/Emulsion ratio• Mixed with ANA or Anfo in various ratios for optimal

energy partitioning

Recommendations for useThe product should be sensitised as required on the bench using AEL Mining Services recommended equipment before charging into blast holes.

Mining MethodSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying

Storage and Expiry• Base emulsion has a shelf life of 2 months• Silos and Isotainers are the recommended storage

facilities• Storage sites must be secure• Primers and Detonators should not be allowed in

storage sites

Transport (UN Classification)Do not transport primers and/or detonators with base emulsion

Base emulsionClass 5.1, UN No. 3375, AMMONIUM NITRATE EMULSION

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Our base emulsions are non-detonable, with the virgin oil emulsions having a honey coloured appearance and the Eco emulsions being grey or black in colour. Base emulsions (SB100, S200, SB300) are handled and transported as an unsensitised product to mines and/or operational sites.

The product is charged in blast holes when sensitised or blended with ANA and sensitised or with Anfo mixed to various ratios. The product’s water resistance is excellent, depending on the emulsion-to-Anfo ratio. The minimum initiator required to reliably detonate the sensitised emulsion is a 150 gram Pentolite Primer. The typical in-hole density of emulsions is 1.25g/cm³, but density varies with depth. Please contact your regional sales office for finding the best product suited to you application.

The diagram below shows the various product options available to the market. The table gives a general technical overview of the three main product ranges, as base emulsions.

Surface Bulk Emulsions

Virgin Oil or Eco (black oil) Variations

S200 / S200 Eco

Doped (mixed with ANA and sensitised) or Blend (sensitised with Anfo)

Emulsion Offerings - Surface Bulk Products

S100 / S100 Eco S300 / S300 Eco

Premium

SP200 / SP200 Eco

Hot Holes CoalSH200 / SH200 Eco SC200 / SC200 Eco

Doped:- 20%, 30% or 35% ANA

- Minimum hole diameter: 75-100mm

Blend: - 54%, 57%, 60%, 64% or 74% Anfo

- Minimum hole diameter: 150-250mm- Water resistance is good @ 54%)

- Water resistance is poor @ 57%, 60%, 64% and 74%

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Technical Properties - Surface Bulk Products

Product Name SB100/SB100Eco SH200Eco SC200Eco SP200Eco SB300/SB300Eco

Product Characteristic

Ammonium Nitrate (AN) only emulsion

Ammonium Nitrate/Calcium Nitrate (CN) Emulsion Ammonium Nitrate/ Urea Emulsion

Application Surface mining – Open cast, Quarrying, Open pit

Surface mining – Open cast coal mining (hot hole conditions)

Surface mining – Open cast coal mining

Surface mining – Open Pit and Quarries (Hard rock mining)

Surface mining – Open cast, reactive Ground containing pyrites

Density Base emulsion: 1.34-1.36Sensitised emulsion: 1.05-1.25

Ideal Delivered Energy (MJ/kg at 100MPa)¹

2.228 1.911 1.986 2.106 2.177

Relative Weight Strength (% Anfo at 100MPa)¹

99 86 88 93 96

Relative Bulk Strength (% Anfo at 100MPa)¹

154 135 137 146 150

Sleep time 10 Days Not recommended due to safety requirements

3 weeks 3 weeks Not recommended due to safety requirements

Viscosity 18000-22000cP at 60°C

VOD 4500-6000m/s 4000-5500m/s 4200-5700m/s 4500-6000m/s 4500-5500m/s

Pumpability 6 stages

Transport Type Bulk – tankers, rapid reloaders and mobile manufacturing units

Note:¹ The Relative Weight & Bulk Strengths are relative to ANFO (=100) at a density of 0,80 g/cm3. The figures have been determined using the VIXEN-idetonation code.

For further information, please contact your local AEL Mining Services office.

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Compatibility Matrix - Surface Bulk Products

Acceptor S100 / Eco range S200 Eco range S300 range

Diameter (mm) 76-127 140-215 250-311 76-127 140-215 250-311 76-127 140-215 250-311

Donors

150g Pentolite Primer x x x

250g Pentolite Primer x x x

400g Pentolite Primer x x x x x x

Note: The above table is only a guideline for matching Pentolite primers to blast hole diameter. Depending on the product type/dope, the critical or minimum hole diameter needs to be taken into account.

The recommendations in the table above are based on actual data generated during blast output evaluation of AEL Mining Services formulations when loaded correctly. In practice however, the loading of emulsions in blast holes contaminated by groundwater and other debris may cause sub-optimal initiation conditions. As such AEL Mining Services always recommends using the largest booster possible provided the loading process can be performed safely.

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Underground Bulk EmulsionsOne of the company’s on-going success stories is its Underground Bulk Systems, which, while widely accepted as the industry standard for underground mining, is continuously evolving within the walls of AEL’s Research & Development department. New and improved emulsion formulations, pumping systems and value-add services targeted to this industry are constantly being realised as AEL continues in its efforts to improve its offering.

The Underground Bulk System technology and AEL’s initiating systems combine to optimise safety while improving blasting efficiencies in a variety of mining applications. Even under the most trying blasting conditions, AEL’s proven technologies deliver tangible benefits to its customers across the entire mining operation.

General specifications of Underground Bulk Emulsions

ClassificationUnderground bulk emulsion explosives consist of a base emulsion and sensitiser, which are classified as non-detonable and non-explosive, respectively.

AppearanceThe base emulsion is a honey coloured mixture of two immiscible liquids and an emulsifier. The sensitiser is an aqueous or emulsified liquid, which, when added to the base emulsion and mixed, creates an explosive in the blast-hole.

Benefits and FeaturesBenefits• Improved safety of use, labour utilisation and

logistics• Easier adherence to explosive legislation• Improved fragmentation

Features• High safety standards• High strength

• High VOD• Water resistance• Low fume emissions

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; Massive

SurfaceOpen Pit; Quarrying; Civils

ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Massive; Ring Blasting; Open cast tabular deposit; Pre-split; Trenching

Equipment ServicesAEL manufactures all the necessary mobile charging equipment for these products.

Transport (UN Classification)Base emulsionClass 5.1, UN No. 3375, OXIDIZING MATERIALSensitiserClass 5.1, UN No. 3099, OXIDIZING LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

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These products are characterised as high strength denoted by the 100 in the name.

UG100 Range Underground Bulk Emulsions

Product Range UG100 UG100S

Application Underground: Development and stoping. Typically used in the bulk and bagged systems for conventional mines. Used extensively in bord and pillar workings.Surface: Tabular deposit, Pre-split, trenching

Up-holes/ring blasting and development

Colour Base emulsion – honeySensitised emulsion - green

Base emulsion – honeySensitised emulsion - blue

Ideal Delivered Energy (IDE) MJ/kg* 2.443 2.232

Relative Effective Energy (REE)* 86 79

Relative Bulk Strength (RBS)* 123 112

Minimum Initiator 8D in 25mm diameter hole 8D in a 45mm diameter hole

VOD 4600m/s in 32mm diameter hole 5250m/s in a 89mm diameter hole

Best Practices The product can be used in blast holes up to 5m in length with a hole diameter >= 36mmGenerally, priming is not required

Boosters are used in up-holes

Generally, priming is not required

Special Precautions Base emulsion and sensitiser should be stored separately

Delivery Bulk delivery in tankers or bagged product Bulk delivery in tankers

Sensitising Agent GE50 (Green) emulsified sensitiser or GS15 (Green) aqueous sensitiser

GS30 (Blue) aqueous sensitiser

*Any product with a suffix ‘C’ means that the formulation is site specific *If any product has the suffix ‘Bagged’ then product is delivered in bags*As calculated by Vixen-i*Bulk and bagged systems refer to the application of underground emulsion, packaging and delivery systems, and the portable charging units to deliver emulsion into narrow reef mines

Technical Properties

Sleep Time 7 days maximum

Water resistance Excellent

Density Base Emulsion: 1.41-1.47g/ccSensitised Emulsion: 1.0-1.15g/cc

Gap Sensitivity 0

Repumpability Six Stages

Storage and Expiry• Storage Conditions - Avoid high/low temperatures• Product Shelf Life - 3 Months for base emulsion and

emulsified sensitiser, 6 months for aqueous sensitiser

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These products are characterised as high stability and suitable for use in remote areas and/or where large temperature gradients are anticipated, denoted by the “200” in the name.

UG200 Range Underground Bulk Emulsions

Product Range UG200 UG200S

Application Underground: Development and stoping. Used in bord and pillar workings.Surface: Tabular deposit, Pre-split, trenching

Up-holes/ring blasting and development

Colour Base emulsion – honeySensitised emulsion - pink

Base emulsion – honeySensitised emulsion - blue

Ideal Delivered Energy (IDE) MJ/kg* 2.309 1.97

Relative Effective Energy (REE)* 81 69

Relative Bulk Strength (RBS)* 117 100

Best Practices Generally priming is required Boosters are used in up-holesGenerally priming is required

Special Precautions Base emulsion and sensitiser should be stored separately

Sensitising Agent Use GS15 (Pink) Sensitiser Use GS30 (blue) sensitiser

*Any product with a suffix ‘C’ means that the formulation is site specific *If any product has the suffix ‘Bagged’ then product is delivered in bags*As calculated by Vixen-i

Technical Properties

Sleep Time 7 days maximum

Velocity of Detonation

>4 000m/s

Water resistance Excellent

Density Base Emulsion: 1.41-1.47g/ccSensitised Emulsion: 1.0-1.15g/cc

Gap Sensitivity 0

Minimum Initiator 8D

Repumpability Six Stages

Storage and Expiry• Storage Conditions - Avoid high/low temperatures• Product Shelf Life - 3 Months for base emulsion and emulsified sensitiser, 6 months for aqueous sensitiser

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ApplicationConventional Narrow reef mining of any depth.

Description:In workings with no emulsion delivery infrastructure, the Bagged system is utilised in conjunction with portable charging units (PCU’s)

Unique deliverables:• Shrunken explosive footprint• Bulk storage of emulsion and accessories• No more explosive transport in shaft and underground• Non-explosive environment• Primerless blasting• Reduced product inventory • Cost-effective alternative to packaged explosive• Easier adherence to explosive legislation

Process:• The bagged emulsion and bottled sensitiser are sent into the workings as required and loaded into the tanks of the

portable charging units (PCU’s) at the face.• The emulsion is pumped through a hose/mixer/lance into the blast hole.

Bagged System Underground Bulk Emulsions

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ApplicationConventional Narrow reef mining of any depth.

Description:In a conventional mine with surface silos and emulsion cassettes the bulk system is utilised in conjunction with PCU’s.

Unique deliverables:• Cheaper application than using Bagged emulsion• Shrunken explosive footprint• Bulk storage of emulsion and accessories• No more explosive transport underground• Non-explosive environment• Primerless blasting• Reduced product inventory • Cost-effective alternative to packaged explosive• Easier adherence to explosive legislation

Process:• The bulk emulsion is delivered by tanker to a surface silo.• Cassettes then take the emulsion from the silo on surface into the workings, or to temporary silos on the levels.• The emulsion can be removed from the cassette and placed either in a portable tank adjacent to the workings for later

pumping into portable containers or pumped directly from the cassette into portable containers.• Emulsion containers and bottled sensitiser are sent into the workings as required and loaded into the tanks of the PCU

at the face.

Bulk System Underground Bulk Emulsions

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ApplicationConventional Narrow reef and Trackless mines to a depth of 400m.

Description:Trackless mines or mines with a combination of trackless and conventional narrow reef mining can make use of a delivery of bulk emulsion by means of “vertical drop” and thereafter used in conjunction with either mobile and/or portable charging units (MCU’s and/or PCU’s)

Unique deliverables:• Cheapest application of bulk emulsion technology• Shrunken explosive footprint• Bulk storage of emulsion and accessories• No more explosive transport underground• Non-explosive environment• Primerless blasting• Reduced product inventory • Cost-effective alternative to packaged explosive• Easier adherence to explosive legislation• Reduced machinery on roadways enhancing safety• Reduction in diesel and maintenance costs for charging units• Reduced surface infrastructure

Process: Emulsion is delivered in bulk:• Delivered to surface silo. The emulsion and sensitiser is then transported underground in MCU’s via a decline/portal

to the working faces.• To a “Vertical Drop” discharge point. The tanker discharges emulsion and sensitiser down vertical pipes from surface

into the underground silos.• The underground silos supply emulsion and sensitiser to MCU’s for charging the working faces. • Where the silo supplies emulsion for narrow reef charging with PCU’s, cassettes are filled at the underground silo

that transfer emulsion into either portable tanks/containers or pump emulsion directly from the cassette into portable containers at the workings.

• Similarly, the containers are then transported into the working faces and the emulsion is loaded into the tanks of the PCU.

• Similarly, the narrow reef mining makes use of emulsion in conjunction with emulsified sensitiser brought underground daily from surface.

Hybrid System Underground Bulk Emulsions

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Compatibility Matrix Underground Bulk Emulsions

Donor UG100 UG100S UG200 UG200S UG100C UG200C*

Magnum® Buster Gel x x x x x x

Magnum® 365 Gel x x x x x x

Magnum® Control x x x x x x

Magnum® Frag x x x x x x

Magnum® Plus x x x x x x

Barrel x x x x x x

Shock Tube Uni-Delay LP x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi LPD x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi SPD x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Stopefuse® x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Durafuse® x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - QuickShot™ x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - SmartShot® x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - DigiShot® x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - HotShot® x x x x x x

Electric Initiators - Statsafe® Detonators x x x x x x

Instantaneous Electric Detonator (IED) x x x x x x

Pentolite Primers x x x x x x

* UG200C can be manufactured as a permitted product (requiring PE Permitted AND Statsafe detonators as a donor only)

Explosives I Underground Bulk Emulsions

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Packaged ExplosivesThrough its strategically placed network of regional depots, AEL is able to provide a full range of explosives and services to the most remote customers in African and international markets. This includes a wide range of specifically formulated water gels, emulsions, dry gels and ANFEX solutions.

As with all AEL products, these solutions are supported by a reliable range of initiation systems and blasting services, as well as skilled technical support staff who are on hand to manage customer needs.

General specifications of Packaged Explosives

Explosives name Explosives type

RWS* RBS* Ideal* Delivered Energy (MJ/kg)

RWS** RBS** Ideal** Delivered Energy (MJ/kg)

20 MPa 20 MPa 20 MPa 100 MPa 100 MPa 100 MPa

Magnum® Buster Gel Watergel 106 166 3.019 117 183 2.644

Magnum® 365 Gel Watergel 117 183 3.33 126 196 2.839

Magnum® Control Drygel 106 159 3.018 117 175 2.64

Magnum® Frag Drygel 116 175 3.306 124 186 2.801

Magnum® Plus Drygel 124 186 3.515 129 193 2.913

*Energies are calculated using the VIXEN-i code and is measured to 20MPa

**Energies are calculated using the VIXEN-i code and is measured to 100MPa

Packaging26 Kg gross mass in cardboard boxes with a base and lid.

Storage and ExpiryStorage Conditions Moderate temperatures and dry conditions in a well-ventilated, approved magazineProduct Shelf Life 12 months (from date of manufacture) Legal Storage* 6 months in customers magazine

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1D UN No. 0241, EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type E Name: Magnum only applies to Africa and its offshore islands (all PEX)

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The Magnum® range of watergel explosives have become an industry standard and are known for their reliability, high energy and excellent blasting results.

The product range consists of the classic watergel configurations as well as the drygel configurations with a high loading of ammonium nitrate prill. The dry gel explosives are characterized by a stiffer rheology for improved handling in long cartridges. Both types are offered in different energy grades to suit the blasting requirements or application.

Magnum® WatergelPackaged Explosives

Technical Specifications

AppearanceAll products are packaged in printed, sausage shaped cartridges. The explosives appear silver/grey in colour. The drygel range contains visible ammonium nitrate prills.

Benefits & Features

Benefits• Appropriate energy grades• Can be used in wide range of applications• Can be used in wet holes

Features• Can be initiated by 6D detonator or 8g/m detonating

cord• High coupling ratio• High VOD• Watergels have excellent fragmentation

characteristics

Technical Properties

Velocity of Detonation ~3400 m/sWater resistance ExcellentCartridge Density (Buster, 365 Gel) 1.18-1.25Cartridge Density (Control,Frag,Plus) 1.13-1.20Gap Sensitivity Touch

Minimum initiator 6D or 8g/m det cord Product RangeAEL offers cartridges from 25mm to 110mm in diameter and stock the following diameters and lengths as standard:

Diameters: 25mm, 28mm, 32mm, 38mm, 50mm & 65mm.Lengths (nominal): 200mm, 270mm, 300mm & 560mm

Recommendations for use Use with AEL 8D strength detonators and always embed the detonator charge firmly into at least one-third of the explosive cartridge. When using detonating cord a core load of 8g/m is recommended with a knot in intimate contact with the cartridge.

Special Precautions• Although watergels are of the safest explosives

manufactured, always handle with care• Keep detonators stored away from explosives • Store in a specially licenced, cool and dry area for

maximum of 12 months from date of manufacture• Keep away from flames, sparks and other sources of

ignition• Consult with AEL explosives representative before

attempting to destroy old/unwanted products

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Explosives Control by means of Cartridge CountingPackaged Explosives

Products Sold By Count

Magnum Buster And Magnum 365

Diameter Length Critical For Info:Max Length

Mean Mass Mass Count Density

Min Max Per case Per Bag Min Max

28 300 221 214 227 108 54 1.18 1.25 300

32 200 191 185 196 126 63 1.18 1.25 200

38 600 785 770 800 30 30 1.18 1.25 600

45 200 377 366 388 64 32 1.18 1.25 200

45 600 1039 1034 1043 23 23 1.18 1.25 600

50 300 688 665 710 36 18 1.18 1.25 300

50 600 1328 1322 1333 18 18 1.18 1.25 600

65 600 2173 2163 2182 11 11 1.18 1.25 600

75 600 2988 2975 3000 8 8 1.18 1.25 600

80 600 3634 3530 3739 7 7 1.18 1.25 600

90 600 3980 3960 4000 6 6 1.18 1.25 600

110 600 5975 5950 6000 4 4 1.18 1.25 600

Kubela And Magnum Control, Frag, Plus

Diameter Length Critical For Info:Max Length

Mean Mass Mass Count Density

Min Max Per case Per Bag Min Max

45 200 361 350 372 66 33 1.13 1.20 200

45 300 547 530 563 44 22 1.13 1.20 300

45 600 1022 1000 1043 23 23 1.13 1.20 600

50 300 663 658 667 36 18 1.13 1.20 300

50 600 1325 1317 1333 18 18 1.13 1.20 600

65 600 2180 2160 2200 11 11 1.13 1.20 600

75 600 2978 2955 3000 8 8 1.13 1.20 600

80 600 3230 3005 3455 7 7 1.13 1.20 600

85 600 3934 3816 4052 6 6 1.13 1.20 600

90 600 3975 3950 4000 6 6 1.13 1.20 600

110 600 6588 6390 6786 4 4 1.13 1.20 600

110 600 5975 5950 6000 4 4 1.18 1.25 600

MAGNUM 365 TAMPING (size 32mmx300mm uses 3kg tamping and size 38mmx600mm uses 1.3kg tamping)

Diameter Length Critical For Info:Max Length

Mean Mass Mass Count Density

Min Max Per case Per Bag Min Max

32 300 250 241 259 86 43 1.18 1.25 300

38 600 750 735 765 27 27 1.18 1.25 600

Cartridge count on other products can be acquired through prior arrangement with product management

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Magnum Buster is a premium emulsion explosive that is used in commercial blasting operations. The product is used in demanding blasting operations where high VOD and high energy is required. The explosive is packed into plastic sleeves of variable dimensions.

The Magnum Buster range is only available to customers purchasing from the Zambia operations.

Magnum® Buster (Zambia only)Packaged Explosives

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe product is packaged in printed sausage-shaped cartridges with a firm, putty-like consistency. The explosive appears white in colour.

Benefits & Features

Benefits• Easily tampable explosive• Can be loaded easily in upholes• Can be used in wet holes

Features• High energy packaged explosive• Very high VOD• Can be initiated by detonating cord (8g/m or higher)• Waterproof

Technical Properties

Velocity of Detonation ~3400 m/sWater resistance ExcellentRWS @ 20 MPa 93RBS @ 20 MPa 133Ideal Delivered Energy @ 20 MPa 2.633 MJ/kgRWS @ 100 MPa 100RWS @ 100 MPa 144

Ideal Delivered Energy @ 100 MPa 2.265 MJ/kgCartridge Density 1.15 nominalGap Sensitivity 40mmMinimum initiator 6D or 8g/m detcord Recommendations for use Use with AEL 8D strength detonators and always embed the detonator firmly into at least one-third of the explosive cartridge. When using for secondary blasting, ensure a minimum product layer of 25mm is maintained.

Special Precautions• Always handle with care• Keep detonators stored away from explosives• Store in a specially licensed, cool and dry area for a

maximum of 12 months from the date of manufacture• Although emulsions do not readily burn, keep away from

flames, sparks and other sources of ignition

PackagingDescription CaseGross Weight (kg) 26 NEQ (kg) 25

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1D UN No. 0241, EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type E Name: Magnum only applies to Africa and its offshore islands (all PEX)

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Anfex® is a free flowing Ammonium Nitrate and fuel oil blasting agent for use in commercial blasting operations.

The ANA used in the manufacture of Anfex®, with its world leading friability rate (less than 2%) is a guarantee of the structural integrity of the prill during blast holes loading operations.

Anfex® fuel ratios are carefully controlled and provide the optimum chemical balance for good post detonation fume characteristics.

The explosive is conveniently packed into 6.25kg inner plastic bags.

Anfex®Packaged Explosives

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe product is packaged in a 25kg plastic bag, which contains four 6.25kg “multibags”. The prills are white to off-white in colour and may appear grey if recycled oil is used for fuelling.

Benefits & Features

Benefits• Cost effective blasting solution• Can be pour- or blow-loaded• Misfired holes can safely be washed out with water

Features• Comparatively safe when handling due to low

sensitivity to shock, friction and impact• Long storage life if stored correctly

Technical PropertiesAEL Anfex® does not contain any micro spheres which may be harmful if inhaled during pneumatic loading operations.

Velocity of Detonation ~3500 m/sWater resistance Not water resistantRWS @ 20 MPa 109RBS @ 20 MPa 136Ideal Delivered Energy @ 20 MPa 3.083 MJ/kgRWS @ 100 MPa 115

RWS @ 100 MPa 144Ideal Delivered Energy @ 100 MPa 2.608 MJ/kgMinimum initiator 8DDensity (Pneumatically loaded) 1 Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; Massive; Surface; Openpit; Opencast; Quarrying; Construction

Recommendations for use Always prime with the largest initiator possible. Pneumatically loaded Anfex® can be primed with a high strength detonator, a booster or an explosive cartridge.

Special Precautions• Do not use in wet mining conditions as Anfex® is water

soluble• Do not use with detonating cord

PackagingDescription BagGross Weight (kg) 25 NEQ (kg) 25Units per bag four multi bags weighing 6.25kg

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1D UN No. 0082, EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type B

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Compatibility Matrix Packaged & Specialised Explosives

Donor Bus

ter

Cont

rol

Frag

Plu

s

Mag

num

® B

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Mag

num

® 3

65 G

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Anf

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Magnum® Buster (Zambia Only) x x

Magnum® Control x x

Magnum® Frag x x

Magnum® Plus x x

Magnum® Buster Gel x x

Magnum® 365 Gel x x

Anfex x x x x x

Shock Tube Uni-Delay LP x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi LPD x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi SPD x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Profiler x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Stopefuse® x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Durafuse® x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - QuickShot™ x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - Smartdet® x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - SmartShot® x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - DigiShot® x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - HotShot® x x x x x x x

Electric Initiators - Statsafe® Detonators x x x x x x x

Instantaneous Electric Detonator (IED) x x x x x x x

Electric Initiators - Fusehead Assembly

Electric Initiators - Shurstart®

Powercord® 8 x x x x x x x

Powercord® 10 x x x x x x x

Pentolite Primers x x x x x x x

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Explosives I Ammonium Nitrate Prill-Based

Bulk Anfex is a Porous Prill Ammonium Nitrate and fuel oil blasting agent for use in commercial blasting operations.

The prill characteristics are optimised to provide excellent resistance to friability. The prills are mixed on-bench with fuel oil in Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) or Anfo Loaders.

Bulk Anfex®Ammonium Nitrate Prill-Based

Technical Specifications

AppearanceBulk Anfex comprises prills that are white or off-white in colour.

Benefits & FeaturesBenefits• Cost-effective bulk blasting solution• Easy to charge using auger loading• Misfired holes can safely be washed out with water• On-site manufacturing in MMU

Features• Safe to handle due to low sensitivity to shock, friction

and impact• Attains full coupling• Energy partitioning with a bias to heave (gas) energy

Technical PropertiesSleep time Not recommended Velocity of Detonation 3 500 m/s

Water Resistance PoorMinimum Initiator 150g pentolite primer

Mining MethodSurfaceOpen Cast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

Recommendations for use • Use in dry blast holes• Sleeping charged Bulk Anfex is not recommended

Special precautionsDo not use in wet holes

Storage and ExpiryDo not store Anfo

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1D UN No.0082, EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type BN

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Explosives I Ammonium Nitrate Prill-Based

Bulk Anfex Eco Porous Prill Ammonium Nitrate and black oil blasting agent for use in commercial blasting operations.

The prill characteristics are optimised to provide excellent resistance to friability. The prills are mixed on-site with fuel oil and/or black oil in Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) or Anfo Loaders.

Bulk Anfex® EcoAmmonium Nitrate Prill-Based

Technical Specifications

AppearanceBulk Anfex Eco comprises prills that are grey in colour.

Benefits & FeaturesBenefits• Cost-effective bulk blasting solution• Easy to charge using auger loading• Misfired holes can safely be washed out with water• On-site manufacturing in MMU• Consumes black oil (used lubricating oil)

Features• Safe to handle due to low sensitivity to shock, friction

and impact• Environmentally friendly - incorporates black oil in the

oil phase• Attains full coupling• Energy partitioning with a bias to heave (gas) energy

Technical PropertiesSleep time Not recommendedVelocity of Detonation 3 500 m/sWater Resistance PoorMinimum Initiator 150g pentolite primer

Mining MethodSurface; Opencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

Recommendations for use Use in dry blast holes

Special precautionsDo not use in wet holes

Storage and ExpiryDo not store Anfex Eco

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1D UN No. 0082, EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type B N

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Compatibility Matrix Bulk Anfex® Products

Acceptor Bulk Anfex® Bulk Anfex® Eco

Diameter (mm) 76-127 140-215 250-311 76-127 140-215 250-311

Donors

60g Pentolite Primer

150g Pentolite Primer x x

400g Pentolite Primer x x x x

175g Pentolite Primer Smart x x

400g Pentolite Primer Smart x x x x

Note: The above table is only a guideline for matching Pentolite primers to blast hole diameter. Depending on the product type/dope, the critical or minimum hole diameter needs to be taken into account.

The recommendations in the table above are based on actual data generated during blast output evaluation of AEL Mining Services formulations when loaded correctly. In practice however, the loading of bulk Anfex in blast holes contaminated by other debris may cause sub-optimal initiation conditions. As such AEL Mining Services always recommends using the largest booster possible provided the loading process can be performed safely.

Explosives I Ammonium Nitrate Prill-Based

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Initiating Systems

As a holistic provider of a comprehensive range of commercial explosives and solutions, AEL is proud of its locally developed and manufactured range of initiating systems suitable for all mining applications.

With a long history and proven track record in the market, AEL is in a unique position to offer a range of products and solutions, on demand, to suit a vast variety of applications and market requirements in both the underground and surface mining fields of application. It’s initiating systems and components are highly flexible, designed with the user in mind and are available as Standard and Made-To-Order products.

Reinforcing its position as a solution provider and leader in this field, AEL is fully equipped to offer technical support and services in South Africa, other African regions as well as internationally.

What differentiates AEL’s offering

is the fact that the entire range is conceptualised, designed, manufactured, delivered, supported and maintained by the organisation’s various specialised divisions. This means AEL is in a unique position in that it provides both solid, reliable initiating systems, as well as all the services around the products to offer customers complete peace of mind.

AEL offers its customers in the mining and construction industry a full range of initiating products including electronic detonators, capped fuses, igniter and detonating cords, as well as a comprehensive range of boosters and starters - all of which fully compliment the company’s entire range of explosive solutions.

AEL’s capped fuse technology and electronic detonators are considered to be leading technologies in the market place. The company has demonstrated its internal Research & Development team’s prowess with the ongoing development of new shock tube technologies, which have been well received in the market place.

AEL’s electronic detonator range is highly flexible and offers solutions to applications of varying sophistication.

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Initiating Systems - Shock TubeAEL offers its customers in the mining and construction industry a full range of initiating products including electronic detonators, capped fuses, igniter and detonating cords, as well as a comprehensive range of boosters and starters - all of which fully compliment the company’s entire range of explosive solutions.

General specifications of Surface Bulk Emulsions

Technical propertiesTechnical properties Uni-Delay LP Splitter Multi SPD Multi LPD Uni-Delay SP Trunkline Cluster Lead-in Extender

Detonator strength 8 strength in2 strength out

2 strength 8 strength 8 strength 8 strength in2 strength out

2 strength 4 strength 4 strength N/A

Sleep time* 48 hours* N/A 2 weeks* 2 weeks* 2 weeks* N/A N/A N/A N/A

Water resistance Excellent None

Core load of tubing ~15mg/m

VOD of tubing ~2000m/s

Outside diameter of tubing 3mm

Minimum Initiator 2 strength detonator or detonating cord

*In AEL approved explosives

Special precautions• Handle with care - detonators are explosive• Temperatures >90°C may result in spontaneous

explosion• Severe impact on the detonator or tubing can result

in accidental initiation and explosion

Storage & ExpiryStorage conditions Moderate temperatures and dry

conditions in a well ventilated, approved magazine

Product shelf life 54 months(stored in AEL magazines) Expiry Date# 6 monthsLegal storage * 60 months†

* Or legal requirements in region or country of operation # Latest dispatch date from AEL magazine to the end user† Subject to quality confirmation

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Uni-delay LP (long period) is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in underground mines. The unit consists of both an out-hole and an in-hole delay detonator. Available in two primary offerings, standard and Vivid. The two vary in visual appearance only.

Uni-Delay LP - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of shock tubing, which incorporates a 4000ms delay in-hole detonator that is crimped onto one end and a 200ms short delay out-hole detonator crimped onto the other end. Both detonators include either a rubber plug or sleeve. The out-hole detonator is located in a plastic connector body. There are two variants available, the Uni-Delay LP (6) or (3) which hold a maximum of six or three lengths of shock tube respectively, the later is ideally suited to narrow reef mining conditions. The Vivid series offering is the same with the exception of the highly visible “brilliant yellow” shock tube and the neon orange connectors to improve the visibility in dark, muddy and dusty working environments.

Benefits & Features

Benefits • All in-hole detonators have the same delay • Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to connect • Easy to check connection sequence through improved

visibility of the Vivid product range• Ergonomically designed connector block makes

connection of tubing easy• Workplace friendly (unleaded)

Features• 20 hole burning front• Clear plastic connector body (6) or a neon orange

connector body for the (3) variant and the Vivid offering

• Clear shock tubing• 18-25kg minimum break load• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge• Unleaded construction reducing contaminants in the

work place and the environment• Reduced plastic content in the (3) series

Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow ReefApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Product Range

Out-hole In-hole

Nominal delay periods (ms)

200ms 4000ms

Colour code Clear(6) and Neon Orange (Vivid series)

n/a

Neon Orange (3) n/a

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 25kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

2 300 0.45

2.5 300 0.45

3 300 0.45

3.5 250 0.38

4 250 0.38

4.5 200 0.30

5 200 0.30

6 150 0.23

7 150 0.23

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

Uni-Delay LP(6)

Uni-Delay LP Vivid

Uni-Delay LP(3)

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Uni-Delay SP (short period) variant is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in underground and surface mines. The unit consists of an in-hole and an out-hole delay, each with a selection of in and out-hole delays.

Uni-Delay SP - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of yellow shock tubing, which incorporates an in-hole detonator crimped onto one end and a short delay out-hole detonator crimped onto the other end. Both detonators incorporate either a rubber plug or sleeve. The out-hole detonator is located in a plastic connector body, which is colour-coded according to the delay of the out-hole detonator. The in-hole detonator delay period is printed along the length of the detonator shell.

Benefits & FeaturesBenefits • Accurate delay sequence• Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to connect• Eliminates the requirement for detonating cord and

relays• Reduced noise levels as compared with detonating

cord

Features• Various surface and in-hole delays, additional delay

combinations are available if required• Colour-coded connector block indicates out-hole

delay time• Contains optimally charged detonator for shock tube

initiation in both directions• Yellow coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge

Mining MethodUnderground

Narrow Reef; Massive; Shock TubeSurfaceOpencast; Quarrying; Construction

ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range Surface Delay

Nominal delay (ms)

0 17 25 42

Colour code Turquiose Blue Orange Yellow

In-Hole DelayNominal delay (ms): 350; 450; 500

PackagingDescription CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 22kg

Units per case/bag

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

3 175 0.3

7 125 0.2

9 100 0.2

12 75 0.2

21 50 0.1

35 25 0.1

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Splitter is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for splitting the blast timing in multiple directions, in underground mines. The unit consists of two out-hole delay detonators.

Splitter - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of shock tubing, which incorporates an out-hole delay detonator crimped onto each end. Both detonators include either a rubber plug or rubber sleeve. Both detonators are located in a plastic connector body. The plastic body is colour-coded according to the delay of the out-hole detonators.

Benefits & Features

Benefits • Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to tie-up• The unit will initiate one or more Uni-Delay and

Trunkline assemblies• Workplace friendly (unleaded)

Features• Delay timing system: 100ms and/or 200ms • Colour- coded connector blocks indicate delay

number• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge• Unleaded

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow ReefApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Product Range

Connector block Brown White

Nominal delay periods (ms) 100/100ms 200/200ms

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 22kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

1 200 0.2

1.5 200 0.2

2 200 0.2

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Multi SPD (short period delay) is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in underground and surface mines. The unit consists of an in-hole delay detonator.

Multi SPD - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of yellow shock tubing, which includes a short period delay in-hole detonator. The detonator includes a rubber sleeve that is crimped on one end. The detonator delay period is printed along the length of the detonator shell. The free end of the shock tube is sealed and incorporates a colour-coded connector clip, which indicates the delay period. A tag behind connector the clip indicates the length of tubing, as well as the delay time.

Benefits & FeaturesBenefits • Delay is already in the hole • Rugged, abrasive-resistant tubing• Easy to tie-up• Easy to check blast for correct timing sequence due

to highly visible connector clip colour coding• Detonator is 8 strength

Features• Two primary short period delays, other custom delays

are available on request• Colour coded connector clip indicates delay number• Connector clip connects assembly to detonating cord

or a trunk-line• Yellow coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load on shock tubing• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and static discharge

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range Surface Delay

Nominal delay (ms) 450 500

Colour code Silver Light Pink

PackagingDescription CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 25kg

Units per case/bag

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

3 250 0.3

4 200 0.2

6 180 0.2

8 150 0.2

10 100 0.1

15 90 0.1

20 60 <0.1

30 50 <0.1

35 25 <0.1

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Multi LPD (long period delay) is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in underground and surface mines. The unit consists of an in-hole long period delay detonator.

Multi LPD - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of green shock tubing, which incorporates a long period delay in-hole detonator. The detonator includes either a rubber plug or sleeve that is crimped on one end. The detonator delay period is printed along the length of the shell. The free end of the shock tube is sealed and incorporates a colour coded connector clip indicating the delay period.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to tie-up with unique timing options for optimal

blast design• Checking blast for correct timing sequence is

simplified due to highly visible connector clip colour coding

Features• 23 different long period delays• Colour coded connector clip indicates delay period• Connector clip connects assembly to detonating cord,

trunkline or a Cluster assembly• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load on shock tubing• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveSurfaceConstructionApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Trenching

Product Range

Nominal delay (ms)

0 100 200 300 400 500

Colour code

Turquiose Brown Clear Curry Pearl Violet

Light pink

Nominal delay (ms)

600 700 800 1000 1250 1500

Colour code

Dark blue Powder blue

Lime green

Light brown

Light grey

Burnt orange

Nominal delay (ms)

1750 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000

Colour code

Amber Agate Rose quartz

Emerald Coral Aqua Marine

Nominal delay (ms)

5000 6000 7000 8000 9000

Colour code

Amethyst Stone Tanzanite Ruby Jade

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 22kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

3 250 0.3

4 200 0.2

6 175 0.2

7 150 0.2

9 125 0.2

12 100 0.1

15 75 <0.1

20 50 <0.1

35 25 <0.1

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Trunkline is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in underground and surface mines. The unit consists of an out-hole detonator.

Trunkline - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of green shock tubing, which includes a short period delay detonator and a rubber sleeve that has been crimped on one end. The free end of the shock tube is sealed and incorporates a colour-coded connector clip which indicates the delay period. The out-hole detonator is located in a plastic six tube connector block, which is colour-coded according to the delay of the detonator.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Combined trunkline and out-hole delay• Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy connection• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge• Can be used in underground or surface applications

Features• Thirteen different short period delays• Colour coded connector block indicates delay time• Connector block has a six tube capacity• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load on shock tube

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Nominal delay (ms)

0 17 25 42 75

Colour code Turquiose Blue Orange Yellow Red

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 22kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

2 250 0.1

3 220 0.1

4 200 <0.1

6 175 <0.1

7 150 <0.1

9 140 <0.1

10 120 <0.1

12 100 <0.1

15 75 <0.1

30 50 <0.1

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A Cluster is a non-electric initiation system which is designed for use in surface mines. The unit consists of a trunk line delay detonator housed in a cluster connector block.

Cluster - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of green shock tubing that incorporates a short period delay detonator. The detonator includes sleeve that has been crimped on one end with a given length of shock tubing. The free end of the shock tube is sealed and incorporates a colour coded connector clip. The delay period is also printed along the length of the detonator. The detonator is fitted into a colour-coded cluster connector block.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Accurate delay timing• Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to use• Flexible blast design• Initiates detonating cord or shock tube

Features• Five primary delays, other unique delay and length

combinations are available upon request• Colour-coded connector clip and cluster connector

block indicates delay time• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load on shock tubing• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge

Mining MethodSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTrenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Nominal delay (ms)

0 17 25 42 75

Colour code Turquiose Blue Orange Yellow Red

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 565x295x270mmGross weight 22kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

2 250 0.2

3 200 0.2

4 175 0.2

6 150 0.1

10 75 0.1

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A reel of shock tube with a detonator encased in a cluster connector block, used to extend the blast to a safe initiation point.

Lead-in - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of shock tubing spooled onto a reel. One end of the tubing is crimped into a short period delay detonator. The detonator includes a rubber plug that has been crimped on one end. The free end of the shock tube is sealed and incorporates a colour coded cobra clip. The delay period is also printed along the length of the detonator. The detonator is fitted into a colour-coded cluster connector block.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Highly visible components - greater safety• Rugged, abrasion resistant tubing• Easy to use• Reduced noise• Positive initiation control

Features• Tubing is spooled, for easy off-reeling• The cluster connector block has a positive locking

cover• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load on shock tubing• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge

Mining MethodSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTrenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Nominal delay (ms) 25

Colour code Orange

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 510x270x250mmGross weight 9kg

Length (m) Units per case NEQ (kg)

200 10 reels <0.1

500 2 reels <0.1

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Shock Tube

A reel of shock tubing with a separate 10cm length of clear plastic joiner tubing, which can be used to join shock tube ends in order to extend the initiation point to a safe distance from the blast.

Extender - Shock Tube

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA reel of shock tubing with a separate 10cm length of clear plastic joiner tubing, which can be used to join reels to extend the length of shock tubing as well as join an HTDA leading to the first hole on a blast. A black end cap is used to seal both ends of the tubing as to prevent powder loss and/or moisture ingression.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Rugged, abrasion-resistant tubing• Easy to use• Joiner increases distance from blast Features• Green coloured shock tubing• 18kg minimum break load• Joiner tube enables easy extension to required length• Immune to hazards of radio frequency radiation, stray

currents and electro-static discharge

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; Massive

SurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

500m 3000m (International only)

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 510x270x250mmGross weight 9kg

Units per case/bag500m length with 2 reels per case

Transport (UN Classification)

N/A

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Initiating Systems - Capped FuseAEL offers its customers in the mining and construction industry a full range of initiating products including capped fuses and igniter cords - all of which fully compliment the company’s entire range of explosive solutions.

General specifications of Capped Fuse & Igniter Cord Products

Technical properties

Technical properties Durafuse® & Stopefuse® Shock Tube Starter Igniter Cords

Detonator strength 6 / 8 strength 6 / 8 strength 6 / 8 strength

Sleep time 72 hours 72 hours 72 hours

Outside diameter of fuse 4.8-5.1mm 4.8-5.1mm

Water resistance Excellent Excellent Excellent

Special Precautions

Durafuse® & Stopefuse® Shock Tube Starter Igniter Cords

• Handle with care - damage to the fuse or components could lead to misfires

• Severe impact on the detonator or the fuse can result in accidental initiation and explosion

• Avoid all possible sources of ignition• Never pull the components off the

fuse• Never connect the blast until all

the charging operations have been completed

• Handle with care - detonators are explosive

• Temperatures >100°C may result in • spontaneous explosion• Severe impact on the detonator or

fuse may result in an explosion• Avoid all possible sources of heat• Never connect the blast until all

charging operations have been completed

• Igniter cords are sensitive to impact, friction, flame, sparks and static discharge

• Igniter cords burn fiercely, even under water, producing a fireball of high temperature gas

• Avoid all possible sources of heat• Temperatures above 160°C may result

in spontaneous ignition

Storage & ExpiryStorage conditions Store in an approved segregated, cool and well ventilated magazineProduct shelf life 60 months from date of manufactureLegal storage* 6 months in customer magazine

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Initiating Systems I Capped Fuse

A length of safety fuse capped with a detonator at one end and an igniter cord connector at the other.

Stopefuse® & Durafuse® - Capped Fuse Systems

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe AEL capped fuse products are supplied with a length of green Durafuse® or red Stopefuse®. The product varies in length depending on the length of the hole.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• AEL capped fuse assemblies perform reliably in wet underground mining environments.

• Supplied in a range of lengths to suit different customer needs

• Graded fuse improves sequential firing by reducing burning speed variability

• Low cost system that performs reliably• Resistant to fuel-oil discharged from compatible

explosive products Features• Connector has a specially designed collar to retain

igniter cord and ensure effective heat transfer• Triple crimping of the detonator to the fuse, to provide

effective seals against water and fuel-oil ingress• Individual bundles are graded according to burning

speed and colour coded to facilitate matching of corresponding burning speeds for optimal sequencing of shots

• Certain variants available in half packs

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow ReefApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Product Range

Product Fuse colour

Fuse length (m)

Detonator Burning rate (s/m)

Stopefuse Red Various 6D/8D 240 - 300

Durafuse Green Various 6D/8D 99 - 121

Packaging

Length (m) Units per case

Box dimensions Gross weight (kg)

0.9m0.9m Half pack

750375

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

1.2m1.2m Half pack

550275

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

1.5m1.5m Half pack

500250

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

1.8m1.8m Half pack

450225

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

2.1m2.1m Half pack

350175

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

2.4m2.4m Half pack

350175

615 X 325 X 325340 X 325 X 325

2010

2.7m3.0m

300300

615 X 325 X 325615 X 325 X 325

2010

3.0m Half pack3.3m

150300

340 X 325 X 325615 X 325 X 325

2010

3.3m Half pack3.6m

150250

340 X 325 X 325615 X 325 X 325

2010

3.3m Half pack3.6m

125250

340 X 325 X 325615 X 325 X 325

2010

*Note: All Capped fuse products carry a two week lead time

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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A non-electric shocktube starter consisting of either a 1.2m long capped Durafuse® assembly or a 2.1m long capped Stopefuse® 290 assembly. A hollow polyethylene body (minidet tube) is fitted over the detonator and crimped in place with an aluminium ferrule.

Shock Tube Starter - Capped Fuse Systems

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe assemblies are constructed by crimping a slotted igniter cord connector at one end and a 6D strength detonator at the other end of the respective fuses.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Secure attachment of shock tube to the minidet• Minimal generation of shrapnel • Reliable initiation of the shock tube• Slow burning speeds to provide sufficient time for

safe evacuation Features• The detonator is encased in a plastic body• The detonator and its crimp are kept waterproof by

the plastic body• The slot positions the receptor shock tube directly in

the path of the detonator blast to optimise transfer of shock energy

• The plastic body includes a moulded clip to secure the shock tube to the detonator

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef ; MassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationAs a starter for Shock Tube

Product Range

Product Fuse length (m)

Colour Average Burning time

Stopefuse® 2.1 Red 567s = 9 min 27s

Durafuse® 1.2 Green 132s = 2 min 12s

Packaging

Fuse type Units per case Dimensions (mm)

Durafuse® 100 310x125x315

Stopefuse®290 50 310x125x315

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.1B UN No 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC

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Flexible, incendiary cord comprising of a copper wire core covered with a plasticised, incendiary composition and waterproofed with a thin layer of polyethylene. The cord burns progressively with a constant, vigorous and robust external flame. Variants are: Duraline™, Stopeline®, Stopeline® 9 and Slowline™.

AEL Igniter Cords - Capped Fuse Systems

Technical Specifications

AppearanceFour types of igniter cords are manufactured by AEL:• Slowline™ – a single cord that is ivory in colour.• Duraline™ – a single green cord equipped with a

parallel wire to impart greater carcass strength• Stopeline® – a red twin cord• Stopeline 9® – purple twin cord

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• AEL Igniter cords perform reliably in wet conditions and will burn under water

• Supplied in a range of long lengths to suit different customer needs

• Supplied in slow and fast burning speeds to enhance sequential firing

• Reliable and affordable system of initiation• Simple to use and versatile Features• Flexible and easy to extend• Easy to connect into branch lines• Substantial heat output from the twin cords• Burns under water, sand and sustains combustion

even in the absense of oxygen

Recommendations for use

Igniter cords are used to initiate capped safety fuses in various blasting applications.

Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow Reef ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Transport (UN Classification)Class 1.4G UN No 0066, CORD, IGNITER

Product Range

Type Colour Burning rate (s/m)

Principal application

Stopeline® Red 30-45 Sequential firing in narrow reef stoping. Use with 1.2 and 1.5 Stopefuse290

Stopeline 9® Purple 18-30 In narrow reef mining with short length holes or in applications req. greater burning front. Use with 0.9m Stopefuse 290

Duraline™ Green 30-45 Tunnelling and development where residual cord strength is important. Use with Durafuse

Slowline™ Ivory 30-45 Tunnelling, development and general purpose pyrotechnics

Packaging

Product Box dimensions (mm) Gross weight (kg)

10 x 50m 275 x 255 x 140 8

20 x 50m 250 x 250 x 305 15

10 x 2 x 50m 255 x 255 x 300 15

5 x 2 x 100m 328 x 176 x 320 15

10 x 100m 334 x 170 x 290 15

Stopeline 9

10 x 100m 334 x 170 x 285 18

5 x 2 x 100m 328 x 176 x 320 18

20 x 50m 255 x 255 x 280 18

10 x 2 x 50m 255 x 255 x 300 18

Duraline

40 x 50m 512 x 220 x 230 19

10 x 4 x 50m 542 x 230 x 230 19

10 x 50m 275 x 220 x 125 5

Slowline

20 x 100m 255 x 255 x 280 15

40 x 50m 512 x 220 x 230 15

10 x 4 x 50m 542 x 230 x 230 15

*Note: All Igniter Cord products carry a two week lead time

Initiating Systems I Capped Fuse

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Initiating Systems - Electronic Delay DetonatorsAEL Mining Services, in conjunction with high-tech electronic initiating system developers, DetNet have pioneered and spearheaded the development and production of electronic detonators since the early 1990s. Electronic initiation systems enable functions that traditional pyrotechnic systems lack. The system’s increased blasting control allows for accurate blast modelling to be undertaken, before triggering the blast.

AEL has a diverse range of superior electronic initiating systems, which are safe and robust. all of its electronic detonator systems are immune to any accidental initiation and safety keys with encrypted codes ensure that only authorized personal can initiate the systems, guaranteeing that AEL electronic detonators are one hundred percent safe. To cope with the mining industry’s varied mining environments, AEL’s electronic detonator systems are extremely diverse, making them ideal to use in the simplest and the toughest situations. From tunnelling, shaft sinking, underground stoping and all forms of surface mining environments.

General specifications of Surface Bulk Emulsions

Technical properties

Technical properties

QuickShot™ Plus SmartShot™ DigiShot™ DigiShot™ Plus HotShot™

Delay Time Pre-progammed or programmable with delay & pause markers

Programmable - range is 1 to 20000ms

Programmable - range is 1 to 20000ms

Programmable- range is 1 to20 000ms

Auto-programmable- user needs to set inter-hole & inter-row delays

Detonator strength 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D

Water resistance Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Wire Diameter Flat cable, 2mm Flat cable, 2mm ~3.5mm outer diameter

~3.5mm outer diameter

Flat cable, 2mm

Downline wire type Copper 4-wire Copper 4-wire Steel 2-wire Steel -wire Copper 4-wire, Standard (0-50°) Arctic (-30°-+40°)

Special Precautions• Handle with care - detonators are explosive• Temperatures ›90° may result in spontaneous explosion

Storage & ExpiryStorage conditions Moderate temperatures and dry conditions in a well ventilated, approved magazineProduct shelf life 36 monthsLegal storage* 6 months (SA)Expiry date# 12 months (SA)

* Or legal requirements in region of operation# Latest dispatch date after manufacture from AEL magazine

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Initiating Systems I Electronic Delay Detonators

QuickShot™ Plus is a pre-programmed electronic initiation system for underground mines, which allows customers the benefits seen when using accurate timing in tunnelling applications.

QuickShot™ Plus is a plug-and-play system where user interaction can be kept to a minimum. QuickShot™ Plus offers simplified daisy chain linking, which enables easy visualisation of the blast. In its simplest form customers simply connect QuickShot™ Plus detonators in the order in which they want the round to fire. This makes the system easy to use and easy to understand.

QuickShot™ Plus can be used as a stand-alone system or as part of a centralised blasting network.

QuickShot™ Plus - Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA copper detonator that is crimped onto a yellow-coloured, flat 4-wire copper cable downline on one end and terminated with two over-moulded connectors on the other end.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Improved fragmentation• Maximum face advance• Sequential firing• Increased blast cycle due to better muckpile

distribution, resulting in a major decrease in cleaning time

Features• Daisy chain connections• Network connectivity• Continuous testing of the installation• Immune to stray currents Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow Reef ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Product Range

Downline x Surface Length (m)

Units per case NEQ (kg)

1.8 x 0.9 90 0.090

1.8 x 0.9 (heavy duty) 90 0.090

4.2 x 0.9 54 0.054

6.0 x 0.9 54 0.054

7.5 x 0.9 54 0.054

2.8 x 1.2 (heavy duty) 85 0.085

Packaging

Case - Box dimensions (LxBxH) 480x216x252mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRICClass 1.4S, UN No 0456, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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The SmartShot™ system offers innovative features including wireless remote blasting and complete timing flexibility. Specialised waterproof and dirt displacing connectors ensure quick, easy and reliable connections and prevent leakage. The system also enables users to achieve the precision timing benefits of electronic initiation systems with the easy onnections of current non-electric shock tube systems.

SmartShot™ - Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA copper detonator that is crimped onto a green-coloured, flat 4-wire copper cable downline on one end and terminated with two over-moulded connectors on the other end.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Accurate timing• Wireless remote blasting• Ease of deployment• Blast design flexibility Features• Daisy chain connections• Software detects and warns of detonator and harness

faults• Multiple level of hard and software security measures• Immune to stray currents• Designed to be initiated by firing equipment and

specifically designed for use with the SmartShot system

Mining Method

UndergroundMassive

SurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction ApplicationTunnelling; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Length (m) 1.1B & 1.4S

Downline Surface Units/case NEQ (kg)

10 5, 7, 10 18 0.018

15 5, 7, 10 18 0.018

20 0.2, 5, 10, 15 18 0.018

30 0.2 18 0.018

35 0.2 18 0.018

Packaging

Case - Box dimensions (LxBxH) 480x217x252mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRICClass 1.4S, UN No 0456, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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DigiShot™ is an easy-to use, reliable electronic initiating system for use primarily in surface blasting applications. The DigiShot™ electronic initiation system represents an innovative advance in technology, which enables users to achieve the accurate timing benefits of electronic initiation systems with robust all-weather wire-leads and surface connectors

DigiShot™ - Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe detonator shell is copper with 2 -steel wires covered in green PVC plastic as the downline and coils have clear plastic shrink sleeve

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Easy-to-use• Minimal on-bench components to simplify use • Automatic or programmable delay timing• Fully functionality testing Features• Rugged reliability• Immune to stray currents• Designed to be initiated by firing equipment

specifically designed for the DigiShot Plus system• Remote firing capability• Multiple blast capability• Synchronization capability Mining Method

UndergroundMassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction ApplicationTunnelling; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

1.1B

Length(m) Units/case NEQ (kg)

1.8 120 0.120

3.0 102 0.102

4.2 78 0.078

6 66 0.066

10 60 0.060

15 42 0.042

20 30 0.030

25 30 0.030

30 24 0.024

35 18 0.018

40 18 0.018

50 12 0.012

60 12 0.012

70 12 0.012

Packaging

Case - Box dimensions (LxBxH) 455x305x215mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRICClass 1.4S, UN No 0456, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Electronic Delay Detonators

DigiShot Plus is an easy-to use, reliable electronic initiating system with remote firing capability.

The DigiShot Plus electronic initiation system represents an innovative advance in technology, which enables users to achieve the accurate timing benefits of electronic initiation systems with robust all-weather wire-leads and surface connectors.

DigiShot™ Plus- Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe detonator shell is copper with 2 -steel wires covered in green PVC plastic as the downline and coils have clear plastic shrink sleeve

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Easy-to-use• Minimal on-bench components to simplify use • Automatic or programmable delay timing• Fully functionality testing Features• Rugged reliability• Immune to stray currents• Designed to be initiated by firing equipment

specifically designed for the DigiShot Plus system• Remote firing capability• Multiple blast capability• Synchronization capability Mining Method

UndergroundMassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction ApplicationTunnelling; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

1.1B

Length(m) Units/case NEQ (kg)

1.8 120 0.120

3.0 102 0.102

4.2 78 0.078

6 66 0.066

10 60 0.060

15 42 0.042

20 30 0.030

25 30 0.030

30 24 0.024

35 18 0.018

40 18 0.018

50 12 0.012

60 12 0.012

70 12 0.012

Packaging

Case - Box dimensions (LxBxH) 455x305x215mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRICClass 1.4S, UN No 0456, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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HotShot™ is the world’s first auto-programmable electronic initiation system designed to optimise blasting results. HotShot™ is user-friendly, simple to understand, easy to deploy, flexible in a wide range of blast configurations and offers the accuracy of an electronic detonator.

The HotShot™ system is an important advance in technology and enables users to experience the precision timing benefits of electronic initiation systems melded with the easy connectivity options of current non-electric shock tube systems.

HotShot™ - Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA copper detonator that is crimped onto a red-coloured, flat 4-wire copper cable downline on one end and terminated with two over-moulded connectors on the other end.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Accurate timing• Ease of use• Speed of deployment• Blast design flexibility Features• Daisy chain connections• Software detects and warns of detonator and harness

faults• Software highlights blast design errors • Blast layout visualisation• Designed to be initiated by firing equipment

specifically designed for the HotShot system Mining Method

SurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction ApplicationTrenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Software Versions

• HotShot™ Standard• HotShot™ Hybrid• HotShot™ Plus• HotShot™ Tunnel

Packaging

Length (m) Length (m)

Downline Surface Units/case NEQ (kg)

10 5, 7, 10 18 0.018

15 5, 7, 10 18 0.018

20 0.2, 5, 10, 15 18 0.018

30 0.2 18 0.018

35 0.2 18 0.018

Case - Box dimensions (LxBxH) 480x217x252mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRICClass 1.4S, UN No 0456, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Electronic Delay Detonators

NetShock is a revolutionary device that links the benefits of traditional shock tube systems with those of electronic blasting systems without the need to switch to electronic detonators.

NetShock™ - Electronic Delay Detonators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceAn aluminium tube which contains a 3G Fusehead PCB electronic detonator assembly with an integrally moulded clip allowing easy connection to shock tubes.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Conveys real time in-stope intelligence and reports to the central management workstation

• Pre-blast diagnosis and communication of potential safety hazards, production problems as well as the scale, location and extent of the planned blast before panels are centrally initiated to the surface

Features• Provides the mines with computer driven centralised

blasting functionality for conventional shock tube systems

• Provides pre- and post-blast diagnostics• Includes an on-board diagnostic system for safe

testing

• Compatible with the QuickShot centralised blasting system

Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveApplicationTunnelling; StopingPackaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 260 x 215 x 147mmGross weight (kg) 1.9NEQ (kg) 0.025Units per case 25

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, Product Group 2, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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Statsafe® detonators are non-incendive, short period delay electric detonators designed for use in underground coal mines where fiery conditions exist. It can also be used to initiate detonating cords, shock tube trunklines and secondary blasts.

Statsafe® Detonator - Electric Initiators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceCopper tube detonator containing two insulated copper wires with white PVC plastic crimp plug. The colour of the wires vary depending on the delay number. The delay number is stamped on the base of the shell.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Circuits can be easily tested• Eight accurate delays allow choice of blasting

patterns• Excellent water resistance• Lead wires are easy to deploy and handle• Passed requirements of French test for electrostatic

discharge (10kV, 2000pF) Features• Tangle-free copper lead wires• Passed the methane incendivity test• Each fusehead is protected with a plastic sleeve• Colour coded lead wires identify delay time• Standard wire length of 3,6 m Mining Method

Underground Narrow Reef; CoalApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Underground coal

Recommendations for use

• Exemptions must be obtained from the inspector of mines for use of delays greater than number 5 (150ms)

• Instantaneous Electric Detonators (IED) and Statsafe detonators may not be mixed in the same blast

Safety Handling

• Keep electric detonators away from all sources of electrical energy e.g. batteries, mains outlets, radios etc.

• Keep legwires shorted until connection into electrical blast circuit.

Product Range

Statsafe No Delay (ms) Colour

0 0 Grey and Blue

2 55 Grey and Orange

3 80 Grey and Pink

4 110 Grey and Red

5 150 Grey and White

6 200 Blue and Green

7 250 Blue and Orange

8 300 Blue and Pink

Packaging

Description CaseBox Dimensions (L x B X H) 600 x 325 x 250mmGross weight (kg) 20Units per case 750

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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Initiating Systems I Electric Initiator

The instantaneous electric detonator is used to initiate blasts by firing trunk lines of detonating cords, shock tube or secondary blasts.

Instantaneous Electric Detonator (IED) - Electric Initiators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA copper detonator with white PVC coated leg wires wound in a figure of eight coil.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Lead wire insulation, ends are stripped for quick connection

• Low cost, yet reliable and predictable initiation of blasts

• Excellent water resistance Features• Standard type 0 fusehead• Available with short tangle-free, copper lead wires• 630mg PETN base charge Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow ReefSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

ApplicationStoping; Secondary Blasting

Recommendations for use

• Always keep lead wires shorted until ready to fire.• Keep away from radio frequency generating devices

and all forms of electrical energy.

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 255x255x645mmGross weight (kg) 20

Copper wire

Wire length (m) Units per case

1.8 1000

3.6 500

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

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Fuseheads are mainly used to initiate black powder in dimensional stone quarries and pyrotechnic charges in fireworks, security- and safety systems.

Fusehead Assembly - Electric Initiators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA length of white PVC covered copper wire wound in a figure of eight. A standard Vulcan fusehead attached to one end, with the other wire end stripped from PVC.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Lead wire insulation is stripped for quick connection • Circuit can be easily tested• Ease of deployment

Features• Tangle-free wires • Standard type 0 fusehead• Figure eight wire winding

Mining Method

SurfaceQuarrying ApplicationQuarrying

Packaging

Case - Gross weight 12kg

Wire length (m) Units per case L x B x H (mm)

1.8 1000 535x185x192

3.6 500 455x372x177

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B, UN No. 0030, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

Initiating Systems I Electric Initiator

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Initiating Systems I Electric Initiator

Shurstarts are used to electrically initiate igniter cord in development ends and underground stoping. It can also initiate pyrotechnic charges in fireworks, security and safety systems.

Shurstart® - Electric Initiators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA red plastic casing crimped onto PVC wires that are 350mm in length.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Easy and secure igniter cord connector attachment• Remote ignition via blasting circuit• Reliable and instantaneous igniter cord initiation,

even under water• Circuit can easily be tested Features• Wires are colour coded by month for easy detection of

ageing products• Plastic casing prevents water ingress• Standard type 0 fusehead• The plastic casing has a clip designed to retain an

igniter cord strand in close proximity to the initiating pyrotechnic charge

Mining Method

UndergroundNarrow ReefUndergroundNarrow ReefApplicationTunnelling; Stoping Packaging

Case - Gross weight 6kg

Leading wire (m) Units per case L x B x H (mm)

0.35 250 280 x 209 x 94

1.8 125 280 x 209 x 94

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.4G UN No 0325, IGNITERS

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This product is mainly used to electrically initiate shock tube in both surface and underground applications.

Shock Tube Starter - Electric Initiators

Technical Specifications

AppearanceAn electrically initiated aluminium detonator contained in a green plastic connector body. It has white PVC coated leg wires 1.8m in length.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Excellent water resistance provided by moulded plugs and crimp

• Lead wire insulation is stripped on ends for quick connection

• Reliable initiation of blasts

Features• Uses Statsafe® type 1 fusehead• 1.8m tangle-free copper leading wires• Connector block to facilitate connection of up to six

shock tube lines• Contains lead azide only• Reduced base charge for added safety

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow ReefSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Open Pit; Quarrying

Packaging

Description CaseDimensions (LxBxH) 485x276x410 mmGross weight (kg) 13Units per case 200

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0030, DETONATORS, ELECTRIC

Initiating Systems I Electric Initiator

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Initiating Accessories

General specifications of Initiating Accessories

Technical properties Detonating Cords Waterproof Detonating Cords Pentolite Primers

Velocity of Detonation › 6000m/s › 6000m/s › 6000m/s

Water resistance Good Excellent Excellent

Sleep time 2 weeks 2 weeks

Special Precautions

Detonating & Waterproof Cords Pentolite Primers Detonating Relays

• Handle with care - damage to the product could lead to misfires

• Keep away from all sources of ignition• Avoid all forms of shock • Never connect the blast until all charging

operations are completed• Keep free ends short to avoid excessive

noise, shrapnel & cut-offs

• Handle with care - damage to the product may lead to misfires

• Keep away from all sources of ignition• Temperatures in excess of 90°C may result

in spontaneous explosion• Avoid all possible sources of heat • Never connect the blast until all charging

operations have been completed

• Keep free ends of detonating cords short to prevent cut- offs or bypassing of the delay

Storage & Expiry

Detonating & Waterproof Cords Pentolite Primers Detonating Relays

• 5 years from date of manufacture• 6 months

• 5 years from date of manufacture• 6 months

• 18 months from date of manufacture• 6 months

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Flexible cords, which detonate at more than 6 000m per second. The cords are constructed using a continuous column of water-resistant pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN), wrapped in yarns and overcoated with a waterproof coating.

AEL Detonating Cords are colour coded according to explosive core strength.

Detonating Cords - Initiating Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe detonating cord product range is supplied under the trade name of Powercord®. Three products - Powercord® 6, Powercord® 8 and Powercord® 10 - are distinguished from each other by colour and by the mass of core load. Powercord® 6 is orange in colour and has an explosive core load of 6g/m. Powercord® 8 is blue and has an explosive core load of 8g/m and Powercord® 10 is yellow and has an explosive core load of 10g/m.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Relatively insensitive to detonation by heat, electrostatic discharge or other forms of electricity

• Excellent resistance to side penetration by oil or water

• High tensile strength• Easy to handle and to tie into knots• Flexible

Features• VOD: ≥ 6 000m/s• Reliably initiated with a 6D strength detonator• Easy to connect branch lines• Easy to initiate and can be extended with knotsMining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; Massive

SurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Product PETN core load (g/m)

Tensile strength (kg)

External diameter (mm)

Powercord® 6 6 > 80 3.9-4.3

Powercord® 8 8 > 80 4.3-4.5

Powercord® 10 10 > 80 4.8-5.2

Packaging

Product Length per case (m)

Box dimensions (mm)

Powercord® 6 2 x 500 500x260x235

Powercord® 8 2 x 350 500x260x235

Powercord® 8 10 x 30 500x260x235

Powercord® 10 2 x 350 500x260x235

Powercord® 10 10 x 30 500x260x235

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1D UN No 0065, DETONATING CORD

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A flexible cord, which detonates at more than 6 000m per second. The cord is constructed using special yarns to prevent water ingression through a cut end. The product can be used with confidence in wet applications.

Powercord® 8 Premium - Initiating Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearancePowercord® 8 Premium is red with a black stripe and has an explosive core load of 8g/m.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Relatively insensitive to detonation by heat, electrostatic discharge or other forms of electricity

• Excellent resistance to end penetration by water• Very high tensile strength• Easy to handle and to tie into knots• Flexible• High packing density of PETN core

Features• VOD: ≥ 6 000m/s• Reliably initiated with a 6D strength detonator• Easy to connect branch lines• Easy to initiate and can be extended with knots• Can be used in very wet applications

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Recommendations for use

Detonating cords are used to detonate explosive charges, including detonating relays, in various blasting and mining applications. They can be used as down lines or trunk lines and in shock tube blasts.

Packaging

2 x 350m length per caseBox dimensions 500x260x235mm

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1D UN No 0065, DETONATING CORD

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Boosters are plastic cylinders filled with a very energetic explosive, comprising of a mixture of pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN) and trinitrotoluene (TNT) also known as pentolite.

The boosters incorporate circular detonator channels that run through the mould for easy insertion of a detonator or detonating cord. The channel intended for the detonator is stepped to prevent the detonator from protruding from the booster, thus ensuring proper location inside the booster.

Pentolite Boosters - Initiating Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe 60g, 150g, 250g, and 400g pentolite boosters are coloured orange, red, purple and blue respectively. Apart from colour, they are also distinguishable by size. The numbers in the product name describes the approximate mass of Pentolite in each respective primer.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Relatively insensitive to detonation by impact, friction, heat, electrostatic discharge or other forms of electricity

• PETN-rich composition for pick-up reliability and high VOD

• Fully protected detonator• Optimum diameter-to-length ratio for effective

loading and initiation of explosives

Features• The booster is impervious to wet conditions• A range of boosters that can be initiated by electronic

detonators, shock tube detonators, capped fuse detonators, and detonating cords with core load of ≥ 8g/m

• Detonation pressure of > 21Gpa• Virgin grade TNT used

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; Construction

ApplicationTunnelling; Stoping; Massive (uphole); Ring Blasting; Trenching; Open Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Pentolite mass (g) Colour OD (mm)

Straight channel diameter ±0.2mm

Stepped channel

60g Pentolite Booster Orange 35 8.4 7.9-›6.2

150g Pentolite hybrid Booster

Red 38 9.4 9.4-›7.9-›6.2

250g Pentolite Booster Purple 46 8.4 7.8-›6.2

400g Pentolite Booster Blue 53 8.4 7.8-›6.2

Packaging

Pentolite mass (g) Units per Case

Box dimensions (mm)

Gross weight (kg)

60g Pentolite Booster 240 435 x 360 x 295 23

150g Pentolite hybrid Booster

120 420 x 235 x 325 26

250g Pentolite Booster 80 430 x 235 x 235 26

400g Pentolite Booster 60 348 x 277 x 334 26

400g Pentolite Booster (½ pack)

45 490 x 290 x 195 20

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1D UN No 0042, BOOSTERS WITHOUT DETONATOR

Initiating Systems I Initiating Accessories

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Detonating relays are used with detonating cord to connect successive blast holes in surface applications, where delays between holes or row of holes are required.

Detonating Relays - Initiating Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA semi-rigid, red or green plastic housing 90mm long and 10mm thick, which has an appearance of a “dog bone”.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• 25ms and 40ms delays available• Colour coded by delay• Compatible with 8g/m and higher core load

detonating cord

Features• Bi-directional• Quick and simple connection• Easy to use

Mining MethodSurfaceOpencast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationOpen Pit; Quarrying; Civils

Product Range

Delay time (ms) Colour

25 Green

40 Red

Packaging

Description CaseDimension (LxBxH) 300 x 295 x 545mmGross weight (kg) 13

Product Colour Units per case

25 Green 1000

40 Red 1000

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 1.1B UN No 0029, DETONATORS, NON-ELECTRIC

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Compatibility Matrix

Initiating Systems

Donor AEL

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SP

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line

Shoc

k Tu

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In

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AEL

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AEL Shock Tube

Shock Tube Uni-Delay LP x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Splitter x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi LPD x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Multi SPD x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Uni-Delay SP x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Trunkline x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Cluster x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Lead-In x x x x x x x x x x x x

Shock Tube Extender x x x x x x

AEL Capped Fuse & Igniter Cord

Capped Fuse Systems - Stopefuse® x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Durafuse® x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Shock Tube Starter x x x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Stopeline® x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Stopeline® 9 x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Slowline™ x x x x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Duraline™ x x x x x x x

AEL Electronic Detonators

Electronic Delay Detonators - QuickShot™ x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - Smartdet® x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - SmartShot™ x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - DigiShot® x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - DigiShot® Plus x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electronic Delay Detonators - HotShot® x x x x x x x x x x x x x

AEL Electric Initiators

Electric Initiators - Statsafe® Detonators x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Instantaneous Electric Detonator (IED) x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Electric Initiators - Fusehead Assembly

Electric Initiators - Shurstart® x x x x

Capped Fuse Systems - Shock Tube Starter x x x x x x x x x

AEL Electronic Initiators

AEL Electronic Initiators - NetStart™ x x x x

AEL Electronic Initiators - NetShock™ x x x x x x x x x

AEL Detonating Cord

AEL Detonating Cord - Powercord® 6 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

AEL Detonating Cord - Powercord® 8 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

AEL Detonating Cord - Powercord® 10 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

x – Tape x - Inhole det only - Plastic connector provided x - Use joiner only to extend STx – Recommended x - Compatible

Initiating Systems

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Blasting Accessories

As a holistic provider of a comprehensive range of commercial explosives and solutions, AEL is proud of its locally developed and manufactured range of initiating systems suitable for all mining applications.

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Is a specifically designed device to which AEL detonators are clipped.

The device, with detonator, is inserted into the toe of the blasthole, after which emulsion explosives or Anfex are pumped into the hole. The device centralises the detonator in the middle of the hole.

Mantis - Blasting Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearancePlastic device onto which an AEL detonator is clipped. Detonator can be electronic, electric or non-electric

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Centralises a detonator in the blasthole• Ensures retention of the detonator at the back of the

blasthole• Ensures retention of the detonator in steeply inclined

blastholes

Features• Clip receptor for all types of AEL detonators• Resistant but flexible• Easy to insert in blasthole• Generally used in development but can be used in

stoping• Designed to grip firmly onto blasthole sidewall

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; MassiveApplicationTunnelling; Stoping

Recommendations for use

Ensure emulsion or Anfex covers the detonator

Packaging

Description CaseUnits per case 500 units per case

Storage and Expiry

Storage Conditions Product is non-explosive and can be stored in any storage location Product Shelf Life Infinite

Blasting Accessories

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The Hot Hole Monitor is a device which monitors temperature changes in hot holes and reduces the risk posed by premature detonation in surface coal mining where hot hole conditions may be found.

Hot Hole Monitor - Blasting Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA red plastic device containing various lengths of wire with thermocouple on the end of the wire

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Monitors blast hole temperatures to warn operators of temperature changes in the blast hole

• Alerts operators of increasing temperatures and the risk of premature detonation of a charged blast hole

• Early warning safety device to improve on-bench safety in hot holes

Features• Sounds an intermittent alarm at 60°C indicating the

presence of hot hole• Sounds an continuous alarm at 80°C indicating that

operators should evacuate the blasting area• Easy to use wire deployment system

Mining MethodSurfaceOpencast

ApplicationCoal mining where hot holes are found

Recommendations for use

• Ensure plastic strip is intact and secured before use to ensure that the battery is charged.

• Single use only as the battery life cannot be guaranteed after the first use

Packaging

Description CaseUnits per case 30 units per case

Storage and Expiry

Storage Conditions Product is non-explosive and can be stored in any storage location Product Shelf Life Dependant of battery life and storage temperature (12-18 months)

Blasting Accessories

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A purpose manufactured detonating cord cutter designed to be employed for the safe cutting of AEL Mining Services’ range of detonating cords

The improvement of safety is the main reason for the development and sale of this item. The device has an internal blade that reduces the risk of operator self-injury. The cutter is also approved by the South African Chief Inspector of Explosives

Detonating cord cutter - Blasting Accessories

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA Red plastic safety cutting device containing a non-removable blade, designed to safely cut detonating cord to the required lengths

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Prevents the use of unauthorised cutters such as scissors, side cutters and improvised blades that may cause accidental detonation of the detonating cord being cut

• Safety benefit as the work force does not have to carry and use exposed blades. Due to the captured blade the potential for cutting injuries is significantly reduced

• No need to replace the blade and risk cutting injuries. The device is of such low cost that it can be replaced readily

Features• Ergonomic design• Easy to use• Detonating Cord can be cut easily and with minimum

input effort• Attachment loop provided to help prevent inadvertent

loss• Back of the cutter in a chisel point to be used in

opening packaging tape used to seal boxes

Mining MethodUndergroundNarrow Reef; Massive; Open cast; Open Pit; Quarrying; ConstructionApplicationAll detonating cord applications

Recommendations for use

• Always cut away from your body• Although the blade is captured it remains a sharp

cutting instrument, handle with respect and use with due care

• Do not use this cutters blade to cut anything other than detonating cord

• When cutting of detonating cord becomes difficult, the blade is blunt and the cutter should be replaced

Packaging

Description Loose units

Storage and Expiry

Storage Conditions Product is non-explosive and can be stored in any storage location Product Shelf Life Infinite – keep dry to prevent rusting of blade

Blasting Accessories

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Industrial Products

AEL industrial is recognised as a logistical leader in the industrial solutions arena and, with strong African supply footprints, the company effectively addresses requirements in South Africa, Africa and selected international markets.

With direct access to AEL’s large team of leading engineers and scientists, the industrial products division is in a position to offer a broader range of highly versatile industrial solutions, which perform well against strict quality parameters and incorporate major innovations (such as curing before bagging) that add to the structural integrity of the product and ensure better end results.

In fact, it is AEL’s innovative approach to product betterment and its constant monitoring of industrial updates that has enabled it to ensure a 50 percent reduction in expected failure rates.

The range includes Ammonium Nitrate (AN), acids and ammonia-based solutions, all of which are conveniently sourced from AEL’s industrial hub in Gauteng, are known

for their consistency when it comes to product quality and are effectively supported by a team of highly skilled employees.At the base of every mine operation is a solid supply of reliable, high quality industrial products. Without products like those provided by this division, very little would move and it is being a consistent and reliable provider of industrial products and solutions that AEL has positioned itself as the leading supplier in this space.

The industrial products division employs the highly skilled Research and Development facilities within AEL’s structure as well as advanced manufacturing technologies to ensure ongoing improvement in its product performance.

The industrial products division offers a proven track record in dispatch efficiency and in product containment and handling, and customers acknowledge the department for not only its high quality product offering and effective administrative systems, but also for its ethical behaviour when it comes to orders and deliverables.

AEL’s industrial products division is prepared for any eventuality and is proud to be able to say that it can and will continue to effectively address all of its customer’s requirements in the industrial solutions arena, whilst maintaining its already high levels of customer service and technical support.

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Industrial ProductsAEL industrial is recognised as a logistical leader in the industrial solutions arena and, with strong African supply footprints, the company effectively addresses requirements in South Africa, Africa and selected international markets.

General specifications of Packaged Explosives

Technical properties

Ammonium NitrateAnfo Grade (ANA)

Ammonium NitrateEmulsion Grade (ANE)

Ammonium NitrateSolution (ANS)

Nitric Acid Aqueous Ammonia

Ammonia 100-I,Ammonia 100-R

Appearance Coarse, porous, hardened spherical particles

Glossy-white spherical particles

ANS is a clear liquid, free from suspended matter and visible impurities.

Nitric acid 58 to 97%, balance water

Colourless liquid, pungent odour

Concentration Not less than 99.5% (m/m) as ammonium nitrate (when packed)

Not less than 94.2% (m/m) as ammonium nitrate (packed)

To lie within the range 87.5% to 89.5% (m/m) as NH4NO3

At 20ºC: 1.367g/cm³

Not less than 25% ammonia content

Ammonia Ca. 100 percent

Oil absorption Not less than 6.0% (m/m)

Bulk Density To lie within the range 0.69 to 0.77g/cm³

To lie within the range 0.80 to 0.97 g/cm³

At 120ºC: ca. 1.36g/cm³

Not more than 0.88g/cm³

0.61g/cm³ at 20°C

Moisture Less than 0.2%

Reaction pH of 50% solution at 60ºC to lie within the range 3.3 to 3.9

Storage and ExpiryProduct Ammonium Nitrate

Anfo Grade (ANA)Ammonium NitrateEmulsion Grade (ANE)

Ammonium NitrateSolution (ANS)

Nitric Acid Aqueous Ammonia Ammonia 100-I,Ammonia 100-R

Storage Must be stored in a cool, dry and unconfined space - avoid contamination

Must be stored in a cool, dry and unconfined space - avoid contamination

Cooling to below 100ºC must be avoided

• 60% - stainless steel tanks

• 93% and 96% - pure aluminium tanks

• Storage tanks must be earthed

• Tanks to be in well ventilated area, no direct sunlight & heat

• Stored in high pressure tank or at low temp to remain in liquid form

• Storage tanks must be earthed

Shelf life Six months Six months Five years

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Essentially ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) presented in the form of coarse, porous, hardened spherical particles, obtained by spraying the melted material. The material is treated with an anti-caking agent.

Ammonium Nitrate Anfo Grade (ANA) - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe material is presented in the form of free-flowing, white to cream-coloured, spherical particles free from grit, visible impurities and foreign matter.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Reduced caking and improved flowability• High level of oil absorption• Prill format offering storage and handling benefits• Consistent product quality• Reduced dust during handling

Features• Topan prilling process• Prill curing• Superior prill with reduced friability and moisture

content• High porosity• Sieving out of fine particles

Application

Bulk Anfo explosivesSpecial Precautions

ANA is moderately toxic and may decompose under confinement and high temperature - under extreme conditions an explosion may occur.

Packaging

Bags • 25kg • 50kg • 1 000kg • 1 200kgBulk • Bulk tanker • Rapid Reloading System (RRS) • Rail

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 5.1 UN No 1942 OXIDISING AGENT

Industrial Products

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ANE is dense ammonium nitrate particles obtained by spraying the melted product and used in the manufacture of emulsion matrix.

Ammonium Nitrate Emulsion Grade (ANE) - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

AppearanceThe material is presented in the form of glossy white spherical particles free from visible impurities and foreign matter.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Reduced caking and improved flowability• Conveniently situated close to mining centres• Improved transport and storage efficiencies• No flocculation required after melting prior to

emulsion manufacture• Consistent product quality

Features• Superior prill with reduced friability and moisture• High packing density

Application• Manufacture of emulsion matrix• Doping of Bulk Emulsion Formulations

Special Precautions

ANE is moderately toxic and may decompose under confinement and high temperatures under extreme conditions an explosion may occur.

Packaging

Packed in robust woven polypropylene bags with inner polyethylene liners to minimise moisture ingress. All bags have UN certification and conform to international requirements. Bags: 1 050kg; 1 200kg

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 5.1 UN No 1942 OXIDISING AGENT

Industrial Products

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A concentrated aqueous solution of ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) used in the manufacture of emulsion matrix.

Ammonium Nitrate Solution (ANS) - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA concentrated aqueous solution of ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) used in the manufacture of emulsion matrix.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Cost effective• Consistent quality• Convenient temperature range for transportation

over country borders

Features• Strict process control resulting in superior pH and

purity control• Demineralised water used in the manufacturing

process

Application• Manufacture of emulsion matrix• Fertiliser raw material

Special Precautions

ANS may become explosive after dewatering, it is important to keep the material in solution.

Packaging

Bulk Tanker - 30 tons

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 5.1 UN No 2426 Elevated temperature OXIDISING AGENT

Industrial Products

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Essentially an aqueous solution of nitric acid (HNO3) in the form of a clear colourless to pale yellow, fuming, corrosive liquid with a pungent odour used mainly in ANS production.

Nitric Acid - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

AppearanceNA 60%: The material is a clear, colourless to pale yellow, fuming liquid, free from visible impurities and sediments.NA 96%: The material is a clear, colourless to pale yellow, fuming liquid, free from visible impurities and sediments.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Conveniently situated in the industrial hub of Gauteng, South Africa

• NA 96% grades available for niche applications• Consistent product quality

Features• Commodity product• Consistently superior quality• Demineralised water used in the manufacture

process• 96% grade products are exclusively offered by AEL

Mining Services.

ApplicationManufacture of ANS and other industrial chemicals

Special Precautions

• Full protective clothing and a face shield should be worn when handling Nitric Acid• It is highly corrosive and attacks most metals

vigorously • It is also a powerful oxidising agent that can react

violently with organic substances.

Product Range

Available in the following range:

• Nitric Acid 96%• Nitric Acid 60%

Packaging

Bulk road tankers

Transport (UN Classification)

Class 8, UN No 2031 (60%); 2032 (96%), Corrosive Material OXIDISING AGENT

Industrial Products

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Essentially an aqueous solution of ammonia (ammonium hydroxide, NH4OH) in the form of a clear, colourless to slightly yellowish liquid with a pungent, suffocating odour.

Aqueous Ammonia - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

AppearanceA concentrated aqueous solution of ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) used in the manufacture of emulsion matrix.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Conveniently situated in the industrial hub of Gauteng, South Africa.

• Consistent product quality

Features• Demineralized water used in the manufacturing

process• Unique logistics solution

Safety Handling • Avoid contact with skin/eyes • Do not breathe vapour • Avoid ingestion

Application

• Liquid fertiliser• Manufacture of industrial and fine chemicals• Metal recovery processes• Neutralizing agent for acids• Water purification

Special Precautions

• Avoid ingestion, inhalation, contact with the skin and eyes

• Wear full protective clothing when handling the material and ensure adequate ventilation

• Avoid sources of ignition and heat• Care must be exercised when opening the valves Packaging

Sold in bulk

Transport (UN Classification)

• Hazchem Code: 2P, UN No. 2672, Packing Group 111, IMDG Class 8,

• Shipping name AMMONIA SOLUTION (10 – 35 % ammonia)

Industrial Products

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Essentially anhydrous ammonia (NH3) stored under pressure, which is presented in the form of a clear, water-white liquid with a sharp suffocating or intensely irritating odour.

Ammonia 100-I, Ammonia 100-R - Industrial Products

Technical Specifications

Appearance• Colourless liquid at low temperatures or under

pressure, pungent odour• Colourless gas at atmospheric pressure and

temperature, pungent odour

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Conveniently situated in the industrial hub of Gauteng, South Africa

• Consistent product quality• Reduced corrosiveness

Features• Commodity product• Infinitesimal water content• Unique logistics solution

ApplicationAmmonia 100-IManufacture of Nitric AcidManufacture of ANSManufacture of other chemicalsAmmonia 100-RRefrigeration liquid

Safety Handling• Avoid contact with skin/eyes • Do not breathe vapour • Avoid ingestion

Special Precautions

• Avoid ingestion, inhalation, contact with the skin and eyes

• Wear full protective clothing when handling the material and ensure adequate ventilation

• Avoid sources of ignition and heat• Care must be exercised when opening the valves• Do not confine without adequate vapour space or

pressure relief valve with discharge piped to a safe place

Packaging

Sold in bulk

Transport (UN Classification)

• Hazchem Code: 2PE, UN No. 1005 - IMDG Class: 2(2.3),

• Shipping Name: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS, LIQUEFIED

Industrial Products

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Services

In applying meticulous care to the deployment of its range of products, AEL offers a range of services to ensure that customers receive optimum blast performance.

AEL assists customers to meet environmental, safety and legal requirements while at the same

time achieving blast efficiency.

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Mining OptimisationAEL Mining Optimisation promotes consistently good blasts, as this is the basis for improved productivity, sustainability and added value for its customers around the world. The division’s highly skilled engineers assist mines to ensure that blasting is conducted efficiently and cost effectively. AEL Mining Optimisation delivers data, expertise, systems, software and support in a way that will help customers meet their production targets.

AEL is acutely aware that the sustainability of any mining operation is reliant on its social and environmental responsibility. The Mining Optimisation team therefore takes utmost care in designing blasting solutions that are not detrimental to people or the environment.The blast monitoring and blast enhancement offerings provide customers with information and alternate design approaches needed for productive operations and good neighbourly conduct in communities. The team constantly researches latest technologies and links these with continuous education around how best to design blasting solutions for optimal results.

AEL Mining Optimisation has adopted a three-pronged approach to satisfy customer needs:

Blast Optimisation specifically focuses on our customers’ requirements and the impact blasting would have on the environment. Safety, as always, is our primary objective! In order to optimise blasting, AEL has a number of tools and methodologies specifically designed to make scientific and informed decisions around blast performance assessment.• Data collection and benchmarking• Rock characterisation• Blast and timing design• Blast hole assessment• Vibration and airblast monitoring• Velocity of detonation measurement

Mining Productivity looks at the mining operation holistically to ensure that the benefits are derived from improved efficiency in equipment, plant and benefication. AEL will conduct various checks to ensure that blasted rock suits and compliments the design of equipment and plant:• Face velocity measurement• 3D blast face survey• High speed videography• Rock mass motion study• Muck profile study• Fragmentation analysis• Blast modeling• Efficiency measurement and monitoring

This is supported by AEL’s sophisticated blasting software:• Winprof_AEL• AEL Tie_Up• AEL Tunnel • AEL Ring • Hybrid Stress Blasting Model (HSBM)

AEL’s Active Loading system enables real time information pertaining to blasting parameters, ie: condition of blast hole, types of explosives loaded, quantity of explosives loaded, etc. This information is stored in a database for future analysis, comparison and fine tuning of blast inputs and results.

Expert Training for blasters and supervisors is offered by AEL’s Mining Optimisation team.• The Blasting Competency Program is offered for

surface as well as underground operations.• The Explosive Handler, Blast Assistant and Rock

Breaking courses are the basis for certification through the MQA to become a licensed blaster and meet statutory laws.

• The Explosive Engineer’s course is a graduate level course given to train technical blasting and field staff. It focuses on advanced blasting applications and productivity improvement and equip AEL staff with the relevant knowledge to provide customers with value adding recommendations.

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Product ServicesAEL deploys established methodologies that present customers with a wide range of customised options and choices, all of which ultimately lead to successful blasts.

These include services such as down-the-hole: prime; load; tie and or shoot (PLTS) and rock-on-ground for underground surface applications.

Down the Hole Services

AEL provides down the hole services on the bench and on time, assisting in measuring holes products and managing quality checks during preparation of the blast. Application-specific explosives produced at the customer’s operation is extremely cost efficient, as it allows for total flexibility, as well as last minute changes on the bench to suit the different mine’s blasting requirements.

Prime, Load, Tie and/or Shoot (PLTS)

Taking things one step further, while offering the same services as those included in its Down the Hole offering, AEL has upped the ante with its Prime, Load, Tie and/or Shoot (PLTS) service, which addresses the requirements of customers that face resource and construction constraints and therefore require a solution to these problems without the need to hire more or upskill existing members of staff.Opting for either the Fixed or Per Blasted Unit service, customers have access to AEL expertise on site for the duration of individual blasts.

Deploying AEL’s PLTS service empowers customers with higher levels of convenience as AEL’s technical teams of expert crews (all accredited to adhere to legal compliance regulations) become an integral part of the production, planning and blasting operations. Using AEL’s full PLTS service means customers have access to hands on

involvement on AEL’s part as their teams will manage the stemming of blast holes, mark out and fire rounds and take on the legal accountability of the blasts, in addition to the services offered in its PLT offering.

Rock on Ground (underground and surface)

For customers who wish to hand over the reins of particularly taxing blasting environments, AEL offers its Rock on Ground service, which sees a shift in responsibility (in both drilling and secondary break scenarios) and costs to the AEL team. Customers can feel assured that they will receive a comprehensively planned and designed solution when they opt for the full blasting service.

In return for a cost per unit (using measurements of choice - cubes, metres, etc.) price, customers deploying AEL’s Rock on Ground solution are assured of:• Effective blast preparation;• Thorough charging and timing of operations;• Stock control and security of supply (including

ordering, control, storage and stock management);• Labour supply (only accredited and skill staffers) to

manage charging and timing of operations;• Zero tolerance where safety is concerned; and• Dedicated and experienced AEL staff who adapt their

skill sets to suit the environment while enhancing it with these services.

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Equipment Services

AEL Equipment Services is an international-level supplier of original equipment and aftermarket parts and services tailored to the needs of the blasting professional in both underground and surface mining industries.

Due to its long standing relationships with component manufacturers across the globe, AEL Equipment Services holds impressive buying power and can offer its customers the best possible lead times on deliverables and the best pricing available.

The division understands that their customers work in environments that leave no room for error and that they cannot afford to speculate on the consistency and safety of their equipment. It is for these reasons that each machine component is exhaustively tested with all possible risk factors in mind before and after the equipment is actually assembled.

Proper functioning of blast and mine equipment is mission critical for successful operation on these sites and is significantly important to the safety of the mine staff and surrounding public. AEL Equipment Services

offers extensive equipment evaluations and the division’s strict testing criteria not only determines observance of applicable standards, but offers greater assurance in the reliability of the equipment provided.

The equipment supplied through AEL Equipment Services is designed to specification and can be customised to suit any blast environment. Once the machines are assembled at the AEL plant they are commissioned and calibrated by a team of professionals with a keen eye for detail. Only once each and every member of the team has signed off on the machines will they be registered to manufacture explosives and be delivered to the site.

As with all AEL divisions, safety and effectiveness is always top of mind within the AEL Equipment Services division. The team offers a range of Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs), underground mobile charging units(MCU’s), underground portable charging units (PCU’s) and a vast range of other plant equipment components.

With access to both local, internal and international level support and training, the team is renowned for its after sales service and support. Turnaround time on support or service related queries has been vastly shortened and the division is confident that it can offer its customers the peace of mind in knowing that their equipment will be reliably supported in the field.

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Equipment Services

AEL Equipment Services is an international-level supplier of original equipment and aftermarket parts and services tailored to the needs of the blasting professional in both underground and surface mining industries.

General specifications of Equipment Services

Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMU)

Mobile Charging Units (MCU)

Portable Charging Units (PCU)

Emulsion Plant 10T, 20T

• Closed loop hydraulic system

• Independent pump safety control system

• Max Augering rate of 750kg/min on blend and ANFO products

• In cab electrical control panel

• Touch-screen user interface

• Siemens PLC Control

• Hydraulic system supplied from utility vehicle ranged from 20–100 litres per minute at 160 bar

• Independent pump safety control system

• Flow-rates range between 30 and 80kg per minute

• User-friendly control panel - operator interface

• Fully automated hose handling system (MCU Jumbo)

• PLC controlled system operating from 12 or 24 volt DC

• Pneumatic driven piston pumps

• Bursting disc and stall safety features

• Flow-rate of ~25kg per minute

• Simple, reliable, robust pump system

• Closed loop hydraulic system

• Independent pump safety control system

• Max Production rate of 350 Kg/min

• In plant electrical control panel

• Touch-screen user interface • Siemens PLC Control

Recommendations for use

Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMU)

Mobile Charging Units (MCU)

Portable Charging Units (PCU)

Emulsion Plant 10T, 20T

Opencast mining operations with a requirement for all bulk explosives products

Underground mining operations with a requirement for all bulk explosives products

Underground mining operations in narrow reef for non-sticky bulk explosives products

Opencast and Underground mining operations with a requirement for bulk explosives products.

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AEL provides a full range of Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs), which cater for all surface mining applications.

MMUs are capable of pumping and auguring the full range of AEL’s bulk explosives. All MMUs are designed to operate in the demanding environments encountered during normal mining operations. Design parameters include all necessary safety control systems, as well as ease of operation, maintenance and reliability.

AEL’s MMUs comply with ADR requirements and meet all transportation of hazardous goods legislation.

Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMU) - Equipment Services

Technical Specifications

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Proven on-bench reliability• Integrated control systems, which guarantee constant

delivery of requested product quality/quantity• A range of products can be applied on one bench

depending on conditions• Varying pumping and auguring rates to suit bench

hole diameters and conditions• Minimal on-bench product spills during start-up/

shut-down operations

Features• Pump protection-guarding against dead-heading and

dry-running scenarios• Strainers on the bin to prevent ingress of foreign

objects• Closed loop hydraulic control system guarantees

product quality• In-cab touch-screen user interface• Suitable chassis with all standard safety devices

selected for rugged on-bench conditions

Safety Features • Independent electronic pump protection system monitoring and controlling operating pressures and temperatures on critical pumps• Mechanical pump protection devices installed on all

critical pumps• Emergency stops situated at critical locations• Hydraulically operated positive locking handrails

provide safe operation when access to top of truck is required

Product Range

E Series A blend MMU capable of pumping or auguring the full range of AEL's bulk explosives products

R Series A repump MMU capable of pumping bulk emulsion products

H Series A heavy ANFO MMU capable of auguring ANFO and the full range of AEL's blended explosives products

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Equipment Services

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AEL provides a full range of Mobile Charging Units (MCUs), which cater for all underground mining applications in a “massive mining” environment. MCUs are capable of pumping the full range of AEL’s bulk explosives products.

All MCUs are designed to operate in the demanding environments encountered during normal mining operations.

Design parameters include all necessary safety control systems, as well as ease of operation, maintenance and reliability. Units are of a modular design and are able to be mounted on all Utility Vehicles supplied or preferred by the customer.

Mobile Charging Units (MCU) - Equipment Services

Technical Specifications

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Proven reliability in all charging applications• Integrated control systems, which guarantee constant

delivery of requested product quality/quantity• A range of products can be applied depending on

conditions• Product pumping rates reduce face/panel charging

times• Minimal product spills during start-up/shut-down

operations

Features• Pump protection-guarding against dead-heading and

dry-running scenarios• Strainers on the bin to prevent ingress of foreign

objects• Remote control by pendant• Unit capable of pumping at elevated heights.• Charging units can be mounted on all utility vehicles.• Charging large diameter up-holes• Optional: 1. Variable density, 2. Auto flushing, 3.

Electronic data capture

Product Range

Underground Mobile Charging Units (MCU)MCU 1.5T H/E/etc H = Hydraulic

E = Electric

MCU 2T H/E/etc HE = Electric Power PackA = PneumaticE = Electric

MCU 3T H/E/etc . P = Perimeter blastingB = Direct Drive on Cat PumpsD = Direct Drive on Product Pump

MCU 0.75T LCB = Direct Drive on Cat PumpsLC = Land Cruiser Unit

MCU Jumbo Jumbo = Up/Down Hole Charging UnitD = direct drive on orbit pumpA = pneumatic HE = hydraulic over electricSS = shaft sinking LC = land cruiser

Safety Features

• Independent electronic pump protection system monitoring and controlling operating pressures on critical pumps

• Mechanical pump protection devices installed on all critical pumps

• Emergency stops situated at critical locations• Up-hole charging from a safe distance via remote

control pendant (MCU Jumbo)• Units have a meltable sight-glass on emulsion tank,

which ruptures when exposed to heat

Equipment Services

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AEL provides the PCU010 for charging in narrow reef mining environments. The unit has been specifically designed to pump the UG100 and UG200 non-sticky range of AEL’s bulk explosives products in conjunction with a sensitiser in stoping and development blast holes.

The pump is robust and reliable and designed to operate in the demanding environments usually encountered in underground mining operations.

Portable Charging Units (PCU) - Equipment Services

Technical Specifications

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Robust and reliable• allows the application of emulsion explosives in a

narrow reef mining environment• Suitable for application of emulsion explosives

in short, small diameter holes of any inclination (Eliminates the necessity to use packaged explosives)

• No longer a requirement for a primer in short blast-holes

• Saves time and labour during charging• Product in hose is non-detonable

Features• Pneumatic driven pump • Removable cover for ease of maintenance• 18kg emulsion tank• 2kg sensitiser tank• Fixed ratio of emulsion to sensitiser creating constant

delivery of requested product quality/quantity

• Flexible hose / lance for use in confined spaces (optional)

• Flow-rate approximates 25kg/min• Delivery of approximately 300g/stroke• Easy to use and maintain. Equipment maintained in-

situ by personnel trained by AEL

Application

Used for charging bulk emulsion in underground narrow reef mining environments. The focus area for the PCU010 Pump is narrow reef stoping . However, the pump can also be used in standard development up to four metres in height and width and in short, small diameter up-holes. The pump is generally used in conjunction with bagged emulsion. However, the original source of the emulsion can be bulk or bagged.

Safety Features

• Bursting disc• Pump will stall under high pressure conditions• Components contained within sealed lid

Equipment Services

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A ‘Vertical Drop’ emulsion reticulation system has been developed by AEL Mining Services to enable emulsion and sensitiser to be delivered through piping to underground storage facilities adjacent to the workings.

AEL Mining Services will provide the necessary general arrangement drawings and assist any customer in designing a ‘Vertical Drop’ system for a continuous length of up to 500m to suit their mine.

Although drilling and construction are to be conducted by the mine, AEL Mining Services will consult on the full design parameters to introduce a working system for a mine making use of AEL Mining Services underground bulk emulsion products.

Vertical Drop - Equipment Services

Technical Specifications

Benefits & Features

Benefits

An underground bulk emulsion delivery system offers….

• Significant safety enhancement by reducing logistic flow in main arteries to the mine.

• Seamless inventory control. • High level of security and control of products used to

manufacture explosives.• Reduced interface with explosives which is

manufactured at the working face during charging.• Reduced risk of explosive theft due to the streamlined

delivery channel.• Significant increase in the lifecycle of assets used for

charging.• Significant saving in maintenance, fuel and asset

wear on assets used for charging. • Reduction in time and labour resources.• Reduced infrastructure requirement on surface.• Bulk emulsion deliveries at any time.

Features

• Surface delivery point for the transfer of bulk emulsion and sensitiser

• Reticulation piping of suitable diameter to ensure adequate flow-rate at the outlet

• Underground storage tanks• Control of emulsion mass at delivery and point of use

Equipment Services

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AEL’s 20T Batch Emulsion Plants consist of two modules – an Ammonium Nitrate Dissolving Module and an Emulsion Manufacturing Module.

AEL provides two sizes of emulsion plants (10T and 20T per eight-hour shift). These plants are capable of producing the full range of AEL’s bulk explosives products, including surface and underground products.

The emulsion plants are designed to operate in the demanding environments encountered during normal mining operations.

Design parameters include all necessary safety control systems, as well as ease of operation, maintenance and reliability.

Emulsion Plant 10T, 20T, 40T - Equipment Services

Technical Specifications

Benefits & Features

Benefits

• Proven reliability in remote sites• Integrated control systems which guarantee constant

delivery of quality product• A range of products can be produced by a single

plant.• Emulsion Plants are designed to be “Zero Effluent”

plants.

Features• Pump protection-guarding against dead-heading and

dry-running scenarios• Strainers in the suction line to prevent ingress of

foreign objects• Closed loop hydraulic control system guarantees

product quality

• In-plant touch-screen user interface• Modular Plant built into standard size containers

to facilitate the transportation and installation on remote sites.

Safety Features

• Independent electronic pump protection system monitoring and controlling operating pressures and temperatures on critical pumps.

• Mechanical pump protection devices installed on all critical pumps.

• Temperature control systems installed on emulsion dissolving module.

• Emergency stops situated at critical locations.

Equipment Services

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