1.4K reactions · 38 shares | Controlled rock blasting underway to clear land for a new housing development project. | McCallum Rock Drilling | Facebook

High-risk development blasting — precision and caution are everything when prepping a house pad on this kind of terrain. We’ve got multiple homes nearby and highly-reactive rock. Safety leads every step of the way.💥 | McCallum Rock Drilling

Blasting is a highly skilled process that, when properly designed and executed, can be safely used for rock excavation even in sensitive areas such as around residential buildings. By employing controlled blasting techniques, blasting operations can minimise ground vibration and air overpressure and ensure the safety of nearby structures. The use of blasting mats further enhances control by effectively containing fly rock. With careful planning and expert execution, blasting becomes a versatile

Blasting is a crucial technique in mining, construction, and the excavation of pipelines in hard rock environments, as it uses controlled explosions to fracture and dislodge rock, making the removal process significantly easier and more efficient. It helps access ore deposits, clear rock for foundations and tunnels, and create trenches for pipelines, reducing labour, equipment wear, and costs while enhancing safety by precisely controlling rock breakage. Follow us at tunnel.engineering #Blasting