Appendix 20-B. Blasting Plan

Blasting Plan
for
Nordic Aquafarms, Inc.

285 Northport Avenue
Belfast, ME
Date: April 18, 2019
Prepared For:
CIANBRO Corporation
101 Cianbro Square
Pittsfield, ME 04967
Prepared By: Brett Doyon
Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. Divisional Offices

P.O. Box 1140 Connecticut 860.242.7419
423 Brunswick Avenue Maine 207.582.2338
Gardiner, ME 04345 Massachusetts/RI 508.478.0273
207.582.2338 New Hampshire 603.647.0299
207.582.8794 FAX New York 518.632.9170
Pennsylvania 800.422.4927
Vermont 802.479.3341
Setting Earth-Shattering Standards Since 1966 • An Equal Opportunity Employer

Table of Contents
General
Pre-Blast Surveys
Blast Monitoring
Sequence of Blasting
Blasting Procedures
Blasting Mats
Blast Area Security and Warning Signals
Explosives
Blaster Qualifications
Blasting Personnel
Licenses and Permits
Blast Vibration & Air-Blast
Blast Reports
Typical Blast Design
Setting Earth-Shattering Standards Since 1966 • www.mainedrilling.com

General
Maine Drilling & Blasting considers safety as the priority during all phases of blasting
operations. We are knowledgeable of and will follow all local, state and federal regulations
related to transportation and use of explosives. The project specifications and conditions
have been reviewed. Details of procedures for pre-blast surveys, explosives use, blast
security, monitoring and documentation are enclosed. Blasting will be in accordance with
blasting law for site location of development projects: 38 MRSA paragraph 490-
Z(14)(Blasting).
Pre-Blast Surveys / Notifications

Pre-blast surveys will be offered to all property owners within a 2,000 foot radius of the blast
site. Appropriate notices will be given and appointments arranged for those owners who
desire a survey. Pre-blast surveys will be conducted by a Company Representative. Results
of those surveys will be documented through video or still photographs and appropriate
narration or written reports. The property owner will be offered to have their well water
tested for quantity and quality of water. These results will be submitted to the Department at
the property owner’s authorization.
Property owners within 2,000 feet of the blast area will be provided a blasting schedule. The
blasting schedule shall contain, at a minimum - (1) Name, address, and telephone number of
the operator, (2) Identification of the specific areas in which blasting will take place, (3)
Dates and time periods when explosives are to be detonated, (4) Methods to be used to
control access to the blasting areas, and (5) Type and patterns of audible warning and all-
clear signals to be used before and after blasting.
Blast Monitoring
All blasts will be monitored by a representative of Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. who has
been properly trained in the setup and use of seismic monitoring equipment. At least one
seismograph will be in use at all times. Placement of monitoring equipment will be at the
nearest structure to the blast site with the instrument’s transducer firmly coupled to the
ground. Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. monitoring equipment will consist of Instantel type
seismographs. Details are enclosed. Seismographs meet all requirements outlined in
subsection M of 28 MRSA paragraph 490-Z(14). Results of blast monitoring will typically be
available before the next blast, usually immediately following a blast. Results can be
reviewed and modifications can be made to the blast design for the next blast if necessary.
Sequence of Blasting
All blasting operations will be strictly coordinated with Engineers, and Fire Department.
Emphasis will be on the safe and efficient removal of the rock existing on this project
without impact to surrounding structures. Blasts will be developed so as to create adequate
relief which will minimize ground vibrations and offer the greatest protection possible to the
surrounding structures.
Blasting Procedures
1. Blasting may not occur in the period between sundown and sunrise the following day
or in the period between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., whichever is greater. Blasting will
not occur more frequently than 4 times per day. Blasting will not be allowed on
Saturday and Sunday.
2. Blasting cannot be conducted at times different from those announced in the blasting
schedule except in emergency situations, such as electrical storms or public safety
required unscheduled detonation.
3. Warning and all-clear signals of different character that are audible within a range of
one-quarter mile from the point of the blast shall be given. All persons within the
permit area shall be notified of the meaning of the signals through appropriate
instructions and signs posted.
4. Access to blasting area shall be regulated to protect the public from the effects of
blasting. Access to the blasting area shall be controlled to prevent unauthorized entry
before each blast and until the perimeter's authorized representative has determined
that no unusual circumstances exist after the blast. Access to and travel in or through
the area can then safely resume.
5. Areas in which charged holes are awaiting firing shall be guarded, barricaded and
posted, or flagged against unauthorized entry.
6. All blasts shall be made in the direction of the stress relieved face previously marked
out or previously blasted.
7. All stemming shall be minimum as specified using clean, dry 3/8'' crushed stone.
8. Blasting mats shall be used as necessary to cover blasts.
9. The Blasting Contractor shall insure that extra safety and judgment is exercised by his
blaster to prevent the simultaneous blasting of numerous holes.
10. If a blast is initiated by a detonating cord, the detonating cord will be covered by
crushed stone or other suitable cover to reduce noise and other concussion effects.

Blasting Mats
Blasting mats and backfill will be used to control excessive amounts of rock movement when
blasting in close proximity to structures. Placement and number of mats are typically
determined by the blaster. Mats will be placed so as to protect all people and structures on, or
surrounding the blast site and property, the mats will prevent flyrock from entering protected
natural resources or natural buffer strips. Rubber tire type blasting mats will be utilized on
this project and will be approximately 12' x 24' in size; Rubber mat @ 12' x 24' 38 lbs/sqft =
10,944 lbs/ea.
Blast Security and Warning Whistles

Each blast will be preceded by a security check of the affected area and then a series of
warning whistles. Communications will be made with job site supervisors and local officials
as required to ensure the safest possible operation. All personnel in the vicinity closest to the
blast area will be warned. The warning whistles will follow the following sequence:
3 Audible Signal Pulses - 5 Minutes to Blast
2 Audible Signal Pulses - 1 Minute to Blast
1 Audible Signal Pulses - All Clear
No blast will be fired until the area has been secured and determined safe. The blast site will
be examined by the blaster prior to the all-clear signal to determine that it is safe to resume
work.
Explosives
All explosives will be delivered to the job site on a daily basis. Overnight storage will be a
licensed secure magazine site. Only the amount of explosives required to perform the day's
work will be brought to the site. All explosives will be stored in approved magazines when
not in use.
Enclosed are Technical Data and MSDS sheets for the explosive products proposed for use
on this project. Any one of, or a combination of these products may be in use at any one time
on the site.
Blaster Qualifications
All Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc blasters on this job will be licensed in the State of Maine
and have received various amounts of training in the safe use and handling of explosives.
Additionally, Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. blasters are familiar with all OSHA
Regulations, State Regulations, and Federal Regulations regarding construction site safety,
including transportation, use, and handling of explosive materials. Weekly safety meetings
are to be held on site by the Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. job foreman, with a record of
that meeting returned to the Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. office.

Blasting Personnel
All blasting operations shall be conducted by experienced, trained and competent persons
who understand the hazards involved. Persons working with explosive materials shall:
1. Have demonstrated knowledge of, and a willingness to comply with, safety and
security requirements.
2. Be capable of using mature judgment in all situations.
3. Be of good physical condition and not addicted to intoxicants, narcotics, or other

similar type of drugs.
4. The person(s) responsible for the explosives shall possess current knowledge of the
local, State and Federal laws and regulations applicable to his work.
5. The person(s) responsible for the explosives shall have obtained a Certificate of
Competency or a license as required by State law.
Licenses and Permits

Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. is fully licensed and insured for the transportation, use, and
handling of explosives. Evidence of insurance is available. Blasting permits will be applied
for as required from the local authorities by the Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.
Blaster/Foreman when blasting is about to begin.
Blast Vibration & Air-Blast

The maximum allowable air-blast at an inhabited building not owned or controlled by the
developer may not exceed 129 decibels peak when measured by an instrument having a flat
response (+ or - 3 decibels) over the range of 5 to 200 hertz. Additionally, sound from
blasting may not exceed the following limits at any inhabited building not owned or
controlled by the developer.
• Blast 1: Less than 129 decibel
The maximum allowable air-blast at an uninhabited building not owned or controlled by the
developer may not exceed 140 decibels peak when measured by an instrument having a flat
response (+ or - 3 decibels) over a range of 5 to 200 hertz.
Blast vibration will be monitored at the blast site, typically at the structure(s) closet to the
blast site. Vibration limits will closely follow limits described in the project specifications
and the State Regulations. Blast designs will be modified as required to stay within the
guidelines and meet project schedules as well. Blasting operations will be modified
accordingly when approaching buildings and utilities. Enclosed are preliminary vibration

calculations based on known distances to the structures of concern and anticipated initial
blast designs.
Ground Vibration peak particle velocity limits shall not exceed:

Refer to Appendix B, Figure B-1, U.S. Bureau of Mines RI 8507.
In addition, the maximum peak particle velocity at inhabitable structures not owned or
controlled by the developer will not exceed the levels established below:
Distance from the Blast (ft.) Max PPV

0 to 300 feet 1.25 in/sec
301 5000 feet 1.00 in/sec
Greater than 5000 feet 0.75 in/sec
Blast Reports
Enclosed is a sample of a Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc last Report. This report will be
filled out for each blast and copies supplied as needed. The reports will be kept for at least
one year and will be available for inspection. The Maine DEP will be notified within 48
hours of any blast which exceeds the standards of 38 MRSA paragraph 490 Z-(14), the
information in subsection N will be provided with the notification.
Typical Blast Design

Enclosed is what would be considered typical blast designs for this project. Hole sizes,
depths, spacing and loading information is provided. These designs are to be considered a
good starting point. Modifications are usually made, if necessary, following the first blast to
meet control and seismic considerations.

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Preliminary Design
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70
K K
80
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75
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J 75 J
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60
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BUILDING 1
65
H H
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65
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BUILDING 7
60
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60
+63.55 +63.55 +63.55 +63.55
+63.83 S
+63.83 +63.83 +63.83
65 S
BUILDING 6
S
G G
55
55
BUILDING 3
S
S
S
40.0' VEGETATED BUFFER
BUILDING 4 S
50
BUILDING 5
55
50
55
60
50
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50
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50.0' BUILDING SETBACK

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45
BUILDING 2
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144 Fore Street/P.O. BOX 618
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Portland, Maine 04104
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www.smrtinc.com
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SHEET TITLE:
0 60' 120' 240' 360'
SCALE:1" = 120'
PROJECT MANAGER: ADB PROJECT NO: 18076
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A/E OF RECORD:
JOB CAPTAIN:
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Well Locations
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Treatment Building
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W5 S9 Water Treatment and
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Pump Station Building Blasting
W8 B203
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Pump station approx. 1,600 SF

approx. volume about 900 CY
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W6
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B402
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B401
B113 W9
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B202
Seawater Pipe Blasting
B403 approx. blast volume
estimated at 500 c.y.
B404
based on preliminary
B405 information and rock depth
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Belfast
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Blasting will occur
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Blasting zone - intake MSPE
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NAF wetlands
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0 200 400 Ft
Ephemeral stream
JOB NUMBER: DATE:
Nordic Aquafarms
10
Intermittent stream 3/5/2019
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FILENAME:
NAF WTP Blast 030519
WTP/PS and Sewater
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PROJECTION:
101 Cianbro Square, PO Box 1000
Belfast tax map trace 050118
NAD83 UTM19N
SCALE:
1 in = 100 feet CIANBRO Pittsfield, ME 04967
www.cianbro.com
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2,000FT Pre Blast
DESCRIPTION
Survey Radius
DATE
REV
Potential Blasting
limits
NORDIC AQUAFARMS
NORTHPORT AVE
BELFAST, ME
PRE-BLAST
SURVEY
DRAWING
Loaded Hole-Blast Design for: Job Blast Plan Assistance
Owner/Site Nordic Aquafarms
Location: Belfast, ME Division: Eastern
Customer Cianbro Corp
Author bdoyon On:7/20/2018 Updated By bdoyon On: 7/30/2018
Blast Plan Description: Open-Bulk
7/30/2018 9:00 AM
APENDIX A. - Blast Design Plan: Loaded Hole Depth - Diameter - Product

Est. Number Of Holes: 50
Hole Depth: 10.00 Ft
Hole Diameter: 3 in
Burden: 6.00 Ft
Spacing: 6.00 Ft
Holes per Delay: 1
Pounds Per Delay: 19.43 Lbs
Pounds Per Hole: 19.43 Lbs
Total est. Pounds: 971.50 Lbs
Powder Factor: 1.46 Lbs/Cy
Decks: 0
Blast Plan Notes:
Vibration Prediction (formula based on Dupont Handbook)
Site Factor (k) : 160 Ground Constant based on Site/Rock Conidtions

Distance Ft (d) 100 Distance to Structure
Lbs per Delay (w) 19.43 Lbs explosives per 8 milisecond delay
Scaled Distance (sd) 22.69 ( sd = d/ square root of w)
Estimated PPV 1.08 ( ppv = k * sd ^ -1.6)
Typical for Production work consistent with holes 10 Ft deep at 100 from a structure utilizing 3' In diameter at a 6 Ft by 6 Ft
pattern.
Plan View/Timing Design (please see attached timing diagram)
Timing Diagram
Date: Blaster: Blast Plan
Job #: License:
Customer Name : Job Address: State: Maine
Shot Number Blast Plan
Note- Typical timing design. Adjustments will be made pursuant to previous results.
*All numbers are in milliseconds (ms)
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300

42 67 92 117 142 167 192 217 242 267 292 317 342
84 109 134 159 184 209 234 259 284 309 334 359 384
Blast Plan Description: Open-Stick
7/30/2018 8:59 AM

Hole Diameter: 3 in
Burden: 5.00 Ft
Spacing: 6.00 Ft
Holes per Delay: 1
Decks: 0
Blast Plan Notes:

pattern.
Timing Diagram
Job #: License:
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300

42 67 92 117 142 167 192 217 242 267 292 317 342
84 109 134 159 184 209 234 259 284 309 334 359 384
Blast Plan Description: 100ft away trench
7/30/2018 9:05 AM

Hole Diameter: 3 in
Burden: 5.00 Ft
Spacing: 4.00 Ft
Holes per Delay: 1
Decks: 0
Blast Plan Notes:

pattern.
Timing Diagram
Job #: Mountaineer Xpress Pipeline License:
Trench Blasting Diagram
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Spacing 4FT

25 75 125 175 225 275
Burden 5FT
Blast Plan Description: Trench Blasting 200FT from Structure
4/18/2019 10:05 AM

Hole Diameter: 3 in
Burden: 4.00 Ft
Spacing: 5.00 Ft
Holes per Delay: 1
Total est. Pounds: 1,642.00 Lbs
Decks: 0
Blast Plan Notes:

pattern.
Timing Diagram
Job #: Mountaineer Xpress Pipeline License:
Trench Blasting Diagram
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Spacing 4FT

25 75 125 175 225 275
Burden 5FT
Company Qualifications

A Breed Apart
Company Information & Qualifications
YOUR TRUSTED BREED
making it happen
… because
Experience Counts
for everything
A T R U S T E D B R E E D • A T R U S T E D B R E E D
Maine Drilling & Blasting: Your Trusted Breed Making it Happen
• Need to make way for underground utilities?
• Building a project in an extremely remote location with difficult access?
• Does your project call for rock bolting or hoe rams?
• Need to remove rock in very tight quarters adjacent to existing structures?
• Have hundreds of thousand of cubic yards of rock to move in a tight
deadline, under less than ideal conditions?
• Need drilling and blasting for a pipeline, wind farm, or transmission lines?
• Need rock stabilized on a heavily trafficked highway?
• Have new interstate ramp systems to install through granite bedrock?
Whatever your needs, Maine Drilling & Blasting can get the job done
skillfully and smoothly. Whether you are a general contractor, commercial
contractor, municipality, or homeowner, we can provide you with the
professional experience you need to get your job done right, on schedule
and in budget. Maine Drilling & Blasting is nearby and at the ready.
It’s all about having the resources when you need them and working with
someone who offers you proven results on demanding schedules.
• Local resources throughout the Northeast

• Full service company … your true one-stop source.
• Remote access capability for almost all terrains including a proven
system for underwater drilling and blasting, and an internally-
engineered bulk skid to deliver product to backwoods mountain terrains.
• We optimize drill types and explosive options from in-house sources.
Since 1966, our standards are steeped in the tradition of being family-
owned and operated. We’re a close and cohesive group. We’re also
owners. Maine Drilling & Blasting began the transition to employee
ownership in 2004, resulting in progressively greater individual
responsibility in the work produced. We work with the unity of a family
and the determination of business owners. Qualified employees now own
51% of the Company.
Our employees are proud of our past 51 years. We’ve persevered,

adapted, and grown stronger and smarter, all the while holding true to our
founding principles of hard work, honesty and quality of services. That’s
why MD&B is the Trusted Breed for so many throughout the Northeast.
Maine Drilling & Blasting: cost competitive AND expert source for your
project needs.
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Maine Drilling & Blasting Information & Qualifications
This comprehensive package is offered to evidence our Company’s ability
to perform drilling and blasting work on various projects throughout the
Northeast, New York, and Pennsylvania. It includes general corporate
information, experience, performance, safety, quality, and environmental
management capacity.
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Name of Company: Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc.
Address: 542 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, ME 04345
Phone: 207-582-2338 Fax: 207-582-8794
Primary Contacts: Aaron Flewelling
Phone: 603-647-0299 Cell: 603-454-8385
Email Address: [email protected]
Company Website: www.mainedrilling.com
Ownership/Management: Maine Drilling & Blasting is an employee-
owned company started by Ted Purington, Sr. in 1966. Two generations of
blasters preceded him. Ted Sr. retired in 1996. Today, Bill Purington is
Company Chairman and CEO working out of the corporate office in
Gardiner, ME. Ted, Jr. is the Executive V.P. heading up Operations from
the Auburn, NH office.
Nature of Business: The Company is one of the largest of its kind in North
America, with the majority of the volume of explosives utilized in New
England and New York. Core services are drilling and blasting and hoe ram
services for construction, quarry and energy markets throughout the
Northeast, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and
West Virginia. Specialty services include rock anchors, laser profiling,
boretraking, training, and public relations.
Years in Business: Maine Drilling and Blasting, Inc. has been in business
for 51 years.
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Service Areas/Facilities: MD&B is currently registered to do business in
the following states: Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode
Island, Vermont, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and West Virginia, and has no limitations
within our area of expertise.
Local crews operate throughout the Northeast, and Mid Atlantic area with
eight operating divisions: six construction – Eastern (Maine), Central (New
Hampshire), Southern (Connecticut/Southern Massachusetts/Western
Rhode Island, Southeast New York), Northern (Massachusetts/Rhode
Island/Eastern Connecticut), Western (Vermont/Eastern New York), Mid
Atlantic (Western NY, Pennsylvania New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware,
Virginia and West Virginia), and two Mine/Quarry divisions that service
New England and New York along with the Mid Atlantic area.
Regional operations are strategically supported with local offices: Our

operating hub is in Auburn, NH housing Central and N.E. Quarry North
Division, as well as Equipment Services, Purchasing, Engineering and
Safety Departments; Western Construction and Quarry Divisions are
headquartered in Hartford, NY; Southern Division is headquartered in
Bloomfield, CT; Northern Division, N.E. Quarry North Division, and
Technical Services in Milford, MA; Mid Atlantic Construction and Quarry
Divisions operate out of Bethel, PA, and Eastern Division and the
Corporate Office are located in Gardiner, ME. Additionally, the Company is
supported with 9 permanent explosive distribution facilities, and 12 to 15
remote sites, strategically located throughout our service areas.
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List Professional Affiliations & Licenses:
International Society of Explosives
Associated General Contractors of Maine, Vermont, NH, NY, Mass
Milford Area Chamber of Commerce
Northern NE Concrete Producers Association
Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc. – Maine Chapter
Maine Better Transport Association
Maine Motor Transport Association
Maine State Chamber of Commerce
New Hampshire Good Roads
Construction Financial Management Association
National Association of Women in Construction
Tug Users Group
BA of Greater Boston
Maine Aggregate Association
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Construction Industry of MA (CCIA)
MA Aggregate & Asphalt Pavement Association
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
New Hampshire Motor Transport Association
Institute of Makers of Explosives
National Ski Areas Association
New York Construction Materials Association
Maine Economic Research Institute
The ESOP Association
National Center for Employee Ownership
Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc. – Eastern Pennsylvania
American Society of Civil Engineers
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Construction Marketing Association
Status of Business/Company: Corporation
Labor Relations: Both Open Shop, and Union served by Maine Drilling &
Blasting.
SAFETY CREDENTIALS:
MD&B has an aggressive Safety Program in place with a designated safety
officer and support Department: Michael Weider, Safety Manager,
603-647-0299, [email protected]
• Safety is the bedrock of our training, the cornerstone of our
technology. Safety-specific training includes: Dupont’s Safety
Training Observation Program (STOP), MSHA Part 46 Training,
OSHA 10-hour Training, Job Hazard Analysis, Division Meeting
Safety Topics, Daily Safety Meetings, Lessons Learned. In addition
to training specifically related to safety, an array of mandatory,
formal job skill training courses ensures the best practices on the
job. All MD&B Drillers and Blasters undergo rigorous training and
company certification. MD&B Blasters also hold state-specific
industry licenses for operation.
• Seismic Monitoring is performed on every project. MD&B holds

itself accountable for the seismic monitoring. We objectively
measure vibrations caused by our blasts with state of the art
equipment, and make those measurements available for analysis.
• Job Hazard Analysis on each and every project. MD&B performs a

thorough site-specific Job Hazard Analysis on every project, and we
reassess for every change in project parameters. Maine Drilling &
Blasting instituted this non-industry-mandated process company-
wide years ago.
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EMR MD Ind.Avg
2005 0.84 1.00 • Beating the Workers
2006 0.85 1.00 Compensation MOD
2007 0.87 1.00 rate 10+ years running.
2008 0.92 1.00 For the last 10+ years,
2009 0.80 1.00 our incident rate and
2010 0.92 1.00 subsequent costs for
2011 0.83 1.00 workers compensation
2012 0.94 1.00 claims are lower than
2013 0.80 1.00 industry averages for
2014 0.71 1.00 our workforce.
2015 0.71 1.00
2016 0.83 1.00
OSHA RIR below industry average for the past 7 years. As illustrated in
our graph, Maine Drilling & Blasting has been below the industry average
for Recordable Injury Rates (RIR) over the last seven years. The Company
has shown an average reduction in our RIR of 13% for the 7-year period as
compared to the industry trend of 10% for the same period. This
illustrates a 3% greater improvement rate than that of the industry.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE:
MD&B has a Quality Assurance Program with training manuals and
programs for both Drilling and Blasting.
Designated QA manager and Regional Technical Supervisor: Ken Smith,

508-478-0273, [email protected]
Maine Drilling & Blasting is on the cutting edge, from types of explosive
product, to delivery systems, to digital technologies for drilling and blast
initiation.
• Non-electric blasting techniques permit the blaster to program a

series of small explosions, thousandths of a second apart, reducing
risk and increasing control.
• Programmable electronic detonators deliver even more precise

timing. The electronic initiation system allows for better energy
usage, resulting in better breakage and decreased vibration.
• PACKAGED EXPLOSIVE GELS, water resistant ammonium nitrate

and fuel oil (ANFO WR), and BULK EMULSION, which is pumped
directly into holes and has become the product of choice today,
provides our blasters with powerful precision tools to perform
their task under any conditions. Properly utilized, Bulk Emulsion
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reduces drilling cost in all applications, allowing for efficient use
of hole diameters and hole patterns, minimizing loading labor.
• Computer-aided blast design and test-blast practices have

replaced trial-and-error, providing for a controlled blasting
environment.
• Laser Profiling a rock face provides a 3 dimensional view of the

blast area for use in the proper design and layout of the borehole
locations for the drilling and blasting operation.
• Boretrak System: “BoreTraking” provides a 3 dimensional view of

each borehole as it relates to every other borehole in the blast.
When it is matched with the laser profile it will show how each
borehole relates to the rock face so the blaster will be able to
distribute the explosives where they will perform the best.
• In House Engineering Services provide added value for our

customers. We provide accurate estimates of rock quantities,
determine the scope of work, verify the topographical accuracy of
the engineering, and provide value engineering to maintain
efficiencies and blasting cost reductions. Our engineering
department also provides us with the ability to perform Engineer,
Perform, and Construct projects, which we have performed
successfully.
• Remote Project Efficiencies: Maine Drilling & Blasting has the

experience, expertise and equipment necessary for any terrain and
the most isolated locations commonly found at wind farms,
pipelines, transmission lines, substations, and hydroelectric
facilities. Maine Drilling & Blasting has adapted and even engineered
our own transports capable of bringing our crews, products and
supplies to very hard-to-reach places with terrain many consider
impassable.
• Congested/Close Shooting Expertise: Maine Drilling & Blasting is

very experienced performing controlled blasting in areas with
very close adjacencies to existing structures, operating railroads,
operating power plants, live transmission lines, open hospitals
and in-session schools, etc. Maine Drilling & Blasting understands
these challenges and delivers based upon 1) our resources and
experience with electronic detonator technology and bulk
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explosive application, and 2) our strong Safety Culture including
our Zero Tolerance policies.
• Foundation Services: MD&B utilizes our fleet of drills and

experienced craftspeople to install rock anchors, dowels, guy
anchors and micro-piles for a variety of construction needs.
Foundation components requiring structural connections to
bedrock is a specialty that compliments our fundamental service of
drilling and blasting. Over the past 20 years, Maine Drilling &
Blasting has become recognized as a leader in the installation of
rock anchors throughout the Northeast. Our engineers routinely
work with customers at the design phase to assist in development
of cost-effective and constructible solutions. We perform in
diverse conditions from remote access transmission line ROWs and
wind site ridgelines to the tight work areas of existing
communication tower sites. From atop mountains to on water,
from inside cofferdams to the complexities of urban work, we’ve
provided routine and unique rock bolting and ground anchor
services for hundreds of projects, installing over 10,000 post
tension anchors and reinforcement dowels. We self-perform rock
anchor activities starting with the drilling, through the grouting and
tensioning activities. Each anchor is tested well above design load.
Our experience ranges from small diameter to 3-inch with 700kips.
• In House Distribution: Maine Drilling & Blasting has instituted an

in-house distribution network with the ability to supply all regions
without depending on outside suppliers and distributors.
• Schedules & Liquidated Damages: With Maine Drilling &

Blasting’s access to over 80 drills ad specialty equipment, we
meet or exceed schedule deadlines, and we will accept liquidated
damages in our contracts.
• Public Relations: Maine Drilling & Blasting utilizes the Safety and
Technical departments to give presentations to towns, neighbors
and public safety departments who have concerns about blasting
to help with the permitting and approval process.
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ENVIRONMENTAL:
• MD&B has an Environmental Management Program in place. We

have taken a leadership role within our industry to improve
environmental stewardship. We recognize and accept our own
responsibility to proactively apply environmental best practices to
all aspects of our business, and work with suppliers and customers
to promote environmentally responsible actions and products. In
all cases, our aim is to optimize our environmental performance up
to the technical limits practically achievable, and to explore
environmentally-driven innovations, technologies and business
opportunities to expand those limits to achieve nothing less than
environmental excellence.
MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYEES, AND RESOURCES:
Principal Officers of our Company:
NAME TITLE YEARS W/

FIRM
Dan Werner President & CEO 15
William Purington Chairman of the Board 35
Ted Purington, Jr. Executive Vice President 39
Mitchell Green Regional Vice President 14
Aaron Flewelling Engineering Manager 6
Todd Barrett Senior Vice President 21
Timothy Maynard Chief Financial Officer 9
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Typical Project Organizational Chart
Division Manager
Project Engineer Project Superintendent Project Safety

Manager
Blasting Superintendent Rock Anchor Superintendent
Project Responsibility:
• Our Supervisory and Management team are all Company

employees.
• The Division Manager accepts the Project Manager responsibilities.

The principal officers have authorized all construction signatures.
The decision-making is done with the division manager or the
principals as needed. The Project Manager handles as many as five
projects. Assistance from the company departments, the
engineering group, and the Division Manager spread the workload.
• The Division Manager provides leadership to the construction team

in the areas of safety, resource leveling, scheduling and
management of the project. This position is further supported by
Regional Superintendents and Project Superintendents, who run
the larger jobs for the Company.
Software Support:
• As a specialty contractor, our estimating and contracts software is

a proprietary program. GPS, Total Station, Carlson Software and
Paydirt software are utilized to predict rock quantities and
complexities. This data is used to estimate resources needed for
each cut area. As redesigns are considered, the CAD input is
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digitized to generate updated input for an updated resource
estimate. Our accounting software is Sage Timberline Office.
Number of Employees:
Main Office Staff 43
Support Staff (mechanics, 51

safety, engineering, etc.)
Field Supervisory Staff 47
Craft Workers 119 Blasters, Laborers & Drivers
Equipment Operators 81 Drillers & Hoe Ram Operators
Major Construction Equipment: MD&B currently owns over 80 hydraulic

drills and specialty equipment, and 12 excavators. Additional drills are
rented during peak season as needed. Maine Drilling & Blasting owns
approximately 190 vehicles in its fleet including pickups, tractor/trailer
vehicles, box trucks and bulk trucks.
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Project Profile:
ANDROSCOGGIN VALLEY HOSPITAL BIOMASS EXPANSION, BERLIN, NH
Completion – November 2013
Owner – Androscoggin Valley Hospital
GC – Langford & Low – A&B Logging
Scope: To drill and blast approximately 600 cubic yards of rock for the
construction of a new biomass plant to convert the hospital’s energy source.
Challenges: The Berlin NH AVH Biomass project entailed blasting within 20

feet of the occupied hospital. We blasted approximately 600 cubic yards
ranging from 2 feet to 12 feet in cut depth. Each blast had to be coordinated
with the Site Contractor, General Contractor and
Facility Manager of the Hospital. The concerns
were coordinating the blasts so that the hospital
could still function on a daily basis, and that the
ambulance entrance road be accessible at any
moment.
Outcome-Summary: Our team met weeks prior to

the start and discussed the site security issues and
the Hospitals concerns in depth. We were able to
have a plan in place that was suitable for all of us. At the end of the project,
the Hospital managers and the customer were very pleased with a job well
done.
Customer Testimonial: "Recently we had the pleasure of working with Maine

Drilling & Blasting on our jobsite at Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin,
New Hampshire. The blasting portion of the project was unique being within
such a close proximity to the hospital, and was executed without incident and
with minimal impact to the hospital's operations. MD&B had excellent
communication with project management and hospital staff. In addition, they
were reliable and flexible with the hospital's schedule and made safety of the
general public and onsite personnel a first priority.”
Robert Grafton
Superintendent
Langford and Low, Inc.
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Project Profile:
MANSFIELD HOLLOW HYDRO ELECTRIC, MANSFIELD, CT
Completion – September 2013
Owner – Mansfield Hollow Hydro
GC – Sealand Environmenta;
Scope: To drill and blast for a new waterway and turbine building in close
proximity to a river and existing dam.
Challenges: Rock needed to be blasted to allow for the installation of large

diameter pipe to feed a new turbine building. The
integrity of the rock remaining between the excavation
and existing river needed to be maintained to prevent
the river from coming into the new trench. As a further
challenge, the head wall for the intake of the new
waterway was located 6 feet from the crest of a dam
built in the 1800’s. The crest of the dam could not be
disturbed as it would lower the height of the existing
river and change the dynamic for the function of the
turbine. The last piece of blasting was within 10 feet of
a Portadam that was constructed to hold the river back
from flooding the work site.
Outcome-Summary: With good communication between the blasting crew

and site contractor, potential risks were identified and a plan was put into
place to mitigate the risk. By using a combination of methods including line
drilling, controlled blasting, rock dowels and mechanical removal of rock, the
team was able to successfully complete the project on time and without
incident.
Testimonial: "The crew who performed the drilling and blasting work at the
Mansfield Hollow project exceeded all of our expectations. Their hard work,
attention to detail and ability to adjust to changing conditions kept our
project on schedule and completed the rock removal portion without
incident. The professionalism and safety-first mindset demonstrated by the
crew made them a pleasure to work with. Thanks again for the hard work
and we will be calling MD for all of our drilling and blasting needs."
Steve Gordon
Sealand Environmental
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Project Profile:
UNH DORMITORY, WEST HAVEN, CT
Completion – October 2013
Owner – University of New Haven
GC – Mather Corp. – Consigli Construction
Scope: To drill and blast for a new dormitory for the University of New
Haven.
Challenges: The rock that needed to be removed for the new dormitory was
within 30 feet of the existing dormitory and neighboring houses. It also
abutted the parking lot for the students,
the athletic field for the University, and a
town road with active underground
utilities. The fact that we were working
on an active campus with the athletic
field in constant use, made site security a
challenge.
Outcome-Summary: By starting with a

conservative test blast plan, our blast
crew was able to analyze the existing
conditions of the site and adjust design
to meet actual conditions. All blasting
was completed well within the vibration specs provided for the project. The
use of a well-planned and communicated site security plan insured the safety
of the general public and campus population. The project was completed
ahead of schedule and without incident.
Testimonial: "I want to thank you for sending your crew to the UNH
Dormitory project. The crew conducted themselves as true professionals and
always kept safety in the forefront. One of the many things that impressed
me was the ability to react to changing circumstances and keep the schedule
intact. On a project where your men were drilling and blasting next to an
occupied dormitory in a residential neighborhood, finishing on time and
without incident is what will have Mather Corporation calling MD Drilling
again."
Pierre Bastien
Superintendent
Mather Corporation
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Project Profile:
HARBOR POINT, STAMFORD, CT
Owner – Androscoggin Valley Hospital
GC – Langford & Low – A&B Logging
Scope: To drill and blast approximately 30,000 cubic yards of rock for the
construction of a new underground parking garage.
Challenges: The excavation limit was 20 feet from the edge of MNR
tracks and went around three sides of UI’s transmission lines. The cut
from top of ground averaged 45 feet and was a combination of earth
and rock. Soldier piles and lagging was installed along the property line
prior to excavation.
Once the soldier piles were completed, the overburden on top of the ledge
was removed. Ledge needed to be removed within 5 feet of the soldier piles.
Line drilling was performed at the rock excavation limit prior to blasting
within 25 feet of the soldier piles. The line drilling prevented back break from
undermining the soldier piles and reduced the vibration limits at MNR
and UI facilities. Two geotechnical companies were on site to inspect
the blasting activities and monitor the soldier pile wall and surrounding
facilities. Six seismographs were used to monitor all blasting vibration.
In addition to seismographs, prisms were installed on all the soldier
piles and monitored after every blast for deflection. The blasting
schedule was regulated by a flagger from MNR. A temporary hold was
placed on the tracks for the actual blast. All holds on the tracks and
blast times were coordinated between the flagger and MD’s foreman.
Outcome-Summary: To drill and blast 30,000 yards of rock in

downtown Stamford poses its own challenges. Add the challenge of
deep cuts abutting a major rail line as well as electric transmission
towers, and you have a challenge with no room for error. Through
careful planning and communication, the blasting crew was able to
successfully complete their scope of work without incident and ahead
of schedule.
Customer Testimonial: "Excellent job, very professional. Job well done, guys.
I expected two months of drilling and you got it done in 31 days. Well
appreciated."
Steve Holmes
Senior Superintendent, Building and Land Technology (BLT)
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Project Profile:
FAIRFIELD METRO NORTH CENTER, FAIRFIELD, CT
Owner- Town of Fairfield, CT
GC - Guerrera Construction
Scope: To drill and blast approximately 90,000 yards of mass rock and 4,000
yards of structure rock for a new train station parking lot and future building
pad.
Challenges: The blasting was located anywhere from 400 feet to 20 feet from
the tracks. There were 45-foot cuts within 100 feet of the tracks.
There were 30-foot cuts within 12 feet of a new bridge abutment.
All of the work had to take place without any disturbance to the
train traffic. In this area of Connecticut, an estimated 225-250 trains
pass by daily. Obviously, all work had to be done without damaging
any of Metro-North’s structures, UI’s towers, or the new bridge.
Schedule: The blasting schedule was driven by concrete being

poured on the site. There were two separate general contractors
working on the site with different agendas and working in different
areas. This required certain areas of the job to be blasted by
specific dates. Because blasting was not allowed within 300 feet
of fresh concrete, we had to have multiple areas ready to blast,
changing from day to day depending on where the two companies
were pouring.
Outcome-Summary: The project was completed ahead of schedule and

without incident.
Testimonial: “We’ve worked with other drilling and blasting companies, but
when Metro North hears that MD Drilling & Blasting is the d&b contractor on
a project, we’re very happy to hear it. The procedures they submit for our
review and approval are always timely and complete. More importantly,
they’ve always kept us well informed of progress on a day-to-day basis, and
we know the quality of their work will be top-notch. We rely on MD Drilling &
Blasting’s expertise, and we value our good working relationship with them.”
Dave Willard, P.E.

Assistant Director – Structural Engineering
Metro North Railroad
Project Profile:
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MIXED-USE BUILDING, OLD TRACK ROAD, GREENWICH, CT
Completion – December 2010
Owner- Gateway Development
GC – F & G Construction
Scope: To drill and blast approximately 11,000 cubic yards of rock for the
construction of a new mixed-use building.
Challenges: The rock that needed to be removed was a large outcrop

sandwiched in between the overflow lot of a car dealership, a congested
parking lot for an existing gym, and bordered MNR’s
tracks. The rock out-crop was 30 feet higher than MNR’s
tracks. There was zero room for fly rock, and vibration
had to be controlled for MNR’s facilities and the existing
buildings.
Outcome-Summary: Communication with the abutters

prior to starting the project was key. Vehicles were
moved and parking spots were blocked to allow for more
room for the blasting operation. Representatives from
MNR were contacted and a game plan was put in place
prior to trees being cleared. As an added safety
precaution, a flagger was utilized for the blasting closest
to the tracks. Through good communication and
execution, the project was completed ahead of schedule
and without incident.
Testimonial: "From day one on the job, MD Drilling &

Blasting has acted with complete professionalism and an
exemplary attitude on the Old Track Road project. The
Blaster-in-Charge is a self-assured individual who is not
afraid of a difficult situation or task. His demeanor and
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willingness to help is exemplary. He always dutifully
considered all of our requests and worked closely with us
to work through a challenging terrain and very tight site conditions. This BIC
showed great thoughtfulness and resourcefulness throughout the entire
project. He also shows tremendous efficiency and dedication to getting the
job done in an effective and safe manner."
Jim Carnicelli
Vice President
Gateway Development
Project Profile:
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CADET BARRACKS – US MILITARY ACADEMY – WEST POINT, NY
Completion – April 2014
Owner- The U. S. Army Core of Engineers
GC – Walsh Construction
Scope: Controlled blasting for 135,000 yards of mass rock and 60,000
sqft of line drilling/presplit to make way for the construction of a new
Cadet Barracks at West Point Military Academy Campus, New York.
Challenges: The work required up to 80 feet of rock cut within 60 feet

from the 100+ year-old Campus Chapel. The Chapel’s age and condition
required vibration and displacement levels well under the normal
thresholds. To complicate our work further, the more modern Barracks
and Campus structures had rooflines below eye level during most of
the work creating additional exposure level for the throw of our blasts.
MD&B implemented state-of-the-art electronic detonation systems to have
precise controls on the charges.
Very tight horizontal and vertical grade controls were also required to avoid fill
concrete for footings and excess shotcrete for rock nail/shotcrete finish on the
high walls. MD&B implemented boretraking and GPS Survey technologies to
ensure the position and quality of our drilled holes prior to the loading.
It took a team effort with all the trades/GC to orchestrate the 175+
blasts. Each one involved operating over 15 seismographs to be
maintained and 14 personnel for site security before each blast was
initiated.
Outcome-Summary: The work was completed in 9 months and ahead

of schedule. We worked in sync with the benched installations of
horizontal rock dowels, shotcrete, and soldier pile wall installations at
the top of slope. We completed the job without any serious incident, injury, or
fly rock to the satisfaction of the General Contractor – Walsh Construction, and
Owner – The U.S. Army Core of Engineers.
Testimonial: “During your time here working on this project, the cooperation,
effectiveness and overall management was highly noted not only by me but my
entire team. Your team proved to be diligent and continually progressed the
project during a difficult winter and allowed us to keep the project on track. Your
staff on site speaks loudly of your company and I look forward to the chance to
work with you and your team again."
Matthew A. Ludwig
PE Team Leader NCB/Administrative Contracting Officer, Dept. of the Army
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A T R U S T E D B R E E D • A T R U S T E D B R E E D
Misfire Prevention Guidelines, Fly Rock Prevention Guidelines
& IME Blasting Best Practices

Blasting Mats Cut Sheet

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Blasting mats
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Custom Made Products

Our equipment enables us to produce blasting mats to your particular specifications in sizes
ranging from 4 x 4 ft. (1.2 x 1.2m.) to 16 x 28 ft. (4.87 x 8.53m.). A flexibility that is unique in the
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WHY CHOOSE DYNAMAT BLASTING MATS?
Our Innovative Processes
The Dynamat Advantage Our Goals
We have developed automated processes that let us measure the

Automated processes compaction of the blasting mats.
To ensure consistent quality.
Meticulous tire selection Our manufacturing processes demand it.
Our Added Value
The Dynamat Advantage Our Goals
We are the only manufacturer in North America to make products of

Blasting mats over 12 feet (3.66 m) wide To match our client’s needs.
such widths.
We have always spaced them this way. All our competitors, on the
To produce safe blasting mats that control flying debris
12 inches (30 cm) between each cable other hand, leave a gap of 14 to 16 inches (35 to 41 cm) between their
better.
cables.
Forged circular rings We used forged rings, while the competition used welded ones. To make blasting mats easier to handle.
Two dimensions of rings We use 10 and 13-inch (25and 33 cm) rings. To obtain the resistance required for hoisting.
The benefits of traditional blasting mats vs. • greater flexibility and adaptability to the terrain.
To provide a safe product that not only eliminates all risk of
• maximal absorption of the energy released by dynamiting.
blasting mats made of truck tires (transport • reduced possibilities of a partial blast.
flying debris when dynamiting, but also ensures optimal
mat) performance.
• unequalled ease in handling.
Superior quality = safety

Our products are subject to rigorous quality control at every step of the manufacturing process. Carefully selected, the recovered tires that make up our blasting mats are
tied together with new cables, and that translates into solidity and resistance. All the rubber pieces are perforated in order to minimize tears. This means that clients can
use our blasting mats in total safety.
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In a process that’s unique to Dynamat, blasting mats are individually numbered to allow them to be easily traced and identified wherever they are on a project involving
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Blastmate 3 Seismograph Cut Sheet

TM
Full-Featured, Advanced Vibration and Overpressure Monitor

Range of Consultants, engineers and contractors
Applications: the world over recognize the Instantel®
Blastmate III™ vibration and overpressure
•Βlast-monitoring monitor as the most versatile and most
for compliance reliable full featured monitor available. It
• Near-field blast provides all of the industry-leading features
analysis
of the Instantel Minimate Plus™ monitor,
• Pile driving conveniently packaged with a full keyboard
• Construction and a high-resolution printer. This allows
activity
you to setup, add notes and print complete
• Demolition event reports in the field, without a computer.
activity
• Heavy Versatile
transportation With standard features like the Instantel
• Bridge Histogram ComboTM monitoring mode,
monitoring
zero dead-time between events, and flexible
• Structural sample rates up to 65,536 S/s, the Blastmate
analysis
III system provides you with control and
• Underwater
confidence to monitor reliably in any
blast monitoring
situation. For added versatility, you have
• 4 or 8 channel
data aquisition the option to add 4 more channels and extra
memory, providing two complete standard
• Remote
monitors in a single package.
monitoring -
Auto Call HomeTM For more demanding monitoring
applications, the Instantel Blastware®
Advanced Module software provides the
capability to monitor a broad selection
of vibration and overpressure sensors, as
well as sensors for related structural and
environmental measurements. Monitor
vibration, ambient environmental conditions, Key Features
and the movement of structural cracks, all at Fast high-resolution thermal printer for event reports in
the same time, all using the same Blastmate the field without the need for a computer.
III monitor.
Full keyboard simplifies entry of job-specific notes and
Easy to use information.
The features and versatility of the Blastmate
III monitor set it apart, but the fact that it is Dedicated function keys and intuitive menu-driven
also easy to use makes it truly revolutionary. operation enable quick and easy setup.
The dedicated single use function keys,
backlit LCD and simple menu-driven Histogram Combo mode allows capture of full
714B0053 Rev 07 – Prodcuct Specifications are Subject to Change
operation make setup and operation quick waveform records while recording in histogram mode.
and easy, even for inexperienced personnel.
Sample rates from 1,024 to 16,384 S/s per channel
Tough
- up to 65,536 S/s available on a single channel.
The Blastmate III monitor has been built to
survive, with a fully sealed top panel, non-
Available 8-channel option allows for 2 standard
corrosive industrial grade connectors and
triaxial geophones and 2 microphones to be used on a
sealed electronics, all packed in a rugged,
single Blastmate III monitor.
water-resistant case.
Blastmate III - Reliability and versatility
Continuous monitoring means zero dead time, even
for any monitoring application.
while the unit is processing.
Any channel can be matched to a wide variety of sensors

- geophones, accelerometers, or hydrophones.
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General Specifications Blastmate III
Channels Microphone and Triaxial Geophone or 4 independent user-configurable channels (two Microphones
and two Triaxial Geophones or 8 independent channels with optional 8-channel upgrade)
Vibration Monitoring (with Standard
Triaxial Geophone)
Range Up to 254 mm/s (10 in/s)
Resolution 0.127 mm/s (0.005 in/s) or 0.0159 mm/s (0.000625 in/s) with built-in preamp
Accuracy (ISEE / DIN) +/- 5% or 0.5 mm/s (0.02 in/s), whichever is larger, between 4 and 125 Hz / DIN 45669-1 standard
Transducer Density 2.13 g/cc (133 lbs/ft3)
Frequency Range (ISEE / DIN) 2 to 250 Hz, within zero to -3 dB of an ideal flat response / 1 to 315 Hz
Maximum Cable Length (ISEE / DIN) 75 m (250 ft) / 1,000 m (3,280 ft)
Air Overpressure Monitoring
Weighting Scales Linear or A-weight
Linear Range 88 to 148 dB (500 Pa (0.072 PSI) Peak)
Linear Resolution 0.25 Pa (0.0000363 PSI)
Linear Accuracy +/- 10% or +/- 1 dB, whichever is larger, between 4 and 125 Hz
Linear Frequency Response 2 to 250 Hz between -3 dB roll off points
A-weight Range 50 to 110 dBA
A-weight Resolution 0.1 dBA
Waveform Recording
Record Modes Manual, Single-shot, Continuous
Seismic Trigger 0.125 to 254 mm/s (0.005 to 10 in/s)
Acoustic Triggers
Linear 100 to 148 dB
A-weight 55 to 110 dBA
Sample Rate 1,024 to 16,384 S/s per channel (independent of record time), up to 65,536 S/s
in single-channel mode with advanced software (maximum 8,192 S/s per channel for 8 channels)
Record Stop Mode Fixed record time, Instantel® AutoRecord™ record stop mode
Record Time 1 to 100 seconds (programmable in one-second steps) or 500 seconds plus 0.25 seconds pre-trigger
AutoRecord Time Auto window programmable from 1 to 9 seconds, plus a 0.25 second pre-trigger. Event is recorded until
activity remains below trigger level for duration of auto window, or until available memory is filled.
Cycle Time Recording uninterrupted by event processing - No dead time
Storage Capacity
Full Waveform Events 300 one-second events at 1,024 S/s sample rate (1,500 event capacity with optional memory upgrade)
Event Summaries 1,750 (8,750 event capacity with optional memory upgrade)
Histogram Recording
Record Modes Histogram and Instantel Histogram Combo™ (monitor captures triggered waveforms while
recording in Histogram mode)
Recording Interval 2, 5 or 15 seconds; 1, 5 or 15 minutes
Storage Capacity 46,656 intervals - 3 days at 5-second intervals or 102 days at 15 minute intervals
(with memory upgrade - 15 days at 5-second intervals or 540 days at 15 minute intervals)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions 269 x 355 x 165 mm (10.6 x 14.0 x 6.5 in)
Weight 6.4 kg (14 lbs) 714B0053 Rev 07 – Prodcuct Specifications are Subject to Change
Battery Rechargeable 6 V sealed gel cell - capacity for 30 days of continuous monitoring
User Interface 63 domed tactile keys including full keyboard and dedicated keys for common functions
Display 4-line x 20 character, high contrast, backlit LCD with online help
Printer High resolution thermal plotter
PC Interface RS-232
Auxillary Inputs and Outputs External Trigger, Remote Alarm, coordinate download from GPS
Environmental
Printer/LCD Operating Temperature -10 to 500C (14 to 1220F)
Electronics Operating Temperature -20 to 600C (-4 to 1400F)
Remote Communications Compatible with Telephone, GSM, Cellular, RF, Satellite, Short-haul modems, and Ethernet® device servers.
Automatically transfers events when they occur through Instantel Auto Call Home™ feature.
Additional Features Monitor start/stop timer
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Explosive Data Sheets
(SDS Sheets Available Upon Request)

NONEL Lead Line
®
Technical
Information
Nonelectric Shock Tube
Properties MSDS
#1124
Net Explosive Content per 100 units 0.0044 kg

0.0097 lbs
Length
Spools / Case
m ft
762 2500 2
• Length rounded to nearest one-half meter.

• See case label for exact case weight.
Product Description
NONEL LEAD LINE is NONEL shock tube spooled at the factory in 763 meter (2,500
foot) lengths for easy application and deployment. NONEL LEAD LINE shock tube is
a small diameter, three-layer plastic tube coated on the innermost wall with a reactive
explosive compound. When initiated, NONEL shock tube propagates a low energy
signal, similar to a dust explosion, at approximately 2000 m/sec (6,500 ft/sec) along
the tube’s length with minimal disturbance to the outside of the tube. The signal is
transmitted from one NONEL shock tube to another through field-assembled splices.
NONEL LEAD LINE provides maximum flexibility to the blaster in choosing a position
of safety from which to initiate nonelectric blast rounds in either underground or
surface applications. NONEL LEAD LINE is the only NONEL product that can be cut
and spliced into a NONEL detonator product to construct a custom length nonelectric
starter assembly.
Application Recommendations
• ALWAYS splice NONEL LEAD LINE to NONEL EZTL™ nonelectric trunkline delay Hazardous Shipping Description
detonators, NONEL EZ DET® nonelectric blast initiation system, NONEL TD or Articles, Explosives, N.O.S. (HMX, Aluminum),
NONEL Starter detonators to make-up the nonelectric starter assembly when using 1.4S, UN 0349, PG II
I-28-05-02-11
See Product Disclaimer on page 2.

NONEL Lead Line
®
Technical
Information
Application Recommendations (continued) Application Recommendations (continued)
NONEL LEAD LINE as the primary initiator for NONEL blast rounds. • NEVER run over NONEL LEAD LINE with equipment. This may damage the shock
• ALWAYS trim at least 3 m [10 ft] of tubing before inserting into a nonelectric shock tube and may cause a misfire. ALWAYS replace the NONEL LEAD LINE if it is
tube starting device or whenever dirt and/or moisture may have compromised the damaged.
open tube ends before making a splice connection. • When making a nonelectric starter assembly using NONEL LEAD LINE, ALWAYS
• ALWAYS replace the plastic tube closure over the open end of any NONEL LEAD remove the plastic tube closure and save for later use. Splice two freshly-cut ends
LINE that remains on the spool and is intended to be used to make up another of NONEL shock tube together (one from the NONEL LEAD LINE and the other from
nonelectric starter assembly. the NONEL detonator) by inserting them into opposite ends of the plastic connector
• ALWAYS make the final hook-up of the nonelectric starter assembly to the blast sleeve and pushing them toward one another until they are both at least ½ cm (¼
round only after all equipment and non-essential personnel are clear of the blast in) in the splice.
area.
• ALWAYS unspool NONEL LEAD LINE by hand if the starter assembly has been Transportation, Storage and Handling
spliced to it and is attached to the blast round. • NONEL LEAD LINE must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity
• ALWAYS keep any NONEL LEAD LINE tube ends sealed and free from dirt and with all federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
moisture since dirt or moisture in the shock tube may cause a misfire. • For maximum shelf life (3 years), NONEL LEAD LINE must be stored in a cool, dry,
• NEVER use NONEL LEAD LINE for in-hole use. NONEL LEAD LINE is for use well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid using new
outside the borehole only. materials before the old. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing,
• NEVER attempt to knot different lengths of shock tube together. Shock tube will not handling and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use
initiate itself through knot connections. It must be spliced. of Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library Publications
• NEVER remove the plastic tube closure from the NONEL LEAD LINE shock tube of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.
until just before splicing.
• NEVER attach the starter assembly to the blast round until after the LEAD LINE
deployment is complete whenever NONEL LEAD LINE is to be unspooled by any
method other than by hand,
Case Dimensions
51 x 25 x 28 cm 20 x 9 ⅞ x 10 ⅞ in
Product Disclaimer Dyno Nobel Inc. and its subsidiaries disclaim any warranties with respect to this product, the safety or suitability thereof, or the results to be obtained, whether express or
implied, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR OTHER WARRANTY. Buyers and users
assume all risk, responsibility and liability whatsoever from any and all injuries (including death), losses, or damages to persons or property arising from the use of this product. Under no circumstances
shall Dyno Nobel Inc. or any of its subsidiaries be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages or for anticipated loss of profits.
Dyno Nobel Inc.

2795 East Cottonwood Parkway, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah 84121 USA
Phone 800-732-7534 Fax 801-328-6452 Web www.dynonobel.com
NONEL EZ DET 1.4B
® ®
Technical
Information
Nonelectric Blast Initiation System
Properties MSDS
#1122

0.1782 lbs
This product is only available in the United States.
Nominal Time Nominal Time Nominal Time Connector

(msec) (msec) (msec) Block Color
17 / 350 17 / 500 17 / 700 Yellow
25 / 350 25 / 500 25 / 700 Red
Product Description 42 / 350 42 / 500 42 / 700 White
NONEL® nonelectric delay detonator EZ DET® 1.4B units consist of a length of orange 25 / 375 Red
shock tube with a surface detonator attached to one end and a Standard (#8) in-hole
detonator on the other. The surface detonator is inside a color-coded plastic EZ™
Connector block to facilitate easy connections to shock tube leads. This block can
hold up to 6 shock tube leads. Easy-to-read, color-coded delay tags display the delay
number and nominal firing time prominently.
NONEL EZ DET units can be easily connected to one another to satisfy basic blast
design requirements in construction, mining, and quarry operations. They can also be
used in combination with NONEL MS, NONEL EZTL™ and/or NONEL TD detonators
to satisfy complex blast design requirements and minimize inventory of initiation
system components.
For detailed application recommendations, ALWAYS request a copy of Dyno Nobel’s
Product Manual: NONEL® and PRIMACORD® from your Dyno Nobel representative. Hazardous Shipping Description
•A
LWAYS select a NONEL EZ DET unit having more than enough tubing length to Detonator assemblies nonelectric,
extend from the planned primer location in the borehole to the collar of the next hole. 1.4B, UN 0361 PG II
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NONEL EZ DET 1.4B
® ®
Technical
Information
Application Recommendations (continued) Packaging
•A
LWAYS protect the plastic EZ Connector block and all shock tube leads from impact
or damage during the loading and stemming operations. Use care when placing Length Quantity / Case
blasting mats and cover material on top of the blasting circuit. The EZ Connector Case Type
m ft case subpack
block contains a detonator and is subject to detonation caused by abuse such as
impact. Shock tube which has been cut, ruptured or damaged may cause misfires. 3.5 12 D 180 90
•A
LWAYS be sure that the shock tube(s) are securely inserted, one at a time, into the 4.5 16 D 120 60
EZ Connector block. The head of the EZ Connector block should rise to accept the 7 24 D 120 60
shock tube and return to a closed position with an audible click.
9 30 D 80 40
•A
LWAYS ensure that individual shock tubes remain aligned side by side in the
connector channel and do not cross one over the another on insertion. 12 40 D 60 30
•N
EVER use NONEL EZ DET units with detonating cord. The low strength surface 15 50 D 60 30
detonator will not initiate detonating cord and may cause misfires. 18 60 D 50 25
•N
EVER attempt to disassemble the delay detonator from the plastic EZ Connector
24 80 DC 50 --
block or use the detonator without the connector.
•N
EVER place more than 6 shock tube leads into the plastic EZ Connector block. 30 100 DC 40 --
Misfires may result. 37 120 DC 30 --
•N
EVER pull, stretch, kink or put tension on shock tube such that the tube could
break. • Length rounded to nearest one-half meter.
• Case weight varies by length & delay; see case label for exact weight.
•N
EVER splice NONEL EZ DET shock tube together to extend between holes.
•N
EVER connect NONEL EZ DET units together until all holes have been primed,
loaded and stemmed and the blast site has been cleared.
Note: This product is also available with a High Strength cap. For more
Transportation, Storage and Handling information, please contact your local Dyno Nobel sales representative.
• NONEL EZ DET must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with
all federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
• For maximum shelf life (3 years), NONEL EZ DET must be stored in a cool, dry,
well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid using new
materials before the old. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing, Case Dimensions
handling and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use Detpak Case (DC) 48 x 45 x 26 cm 18¾ x 17¾ x 10¼ in
of Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library Publications Detpak (D)
of the Institute of Makers of Explosives subpack 44 x 22 x 25 cm 17 ½ x 8 ¾ x 10 in
strapped case 44 x 45 x 25 cm 17 ½ x 17 ⅝ x 10 in
Dyno Nobel Inc.

NONEL EZTL™
®
Technical
Information
Nonelectric Trunkline Delay Detonators
Properties MSDS
#1122

0.0529 lbs
Delay Time
Connector Block Color
(msec)
9 Green
17 Yellow
25 Red
33 Green
Product Description
NONEL® nonelectric delay detonator EZTL™ units consist of a length of yellow shock 42 White
tube, with a surface detonator attached to one end and the other end sealed. The 67 Blue
detonator is housed in a plastic EZ Connector block which facilitates easy connection 100 Black
to shock tube. A white J-hook is affixed near the sealed end. Easy-to-read, color-
109 Black
coded delay tags display the delay number and nominal firing time prominently.

EZTL detonators are designed for use with NONEL MS and EZ DET® units to provide
effective and accurate surface timing between blastholes and/or rows of blastholes in
surface and underground blasting designs.
For detailed application recommendations, ALWAYS request a copy of Dyno Nobel’s
Product Manual: NONEL® and PRIMACORD® from your Dyno Nobel representative.
•A
LWAYS be sure that the shock tube(s) are securely inserted, one at a time, into the
plastic EZ connector. The head of the connector block should rise to accept the tube,
and return to a closed position with an audible click. Hazardous Shipping Description
•A
LWAYS ensure that the individual shock tubes remain aligned side by side in the Detonator assemblies nonelectric,
EZ connector channel and do not cross over one another during insertion. 1.4B, UN 0361 PG II
•A
LWAYS protect the plastic EZ connector and all shock tube leads from impact or
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NONEL EZTL™
®
Technical
Information
damage. Use care when placing blasting mats and cover material on top of the
blasting circuit. The EZ connector contains a detonator and is subject to detonation Length Quantity / Case
caused by abuse such as impact. Shock tube which has been cut, ruptured or Case Type
m ft case subpack
damaged may cause misfires.
•N
EVER use NONEL EZTL detonators with detonating cord. The low strength surface 2.5 10 D 180 90
detonator will not initiate detonating cord. 3.5 12 D 180 90
•N
EVER attempt to disassemble the delay detonator from the EZ connector block or 6 20 D 150 75
use the detonator without the connector. 9 30 D 120 60
•N
EVER place more than 6 shock tube leads into an EZ connector block. Misfires
12 40 D 100 50
may result.
•N
EVER tie-in NONEL EZTL units until all holes have been primed, loaded, stemmed 15 50 D 90 45
and the blast site has been cleared. 18 60 D 70 35
• Length rounded to nearest one-half meter.

Transportation, Storage and Handling
• NONEL EZTL must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with all • Case weight varies by length & delay; see case label for exact weight.
federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
• For maximum shelf life (3 years), NONEL EZTL must be stored in a cool, dry, well
ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid using new
materials before the old. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing,
handling and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use
of Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library Publications
of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.
Case Dimensions
Detpak (D)
subpack 44 x 22 x 25 cm 17½ x 8¾ x 10 in
strapped case 44 x 45 x 25 cm 17½ x 17⅝ x 10 in
Dyno Nobel Inc.

TROJAN® SPARTAN® SR™ Technical
Information
Shock Resistant Cast Booster
Properties MSDS
#1108
Density (g/cc) Avg 1.65

Velocity (m/sec) 7,550
(ft/s) 24,800
Detonation Pressure (Kbars) 235
Water Resistance 6 months with no loss of sensitivity
Shelf Life Maximum 5 years (from date of production)
Maximum Usage Temperature 65°C (150°F)
All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values except Velocity and Detonation Pressure
are calculated using PRODET™ the computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its
exclusive use. Other computer codes may give different values.
Product Description
Velocity and Detonation Pressure are the result of empirical methods during May 2009.
TROJAN SPARTAN SR cast boosters are detonator sensitive, high density, high
energy molecular explosives available in three sizes designed to optimize initiatiion of IMPORTANT!!! WARNING!!!!! IMPORTANT!!!!!
all booster detonator sensitive explosives.
NEVER USE A DETONATOR LESS THAN
In addition to the internal through-tunnel and detonator well, the TROJAN SPARTAN 8.89 CM / 3.5 in LONG WITH THE
SR (Shock Resistant) cast booster has an internal sleeve to protect the circuit board in TROJAN SPARTAN SR CAST BOOSTER.
electronc detonators and is designed specifically for use with Dyno Nobel’s DigiShot®, MISFIRES MAY RESULT.
DigiShot Plus and SmartShot® electronic detonators. The Trojan Spartan SR can,
however, also be used with any detonator (minimum length = 8.89 cm / 3.5 in) that Product Description continued
may require additional protection from high shock, water hammer, effects during TROJAN SPARTAN SR cast boosters are formulated from the highest quality
decking, corner operations or in certain geologies PETN and other high explosive materials ensuring reliability, consistency and
durability in all blasting environments.
The TROJAN SPARTAN SR (Shock Resistant ) cast booster also incorporates the The fluorescent yellow container makes the TROJAN SPARTAN booster more
unique Caplock™ feature which holds the detonator in place more securely and visible on the blast site and reduces the possibility of misplaced charges.
makes it more difficult for the detonator to be pulled out of capwell position while it is
being lowered into the borehole. Even with this new Caplock feature, the detonator Hazardous Shipping Description
can still be removed if necessary. UN 0042 Boosters, 1.1D PG II
C-13-10-17-11

TROJAN® SPARTAN® SR™ Technical
Information
Application Recommendations Packaging
• NEVER force the detonator into the through-tunnel, the detonator-well or otherwise
attempt to clear these areas if obstructed. If the through-tunnel or detonator-well
does not accommodate the detonator, do not use the booster. Notify your Dyno Gross Weight/
Unit Weight Unit Dimensions
Nobel representative. Case Case
• ALWAYS use a detonator with a minimum length of 8.89 cm (3.5 in). The detonator Quantity
well length is 10.2 cm (4.0 in). Length Diameter
g oz kg lbs
• Extremely low temperatures do not affect the performance of cast boosters with cm in cm in
commercial detonators. Low temperatures do affect detonators and detonating 350 12 11.9 4.7 5.0 2.0 49 16.9 39.5
cord. Be certain your initiation system is suitable for your application in extremely
400 14 11.9 4.7 5.5 2.2 40 16.7 36.8
low temperatures. Cast boosters are more susceptible to breakage during handling
in extremely cold temperatures. 450 16 11.9 4.7 5.8 2.3 36 16.9 37.3
Transportation, Storage and Handling Note: All weights and dimensions are approximate.
• Dyno Nobel cast boosters must be transported, stored, handled and used in
conformity with all federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
• For maximum shelf life (5 years), Dyno Nobel cast boosters must be stored in a
cool, dry, well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid
using new materials before the old.
Case Dimensions
42 x 33 x 14 cm 16 ½ x 13 x 5 ½ in
Dyno Nobel Inc.

TROJAN SPARTAN® Technical
Information
Cast Booster MSDS
Properties #1108

Velocity (m/sec) 7,550
(ft/s) 24,800
Detonation Pressure (Kbars) 235
Water Resistance 6 months with no loss of sensitivity
Shelf Life Maximum 5 years (from date of production)
Maximum Usage Temperature 60°C (150°F)
Product Description All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values except Velocity and Detonation Pressure
TROJAN SPARTAN cast boosters are detonator sensitive, high density, high energy DUHFDOFXODWHGXVLQJ352'(7WKHFRPSXWHUFRGHGHYHORSHGE\'\QR1REHO,QFIRULWV
molecular explosives avaliable in various sizes designed to optimize initiation of all exclusive use. Other computer codes may give different values.
booster sensitive explosives. All TROJAN SPARTAN boosters are manufactured
Velocity and Detonation Pressure are the result of empirical methods during May 2009.
with an internal through-tunnel and detonator well for easy application with either
electric, electronic or nonelectric detonators or 10.6 g/m (50 gr/ft) minimum strength
detonating cord.
TROJAN SPARTAN boosters are formulated from the highest quality PETN and other
high explosive materials ensuring reliability, consistency and durability in all blasting
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SPARTAN booster more visible on the blast site (as well as in low light situations) and
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pulled out of the capwell position while it is being lowered into the borehole.
NEVER force the detonator into the through-tunnel, the detonator-well or otherwise
attempt to clear these areas if obstructed. If the through-tunnel or detonator-well
does not accommodate the detonator, do not use the booster. Notify your Dyno Hazardous Shipping Description
Nobel representative. UN 0042 Boosters, 1.1D PG II
C-07-10-05-12
TROJAN® SPARTAN® Technical
Information
ALWAYS use detonating cord with a coreload of 10.6 g/m (50 gr/ft) or higher when
initiating the TROJAN SPARTAN booster with detonating cord.
Minimum detonator is No. 8 strength for temperatures above -40º C (-40º F). A high Unit Weight Unit Dimensions
Gross Weight/
strength detonator is recommended for temperatures below -40º C (-40º F). Case Case
Extremely low temperatures do not affect the performance of cast boosters with Quantity
commercial detonators. Low temperatures do affect detonators and detonating Length Diameter
g oz NJ lbs
cord. Be certain your initiation system is suitable for your application in extremely cm in cm in
ORZWHPSHUDWXUHV&DVWERRVWHUVDUHPRUHVXVFHSWLEOHWREUHDNDJHGXULQJKDQGOLQJ 90 3.2 11.9 4.7 2.7 1.1 150 14.0 30.8
in extremely cold temperatures.
150 5.5 11.9 4.7 3.6 1.4 95 16.7 36.7
Transportation, Storage and Handling 200 7 11.7 4.6 4.1 1.6 72 16.5 36.4
Dyno Nobel cast boosters must be transported, stored, handled and used in 350 12 11.9 4.7 5.0 2.0 49 17.9 39.5
conformity with all federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. 400 14 11.9 4.7 5.5 2.2 40 17.6 38.8
For maximum shelf life (5 years), Dyno Nobel cast boosters must be stored in a
cool, dry, well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid 450 16 11.9 4.7 5.8 2.3 36 17.8 39.2
using new materials before the old. 900 32 12.9 5.1 7.9 3.1 18 17.8 39.2
Note: All weights and dimensions are approximate.
Case Dimensions
42 x 33 x 14 cm 16 ½ x 13 x 5 ½ in
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Dyno Nobel Inc.

DYNOMAX™ PRO Technical
Information
Extra Gelatin Nitroglycerin Dynamite
Properties MSDS
#1019
Density JFF$YJ

Energya FDOJ
FDOFF
Relative Weight Strengtha 1.20
Relative Bulk Strengtha,b 2.10
Velocityc PV
Product Description IWV
DYNOMAX PRO is desensitized extra gelatin dynamite designed to satisfy the Detonation Pressure .EDUV
c

majority of explosive application requirements. DYNOMAX PRO is formulated to
Gas Volumea PROHVNJ
consistently deliver high detonation velocity and excellent water resistance while
reducing cartridge to cartridge gap sensitivity and hole-to-hole propagation problems. Water Resistance Excellent
DYNOMAX PRO is recommended for bottom loading and as the main explosive Fume Classd IME1
charge where high density and energy is required. DYNOMAX PRO is recommended
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Application Recommendations a
All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the
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b
secondary primer in hard seams or at the top of the explosive column. ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc
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'<120$; 352 KDV EHHQ IRUPXODWHG WR UHGXFH VXVFHSWLELOLW\ WR V\PSDWKHWLF Natural Resources Canada Fume Class approvals pending.
detonation when applied in very wet conditions where boreholes are closely spaced
and/or where geological conditions promote this effect. Consult your Dyno Nobel
representative for product recommendations where these conditions exist.
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the performance of DYNOMAX PRO depending on the diameter. Consult your Dyno Hazardous Shipping Description
Nobel representative for specific recommendations. Explosive, Blasting, Type A 1.1D UN 0081 II
D-14-05-11-12
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DYNOMAX™ PRO Technical
Information
Transportation, Storage and Handling Packaging

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Nominal Case
well-ventilated magazines. Explosive inventory should always be rotated by using 'LDPHWHU[/HQJWK Case
Qty / Case :HLJKW
the oldest materials first. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing, Type
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all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. [ 1 / x8
1 2 DA 20
[ 2x8 DB 20
[a [a DB 20
[ a
2 1/2[a 10 DB
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Avaliable in spiral tube shell with tapered end. Note: All weights are approximate.
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determine actual explosive charge weight.
DYNOMAX PRO is available in a wide variety of sizes. Custom sizes are subject to surcharge and
may require longer than usual lead times.
Case Dimensions
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Dyno Nobel Inc.

UNIMAX® Technical
Information
Extra Gelatin Nitroglycerin Dynamite
Properties MSDS
#1019

Energy (cal/g)
a
1,055
(cal/cc) 1,510
Relative Weight Strength 1.20
a
Relative Bulk Strengtha,b 2.10

Velocityc (m/s) 5,300
(ft/s) 17,400
Product Description Detonation Pressure (Kbars)
c
106
UNIMAX is an extra gelatin dynamite formulated to consistently deliver high detonation Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 32
velocity and excellent water resistance. UNIMAX is designed to satisfy the vast
majority of explosive applications in hard rock and may be used as the main explosive Water Resistance Excellent
charge where high density and energy is required or as a primer for ANFO. Fume Class IME1 & NRCan1d
• UNIMAX is an excellent primer for Dynomix (ANFO), Dynomix-WR (WR ANFO) or a
other detonator sensitive packaged product and can be used as a secondary primer computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer codes
in hard seams or at the top of the explosive column. may give different values.
• Minimum diameter is 25 mm (1 in). b
ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc
• Minimum detonator is No. 8 strength. c
Unconfined @ 50 mm (2 in) diameter.
• Storage at elevated temperatures and/or high humidity for 1 to 6 months can reduce d
Approved by Natural Resources Canada as Fume Class 1.
the performance of Unimax depending on the diameter. Consult your Dyno Nobel
representative for specific recommendations.
• Dynamites are susceptible to sympathetic detonation when applied in very wet
conditions where boreholes are closely spaced and/or where geological conditions
promote this effect. Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for recommendations
where these conditions exist.
Hazardous Shipping Description

Explosive, Blasting, Type A, 1.1D, UN 0081 II
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UNIMAX® Technical
Information
Nominal Case
Transportation, Storage and Handling Diameter x Length Quantity / Case Weight
• UNIMAX must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with all Case Type
mm in kg lbs
applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
• For maximum shelf-life, dynamite must be stored in cool, dry and well-ventilated 25 x 200 1x8 140 DA 20.4 44.8
magazines. Dynamite inventory should always be rotated by using the oldest 32 x 200 1 1/4 x 8 88 DA 20.0 44.0
materials first. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing, handling
32 x 400 1 / x 16
1 4 44 DA 20.0 44.0
and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use of
Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library Publications of 40 x 200 1 / x8
1 2 60 DA 19.4 42.6
the Institute of Makers of Explosives. 40 x 400 1 / x 16
1 2 30 DA 20.5 45.0
50 x 200 2x8 34 DB 19.3 42.5
50 x 400 a
2 x 16 a
17 DB 19.3 42.5
60 x 400 a
2 / x 16
1 4 a
13 DA 18.1 39.8
65 x 400 a
2 / x 16
1 2 a
10 DB 18.6 41.0
75 x 200 3x8 16 DE 19.9 43.7
75 x 400 a
3 x 16 a
8 DE 20.4 44.8
a
Avaliable in spiral tube shell with tapered end.
• Note: all weights are approximate.
• Product density is 1.50 g/cc for package diameters less than 50 mm (2 in). Use cartridge count
to determine actual explosive charge weight.
• UNIMAX is available in a wide variety of sizes. Custom sizes are subject to surcharge and may
require longer than usual lead times.
Case Dimensions **Available upon request. Check with your Dyno Nobel representative should you have any questions.
DA 45 x 34 x 17 cm 17¾ x 13⅜ x 6⅜ in
DB 45 x 34 x 15 cm 17⅞ x 13⅜ x 5⅞ in
DE 45 X 34 X 17 cm 17⅝ x 13 5/16 x 6¾ in
Dyno Nobel Inc.

BLASTEX® Technical
Information
Small & Large Diameter
Properties
MSDS
#1063
Cast Booster Sensitive Emulsion
BLASTEX BLASTEX PLUS
Density (g/cc) Avg 1.26 1.26
Energya (cal/g) 740 800
(cal/cc) 930 1,010
Relative Weight Strengtha 0.84 0.91
a,b
Product Description Relative Bulk Strength 1.29 1.40
BLASTEX is a booster sensitive, water resistant, packaged emulsion explosive Velocityc (m/s) 5,000 4,900
designed to satisfy a majority of medium diameter explosive applications for quarry
and construction blasting. It is a cost effective alternative to most detonator sensitive, (ft/s) 16,400 16,100
water resistant, packaged emulsion explosives. BLASTEX is available in two grades Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 79 76
with increasing energy level for each. a
Gas Volume (moles/kg) 44 39
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3DFNDJHGLDPHWHUDQGW\SHDIIHFWSURGXFWGHQVLW\8VHFDUWULGJHFRXQWWRGHWHUPLQH Shelf Life Maximum 1 year (from date of production)
actual explosive charge weight. Maximum Water Depth 45 m (150 ft)
(QVXUHFRQWLQXRXVFROXPQORDGLQJ)RUFROXPQOHQJWKVLQH[FHVVRIPIWRU Water Resistance Excellent
whenever column separation is suspected, multiple priming is recommended.
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order or fail completely when applied in very wet conditions, where explosive charges computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer
or decks are closely spaced and/or where geological conditions promote this effect. codes may give different values.
Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for alternate product recommendations b
ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc
when these conditions exist. c
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ALWAYS use a cast booster as a primer for BLASTEX to ensure maximum d
Approved by Natural Resources Canada as Fume Class 1 in:
performance. *valeron chub 50 mm (2 in) diameter and greater
ALWAYS use a 340 g (12 oz) or larger cast booster at internal product temperatures *shot bag 125 mm (5 in) diameter and greater
higher than -18º C (0º F). At internal product temperatures below -18º C (0º F) and
higher than -34º C (-30º F) use a 454 g (16 oz) or larger cast booster.
NEVER use BLASTEX at internal product temperatures below -34º C (-30º F). At
internal product temperatures below -34º C (-30º F), adequate product warm-up
time must be allowed after loading into boreholes and before initiation. Hazardous Shipping Description
8VHZLWKGHWRQDWLQJFRUGLVQRWUHFRPPHQGHG Explosive, Blasting, Type E, 1.5D, UN 0332 II
P-10-09-09-13

BLASTEX® Technical
Information
Transportation, Storage and Handling Packaging Details

%/$67(;DQG%/$67(;3/86PXVWEHWUDQVSRUWHGVWRUHGKDQGOHGDQGXVHGLQ Package diameter and type affect product density. Use cartridge count to
conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. determine actual explosive charge weight.
3DFNDJHGHPXOVLRQVKDYHDVKHOIOLIHRIRQH\HDUZKHQVWRUHGDWWHPSHUDWXUHV All weights are approximate.
between -18º C and 38º C (0º F and 100º F). Explosive inventory should be rotated. BLASTEX and BLASTEX PLUS are available in a wide variety of sizes.
Avoid using new materials before the old. For recommended good practices in Custom sizes are subject to surcharge and may require longer than usual lead
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Library Publications of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.
Packaging = Chub
Pallet Net Explosive

Diameter x Length Blastex Case Case Weight
Blastex Box Weight / Chub
Plus Quantity
mm in Quantity kg lbs kg lbs
50 x 400 2 x 16 18 N/A 18.0 40 1.00 2.20
57 x 400 2¼ x 16 14 N/A 17.7 39 1.26 2.78
65 x 400 2½ x 16 12 N/A 18.1 40 1.51 3.33
65 x 862 2½ x 34 N/A 250 909 2,000 3.63 8.00
70 x 400 2¾ x 16 9 N/A 17.3 38 1.92 4.23
70 x 862 2¾ x 34 N/A 222 908 1,998 4.09 9.00
75 x 400 3 x 16 8 N/A 18.2 40 2.27 5.00
75 x 862 3 x 34 N/A 200 909 2,000 4.54 10.00
89 x 400 3½ x 16 6 N/A 16.7 37 2.77 6.11
Case Dimensions
44 x 35 x 20 cm 17.25 x 13.875 x 7.875 in
Dyno Nobel Inc.

Safety Data Sheet
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Setting Earth Shattering Standards
Since 1966
SECTION 1 – IDENTIFICATION
SheeSheet
Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Date: 03/16/2018
Maine Drilling & Blasting Supersedes: 08/24/2015 & 09/2005
88 Gold Ledge Ave,
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: (207) 582-2338 Toll Free: (800) 370-2338

Product Identifier
Product Form: Mixture
Product Name: 1966 Emulsion Blend
Other Means of Identification
Product Class: Emulsion
Trade Names:
1966 Emulsion Blend
Intended Use of the Product

Industrial applications
Emergency Telephone Numbers: DAY: 603-647-0299
FOR 24 HOUR EMERGENCY, CALL CHEMTREC (USA) 800-424-9300
CANUTEC (CANADA) 613-996-6666
SECTION 2 – HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Classification (GHS-US)
Expl. 1.5 H205
Eye Irrit. 2A H319
Carc. 2 H351
STOT RE 2 H373
Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
Hazard Pictograms (GHS-US) :
GHS07 GHS08
Signal Word (GHS-US) : Danger

Hazard Statements (GHS-US) : H205 - May mass explode in fire.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H351 – Contains materials suspected of causing cancer.
H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated
exposure.
Precautionary Statements (GHS-US) : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
understood.
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks. - No
smoking.
P220 - Keep/Store away from combustible materials.
P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustible materials.
SDS Date: 03/16/2018 Page 1 of 9

Safety Data Sheet
ssssSSherrSheetS P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Consult
manufacturer for detailed guidance on appropriate grounding/bonding.
SheeSheet P260 - Do not breathe dust, mist, vapors.

P264 - Wash hands, forearms and exposed areas thoroughly after handling.
P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves.
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308+P313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P314 - Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P370+P378 - In case of fire: Do NOT attempt to fight fire.
P370+P380 - In case of fire: Evacuate area.
P372 - Explosion risk in case of fire.
P373 - DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives.
P401 - Store as defined in the Explosives Act of Canada and the provisions
of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms regulations contained in 27
CFR Part 555..
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional,
national, territorial, provincial, and international regulations.
SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Mixture
Name Product identifier % (w/w) Ingredient Classification (GHS-US)
Ammonium nitrate (CAS No) 6484-52-2 65 - 90 Ox. Sol. 3, H272
Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
Fuel oil / mineral oil blend (CAS No) 68476-30-2 3-9 Flam. Liq. 3, H226
Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation:dust,mist), H332
Skin Irrit. 2, H315
Carc. 2, H351
STOT RE 2, H373
Asp. Tox. 1, H304
Aquatic Acute 3, H402
Aquatic Chronic 2, H411
Polymeric Surfactant NA 0.5 – 2 Not available
More than one of the ranges of concentration prescribed by Controlled Products Regulations has been used where
necessary, due to varying composition.
Ingredients, other than those mentioned above, as used in this product are not hazardous as defined under current
Department of Labor regulations, or are present in deminimus concentrations (less than 0.1% for carcinogens, less than
1.0% for other hazardous materials).
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of First Aid Measures
General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label
where possible).
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Obtain medical attention if
breathing difficulty persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

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Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
SheeSheet
General: May cause serious eye irritation. Contains material suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs
through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Eye Contact: May cause serious eye irritation.
Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: Contains material suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs through prolonged
or repeated exposure.
Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If ingested, causes methemoglobenemia – emergency
response should treat appropriately, such as by intravenous administration of methylene blue.
SECTION 5 - FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: DO NOT FIGHT FIRES INVOLVING EXPLOSIVES.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not attempt to fight fires involving explosive materials. Evacuate all personnel to a
predetermined safe location, no less than 2,500 feet in all directions.
Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Can explode or detonate under fire conditions. Burning material may produce toxic vapors.
Explosion Hazard: Explosion risk in case of fire. This product is an explosive with mass detonation hazard. Heat may
build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries.
Reactivity: Stable under normal conditions. May explode when subjected to fire, supersonic shock or high-energy
projectile impact, especially when confined or in large quantities.
Advice for Firefighters
Firefighting Instructions: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIGHT FIRES INVOLVING EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS. Evacuate all
personnel to a predetermined safe location, no less than 2,500 feet in all directions. Can explode or detonate under fire
conditions. Burning material may produce toxic vapors.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to section 9 for flammability properties.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Avoid breathing (vapor, mist, dust).
For Non-Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
For Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Stop release if safe to do so. Eliminate ignition sources. Ventilate area.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.
Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain any spills with dikes to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. Do not use
combustible absorbents and do not mix with other materials.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Collect spillage for possible reuse. Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste in
accordance with appropriate Federal, State and local regulations.
Reference to Other Sections
See heading 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

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SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
SheeSheet
Precautions for Safe Handling
General: It is recommended that users of explosives material be familiar with the Institute of Makers of Explosives Safety
Library publications. Comply with the safety library publication No. 4 “Warnings and Instructions” as adopted by the
Institute of Makers of Explosives.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and
forearms thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Contact manufacturer for appropriate grounding/bonding guidance. Comply with applicable
regulations.
Storage Conditions: Store as defined in the Explosives Act of Canada and the provisions of the Bureau of Alcohol,
Tobacco and Firearms regulations contained in 27 CFR Part 555. Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Keep/Store away from direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, heat sources, ignition sources. Keep container
closed when not in use. Store locked up.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizers. Zinc. Copper and its alloys. Organic materials.
Combustible materials.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control Parameters
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer,
supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)
USA ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 100 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction and vapor, as total
hydrocarbons) 8 h (skin)
USA ACGIH ACGIH chemical category Skin - potential significant contribution to overall
exposure by the cutaneous route, Confirmed Animal
Carcinogen with Unknown Relevance to Humans
Exposure Controls
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Ventilation System: Indoors: A system of local and / or general exhaust is
recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally
preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general
work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most
recent edition, for details. Use explosion-proof equipment. / Outdoors: Work upwind.
Personal Protective Equipment: Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): A respirator is not needed under normal and
intended conditions of use. If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, use a mask with
an organic vapor cartridge or positive pressure air supplied (SCBA) unit. Breathing air quality must meet the requirements
of the OSHA respiratory protection standard (29CFR1910.134).
Skin Protection: Gloves and additional protection including impervious boots, apron, or coveralls, as needed in areas of
unusual exposure - Neoprene, PVC.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles and / or a full face shield where splashing is possible.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking
and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially
contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are
close to the workstation location.

Safety Data Sheet
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SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
SheeSheet
Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State : Solid
: White to tan colored thick cream. If aluminim is present, gray metal
particles will be visible. If ammonium nitrate prill is present, white to
tan colored granules will be visible.
Odor : Slight odor of fuel oil
Odor Threshold : Not available
pH : Not available
Evaporation Rate : Not available
Melting Point : Not available
Freezing Point : Not available
Boiling Point : Not available
Flash Point : 165 °F (74 °C) (PMCC)
Auto-ignition Temperature : Not available
Decomposition Temperature : Not available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not available
Lower Flammable Limit : Not available
Upper Flammable Limit : Not available
Vapor Pressure : Not available
Relative Vapor Density at 20 °C : Not available
Density : Not available
Specific Gravity : 1.20 – 1.30
Solubility : Not available
Partition Coefficient: N-Octanol/Water : Not available
Viscosity : Not available
Explosive properties : Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard
Explosion Data – Sensitivity to Mechanical : Not expected to present an explosion hazard due to mechanical
Impact impact.
Explosion Data – Sensitivity to Static : Not expected to present an explosion hazard due to static discharge.
Discharge
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. May accelerate the burning of other combustible materials. Contact with
organic material or combustible material may cause an explosive situation.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7). May explode when
subjected to fire, supersonic shock or high-energy projectile impact, especially when confined or in large quantities.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid temperatures above (212°F (100°C).
Incompatible Materials: Avoid all contamination, especially peroxides and chlorates. Alkaline contamination may
liberate ammonia fumes.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Gaseous nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides: Toxic decomposition products
including carbon monoxide (CO) may migrate to off blast-site areas.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on Toxicological Effects - Product
Acute Toxicity: Not classified
LD50 and LC50 Data: Not available

Safety Data Sheet
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Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation.
SheeSheet
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Teratogenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Contains an ingredient suspected of causing cancer.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated
exposure.
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause serious eye irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects. Overexposure to this
material may result in methemoglobinemia. Methemoglobinemia decreases the blood's ability to carry oxygen and results
in symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, shortness of breath, blue skin and lips, rapid heart rate,
unconsciousness, and possibly death.
Chronic Symptoms: Contains an ingredient suspected of causing cancer. May cause damage to organs through
prolonged or repeated exposure.
Information on Toxicological Effects - Ingredient(s)
LD50 and LC50 Data:
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)
LD50 Oral Rat 18.7 - 24.9 ml/kg
LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 4300 mg/kg
ATE US (dust, mist) 3.60 mg/l/4h
Ammonium nitrate (6484-52-2)
LD50 Oral Rat 2217 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation Rat > 88.8 mg/l/4h
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Ecology - General: This material is hazardous to the aquatic environment. Keep out of sewers and waterways.
Ecology - Water: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)

LC50 Fish 1 57 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas [flow-through])
Persistence and Degradability Not available
Bioaccumulative Potential
BCF fish 1 (no bioaccumulation expected)
Log Pow -3.1 (at 25 °C)
Mobility in Soil Not available
Other Adverse Effects
Other Information: Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Treatment Methods: Uncontaminated and contaminated material may be placed in large diameter boreholes and
detonated so that the explosive energy is utilized as originally intended. Dispose of under direct supervision of a qualified
person according to local, state and federal regulations. Call Maine Drilling & Blasting Safety and Compliance

Safety Data Sheet
ssssSSherrSheetS
Department for recommendations and assistance.
SheeSheet
Additional Considerations: This material may become a hazardous waste under certain conditions and must be
collected, labeled and disposed of per state and federal hazardous waste regulations.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

In Accordance with DOT
Proper Shipping Name : EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E (AGENT, BLASTING, TYPE E)
Hazard Class : 1.5D
Identification Number : NA0332
Label Codes : 1.5D
Packing Group : II
ERG Number : 140
In Accordance with IMDG
Proper Shipping Name : EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E (AGENT, BLASTING, TYPE E)
Hazard Class : 1
Identification Number : UN0332
Label Codes : 1.5D
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-B
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-Y
In Accordance with IATA
Proper Shipping Name : AGENT, BLASTING TYPE E
Hazard Class : 1
Label Codes : 1.5D
ERG Code (IATA) : 1L
In Accordance with TDG
Proper Shipping Name : EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, TYPE E
Packing Group : II
Hazard Class : 1.5D
Label Codes : 1.5D
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

US Federal Regulations
MDB Blend 1966
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard
Delayed (chronic) health hazard
Sudden release of pressure hazard
Fire hazard
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 313 - Emission Reporting 1.0 %

Safety Data Sheet
US State Regulations ssssSSherrSheetS
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)
SheeSheet
U.S. - New Hampshire - Regulated Toxic Air Pollutants - Ambient Air Levels (AALs) - 24-Hour
U.S. - New Hampshire - Regulated Toxic Air Pollutants - Ambient Air Levels (AALs) - Annual
U.S. - New Jersey - Discharge Prevention - List of Hazardous Substances
U.S. - New Jersey - Environmental Hazardous Substances List
RTK - U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - California - Safer Consumer Products - Initial List of Candidate Chemicals and Chemical Groups
U.S. - Texas - Effects Screening Levels - Long Term
U.S. - Texas - Effects Screening Levels - Short Term
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
Canadian Regulations 1966 Emulsion Blend

WHMIS Classication Note: Explosives are not regulated under WHMIS. They are subject to the regulations
of the Explosives Act of Canada.
Canadian Regulations MDB Blend 1966

WHMIS Classication Note: Explosives are not regulated under WHMIS. They are subject to the regulations
of the Explosives Act of Canada.
Fuels, diesel, no. 2 (68476-30-2)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
WHMIS Classification Class B Division 3 - Combustible Liquid
Class D Division 2 Subdivision A - Very toxic material causing other toxic effects
Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects
Class D Division 1 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing immediate and serious toxic
effects
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
WHMIS Classification Class C - Oxidizing Material
Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects
WHMIS Classification Class B Division 6 - Reactive Flammable Material
Class B Division 4 - Flammable Solid

Safety Data Sheet
ssssSSherrSheetS
Revision Date
Other Information
SheeSheet
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
: 08/24/2015
: This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Party Responsible for the Preparation of This Document
Maine Drilling & Blasting

88 Gold Ledge Ave
Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: (603) 647-0299 Toll Free: (800) 370-0299
Disclaimer
Maine Drilling & Blasting and its subsidiaries disclaim any warranties with respect to this product, the safety or suitability thereof, the information
contained herein, or the results to be obtained, whether express or implied, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR OTHER WARRANTY. The information contained herein is provided for
reference purposes only and is intended only for persons having relevant technical skills. Because conditions and manner of use are outside of our
control, the user is responsible for determining the conditions of safe use of the product. Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability
whatsoever from any and all injuries (including death), losses, or damages to persons or property arising from the use of this product or information.
Under no circumstances shall either Maine Drilling & Blasting or any of its subsidiaries be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages or for
anticipated loss of profits.

USBM Appendix B Alternative Blasting Level Criteria

RI 8507 APPENDIX B. -- ALTERNATE BLASTING LEVEL
CRITERIA
10
0.5 in/s Plaster

PARTICLE VELOCITY, in/sec
0.75 in/s Drywall 2 in/s
1 0.75 0.008 in
0.5
0.03 in
0.1
1 10 100
FREQUENCY, Hz
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Nordic Aquafarms, Inc.

Date: April 18, 2019

Prepared By: Brett Doyon

Maine Drilling & Blasting, Inc. Divisional Offices

Setting Earth-Shattering Standards Since 1966 • An Equal Opportunity Employer

Blast Area Security and Warning Signals

Licenses and Permits

Blast Vibration & Air-Blast

Typical Blast Design

Setting Earth-Shattering Standards Since 1966 • www.mainedrilling.com

Pre-Blast Surveys / Notifications

8. Blasting mats shall be used as necessary to cover blasts.

Setting Earth-Shattering Standards Since 1966 • www.mainedrilling.com

Blast Security and Warning Whistles

3 Audible Signal Pulses - 5 Minutes to Blast

2 Audible Signal Pulses - 1 Minute to Blast

1 Audible Signal Pulses - All Clear

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2. Be capable of using mature judgment in all situations.

3. Be of good physical condition and not addicted to intoxicants, narcotics, or other

Licenses and Permits

Blast Vibration & Air-Blast

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Ground Vibration peak particle velocity limits shall not exceed:

Distance from the Blast (ft.) Max PPV

Typical Blast Design

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50.0' BUILDING SETBACK

REV DESCRIPTION DATE

E S ISSUED FOR PERMIT - DRAFT E

SITE CONTEXT PLAN

W5 S9 Water Treatment and

Pump station approx. 1,600 SF

APENDIX A. - Blast Design Plan: Loaded Hole Depth - Diameter - Product

Blast Plan Notes:

Vibration Prediction (formula based on Dupont Handbook)

Site Factor (k) : 160 Ground Constant based on Site/Rock Conidtions

Scaled Distance (sd) 22.69 ( sd = d/ square root of w)

Estimated PPV 1.08 ( ppv = k * sd ^ -1.6)

0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300

APENDIX A. - Blast Design Plan: Loaded Hole Depth - Diameter - Product

Blast Plan Notes:

Vibration Prediction (formula based on Dupont Handbook)

Site Factor (k) : 160 Ground Constant based on Site/Rock Conidtions

Scaled Distance (sd) 24.95 ( sd = d/ square root of w)

Estimated PPV 0.93 ( ppv = k * sd ^ -1.6)

0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300

APENDIX A. - Blast Design Plan: Loaded Hole Depth - Diameter - Product

Blast Plan Notes:

Vibration Prediction (formula based on Dupont Handbook)

Site Factor (k) : 160 Ground Constant based on Site/Rock Conidtions

Scaled Distance (sd) 24.95 ( sd = d/ square root of w)

Estimated PPV 0.93 ( ppv = k * sd ^ -1.6)

Trench Blasting Diagram

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Spacing 4FT

APENDIX A. - Blast Design Plan: Loaded Hole Depth - Diameter - Product

Blast Plan Notes:

Vibration Prediction (formula based on Dupont Handbook)

Site Factor (k) : 160 Ground Constant based on Site/Rock Conidtions