Remote Blasting

Working as a stand-alone system or in conjunction with an LFC or W-LAN Network system, Smartblast® provides full, two-way blast control for underground and surface applications. Reduced misfires and two-way communications between the Remotes and the Controller make smartblast the safest way to blast with electric or shock-tube detonation. Since it uses the mines Leaky Feeder system and is completely portable, it is the most productive and most cost-effective solution on the market.  Smartblast’s cost savings can be measured in reduced maintenance alone as it eliminates the need to maintain a separate central blast cable system. With the RB1673 series, up to 64 remotes can be tied into one system of up to 8 remote groups, eliminating the need for multiple controllers. The remotes can be individually selected, armed, fired and interrogated for status via the keypad on the Controller. A big LCD display provides supplemental information to the basic operation and improves ease of use on site. Whenever a switch is pressed, the LCD display’s backlighting function will be enabled, and after 30 seconds of inactivity, it will automatically be turned off to save battery power. The LCD is rated for -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F). Smartblast features include post blast motion detection, blast data storage, sequential firing and GPS fencing/location. With increased firing capacity and features that allow for greater safety and productivity, smartblast is the smart choice for blasting in any underground, surface or tunnelling application.