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There is still time to register for the Conference! Join leading experts in blasting, drilling, vibration and government affairs, attendees from more than 20 countries and over 125 exhibitors at the 49th Annual Conference on Explosives & Blasting Technique. Share ideas and discover the latest techniques and technology that will help propel your professional development. Many states recognize ISEE training for continuing education and recertification hours. 
 
Register Now! ISEE Conference Registration Linked Here 


About the Annual Conference on Explosives & Blasting Technique

The ISEE Annual Conference on Explosives & Blasting Technique will be held Feb. 4-8, 2023, at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio, Texas. The conference, created by the International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE), is the largest conference in the blasting community, fostering discussions and presentations on the latest explosives-related technology and techniques.

 
ISEE Hotel Registration:

Grant Hyatt San Antonio Riverwalk
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX  78205
 
Hotel Phone # (210) 224-1234
 
Single/Double: $230
 
Booking Link: https://www.hyatt.com
 
In just over a month, many companies have secured their sponsorships for the ISEE Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas.
 
Take a look at who has confirmed as of October 20th, 2022!
 
Company                                    Sponsorship
                                 
Austin Powder                             Gold Level Sponsorship
Blaster's Tool & Supply                Water Break
Burton Wire                                  Conference Coffee Break
CAT                                              Lunch Sponsorship
Dyno Nobel                                  Platinum Level Sponsorship
Dyno Nobel                                  Blasters Video Roundup
Explosive Solutions LLC              Full page color ad in conference program
Explosive Solutions LLC              ISEE Networking reception.
Four Star Blasting                        Lunch Sponsorship
IEE Global Pty                             Conference bags
ITSCO                                          Full page color ad in conference program
ITS-WM-                                      Full page color ad in conference program
M-Roc                                          Bloody Mary Bar
Nelson Brothers                          Silver Level Sponsorship
Nobel Insurance                          Welcome Reception
Nomis                                          Photo Contest
Sandvik Mining                            Blasters Video Roundup
Tradestar                                     Official Conference T-Shirt
Tradestar                                     Lunch Sponsorship
Tread Corp                                  Conference Name Badge Lanyard
 
More opportunities to showcase your brand are still available. 
 
Check them out!
 
 
   

Show off your marksmanship skills while helping a good cause during the 20th Annual ISEE Clay Shoot on Saturday, Feb 4, 2023.

  

Located at Moyesway Shooting Sports, 12601 FM 20, Kingsbury, Texas 78638, the clay shoot includes 100 targets.
 
Ammo and lunch will be provided to each pre-registered shooter. Registration for the shoot is $150 per shooter. Eye protection is required and ear protection will be provided. There will be a limited number of guns available for rent.
 
Proceeds from the clay shoot benefit the SEE Education Foundation Children’s Fund, which helps families of those killed or injured in commercial explosives accidents. 

 

 
With more than 40 years of experience in the explosives industry, Dr. Catherine Aimone-Martin has
some stories to tell. From earning the first mining engineering degree in the free world (by a woman), to earning acceptance and respect in the explosives industry, and some of the challenges that were overcome along the way. Cathy will not only talk about her own personal journey but that of ISEE, the industry and the blaster in the field.
 

2023 ISEE Annual Conference Exhibit Hours extended, including floor to open Saturday afternoon, February 4th.

Reserve Your Space Today!

 

Exhibitor Set Up/ Tear Down Hours:

Exhibitor Set up will begin on Friday, February 3rd at 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Exhibitor Set up will resume on Saturday, February 4th from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm

Exhibitor teardown will Begin Tuesday, February 7th at 3:00 pm

 
We have received over 80 paper submissions from all over the globe. We have a diligent crew of reviewers (who are specialists in their field) actively working on the Peer Review process for the 2023 Conference. The review process will wrap up by the end of October and Authors will be notified of their acceptance status by the end of the first week of November.
 
Join us at the new and improved Demonstration Stage to view live demos!
 
“The Bench” (formerly known as the Demonstration Stage) provides a platform for exhibitors to showcase and share techniques, strategies, and product innovations in front ISEE 2023 Conference attendees. A live presentation that guarantees exposure for your latest products and services some of the world’s leading experts in blasting, drilling, vibration, and government affairs.
 
Don’t miss out on valuable opportunities to get noticed and reach industry professionals. The goal of “The Bench” is to provide an outlet for companies to target their audience in a unique and informative way. Registration for "The Bench" is $350 and includes a Wireless microphone and sound system, full promotion of demo events to attendees with electronic communications, printed marketing in conference program, digital exposure on the ISEE website, onsite signage, and so much more.
 
We have limited demo slots available, book now to avoid disappointment. Please contact Victoria Richardson at richardson@isee.org for your reservation and for more information.
 

Meet Hugo! The Official 2023 ISEE Pup!

You can find Hugo in booth number 618 with Drill Pipe Inc. at the 49th Annual ISEE Conference.

 

 

Reminder: Get your release forms and videos submitted to tobias@isee.org no later than Nov. 30th 2022 to be included.

If selected, your video will be part of the overall 2023 Blaster’s Round-Up Video program on Sunday, February 5, 2023 showcasing the excellent work taking place in the field.
 
Release Form Linked Here

 

Formerly known as the ISEE Gala, The All Clear Cheers and Beer Bash is going to be a BLAST!
The theme will be country and yes, there WILL be country line dancing, so please wear your best cowboy hats + boots!

 
Please Join us at the International Reception on Sunday, February 5th from 6:00pm - 7:30pm.
 
Brought to you by Nelson Brothers
 
   
NOMIS Seismographs LLC
      
Yazoo Mills, Inc.
   
Member News
 
   
Adi Tobias joins ISEE as our new Marketing and Social Media Coordinator working to ensure the growth and continued success of the ISEE. Adi is a self-driven and passionate social media marketer with years of professional experience helping businesses build and manage effective social media strategies. Adi graduated from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts and has worked as a social media manager, digital marketing specialist, and independent contractor. As a private consultant, Adi worked with a variety of companies in the health and wellness industry to raise brand awareness, create social media strategies that work and increase lead generation. 
 
As a former collegiate athlete, Adi enjoys a variety of activities including hiking, camping, fishing, working out, and swimming. In her free time, she also enjoys spending time with family and friends. 
 
Adi has hit the ground running creating and sharing content on our social media platforms and starting our NEW TikTok and Instagram accounts. We are so excited to have her join the ISEE team.
 
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As ISEE’s Education and Program Consultant, Richard will engage with ISEE Committees and Sections turning their content into products made available to the ISEE membership and stakeholders.  Further, Richard will work with the Conference Planning Committee to establish the timelines for abstract and paper submission, recruitment of reviewers, communication with authors, and determination of which papers are chosen for the Annual Conference as presentations and poster sessions.
 
Richard will be retired from Orica at the end of 2023 ending his career as the North American Technical Services Excellence Director. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from the University Nottingham in the UK and an MBA from the Ohio State University. He has also undertaken numerous courses in leadership, value creation and technical innovation as well as teaching classes in the safe handling of explosives. 
 
Over the past 3 years Richard has thoroughly enjoyed contributing at the Board level of the ISEE, especially working with the Conference team and reviewing the Papers that were presented at the Las Vegas meeting. However, while excited about the opportunity to now support the staff of the ISEE in furthering the objectives of the Society, he is sad at having to step down from his role on the Board.
 
Richard is married with two children aged 20 and 23. He lives in Colorado and enjoys mountain biking, fly fishing, skiing, camping and hiking with his friends and family. These trips often include searching out old mining relics and “ghost towns” that capture the incredible history that mining has had across the USA.
 
We are so excited for Richard to be joining us as ISEE's Education and Program Consultant.
 
   
Mitsubishi Materials USA Corp
   
Industry News

US Department of Labor awards $985K to fund mine safety awareness, education, training in key mining industry states.

MSHA Article Linked Here

 
Chapter News
ISEE Chapters are pulling out all the stops to provide training and networking opportunities for their members.  A sample of upcoming events is below:
 
Eastern PA Chapter
6th Annual Clay Shoot and BBQ
November 4, 2022
Coplay, PA
www.easternpaisee.com
 
Potomac Chapter
Bi-Annual Blaster's Educational Seminar
November 17-18, 2022
Martinsburg, WV
www.potomacisee.org
 
Bluegrass Chapter
Kentucky Blasting Conference
December 8-9, 2022
Lexington, KY
http://kyblastingconference.com
 
   
Sauls Seismic
      
Business Automation Specialists of MN, Inc.
   
   
Montabert USA
      
IEE Global Pty Ltd