Explosives Industry News
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Reminder to get your release form 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 5th, 2023 showcasing the excellent work taking place in the field. 

Release Form Linked Here    

 
 
   
 

Join us at the new and improved Demonstration to view live demos! “The Bench” (formerly known as Demonstration Stage) is 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 Wirelessmicrophone and sound system, full promotion of demo events toattendees with electronic communications, printed marketing inconference program, digital exposure on the ISEE website, onsitesignage, and so much more. We have limited demo slots available,book now to avoid disappointment. Please contact VictoriaRichardson at richardson@isee.org for your reservation and formore information. 

 
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
                                 
Dyno Nobel                                  Platinum Level Sponsorship
Austin Powder                             Gold Level Sponsorship
Nelson Brothers                           Silver Level Sponsorship

Blaster's Tool & Supply                Water Break
Burton Wire                                  Conference Coffee Break
CAT                                              Lunch 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
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
 

Align your brand with excellence.
 
Sponsor the ISEE Key Card, it's a sure way to "open the door" to all our attendees.
Or maybe sponsor the Ice Cream Social, attendees will be eating out of your hands! 
Or sponsor the ISEE Balcony Banner and keep your members hanging on your every word!
 
Click here to review the full sponsorship prospectus.

More opportunities to showcase your brand are still available.  
Contact Hiranthie Stanford at stanford@isee.org to discuss your sponsorship interests
 
 
   

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.

 

NEW!!! Conference Schedule Posted:

To view the Conference schedule Click Here!

 
Take your camera on your next job site and upload your best pictures! Qualifying entries will be displayed through ISEE’s social media channels and on-site at the ISEE Annual Conference in San Antonio. Voting will be open to all.
The Best of Show winner will receive a free registration to the 2024 annual conference in Savannah, Georgia! Winners will be announced at the annual conference, on social media, and in the Journal of Explosives Engineering.
 
Click here for to submit your photos and for rules of entry!
 

 

 

ISEE Hotel Registration:

Grant Hyatt San Antonio Riverwalk
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX  78205 
Hotel Phone # (210) 224-1234

Booking Link: https://www.hyatt.com

Single/Double $230

 

 

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!

 

2023 ISEE Annual Conference Exhibit Hours have been extended!!!!

The Exhibit floor will open Saturday afternoon, February 4th.

Space is now FULL in our Exhibit Hall!

There is limited space available in the prefunction area.

Thank you to our Exhibitors!


 

 

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

 
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.
 
 
   

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. 

 

 
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.
   
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Industry News
The ISEE board elections are now officially underway! Eligible voters are all members in good standing with the exception of student members. Ballots will be sent to members by Dec. 1 and voting comes to a close Dec. 31. 
 
All eligible voters with an email on file should have received a message with step-by-step instructions for casting a vote online. Print ballots and candidate bios have also been mailed to members who don’t have an email address on file. Members who have not received a paper or email ballot can request one by contacting the ISEE at 440.349.4400.
 
Elected directors will take office at the end of the Annual Membership Meeting.
 
Director candidates are: Kristie Allen-Bishop. (incumbent), Travis Davidsavor (incumbent), Brian Lewis, Thomas Palangio, Jr. (incumbent), and Matt Spina (incumbent).
 
To find out more about the election process, please go to www.isee.org, log in to the membership section and go to the member hub to view the contents of the ISEE Constitution.
 
Remember, ISEE belongs to its members and we look forward to your involvement.
 
Your opinion matters. Cast your vote today!
 
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:
 
Potomac Chapter
Bi-Annual Blaster's Educational Seminar
November 17 - 18, 2022
Martinsburg, WV
www.potomacisee.org

University of Kentucky Student Chapter of ISEE
12th Annual Clay Shoot
December 7, 2022
Blue Grass Sportsmen’s League
Gilmore, KY 
uk.isee.studentchapter@gmail.com

Bluegrass Chapter -
Member Appreciation Social & Open Meeting
December 7, 2022
Horse & Jockey
Lexington, KY
www.bluegrass-isee.com

Kentucky Blasting Conference
December 8 - 9, 2022
The Central Bank Center
Lexington, KY
http://kyblastingconference.com
 
ISEE
49th Annual Conference 
February 4 - 8, 2023
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
San Antonio, TX
stanford@isee.org

Western Canada Chapter’s Annual General Meeting
March 30 - April 02, 2023
Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Center
Kamloops, BC Canada
www.iseewest.org
 
 
   
Sauls Seismic
      
Business Automation Specialists of MN, Inc.
   
   
Montabert USA
      
IEE Global Pty Ltd
   
Calendar
SME
Arizona Section Conference
December 4 - 5, 2022
Tucson, AZ
www.smenet.org

SME
MineExchange
February 26 - March 1, 2023
Denver, CO
 
ConExpo-Conn/AGG
March 14 - 18, 2023
Las Vegas, NV
www.conexpoconagg.com
 
SME Minnesota Section Conference
April 17 - 19, 2023
Virginia, MN
www.smenet.org
 
34th Annual Best in the West
April 19 - 21, 2023
Spearfish Holiday Inn & Convention Center
Spearfish, SD