Explosives Industry News
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We would like to thank all the authors from around the world who took the time to submit abstracts and papers for the 49th Annual ISEE Conference. We would also like to thank our reviewers who worked hard to review all the papers that were submitted. It was a rigorous peer review process with over 140 abstracts and papers reviewed by 26 dedicated reviewers across 4 continents, 61 papers were chosen for presentation. And the top 3 papers are...
 

The ISEE conference on Explosives & Blasting Technique is going to be a BLAST!

Avoid getting FOMO and register for the conference now!

ISEE Conference Registration Linked Here

To view the Conference Schedule Click Here!

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.

 
 
   
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. 
 
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 to submit your photos and for rules of entry!
 
Deadline extended to 1/3/23
 
A big thank you to our Photo Contest sponsor Nomis.
 
 
   
Good news! There are more opportunities for you to showcase your company at the 49th Annual ISEE Conference on Explosives & Blasting Technique. 
 
There are so many benefits to sponsoring the Annual ISEE Conference. Whether you're aiming to further product development, or you're growing your business and creating brand awarenes, take advantage of this perfectly targeted opportunity to align your brand with excellence in blasting and increase your brands visibility over your competition. 
 
Take a look at who has confirmed as of December 15th, 2022!
 

Deadline Extended!

Get your release forms and videos submitted to tobias@isee.org no later than January 10th 2023 to be accepted.

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

A big thank you to this year's Blaster's Video Round Up sponsors Dyno Nobel & Sandvik Mining.

 
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.
 

  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 &
  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.

 
Attention Exhibitors!
 
Exhbitor Kits have been sent out. If you have any questions please contact Victoria via email at richardson@isee.org
 
Brand NEW content, not presented before! Please see below for the Blaster's Weekend Schedule
 
1:15pm -2:45pm

Workshops (Attendees Select One)
Workshop A Blasters Calculations
Workshop B Transporting Explosives: Shipping Paper Do’s and Don’ts
Workshop C Use of Seismographs
Workshop D Fly Rock Prevention

3:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Workshops (Attendees select one)
Workshop A Blasters Calculations
Workshop B Transporting Explosives and the Correct Filling Out of Paperwork
Workshop C Seismographs
Workshop D Fly Rock Prevention – what to be aware of to eliminate this deadly hazard
 
 

We're excited to share the Ice Cream Sorbet Making Class at the 49th Annual ISEE Conference, Monday February 6th at 2pm!

A big thank you to our sponsor Doug Hoy and Sayre Associates

 
The Driller of the Year Award recognizes a blasthole drill operator, that is recognized by their peers, managers, blasters, owners, customers, as a person whose body of work demonstrates excellence in: 
 
● Compliance, Health, Safety, and Environment
● Plays Well with Others
● Work Ethic
● Communication Skills
● Performing Quality Work
● Application and Equipment Knowledge
 
Does a blasthole drill operator come to mind?
 
Click on the title of this article to access the PDF!
 
   
NOMIS Seismographs LLC
   
Member Spotlight
 
   

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Regulatory Spotlight

The Speakers on the Panel

We're excited to share the speakers on the panel at our 49th Annual Conference in San Antonio.

Bill O'Brien

Clark Mica

Kenneth Eltschlager

 
   
Mitsubishi Materials USA Corp
   
Industry News
Due to an error, the ISEE Election process did not include the opportunity to vote for the ISEE Officers.  This is required in our Constitution and we sincerely apologize for our error.
 
As a result, we are starting the election process again.  All earlier votes have been removed and all eligible members are receiving a new link and password to vote.
 
Voting will be open until Monday, January 22, 2023 with results announced during the ISEE Annual Meeting in San Antonio as well as in the ISEE Journal.
 

An upgrade to the OneMine database on the ISEE website is currently unavailable as it goes through an upgrade.  We anticipate it being live after the first of the year and apologize for the delay as we improve your experience. 

 
Chapter News
ISEE Chapters are pulling out all the stops to provide training and networking opportunities for their members. 
 
 
   
Sauls Seismic
   
   
Montabert USA
      
IEE Global Pty Ltd
   
Calendar
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