Testing
geo-konzept offers a variety of solutions for blast testing and analysis. We work together with leading manufacturer MREL, from Canada. The solutions on offer are sold and maintained by geo-konzept. We also take care of all support.
HandiTrap II - Measuring Detonation Velocity
The World’s most affordable VOD recorder!
Detonation velocity is a primary quality characteristic in explosives. If an explosive does not provide sufficient power, it can have a considerable effect on blast results.
The MREL HandiTrap II is an easy-to-use and affordable system for measuring detonation velocity for an explosive sample or blasting column in a single blasthole. The collected data can be used to check explosive quality, and/or to compare detonation velocity with manufacturer specifications.
MicroTrap+ VOD recorder
Measuring Detonation Velocity and Recording External Sensors
Features
— Dual VOD channel capability allowing simultaneous measurements
— Support for two different sensor types
— Increased recording time
— Advanced triggering options including multiple trigger events
Detonation velocity is a primary quality characteristic in explosives. If an explosive does not provide sufficient power, it can have a considerable effect on blast results. Using the MicroTrap +™ VOD Recorder, VOD probe cable can be placed in one or multiple holes to measure the VOD of the explosives in the hole, the timing of the holes, length of column of explosives above the booster, the location of the booster in the first hole, the timing between explosive decks, the effectiveness of the decking material and much more.
Typically during Quality Control testing near explosives plants, or when developing new formulations, the MicroTrap +™ VOD Recorder can be used to monitor a VOD probe rod placed inside the explosive sample or taped outside the explosive sample to measure the VOD of the explosives. Any explosive type, detonating cord, etc. can be tested.
The MicroTrap +™ VOD Recorder is capable of sampling data at up to 2 MHz per channel on each of its two independent VOD channels, enabling high resolution capture of VOD signals. This allows for precise measurement of the VOD and accurate profiling of the real detonation front in real time.
DataTrap II - All-Rounder for Blast Analysis
The perfect tool for your measurements!
Features
— Delivers high-quality results
— Tolerant against damp and dust as well as high and low temperatures
— 14 Bit resolution
— Eight up to 56 channels possible, e.g. for connecting tremor or vibration measurement devices
Detonation velocity is a primary quality characteristic in explosives. If an explosive does not provide sufficient power, it can have a considerable effect on blast results.
The MREL DataTrap II, in comparison to the MREL MicroTrap, offers the option of measuring at even higher temporal resolution and processing data from even more external sensors.
Do you need to measure detonation velocity at very high temporal resolution? Do you require data from more than four external sensors? Does your entire blast project need to be checked for delays between blast holes? Then the MREL DataTrap is the right tool for your measurements. The device offers recording rates between 1 MHz and 20 MHz per channel and can be connected to as many as eight external sensors. This means you could simultaneously examine up to eight explosive samples or blasting columns in blast holes for detonation velocity, or determine delays between up to 32 boreholes.
Blaster's Ranger III - High-Speed Camera for Experts
Analysis of the effects on the rock structure
Features
— Light sensitivity: 12.800 ISO monochrome; 6400 ISO color
— Resolution (max): 2560 x 2048 pixels
— Fast lens
— Max. frame rate: 29.000 fps
The Blaster’s Ranger III digital high-speed camera allows for the analysis of blasting effects on rock structure. It also enables the determination of the actual detonation times of individual boreholes. The Blaster’s Ranger III camera is a complete high-speed video recording system with a built-in LCD screen and a very user-friendly interface.
Incorrect detonation times of fuses or surface retarders can impair rock fragmentation and increase vibrations. The included ProAnalyst software allows for the documentation of detonation times of individual boreholes in the sub-millisecond range. Furthermore, projectile velocities, rock trajectories, and material ejection can be quantified. This data can be used to further optimize blasting operations.
