SADC, South Africa, Zambia
Updated: August 27, 2023
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Product
Dry Blast Holes
Packaged
Explosive
ANFO
Construction, Mining, Quarrying
Surface, Underground
25kg Bag
Product Description
Innofex, or Bagged ANFO, is free flowing bagged ANFO made of porous granulated ammonium nitrate prills and fuel oil.
Application
Innofex applications include underground mines, open pit mines, quarries, and construction. Innofex should only be loaded in dry holes, as a top loading in holes sealed with cartridged product, or holes that have been dewatered and suitably lined. Do not load Innofex into wet holes. Innofex is not for use in the presence of sulphide reactive ground or elevated ground temperatures.
Primary Benefits
Innofex is commonly used in small to medium diameter blastholes where bulk explosives loading is impractical or uneconomic. Innofex is oxygen balanced and produces low volumes of fume. In underground small hole applications, Innofex may be blow loaded to increase product density, improve detonator sensitivity, and optimize energy output.
Technical Properties
Velocity of Detonation, Relative Weight and Bulk Strengths calculated using the IPX code at a density of 1.20 g/cm³ and a cut-off pressure of 100 MPa relative to ANFO at a density of 0.80 g/cm³.
Actual in field velocity of detonation will vary and is dependent on hole diameter and confinement.
Guidelines for Use
Priming and Initiation
Innofex is compatible with most non-electric and electronic detonator systems.
Consult with a BME Technical Representative for detonating cord application with Innofex.
Blasthole Charge Length, Hole Diameter and Density Relationships
Maximum hole depth depends on product selection, hole diameter, product densities, critical void space and the presence of water. Please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance and site specific calculations using BME’s DensDepth program.
Ground Temperature
This product may be used in ground temperatures up to a maximum of 60°C. If the application requires use outside of this temperature range please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.
Reactive Ground
This product is not formulated for use in reactive ground. Reactive ground is typically characterised by the presence of sulphide mineralization. If the application requires use in known reactive ground, or in untested sulphide bearing ground, please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.
Sleep Time
The recommended maximum sleep time is 21 days. Sleep time is dependent on factors such as hole diameter, density, ground water conditions and initiation system. If the application requires longer in-hole sleep time, please consult with a BME Technical Representative for guidance.
Shelf Life
Shelf life: 12 months when stored under good conditions.
Innofex is subject to breakdown caused by repeated temperature cycling, moisture/humidity, and multiple handlings/transfers.
Always store Innofex in dry and protected areas, away from combustible substances.
Packaging
25 kg in clear LDPE liner packed in a white poly-woven outer bag.
UN Classification for Transportation and Storage
Product Classification
Authorised Name: INNOFEX
Correct Shipping Name: EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING, Type B
Classification: 1.1 D
UN Number: 0082
Safe Use
- Never fight explosive fires.
- Refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for first aid information.
- All explosives must be transported and stored in accordance to relevant regulations.
- All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and may cause damage to property, personal harm, or death, if not used correctly.
- Always keep products away from sources of heat, sparks, flame or hot surfaces and avoid mixing with combustibles or incompatible materials.
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