Detonators & Boosters

Electric Detonators

Electric detonators have a long track record of reliability and accuracy proven by generations of blasters. Many still prefer the electric system for the ability to test the circuit before the shot is fired. Recent advancements in detonator technology make this electric series more rugged, accurate and static-resistant than ever before.

Non-Electric Detonators

The invention of NONEL® by Dyno Nobel's Swedish organization in the 1970's revolutionized the blasting industry. Instead of electric wires, a hollow plastic shock tube delivers the firing impulse to the detonator, making it immune to most of the hazards associated with stray electrical current. NONEL shock tube is a small diameter, three-layer plastic tube coated on the innermost wall with a reactive explosive compound, which, when initiated, propagates a low energy signal, similar to a dust explosion, at approximately 6,500 ft/sec (2,000 m/sec) along the length of the tubing with minimal disturbance outside of the tube. The design of NONEL detonators incorporates patented technology, including the Cushion Disk (CD) and Delay Ignition Buffer (DIB) to provide reliability and accuracy in all blasting applications.

Electronic Detonators

More operations around the world are expanding their use of electronic initiation systems and achieving benefits. Some of the improvements observed from the use of electronic initiation systems include:

Cast Boosters

Dyno Nobel's composition boosters optimize borehole initiation of all common booster sensitive explosives. They are a product of our automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing process at the world's newest booster plant. The result is an economical booster with consistent quality and high performance from a reliable North American manufacturer.

Detonating Cords