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12 BUSINESS
Drill and blast improvement project
16 WINNING
Blasting ahead
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This paper examines how a proactive drill and blast optimisation programme using advanced technology will generate a measurably positive impact on primary crusher throughput ; reduction in secondary breakage and fines ; and improved efficiencies in the loading and hauling of shot rock .
2016 was a bad year for aggregates and for the construction industry in general — and 2017 is not projected to be much better . However , despite the slowdown and general struggle in the industry , quarries are busy . One quarry operator in particular is managing to stay ahead of the curve .
INTELLIGENCE ON THE MINING OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
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