Stemming
Varistem®
Patented stemming plugs that keep energy in the hole, improving fragmentation and cutting flyrock.
Ø32–251 mm holes
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Initiation
LineSaver™
Compostable retention for det-cord and signal tube at the collar.
3–5 mm det-cord & NONEL
PFAS-free bagasse
AU patent 2024200881
LineSaver™ secures detonator cord and lead lines at the blast-hole collar during charging and stemming. Its patented collapsible geometry holds under draw-in pressure and folds safely during slump events, reducing misfires and lead damage. It is single-use, needs no retrieval and breaks down within weeks after the blast.
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Shipped from Perth, WA. Freight to mine sites across Australia, and overseas on request.
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Product details
Collapsible design
Collapses under draw-in pressure, protecting the lead.
Stops stretch-snap-shoot
Engineered failure mode releases NONEL tube cleanly under load.
Single-use
No retrieval, less handling and a faster workflow.
Biodegradable
Breaks down within weeks post-blast.
Field-proven
Tested at multiple mine sites across Australia.
Patented
Australian Standard Patent #2024200881.
Applications
| Compatible with | 3–5 mm detonator cord and NONEL signal tube |
|---|---|
| Material | PFAS-free bagasse |
| End of life | Biodegrades within weeks post-blast |
| Packaging | 500 per box |
| Patent | Australian Standard Patent #2024200881 |
Range
| Part # | Description |
|---|---|
| 3-348492 | LineSaver 115 down-line retention device, PFAS-free bagasse, 500 per box |
Other sizes under consideration.
It secures detonator cord and signal tube at the collar, keeping lines in position during charging and stemming.
An engineered failure mode releases the tube cleanly under load, preventing elongation and accidental initiation.
LineSaver™ currently displaces more than 4 tonnes of plastic a year.
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Measuring
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Dip tapes and survey ropes for accurate hole depth checks, compatible with all explosive formulations.
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