Blasting: A Handbook for the Use of Engineers and Others Engaged in Mining, Tunnelling, Quarrying, etc.
provides practical, field‑ready guidance for blasting operations, drawn from a long tradition of engineering manuals and updated for modern use.
This edition compiles core techniques, materials, and procedures engineers rely on in mining, tunneling, and quarry work. It emphasizes concrete, testable methods, safety considerations, and the practical handling of explosives to achieve reliable results in varied rock and ground conditions.
- Clear guidance on blasting materials, from direct to high explosives, with practical notes on handling and selection
- Step‑by‑step approaches to preparing blasts, drilling bore-holes, and charging charges
- Firing methods and safety practices used in the field, including testing and quality control
- Evaluation of charge effects, hole layouts, and methods for different geological conditions
Ideal for engineers, foremen, and students involved in mining, tunneling, or quarrying who need reliable, proven blasting guidance.