Innofex

Updated: November 19, 2024

Product Description

Innofex, or Bagged ANFO, is free flowing bagged ANFO made of porous granulated ammonium nitrate prills and fuel oil.

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.

Property

Unit

Poured

Blow Loaded

Density

g/cm³

0.82

0.95 - 1.06

Velocity of Detonation

m/sec

3000 - 4200

5510 - 6005

Relative Weight Strength

RWS

100

112 - 120

Relative Bulk Strength

RBS

100

132 - 159

Bulk Energy

cal/g

730

 

Volumetric Energy

 

913

 

Minimum Hole Diameter

mm

64

29

Water Resistance

 

None

None

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.

Hole Diameter

Minimim Cast Booster Mass

Innofex Blow Loaded Holes

29 - 48 mm

Bare high strength detonator (No. 8 strength or greater), 12 g or larger cast booster, Innovex cartridged detonator sensitive emulsion of sufficient diameter in dry holes.

Innofex Free Poured Holes

64 - 102 mm

120 g or larger cast booster, Innovex cartridged detonator sensitive emulsion of sufficient diameter in dry holes.

Blasthole Charge Length Hole Diameter 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 55 °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.

Storage

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 Transport 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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