Innovex HE is designed for blasting applications in open pit mines, quarries, and construction with wet or dry holes where a high energy explosive is desired. It is not for use in the presence of unprotected sulphide reactive ground or elevated ground temperatures.
Innovex HE may be loaded at varying densities to achieve energies that optimize fragmentation distribution and influence mine to mill productivity. Innovex HE is a high energy bulk emulsion designed to drive a greater degree of fragmentation and/or pattern expansions without sacrifice to fragmentation. The Innovex HE dual salt formulation is a product demonstrated to generate very low levels of post blast NOx fume. The use of reprocessed oil in the fuel phase can contribute towards sustainability goals.
| Property | Unit | Base Emulsion | Gas Sensitized Emulsion | |||
| Cup Density | g/cm³ | 1.46 to 1.50 | ||||
| Average In-Hole Density | g/cm³ | 1.10 | 1.15 | 1.20 | 1.25 | |
| Velocity of Detonation | m/sec | 4894 | 5083 | 5270 | 5490 | |
| Relative Weight Strength | RWS | 79 | 82 | 89 | 93 | |
| Relative Bulk Strength | RBS | 108 | 118 | 134 | 145 | |
| Bulk Energy | cal/g | 744 | ||||
| Volumetric Energy | cal/cm³ | 885 | ||||
| Minimum Hole Diameter | mm | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 | |
| Water Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | ||
Velocity of Detonation, Relative Weight and Bulk Strengths calculated using the IPX code for average in-hole densities 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.
Bulk and Volumetric Energies measurements made by underwater bubble energy tests at UTEC labs.
Innovex HE is compatible with most non-electric and electronic detonator systems.
Use of detonating cord with Innovex HE may influence blast outcomes.
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.
This product may be used in ground temperatures from 0 ° to a maximum of 65 °C. If the application requires use outside of this temperature range please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.
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.
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.
The storage life for Innovex HE base emulsion is typically up to 6 months under good storage conditions. Please consult with a BME Technical Representative for site specific storage life guidance.
Product Classification of System Components
Authorised Name: INNOVEX HE - Base Emulsion
Correct Shipping Name: AMMONIUM NITRATE EMULSION
Classification: 5.1
UN Number: 3375
Authorised Name: INNOVEX - Sensitizing Agent
Correct Shipping Name: NITRITES, ORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.
Classification: 5.1
UN Number: 3219
Product Classification of Finished Sensitized Explosive Product
Authorised Name: INNOVEX HE
Correct Shipping Name: EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING
Classification: 1.1D
UN Number: 0241
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