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Advocating for Our Industry Austin Powder was proud to join industry leaders for IME Hill Day—engaging with policymakers on the critical role explosives play in supporting infrastructure, mining, and energy. These conversations help ensure strong safety standards, reliable supply chains, and clear regulations that keep essential projects moving forward. At Austin Powder, we’re committed to advancing our industry responsibly—today and for the future. Safety is Our 1st Priority #AustinPowder #IME #Infrastructure #SafetyFirst #IndustryLeadership
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🧯 Estudiantes de Ingeniería en Minería de la UTLD participaron en capacitaciones sobre combate contra incendios y manejo seguro de explosivos, impartidas por Bomberos Torreón y Austin Powder México. 💪 Formación práctica para una minería más segura. #UTLD #FormaciónMinera #AustinPowder #SeguridadIndustrial #Capacitación #Minería #Explosivos #Prevención #MineAcademy 𝐕𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐚👇🏻 mineacademy.mx/formacion-pra…
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Strategic Transition at Veladero: Austin Powder Leads a New Era in Blasting Services At more than 4,000 meters above sea level, the Veladero Mine in San Juan, Argentina, is one of South America’s most technically demanding gold operations. On November 1, 2024, Austin Powder Argentina proudly assumed responsibility for blasting services, ensuring a seamless transition supported by rigorous planning, strong regulatory collaboration, and the dedication of our incredible team. Key highlights: •Commissioning of magazines, ammonium nitrate storage, and four MMUs •Deployment of Paradigm Blast Design Software and E*STAR electronic detonators •Locally formulated emulsions deliver efficiency and safety in high-altitude conditions •Strong cultural alignment with Veladero: teamwork, safety, diversity, and sustainability Early results: •Smooth transition without safety incidents •Optimized drill patterns and reduced costs •Improved fragmentation and operational efficiency •Innovation projects in seismic monitoring and circular economy practices This achievement reflects our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and partnership in mining operations across Latin America. See the full story in the September issue of the Global Mining Review at this link: globalminingreview.com/magaz… #AustinPowder #MiningInnovation #BlastingExcellence #Veladero #LatinAmerica #Sustainability #EStar #Paradigm
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💻⛏️ Capacitación AIMMGM Sinaloa Tema: Uso y Manejo de Materiales Explosivos en Mina Subterránea 📅 Martes 30 de septiembre 2025 🕙 10:00 a.m. (Sinaloa) | 11:00 a.m. (CDMX) 👷‍♂️ Impartida por Austin Powder México 🔗 Registro gratuito: aquí #AIMMGM #CapacitaciónMinera #SeguridadMinera #AustinPowder #MineAcademy 𝐕𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐚👇🏻 mineacademy.mx/manejo-de-exp…
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Key Advancements in Integrated Audits under SHES and ISO Standards in Mexico For the first time, our Mexico operations completed fully integrated internal audits aligned with the Corporate SHES Manual and ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards. Led by Ayerim Moreno with support from Vianey Carrillo, the initiative created a unified audit model and trained 27 internal auditors to strengthen efficiency, objectivity, and compliance. This achievement reflects our commitment to continuous improvement, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. #AustinPowder #SHES #ISO #ContinuousImprovement #Safety #Quality #Sustainability
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Austin Detonator Enters Sierra Leone with First TEU Shock*Star Delivery We’re proud to announce our first delivery of Shock*Star® product to Sierra Leone, marking Austin’s official entry into the West African market. During a visit to our Vsetín facility, our partner’s CEO spotted his own order on the line, signed one of the boxes, and launched a $250 “treasure hunt.” The winning box was finally found a few weeks later in Sierra Leone! This milestone marks our expanding presence in Africa and the dedication of our entire Austin team. #AustinDetonator #AustinPowder #MiningAfrica #ShockStar #GlobalGrowth
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Showcasing the Austin Advantage on Mining Now Austin Powder’s expertise and innovation are making waves in the mining industry media. In recent episodes of Mining Now, our team members shared how we’re driving safer, smarter, and more efficient blasting worldwide: 🔹 Tom Hairhoger – Showcasing the Austin Advantage in underground mining with precision, safety, and innovation through Paradigm Underground and E*STAR® electronic initiation systems. 🔹 Kurt Oakes – Highlighting how Austin Powder delivers reliability and results worldwide, ensuring consistent blasting performance in extreme conditions and across challenging geologies. 🔹 Cameron McKenzie & Al Romphf – Explaining how Paradigm® Blast Optimization Software is transforming blasting with advanced analytics, real-time feedback, and measurable improvements in safety, fragmentation, and efficiency. From underground precision to global reliability and cutting-edge software, these conversations highlight the skill, dedication, and technology that define the Austin Advantage. Watch the full episodes here: youtube.com/channel/UCha49r6… #AustinPowder #MiningNow #BlastingInnovation #Paradigm #EStar #MiningTechnology #AustinAdvantage
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Sustaining What Matters: Safety First. Always. In 2024, Austin Powder certified 15 new Hazard Study Leaders to strengthen our proactive safety culture. These leaders mentor teams in hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident prevention-key pillars to keep our workplaces safe and resilient. Together, we build a workplace where safety, development, and collaboration drive our success. #SustainingWhatMatters #SafetyCulture #ProfessionalGrowth #SustainableWorkplace #OperationalExcellence #HazardPrevention #AustinPowder #LeadershipInSafety
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European Federation of Explosives Engineers (EFEE) World Conference 2025 starts on Saturday, September 20th! We’re excited to be part of the 13th edition of this global event focused on blasting technology, taking place in beautiful Krakow, Poland 🇵🇱. Austin Powder will be there – come visit us at booth 60 and discover our “Innovations That Matter”. This is a unique opportunity to connect with experts, manufacturers, suppliers, and researchers from all over the world. “This trade show is a great opportunity for us to meet customers in one place and share with them the direction and values of Austin Powder,” says Pavel Hrbac, Sales Director at Austin Detonator s.r.o. The EFEE Conference has become a tradition in the explosives industry, bringing together professionals from across the sector – from detonators and high explosives to software and machinery. We look forward to inspiring conversations, new partnerships, and showcasing how innovation drives safety and performance in everything we do. 👉 Will you be there too? Let’s connect! linkedin.com/company/europea… austinpowder.com/ #EFEE2025, #AustinPowder, #BlastingTechnology, #ExplosivesIndustry, #InnovationThatMatters, #KrakowConference,
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Paradigm delivers a comprehensive suite of advanced blast pattern design tools. Featured here is the Line Fill Tool, which lets users: 🔹 Generate an offset line from a crest line 🔹 Create best-fit rows to straighten out the mining bench 🔹 Automatically snap drill holes to a 3D terrain model The result? Blast patterns that are ready to export to a stakeout file or directly to a GNSS-equipped drill. With Paradigm, you can easily design both simple and complex blast patterns—ensuring precise, even distribution of explosive energy every time. Learn more at paradigm.austinpowder.com #Blasting #MiningInnovation #Paradigm #AustinPowder
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🚨#BREAKING: CHEMICAL CHAOS - EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY ⚠️ 5,000 gallons of toxic nitric acid just leaked from an explosives plant in Ohio. Entire town evacuated. 30-mile no-fly zone activated #Ohio #Breaking #ChemicalLeak #Zaleski #AustinPowder #HAZMAT
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🚨#BREAKING: A Massive and Dangerous toxic hazardous Chemical leak has occurred at a explosives maker Austin Powder chemical plant forcing towns to evacuate 📌#Zaleski | #Ohio At this time, numerous emergency and hazardous materials crews are on the scene in Zaleski, Ohio, following a massive and dangerous chemical leak at the Austin Powder explosives manufacturing plant. The leak involves highly dangerous and toxic nitric acid as 5,000 gallons have been leaked prompting officials to issue mandatory evacuations as the The entire town of Zaleski, Ohio was evacuated. The Federal Aviation Administration has also established a 30-mile no-fly zone around the site, extending up to 23,000 feet in altitude. The Red Cross has set up emergency shelters, and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area.
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#BREAKING: Major Toxic Chemical Leak Triggers Mass Evacuation in Ohio 5,000 gallons of nitric acid leaked at Zaleski, OH, Austin Powder explosives plant Entire town evacuated FAA declares 30-mile no-fly zone (up to 23,000 ft) Red Cross sets up shelters; HAZMAT crews on scene Public urged to avoid area #Ohio #Breaking #ChemicalLeak #Zaleski #AustinPowder #HAZMAT
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¡Traslado seguro en acción 🚚 ✅! El equipo de Austin Powder continúa con la movilización del nitrato de amonio fuera de la mina, siguiendo estrictos protocolos de seguridad y bajo la supervisión de especialistas. En #CobrePanamá, la seguridad y la responsabilidad guían cada paso. Seguimos firmes en nuestro compromiso con la transparencia y el manejo seguro del entorno. #AustinPowder #SeguridadPrimero #MineríaResponsable #CobrePanamá
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@Cobre_Panama informó que hoy inicia el proceso de remoción del nitrato de amonio que está almacenado en la mina. Este material es propiedad de #AustinPowder. El nitrato de amonio no es un material explosivo, como afirman ambientalistas militantes.Y será removido, dicen expertos
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#Joe #AustinPowder tiene una planta en Salta creo producirían Nitrato Amónico para enviar para acá y competir con #Enaex El Nitrato de Calcio desconozco sus usos
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#Explosives & #blasting technology major #AustinPowder has announced the release of new #connectors for its E*STAR #electronicdetonation system which it says ensure the highest standard of usability, reliability & safety #futureofmining bit.ly/3aUA0lW
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A través del Centro de capacitación CLUMIN te invitamos a participar en el Webinar de Explosivos y Voladuras en la Minería 💥👷🏻‍♂️👷🏻‍♀️ Con nuestros socios #AustinPowder y #Dinamex ¡No te lo pierdas! Liga de registro -> form.jotform.com/20229467657…
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