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Blasting Solutions

Senatel 

Detonator-sensitive packaged explosives for underground and surface mining. Explore the Senatel™ range for safe, reliable blasting performance.

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Reliable detonator-sensitive explosives for underground and surface mining.

The Senatel™ range delivers high-energy, detonator-sensitive emulsion explosives for underground and surface mining

Designed for precision blasting, these products offer excellent shock and heave energy, superior water resistance, and ease of use. 

Manufactured in world-class facilities, Senatel™ ensures consistent quality and global availability for safe and efficient operations.

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Product benefits

Orica’s products and services are designed to help you achieve safer, more efficient, and more sustainable outcomes, wherever you operate.
Blast quality and performance

Blast quality and performance

Improve safety

Improve safety

Operational efficiency and performance

Operational efficiency and performance

Mine flexibility and scheduling

Mine flexibility and scheduling

Security of supply

Security of supply

Sustainability and Reduced Footprint

Sustainability and Reduced Footprint

Features and benefits

High energy output

Senatel™ products deliver superior energy for optimal fragmentation and improved downstream processing. 

Key benefits: 

  • Maximum blast performance
  • Reduced oversize rock
  • Increased mill throughput

Water resistance

Formulated to perform reliably in wet and dewatered holes, ensuring consistent blasting results. 

Key benefits: 

  • Maintains integrity in wet conditions
  • Reduces misfires
  • Improves operational flexibility

Safety assurance

Controlled energy release and detonator-sensitive design for safer handling and blasting. 

Key benefits: 

  • Reduced risk during loading
  • Enhanced operator confidence
  • Compliance with global safety standards

Flexible application

Suitable for underground, surface, and civil blasting across diverse geological conditions. 

Key benefits: 

  • Versatile product range
  • Adaptable to multiple hole conditions
  • Supports complex blasting patterns

Consistent quality

Manufactured in world-class facilities for globally consistent performance. 

Key benefits: 

  • Reliable supply chain
  • Predictable blast outcomes
  • Reduced operational downtime

Ease of handling

Packaged for quick loading and reduced manual effort, improving productivity. 

Key benefits: 

  • Simplifies blast preparation
  • Minimises handling time
  • Improves overall efficiency

Senatel product range

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Senatel Pulsar

All-purpose detonator-sensitive emulsion for surface and underground blasting.
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Senatel Magnum

Maximum energy for demanding underground applications.
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Senatel Ultrex

High-energy solution for versatile mining conditions.
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Senatel Powerfrag

Designed for controlled fragmentation in hard rock.
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Senatel Magnafrac

Cost-effective option for general blasting.

Questions?

Contact our global team of experts to learn how we can support your operations. 

Industries

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Surface metal

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Surface coal

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Underground mining

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Quarrying

Hole conditions

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Dry

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Dewatered

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Wet

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Hard rock

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Hot and/or reactive ground

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MARKETS AND SOLUTIONS

Underground

mining operations

Minimise personnel exposure to risks and hazards for safe and productive outcomes. 

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