Worlds first lead free non electric detonator range Exel Neo

Authors: Eriksson, J; Lagerström, T

DOI https://doi.org/10.36487/ACG_repo/2435_I-02

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Eriksson, J & Lagerström, T 2024, 'Worlds first lead free non electric detonator range Exel Neo', in Daniel Johansson & Håkan Schunnesson (eds), MassMin 2024: Proceedings of the International Conference & Exhibition on Mass Mining, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, pp. 1139-1143, https://doi.org/10.36487/ACG_repo/2435_I-02

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Abstract:
Orica has developed the first fully lead-free non-electric detonator range, Exel™ Neo. The Exel™ Neo range builds on Orica’s unique Non-Primary Explosive Detonator technology, which has been around for over 30 years in the explosives industry and is known for its reliability, safety, and ease of use.Orica supports the EU chemical industry transition pathway and the transition to safe and sustainable chemicals by phasing out harmful substances from our products. With lead compounds eliminated from our manufacturing process1, there are health, safety and environmental benefits in the manufacturing process and the application through the end user. The Exel™ Neo range is manufactured in Gyttorp, Sweden, close to the customer base in Europe.The chemical and environmental regulations in the EU are regularly amended to improve and better protect the people and the environment from risks posed by hazardous chemicals. Orica is determined to support the industry transition by removing Substances of Very High Concern from the products. The Exel™ Neo innovation will ensure that together with our customers and partners, we can mobilise the earth’s resources in a more sustainable manner.

References:
Amendment no. 3 to the EU-type examination certificate (Module B) no. 0589.EXP.2783/18, issued 13 July 2023 by the German explosive notified body [Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM)]
Commission Regulation (EU) 2021/57 of 25 January 2021 amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) as regards lead in gunshot in or around wetlands
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/923 of 3 May 2023 amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards lead and its compounds in PVC.
Complete EN testing according to standard EN 13763, Explosives for civil uses - Detonators and relays has been performed for the detonator.
Confidential test report, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB, Report - Non-electric lead-free (examination according to EN 13763-2), Reference: P118061.DP01.A05:B.
Orica Limited. (2024). Orica launches Exel-Neo: The world's first lead-free non-electric detonator range. Retrieved May 30, 2024, from
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