Botse Drill & Blast

08/09/2026

How are safe vibration limits set near residential areas?

Limits are based on peak particle velocity thresholds that scale with what's nearby — roads and railways tolerate far more vibration than a mud house or a sensitive structure like a tailings storage facility. Blast design is engineered to stay within these limits, with a safety margin built in.

What would you want to know if a blast was planned near your community?

07/09/2026

07/09/2026

Moving mid-weight machinery? We've got the perfect fit.

Our lowbed rental is built for contractors who need dependable transport without the oversized price tag. Truck and driver included, fully equipped for construction, mining, and earthmoving equipment.

Enquire now and get your equipment moving.

[email protected] | Liana: 071 062 6633

04/09/2026

What actually controls fragmentation size after a blast?

Burden-to-spacing ratio, powder factor, rock structure and timing sequence all play a role. Getting fragmentation right isn't about more explosive — it's about matching design to geology.

Swipe through for the key factors we assess before every blast.

04/09/2026

New month, same reliable muscle on the road.

September is here and our lowbeds are ready to move your heavy equipment safely and on schedule. Truck and driver included, so you focus on the job, not the logistics. Book your slot early to avoid month-end delays.

Message us today to lock in your rental.

[email protected] | Liana: 071 062 6633

04/09/2026

Spring is here — is your water supply ready for it?

As the seasons change and demand for water rises, now is the time to make sure your home or farm has a reliable water source. SNR Drilling offers professional borehole drilling to keep you covered all summer long. Book your site assessment today before the rush begins.

060 848 5838

03/09/2026

Precision in every delay.

From drill to load to blast — every step follows a controlled sequence, engineered for one outcome: a precise result. Fragmentation isn't left to chance, it's designed.

That's the Botse Drill & Blast standard.

Ready to bring precision to your next blast? Get in touch today.

[email protected] | www.botse.co.za

01/09/2026

What compliance steps happen before a blast can go ahead?

From blast design approval and permits to pre-blast surveys and exclusion zone confirmation — every checkpoint is signed off before a blast proceeds, every time.

Swipe through for the full sequence.

31/08/2026

Closing out Women's Month with Lindiwe Phiri, whose growth at Botse — from Blast Assistant to Site Clerk — reflects exactly the kind of drive we're celebrating this month.

Her message to other women in the industry: work hard, and you can become the best.

Swipe to meet her 👉



[email protected] | www.botse.co.za

31/08/2026

The anatomy of a successful blast

Planning. People. Precision. Ex*****on. Safety. Environmental responsibility. That's what it takes, every time.

What did you take away from this month's series?

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