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O C T O B E R / N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 8 www.resourceworld.com 59 EXPLORATION & MINING GEAR Coogar Sales and Services offers Nxco's FRAGMENTOR™, a self-stemming cartridge used for rock breaking in mining and construction. Stemming is the process of packing a blast cavity with inert material around the explosive to prevent premature ejection. The FRAGMENTOR builds upon Nxburst technology which is based on a non-detonating chemical compound enclosed in a cartridge that, when triggered, quickly reacts to produce an elevated volume of non-noxious gas, primarily nitrogen and carbon dioxide. The company explains that "The FRAGMENTOR™ has incorporated a retaining device that will hold the self-contained cartridge within the blast hole. This allows for ease of use in both horizontal and overhead use, ideal for work in underground mining. By using axial-piston technology the cartridge seals itself in place upon initiation to provide a perfect guaranteed seal, ensuring the effectiveness of the propellant technology". Dust is kept to a minimum as the technology breaks rock under tension rather than compression causing much coarser frag- mentation and there is no air blast or shockwave as the reaction is subsonic. No noxious gases are produced during a blast which allows personnel to remain down in the mine during the operation and re-entry into the blast area within minutes. The company states that "The long sought-after dream of continuous mining is now attainable with the FRAGMENTOR™ and its lack of noxious gases." Coogar Sales & Services distributes the FRAGMENTOR™ throughout Canada, US, and Mexico. The FRAGMENTOR™ is available in 80,120,180 and 240 gram 43mm diameter cartridges in both electric and shock tube. Photo courtesy of Coogar Sales and Services. "The ultimate workhorses" according to Kawasaki, are the Kawasaki MULE PRO-DXT and MULE PRO-DX. The MULE PRO Diesel series Side-x-Sides offers the performance and rugged durability to get the job done and are designed primarily for work applications. The high-torque diesel engine provides on-site fuel compatibility with other diesel-pow- ered machinery. The dependable 993cc in-line, three-cylinder engine delivers a high level of torque from low rpm, making it ideal for hauling and towing heavy loads, while its governed top-speed of under 50 km/h complies with workplace safety standards. The convertible three to six passenger "Trans Cab" system of the PRO- DXT has the flexibility to maximize either cargo space or people moving potential and can be converted in less than one minute. The PRO-DX, with its greater focus on cargo carrying performance, features the largest bed in the Kawasaki MULE fleet, making its steel bed the ideal choice for hauling material. The company states, "Every Kawasaki MULE is confidently backed with the KAWASAKI STRONG 3-year warranty". The Pacto toilet is manufactured and marketed by Danfo AB in Nora, Sweden. Photo courtesy of Danfo AB. Pacto Toilet Smelly, and consequently, a dis- tance from camp, outhouses, that are found at many a remote project are considered a necessary evil. However, the Pacto toilet provides users with a much cleaner, odorless experience. The Pacto toilet, which was originally developed for and continues to be used by the mining industry, also has proven to be appropriate for military operations, camps, field hospitals, work sites, disaster relief operations and for civil defense. Pacto is a waterless toilet which can be used anywhere in the world as there is no need for water, sewerage, electricity, batteries or chemical treatment. The Pacto toilet uses a specially developed flush foil liner to encapsulate waste which can be stored for disposal later: composting or incineration. The pedal fed, flush liner ensures a clean toilet bowl and hygienic visit every time and "no contact" waste management; removing the encapsulated waste from the podium is easy and hygienic. The company states that there are no installation requirements and a Pacto toilet can be up and running within minutes with no environmental footprint. Pacto, an ideal alternative to traditional water-flushing toilets, employs a unique waste management function delivering high standards of odorless comfort and cleanliness. Built tough, Built to last, the Kawasaki MULE PRO Diesel Series. Photo courtesy of Canadian Kawasaki Motors Inc.

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