Arizona DOT- Rock Scaling and Rock Breaking
with the Boulder Buster in Oak Creek Canyon,
Arizona.
The job - rock scaling and breaking on a cliff
directly above the road:
Drilling the rock, note the red X on the side of the rock:
Getting the Boulder Buster set up with mat in place:
Final preperation before firing:
8 foot rock broken with the Boulder Buster & water, note the
red X:
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Before operating the Boulder Buster all operators should undergo
the required training and certification. The training is:
i. Reading the handbook.
ii. Firing the Boulder Buster under supervision.
iii. Writing the open book test, having it marked and receiving
certification.
This training is to ensure that all operators have the required
safety awareness that is essential when using th ...
To get the most effect out of your booster cartridges, raise them 6" to 12" from the bottom of the hole. When inserting the cartridges into the hole, once the bottom cartridge strikes the bottom of the hole lift it up by 6" to 12", depending on the depth of the hole.
By having 6" to 12" of water below the bottom cartridge , this water has an amplification effect on the pressure wave create ...
When using booster cartridges down the hole in the rock, attach the cartridges to a length of wire using electrical tape. When using more than 1 cartridge, the cartridges should be spaced 9" to 12" apart. Spacing the cartridges ensures initiation by the pressure wave in the water.
We require distributors to handle the sales and marketing of Boulder Buster machines and cartridges in exclusive areas in the United States. Requirements are:
Black Rock Trading has been appointed the master distributor for the Boulder Buster machines, spare parts and cartridges for the United States. To do justice to this very large and extremely important market we are looking for distrutors who will handle the sales and distribution of the Boulder Buster and cartridges in specific and exclusive areas. To apply, see our blog laying out the re ...
If your Boulder Buster is 10 years old or older and you are experiencing a high mis-fire rate when using new cartridges you may need a simple firing pin and guide upgrade. To find out if this applies to your Boulder Buster email me with the problem you are experiencing and the approximate age of your Boulder Buster.
Malcolm Reading
We wish all of our Boulder Buster distributors and customers a very merry feastive season and all best wishes for a healthy and prosporous New Year.
Malcolm Reading - BoulderBuster.ca
Boulder Buster machines, rimfire and magnum booster cartridges, and a complete inventory of spare parts for the Boulder Buster machines are carried in stock. For all of your requirements email or call 604-618-5780.