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  • UVA Mine - Chile
    2/19/2021
    Worker and truck in Chile

    The UVA Mine in Chile is one of the most recent examples of state-of-the art mining technology. This unique underground mine uses an ore transfer system supported by equipment that is remotely operated from a control room located outside the mine. Au...

  • Red D GEM Trials in United States
    1/1/2021
    Machinery in the mine

    Austin Powder is demonstrating the benefits of its Red Devil gassed emulsion delivery system, which is already proven in Europe and Latin America.  General Information: Location: Austin Powder MidSouth LLC Project Type: Underground Industry: Lime...

  • Austin Powder Launches New Connectors for E*STAR Electronic Detonators
    12/21/2020
    EStar connector

    Featuring industry-leading “double connect” on both the leg wire and duplex wire. Austin Powder, a leader in the manufacture, distribution, and application of industrial explosives and engineered blasting solutions, announces the release of its n...

  • Get to Know Nitro Explosives, Our Extended Austin Family in Tanzania!
    12/18/2020
    Nitro logo

    Austin Powder entered Tanzania by investing in Nitro Explosives and Nitro Logistics (Nitro) in 2015. This investment made Nitro Explosives a Joint Venture (JV) partner with Austin. Austin partnered with Nitro because the company had built a successfu...

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Appointment of Mark Dawson as President of US & Canada
3/11/2026

CLEVELAND, Ohio – March 11, 2026 – Austin Powder, a global leader in explosives and blasting solutions, today announced it has appointed Mark Dawson as President of US & Canada Services, reporting to John Rathbun, President and Chief Executi...

Driving Safer, Smarter Innovation Across the Industry
3/10/2026

Austin Powder continues to set the industry standard for safety and innovation — from deploying remote technologies that keep people clear of explosive hazards, to reducing TNT and Lead Azide in our products. We are strengthening transportation saf...

Building the Industry’s Strongest Blaster Training Program
3/8/2026

Across North America, Austin blasters gathered for a dynamic focus on BLASTING SAFETY as part of the Austin Powder University of Flyrock. This high-intensity training initiative, called THE BARNSTORMING TOUR 2026, involved immersive, real-world simul...

Reducing TNT & Lead Azide in Our Products
2/25/2026

Austin Powder is leading the industry by reducing TNT & lead azide in our products. We are reducing toxic materials while maintaining top performance. This shift lowers employee exposure risks, supports environmental responsibility, and reinforce...

Remote Operation is Transforming Explosives Manufacturing at Austin Powder
2/19/2026

Remote operation is transforming explosives manufacturing at Austin Powder — keeping people out of harm’s way through advanced automation, engineered safeguards, and smart design. By removing operators from hazardous areas and managing processes ...

Recording of Public Meeting on Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Release at Austin Powder’s Red Diamond Plant
9/15/2025

On Friday, September 5, 2025, Austin Powder Company held a public meeting to provide information on the unplanned release of nitrogen oxide (NOx) from its Red Diamond facility that occurred on June 11, 2025.  The meeting was held at the Vinton Count...

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