Drilling & Blasting
Schlouch Incorporated’s in-house team of blasting specialists ensures our ability to keep projects moving on schedule. From site drilling and blasting for bulk earthwork and utility trenching to quarry drilling and blasting. Schlouch’s blasting team meets the needs of developers, builders, general contractors, and quarry owners. We also offer drilling services for grouting projects and site investigations.
Here are some of the advantages of Schlouch’s drilling and blasting service:
- Experienced blasting teams skilled in precision blasting techniques
- Hydraulic rock drills
- Seismographs to monitor all blasts
- OSHA and MSHA competent safety training
- Quick response
- Quality work at competitive prices
- Fully insured
What is Drilling and Blasting?
- Drilling: Creating holes (boreholes) in the rock using specialized equipment.
- Blasting: Loading the holes accordingly with explosives and detonating them to fracture the rock into smaller, manageable pieces.
The Process of Drilling and Blasting
- Planning: Surveying the site and designing a blast pattern to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Drilling: Using hydraulic track drills to drill boreholes in a specific pattern and depth.
- Loading Explosives: Loading the boreholes accordingly to the proper explosives to manage the site-specific conditions.
- Blasting: Detonating the explosives in a controlled sequence to break the rock.
- Mucking: Removing the fragmented rock (muck) using excavators and loaders.
Advantages
- Versatility: Suitable for various rock types and excavation shapes.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Drilling & blasting is the most cost-effective way to remove rock from the site.
- Adaptability: Can handle unexpected geological conditions and other challenging areas, such as working near utilities or existing structures.
Challenges
- Safety Risks: Handling explosives requires strict safety protocols.
- Environmental Impact: Can generate vibrations, dust, and noise.
- Precision: Overbreak (excessive rock breakage) may require additional stabilization.
Types of Projects That Need Drilling and Blasting Services
Drilling and blasting services are essential for construction projects that involve breaking through hard rock or dense materials. Schlouch Incorporated’s experience includes, but is not limited to, the following types of construction projects:
1. Residential & Commercial Development, Public & Private Schools
- Preparing sites for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Utility installation and bulk earthwork excavation.Site investigations available for geo-technical companies or property owners.
2. Quarry Work
- Drilling and blasting capabilities for quarry owners.
Drilling and blasting are indispensable for projects where traditional excavation methods are inefficient or impractical due to the hardness of the material or the scale of the excavation required.
Contact Schlouch Incorporated To Schedule a Consultation
At Schlouch Incorporated, our in-house drilling and blasting team ensures your project starts on solid ground—safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Whether you’re excavating for residential or commercial development, public and private schools, or quarry work, we bring precision, expertise, and professionalism to every job.
But our capabilities don’t stop there. From initial site preparation to complete construction support services, we’re a trusted partner through every phase of your project. Let’s discuss how we can tailor our services to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get your project off to a strong start.