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Botse (Pty) Ltd was established in January 2020. Botse PTY (Ltd) is a level 2 BEE contributor.

We work with Surface Mines and Quarries to develop the best rock drilling and breaking solutions for optimum results.

27/10/2026

The power you see starts with the precision you don’t.

Behind every blast is careful planning, accurate drilling and a team focused on getting the details right.

Want to see what goes into drilling and blasting? Follow Botse Drill & Blast for site footage, technical insights and a closer look at the work behind the blast.

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23/10/2026

What helps a mining site run safely and consistently?

Often, it comes down to everyday practices:

• Quality checks that confirm work meets the required specifications.
• Compliance requirements included in planning and daily procedures.
• Clear communication between teams and contractors.
• Environmental controls that form part of routine operations.
• Regular reviews to identify where improvements are needed.

Each plays a role in helping teams plan, carry out and review their work.

Best practice is something maintained every day through consistent care and attention.

What everyday practice would you add to the list?

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22/10/2026

Engineered to the millisecond.

Every blast is planned, timed and sequenced down to the last detail, and it takes a whole team to get it right. Tag someone who works in mining or construction, or share this with your crew.

Looking for a drilling and blasting contractor? Message us to talk about your project.

20/10/2026

Myth: Flyrock only happens when a blast design fails.

Reality: Flyrock risk is a consideration in every blast, and several factors can influence it.

• Stemming helps contain explosive gases inside the blast hole.
• Burden — the distance between a blast hole and the free face — affects how the rock contains and responds to the explosive energy.
• Geological features such as voids, weak seams and old workings can influence how that energy moves through the rock.

That’s why geological assessment, stemming checks and exclusion zones are important parts of blast planning and ex*****on.

Managing flyrock risk requires informed design, careful ex*****on and appropriate safety measures.

Which would you like us to unpack next: stemming, burden or geology?

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20/10/2026

Heavy equipment. Reliable transport.

Botse Assets has your lowbed transport covered — truck and driver included on every booking. We work with contractors across construction, mining, and earthmoving to get heavy equipment where it needs to go, safely and on time.

Reach out now to check availability for your next project.

[email protected] | Liana: 071 062 6633

16/10/2026

Seconds to fire. Weeks to prepare.

Behind every blast is careful planning, accurate drilling and strict safety procedures. That is how we do it at Botse Drill & Blast.

Follow our page for more from the blast floor, and tell us in the comments what you would like to see next.

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16/10/2026

How is dust managed during drilling and blasting?

Dust can be generated at several stages of surface mining, including drilling, blasting and vehicle movement on haul roads. How it spreads depends on factors such as ground conditions, moisture and wind.

Dust management brings several measures together:

• Water suppression helps reduce dust on haul roads and in suitable work areas.
• Weather monitoring helps inform blast planning by considering wind speed and direction.
• Dust monitoring provides measurements to assess conditions and guide management decisions.
• Adjusting controls during dry or windy conditions helps sites respond to changing circumstances.

A visible dust cloud alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Its size or appearance cannot establish dust concentrations or whether applicable limits have been met — that requires monitoring and assessment.

Understanding these factors helps explain why dust management is an ongoing part of mining operations.

Which topic would you like us to explain next: water suppression, weather monitoring or dust measurement?

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16/10/2026

This Transport Month, ask yourself: is your equipment moving as efficiently as it could be?

South Africa's construction and mining sectors run on reliable transport. Botse Assets provides lowbed rentals built for exactly this kind of heavy-duty work, helping contractors keep projects on track all month long — and every month after.

Let's talk about your transport needs this Transport Month.

[email protected] | Liana: 071 062 6633

13/10/2026

Same explosive load, two very different fragmentation results — why?

Usually it's the timing, not the explosive. Delay intervals control how each row of holes interacts with the rock around it. Too tight, and holes interfere with each other. Too loose, and you lose the relief needed for a clean break.

Powder factor sets the energy available. Sequencing decides how it's used.

12/10/2026

Need equipment moved this week? We've got the truck and driver ready.

Our lowbed units are available now for contractors across construction, mining, and earthmoving projects. No need to source a driver separately — every rental comes fully crewed, so you can focus on the job, not the logistics.

Get a quote today and lock in your transport before your project timeline tightens up.

[email protected] | Liana: 071 062 6633

Address

Plot 96, Chopin Street
Hartbeespoort
0216

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Website

https://www.botse.co.za/

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