Castonguay Blasting offers turnkey services in drilling, blasting and the supply of explosives for the mining and aggregate industries and major civil engineering projects. No matter the type of construction site, Castonguay always prioritizes work safety and precision in the execution of its projects.
Mining
Mastering the art of drilling and blasting
Fully exploiting resources while avoiding their dilution is a complex challenge that requires the expertise of experienced specialists in open pit drilling and blasting. Our experienced professionals work closely with multiple mining production teams around the world, acquiring and providing expertise specific to the field. This expertise, combined with our extensive fleet of equipment, one of the largest in Canada, allows us to easily adapt to production variations and unpredictable environmental conditions.
In short, Castonguay is ready to face any challenge head-on: tight deadlines, complex projects or difficult conditions. We establish ourselves as a leader in the development of open pit mining. We are prepared to achieve the impossible in our industry.
QUARRIES
With over half a century’s experience in quarry drilling and blasting, Castonguay Blasting always aims to deliver the desired quantity and quality of aggregates, while meeting deadlines. To achieve this, Dynamitage Castonguay works closely with the operators on site, thus ensuring compliance with the laws and regulations governing quarries and sand pits.
To this end, we use a variety of methods and technological tools including drone surveying, precise control of boreholes using boretracking, blast planning and simulation through optimization software and vibration monitoring using seismic measurement devices. Furthermore, we rely on our in-house team of engineers with the expertise and qualifications to plan even the most complex blasts.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
From large-scale hydroelectric projects and new commercial or residential developments to road infrastructure, oil & gas pipelines, sewer networks and conduits, Castonguay Blasting deploys its equipment, know-how and expertise in a variety of areas. The company is capable of undertaking a wide range of projects in the field of civil engineering.
explosives distribution
OUR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Since 2020, we have had an exclusive distribution agreement with Austin Powder products in Quebec.
We provide a bulk explosive product delivery service to our customers, providing them with access to a large range of quality products for a wide variety of projects in the fields of mining, aggregate, construction and oil and gas projects.
About Austin Powder
Founded in 1833, Austin Powder is one of the oldest explosives manufacturers in the world. Over the years, with an extensive global presence, the company has developed a comprehensive range of products suited to various types of work. Austin Powder has pushed the boundaries of the industry by developing highly advanced blasting technologies, such as the Paradigm software and the E*Star electronic initiation systems.
As a partner present throughout Canada, Austin has many resources and is committed to supporting Castonguay in all its operations. This commitment is primarily maintained through the provision of high-quality products, specialized equipment and top-notch technical support.