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Drilling and blasting in road construction: rock cuts
How rock cuts for roads are made and why profile control matters.
Road rock cuts are often made near the alignment, slopes and utilities.
What is considered
- The design slope profile
- Contour blasting for a stable face
- Limiting fly-rock and vibration
A careful blast reduces overbreak and the amount of rework needed.
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