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Learn how blasting can make drainage faster, cleaner, and cheaper. This practical guide explains how explosives can be used to dig ditches for drainage, ponds, canals, and stream channels, with a focus on planning, safety, and effective results.
From planning a drainage system to choosing the right method for soil and terrain, the book covers when blasting is appropriate, how to lay out lines, and how to manage ground conditions. It also discusses the economics of drainage, the health and environmental benefits, and the realities of storage, shipping, and safety on a farm.
- How blasting compares to hand digging for speed and cost.
- Techniques for hole placement, priming, and handling charges in different soils.
- Best practices for safety, storage, and compliance with shipping rules.
- Practical guidance on evaluating when drainage is financially worthwhile.
Ideal for landowners, farmers, and anyone exploring drainage projects that balance practicality with safety and efficiency.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers the reader an invaluable resource for draining agricultural land and digging ditches. The author, an expert in the field, provides a technical yet approachable guide to ditch blasting techniques, allowing readers to bypass the need for manual labor and optimize their ditching efforts. Breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand methods, the book covers everything from planning and designing drainage systems to loading and firing charges, and includes advice on choosing the most effective blasting method for any application. Whether aiming to improve farmland or tackle construction projects, this book empowers readers with the knowledge and expertise to successfully complete their ditching tasks. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332231447_0
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