Built for the toughest conditions in every sector.
Active Blasting has delivered controlled drilling and blasting solutions across South Africa's most demanding industries since 1995. Whatever the ground conditions, we have the experience, compliance credentials, and equipment to get the job done safely.
One contractor. Eight industries.
From open-pit mines to urban demolition sites, our DMR-licensed blasting teams operate across a wide range of sectors. Each industry has its own ground conditions, safety requirements, and project constraints — we understand them all.
Mining & Quarrying
We support mining and quarrying operations with high-volume production blasting, bench blasting, and controlled fragmentation. Our teams work in open-pit mines, aggregate quarries, and hard-rock extraction sites across South Africa.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Maximised fragmentation efficiency
- Minimal overbreak and dilution
- Full DMR compliance on every blast
- Experienced crews for remote site conditions
Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Civil engineering projects demand tight tolerances and strict safety protocols. We provide controlled blasting and mechanical rock breaking for bulk excavation, cut-and-fill operations, and hard-rock removal on infrastructure projects of all scales.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Tight tolerance blasting for engineered structures
- Vibration monitoring on sensitive sites
- Coordination with civil contractors and engineers
- Nationwide project capacity
Construction & Property Development
Property developers and building contractors rely on us to remove hard rock and prepare sites for foundations, basements, and bulk earthworks. We work in urban and peri-urban environments where precision and minimal disruption are critical.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Minimal vibration and noise in built-up areas
- Chemical breaking options for sensitive sites
- Fast mobilisation to keep projects on schedule
- Compliance documentation for building authorities
Demolition
Our demolition blasting services cover structural demolition, chimney felling, and concrete breaking on industrial and commercial sites. Every demolition blast is engineered, planned, and executed with full regulatory compliance.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Engineered blast designs for each structure
- Full pre-blast structural assessment
- Dust and debris containment planning
- DMR-licensed blasters on every project
Road & Highway Construction
Road and highway projects frequently encounter hard rock formations that require blasting to achieve design profiles. We provide rock cutting, road widening blasting, and controlled excavation for SANRAL and private road contractors.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Profile blasting to design tolerances
- Vibration control near existing roads and structures
- Rapid mobilisation for linear projects
- Experience with SANRAL and provincial road standards
Water & Utilities
Pipeline, sewer, and utility installation projects often encounter rock that cannot be removed by conventional excavation. We provide trench blasting, service corridor excavation, and hard rock removal for water boards, municipalities, and utility contractors.
What we do
Why Active Blasting
- Precision trench profiles to minimise over-excavation
- Safe working near live services and infrastructure
- Coordination with utility engineers and surveyors
- Compliance with municipal and SANS standards
Working in one of these sectors?
Tell us about your project and we'll advise on the right approach — whether that's controlled blasting, chemical rock breaking, or a combination of both.
Est.
1995
30+ years in the industry
Licensed
DMR
Department of Mineral Resources
Compliance
B-BBEE
Level 4 contributor
Coverage
Nationwide
All nine provinces