Join us in Cherokee, NC, from January 21 - 26, 2025, for the ISEE's 51st Annual Conference!
This year’s event will feature a wide range of papers covering the latest advancements in blasting, drilling, mining, and explosives technology.
The following are key topics with papers to look forward to:
Blasting Optimization-
- Advanced Blasting Optimization for Enhanced Productivity: The X2Mill Solution
- Improving Stope Productivity with Wireless Initiation
Innovative Technologies-
- Hydrogen Peroxide Emulsion (HPE) – A Journey from Concept to Reality
- Electronic Detonator Timing Approaches for Surface Quarries and Metals Mines
Environmental Impact-
- Exclusion Zone Optimization in Critical Regions: Application of New Digital Technologies Allowing Ore Production
- Blasting Techniques to Prevent Coal Loss and Damage
Geological Insights-
- The Impact of the Explosive’s Energy on Shovel Diggability in an Open Pit Gold Mine
- Application of Machine Learning in Rock Mass Characterization for Blasting
Safety and Compliance-
- Success Case: Technical and Operational Assurance of Blasting Near Neighboring Mine Structures
- Tunnel Construction Efficiency and Vibration Control Using Electronic Initiation System: Focusing on the Contour Holes and Decking Mode
There is so much more knowledge to gain at this conference, so keep your eyes out for additional papers and presentations. This is an excellent opportunity for networking and sharing insights. We look forward to seeing you in the beautiful Smokey Mountains.
On Behalf of Executive Director Steve Shivak
I want to update you on the 2025 ISEE Conference in Cherokee, NC January 21-26, 2025.
- The Conference hotel did not suffer any damage from the Hurricane.
- If you are flying in for the conference, the Asheville Airport is open and we will have shuttle service from the Asheville Airport to Harrah’s Cherokee Resort.
- If you are driving to the conference, some roads to get to Cherokee have been damaged. However, there are many alternative routes to access Cherokee, NC in the event the major roads are not repaired by the time the conference begins.
Second - Conference Information:
- Plan to arrive by Wednesday, January 22nd.
- The ISEE Membership Meeting will take place Wednesday, January 22nd and when it ends we immediately start the Welcome Reception in the exhibit hall.
- Over 90 technical papers are being presented Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, January 23-25. Including 30 posters on Saturday afternoon.
- Our 2-day Blaster’s Training program takes place Friday and Saturday, January 24-25.
- A brand new seismograph program is being introduced at the conference. Specific details on the agenda, date, and time will be out soon.
- Only six exhibit spaces remain until the exhibit floor is sold out.
- The Blaster’s video round-up takes place Saturday afternoon and the conference concludes Saturday evening with our All Clear Cheers and Beers Closing Reception.
Visit the ISEE website at www.isee.org/2025-conference.
Visit ISEE's Youtube to watch this announcement video here.
Finally, you and I know individuals impacted by the recent hurricanes. It probably comes as no surprise to learn that our fellow ISEE Members have been helping individuals, families, and companies impacted by the hurricane and I want to convey my sincere thank you for your incredible help.
Thank you and see you in Cherokee.
On August 8, 2024, the Eastern PA Chapter of ISEE had planned to hold the first Annual Membership Appreciation event at the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs baseball. Attendance was free to all members and their families. Thirty members including five families signed up to attend the event. Fifteen attendees actually showed up to weather the drizzling rain. The ball game started despite the drizzle but the clouds opened up, as predicted, and down poured for 30 minutes before they called the game. Plans are to revisit the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs in 2025 spring.
Nominate a coworker or colleague who has made an exceptional contribution to the fields of explosives or drilling for one of the International Society of Explosives Engineers' most prestigious awards.
There are five awards the ISEE is accepting nominations for through November 15th:
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Blaster’s Leadership Award: Presented to those who exemplify the blaster in the field and have generously contributed their time and talents to help fellow blasters.
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Distinguished Service Award: An award of merit given to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the field of explosives engineering.
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Industry Service Award: This award recognizes dedicated service over time to the ISEE and the industry at large. Those recognized may not necessarily qualify for other awards.
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Driller of the Year Award: Recognizes a drill operator of high moral character whose work demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to compliance and safety, strong work ethic, quality performance, teamwork, and communication skills.
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Drilling Industry Leadership Award: Recognizes owners/operators of mines and/or contractors (including their engineers and managers), suppliers/vendors (of equipment, tools, and systems), consultants, and academics of high moral character who have dedicated substantial time and knowledge to advance the drilling industry through application, technology, engineering, or fieldwork.
To nominate a candidate online or to download a nomination form, click here. All nominations must include a photo and personal bio. The Driller of the Year Award requires a unique form for nominations. To download the Driller of the Year Award form click here.
Hotel registration for ISEE’s 51st Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique is open. The conference will take place from January 21 - 26, 2025, at the renowned Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, North Carolina.
This event is the largest conference in the world on explosives and blasting technique, bringing together professionals, experts, and thought leaders from across the globe. We are excited to host this event in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains at a world-class venue.
Reserve Your Stay
To make your hotel reservation, go to https://www.caesars.com/book/?propCode=CHE&action=FindRooms&groupcode=S01ISEE to secure your accommodations directly.
Important Booking Information
- It’s crucial that you use the exact link provided. Link shorteners will cause errors and prevent the booking process from completing.
- Prefer to book via phone? Call 828-497-7777 and use reference group code S01ISEE
We strongly encourage all attendees to secure their accommodations early to ensure availability. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort offers a range of excellent amenities, providing a convenient and comfortable experience for all attendees.
About Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort
Nestled in the beautiful mountains of Cherokee, North Carolina, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort offers luxury accommodations, exciting entertainment options, and easy access to many natural and cultural attractions in the area. It’s the perfect setting for networking, learning, and relaxation during the ISEE 51st Annual Conference.
We look forward to seeing you in Cherokee this January for what promises to be an enriching and impactful event. Keep checking ISEE's conference page for further updates and information about the event.
ISEE Conference Travel Update:
We are so glad to hear you are making your travel plans for the ISEE Annual Conference in Cherokee, NC January 21-26, 2025, please note that while the conference hotel has not been impacted by the hurricanes, other areas of North Carolina were not as fortunate and we ask your patience when reaching out to make your on-line hotel reservations.
- Hotel employees and their families may have been impacted by the storm. As such, many employees are taking extended leaves of absence to help their families and communities get back on their feet.
- Rebuilding the power grid, phone, cable, and internet is still in the process of completion. Even though the hotel is untouched by damage, the technology to connect to the hotel may be disrupted at times as companies work to reconnect other municipalities.
We love that you are joining us in Cherokee for the ISEE Annual Conference. We ask your patience if you experience glitches while making your online hotel reservation. We ask you to try again at a later date if you experience an issue.
See you in Cherokee!
ISEE Staff
Mark your calendars and don’t miss out!