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Blast Vibration Monitoring

Blast vibration monitoring solutions for mining and heavy industry

Blast vibration monitoring (BVM) with IoT and analytics by Novecom

Forget chasing manual blast logs or reacting after the fact. Blast vibration monitoring (BVM) uses smart, rugged hardware to capture critical ground and air vibration data in real time. With automated analysis and instant insights delivered to your device, you can respond faster, demonstrate compliance, and keep site operations moving safely and efficiently.

Recorded data points:

  • Peak particle velocity
  • P, S and R profiles
  • Overpressure
  • Date and time
  • Location

Our blast vibration monitoring hardware

BVM in the field

Blast Vibration Monitor

Enclosed in a ruggedised die-cast aluminium enclosure with IP66 protection, the blast vibration monitor meets AS 2187.2-2006 standards and is used to record the impacts of mine blasting events. It measures ground vibration and air overpressure using the following instruments.

Omnidirectioonal microphone (air overpressure)

Omnidirectional microphone (air overpressure)

The omnidirectional microphone measures air overpressure from blasts. Mounted above the ground in a weatherproof case, it detects shockwaves and converts them into electrical signals. The system logs peak overpressure (in decibels or Pascals), duration, and frequency to support compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Triaxial geophone (ground vibration)

Triaxial geophone (ground vibration)

The triaxial geophone sensor detects ground movement in three directions: up-down, front-back, and side-to-side. It has three coils aligned to these directions. When the ground moves, each coil moves in a magnetic field, creating a voltage proportional to the movement’s speed. The monitoring unit records this data to measure the strength and direction of vibrations.

Benefits at a glance

By merging advanced sensors, analytics, reporting and connectivity, our easy-to-use BVM solutions eliminate manual data collection and ensure compliant, efficient operations.

User friendly app interface
Durable hardware
Reliable connectivity

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Custom blast monitoring solutions for every industry

Every site has unique blast vibration challenges. Here’s what variables our solutions can measure in different environments.
mining

Mining

  • Ground vibrations from blasting activities
  • Compliance with local regulatory standards
  • Vibration intensity and impact on surrounding communities
  • Risks to stability of mine shafts, tunnels and surrounding rock formations
  • Safe mining practices by tracking vibrations and adjusting blasting

Infrastructure

  • Vibrations during blasting activities for construction/demolition projects
  • Compliance with vibration limits to protect surrounding infrastructure
  • Ground movement to prevent damage to roads, buildings and utilities
  • Safety protocols in urban construction zones near blasting operations
  • Vibration impacts on surrounding structures and assessing repair needs
Renewable energy

Renewable energy

  • Blast vibration during construction of wind farms and solar fields
  • Safe blasting practices around sensitive environmental zones
  • Protecting powerlines, substations and critical energy infrastructure
  • Impact of blasting on wildlife habitats and surrounding ecosystems
  • Stability of ground during the installation of renewable energy systems

BVM in action

Smarter blast data. Safer, compliant operations.

Fictional case study showing our blast vibration monitoring in action.

BVM in action

Integrated solutions

Our custom blast vibration monitoring solutions have the flexibility to integrate additional capabilities such as dust (air quality), noise, water, soil, and weather monitoring.

Dust Monitoring
Dust Monitoring
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Weather Monitoring
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Noise Monitoring
Noise Monitoring
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Water Monitoring
Water Monitoring
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Contact our team for a chat and to book a free demo to see how blast vibration monitoring (BVM) can help your team stay compliant, efficient and in control, without the guesswork. No obligations, just insights.

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