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SASOL Middelbult Mine Explosion Incident (2013)
Date: 2013 Operation: Sasol Middelbult Underground Coal Mine Location: Secunda, South Africa Type of Event: Methane Gas and Coal Dust Explosion Incident Reference: Eyewitness Survivor Account On 2013, a methane gas explosion occurred at the Sasol Middelbult underground coal mine in South Africa during continuous miner operations in Section 37. Fortunately, the continuous miner operating in the affected section was equipped with an ExploSpot Active Explosion Barrier. The syste
May 8
Active Explosion Barrier Prevents Methane Ignition Escalation at Forzando South Coal Mine (2022)
On 01 November 2022, an explosion at Forzando South Mine was detected and suppressed within milliseconds by an Explospot Active Explosion Barrier. Triggered by blunt picks and ventilation issues during a machine restart, the system prevented escalation—ensuring no injuries and proving once again that critical safety controls work when it matters most.
May 4
Active Explosion Barrier Prevents Methane Ignition Escalation at Syferfontein Mine
On 13 April 2010, a methane ignition at the Syferfontein underground coal mine in South Africa was successfully contained by an ExploSpot Active Explosion Barrier. Triggered by an electrical flash from a damaged 1000 V cable, the system responded within milliseconds, preventing flame propagation and protecting personnel, equipment, and the operation from a potentially catastrophic explosion.
Apr 3
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