Patents Assigned to ICI Canada
  • Detonators comprising a high energy pyrotechnic
    Patent number: 5945627
    Abstract: In-hole and surface detonators are provided which are essentially free from primary explosives. The detonators utilize a high energy pyrotechnic mixture of a fuel and an oxidizer for initiation of a base charge enclosed in the detonator, or for the initiation of an adjacent shock tube. Improved safety during manufacture of detonators is achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 31, 1999
    Assignee: ICI Canada
    Inventors: Jean-Luc Arpin, Rejean Aube, John A. Conkling