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Blasting Solutions

Fortis Protect

Premium pumped emulsion blends formulated for wet surface mining applications.

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Advanced nitrate risk mitigation

Fortis™ Protect is a premium bulk explosive designed for challenging wet blast hole applications in surface mining. It reduces nitrate leaching and post-blast fume risks through advanced emulsion chemistry and precise delivery. With longer sleep times and reliable performance in wet conditions, Fortis™ Protect supports safer, more productive blasting in environmentally sensitive areas.

Product benefits

Fortis™ Protect supports environmental compliance, ensuring your site is able to continue efficient operations.  

Social license to operate

Social license to operate

Sustainability and reduced footprint

Sustainability and reduced footprint

Blast quality and performance

Blast quality and performance

Maximise resource recovery

Maximise resource recovery

Operational efficiency and performance

Operational efficiency and performance

Features and benefits

Minimised Nitrate Leaching

Unique emulsion properties and advanced delivery methods reduce nitrate contribution to groundwater, supporting environmental compliance.

Reduced Post-Blast Fumes

Formulated to lower NOx generation, enabling faster re-entry and safer working conditions.

Reliable Sleep Time and Wet Hole Performance

Delivers consistent results in dry and wet blast holes, with extended sleep time for flexible scheduling.

Precision Delivery for Productivity

Manufactured and delivered with precise control to match site productivity needs and reduce operational delays.

Orica Ecosystem Support

Fortis™ Protect is backed by Orica’s technical services, including site consultation and access to the Nitrate Risk Reduction Framework and complementary solutions to help reduce nitrate levels and improve environmental performance.

Fully Coupled Charges for Maximum Impact

Fortis™ Protect provides fully coupled explosive charges to maximise energy transmission and blasting outcomes.

Industries

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Surface coal

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Surface metal

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Iron ore

Hole conditions

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Dry

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Dewatered

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Wet

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Case Study

Orica and De Beers achieve 78.5% in nitrate reduction at Gacho Kué

Nitrate risk reduction framework.

Our nitrate risk reduction approach, enabled by Fortis Protect, is designed to deliver measurable improvements without disrupting production.

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Further insights

Common questions about Fortis Protect bulk emulsion

What is Fortis Protect™?
Fortis Protect™ is an advanced explosive solution designed to minimise environmental impact while delivering reliable blasting performance. It helps reduce nitrate leaching and supports sustainable mining practices.
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How does it improve nitrate leaching?
Fortis Protect™ uses innovative formulation technology to significantly reduce nitrate migration into surrounding soils and water systems, helping operations meet environmental compliance targets.
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How does it work with the Nitrate Risk Reduction framework?
Fortis Protect™ aligns with Orica’s Nitrate Risk Reduction framework by providing a practical solution to manage and mitigate nitrate-related environmental risks during blasting.
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What other Orica products can be used in tandem with Fortis Protect™?
Fortis™ Protect works seamlessly with Orica’s blasting products and solutions and often shows the most success when used in tandem with our Nitrate Risk Reduction framework, Technical Services, and Electronic Blasting Systems for a comprehensive nitrate solution. 
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Are there other products available in the Protect range?
Yes. The Protect range includes Centra™ Protect, designed to reduce environmental impact across different blasting applications in the quarry and construction industries
 

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