State-owned explosive firm launches electronic detonator, restarts booster plant
The electronic detonator features programmable delay times for more precise blasting in underground mines, quarries and open-pit operations.
PT Dahana, a state-owned explosives firm, has launched an electronic detonator and restarted its booster plant, aiming to bolster domestic production and lessen dependence on imports. The electronic detonator, known as Dayatronic, boasts programmable delay times for increased accuracy in mine, quarry, and open-pit blasting operations.
Dahana president director Hary Irmawan highlighted the significance of restarting the Booster Plant and the introduction of the electronic detonator, stating it represents Dahana's commitment to technology and self-reliance in meeting industry demands. The booster plant, a joint venture between Dahana and DAK Energetics, had been shut down since May 2021 but returned to full operation in October 2025.
Its annual production capacity stands at 3 million units, manufacturing the high-energy Dayaprime Pentolite Booster in 200-gram and 400-gram versions. This booster is engineered to ensure robust and steady initiation for blasting activities.
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