BLASTBAGS™

BLASTBAG™ EVO

Non-flammable aerosol BLASTBAG™. Two SKUs cover blast holes from 4" to 9 7/8".
· SKU 03-599

BLASTBAG™ EVO is a high-performance blast bag designed to seal blastholes quickly and safely using non-flammable gas. Unlike traditional stemming methods, this blastbag expands inside the hole to create reliable confinement—keeping explosive energy where it belongs.

By sealing the blasthole effectively, BLASTBAG™ EVO helps reduce gas loss, improve rock fragmentation, and deliver more consistent blast results. It installs fast, requires minimal training, and performs reliably across a wide range of ground conditions.

This blast bag for mining and quarry blasting is ideal for operations looking to improve safety, reduce re-drilling, and gain better control over blast outcomes. The EVO design provides predictable expansion, strong sealing performance, and compatibility with common blast hole diameters.

Whether you're running production blasts, trim shots, or pre-split applications, BLASTBAG™ EVO delivers dependable confinement with less effort and greater confidence.

Size · Hawk 4" - 6"
Size guide
Not sure which size? Use the size guide →
Ships same-day from Stanton, KY
Same-day shipping Stocked in Stanton, KY Class 9 compliant
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BLASTBAG™ EVO
BLASTBAG™ EVO
Hawk 4" - 6"
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NON-FLAMMABLE SAME-DAY DEPLOYMENT.
Air decking · Self-inflating
Benefits

Built for the bench.

Non-flammable gas

The aerosol mix is non-flammable — designed for hot bench conditions where compressed-air alternatives raise questions.

Same-day deployment

Self-contained. One operator. No compressor or air line. Drop it in, fire the actuator, move on.

High-tensile scuff

Built for production benches. The scuff bag takes the abuse on the way down so the inner bladder holds the seal.

Built for every condition

Built for every condition.

Hot ground

Non-flammable inflation gas — appropriate where storage and handling rules call for it.

Production benches

Designed for fast cycle times when you need every hole sealed before the truck moves.

Mixed UG/OP fleets

Rated UG/OP. One bag works across the surface and underground portions of your operation.

Product details

Specs, storage & more.

Size chart
03-598 6" - 9" / 165 - 230mm — 25/box
03-599 4" - 6" / 115 - 165mm — 30/box
Compliance
DG classification Class 9
Non-flammable Yes
Non-toxic Yes
Non-sparking Yes
Packaging
Pack size 30/box
Same core single-operator, self-inflating concept. The EVO uses a non-flammable inflation gas built for sites where that matters.
No. Self-contained aerosol. One operator deploys it in about 30 seconds.
See the size guide on this page — pick the BLASTBAG EVO™ that matches your collar diameter. Between two sizes? Step up.
Installation

Pull, drop, fire, walk.

Single-operator deployment. Non-flammable inflation. About 30 seconds per hole.
  1. 01

    Measure and match the size

    Collar diameter dictates the BLASTBAG EVO™ size. Between two? Step up.

  2. 02

    Pull the safety pin

    Attachment string is already tied to the bag.

  3. 03

    Drop the bag to depth

    The scuff guard handles wall contact on the way down.

  4. 04

    Fire the actuator

    Non-flammable inflation gas fills the bladder. Bag seats and seals.

  5. 05

    Move to the next hole

    No babysitting, no compressor to drag along.

Size guide

Step 1 · Measure your hole diameter at the collar
Drag the slider or type a diameter. Between two sizes? Go up.
Recommended
INCHES
4"
5"
6"
7"
8"
9"
10"
ModelNominalMetricRangeQty/BoxSKU
Hawk 4" – 6" 102 – 152 mm 4–6" 30 03-599
Eagle 6" – 9 7/8" 152 – 251 mm 6–9.875" 25 03-598
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Detailed Comparison

BLASTBAG SOLO self-inflating blast hole plug with dual aerosol cartridgesBLASTBAG™ SOLO BLASTBAG™ EVO - BLASTBAGS™ - MTi USABLASTBAG™ EVO BLASTBAG™ ACE II - BLASTBAGS™ - MTi USABLASTBAG™ ACE II BLASTBAG™ AERO - BLASTBAGS™ - MTi USABLASTBAG™ AERO BLASTBALL™ - Stemming Plugs - MTi USABLASTBALL™ MITIPLUG - Stemming Plugs - MTi USAMITIPLUG ROCKRIVETS - Stemming Plugs - MTi USAROCKRIVETS SLUMPSTOPPA™ - In-Hole Accessories - MTi USASLUMPSTOPPA™
TypeInflatable bagInflatable bagInflatable bagInflatable bagInflatable plugMechanical plugRetention plugRetention device
Inflation / MechanismAerosol, 2-speed actuator (non-flammable, non-toxic)Aerosol, variable pressure sleeveChemical reaction (non-DG, no metal)Compressed air (service air lines)Compressed air via drop line, hermetic bladder + nylon webbingFlexible pilgrim-hat fins (no inflation)Collet-fin friction (rigid or semi-rigid)Polymer bristles + stainless spine (gas-permeable)
Hole Size Range4.5" – 12.25" / 114 – 311 mm4" – 9⅞" / 100 – 250 mm3" – 10⅝" / 76 – 270 mm2.5" – 12.25" / 64 – 311 mm2.5" – 8" / 64 – 203 mm2.5" – 4" / 64 – 102 mm3" – 9" / 76 – 230 mm2.5" – 4.5" / 64 – 115 mm
Surface / UGBothSurfaceBothUG specialist - bothBoth, wet-hole ratedUGBothUG
DG ClassClass 9Class 9Non-DGNon-DGNon-DGNon-DGNon-DGNon-DG
Best For Air DeckingThe most-used aerosol bag worldwide — single-operator, ~30 seconds per holeTwo SKUs cover most hole sizes — simpler stocking, fewer decisionsSites with strict storage rules or metal-detector conveyorsUnderground sites running service air — snap-on couplingWet holes, breakthroughs, cracks/voids — the only wet-hole-rated inflatableUnderground emulsion or ANFO upholes — column retention + air deck in oneRetains the charge column and creates a controlled air deck on trim and pre-split rowsEmulsion uphole loading — holds the column while letting gas through

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When to pick each
BLASTBAG™ SOLO

Pick BLASTBAG™ SOLO when you're running surface benches and want the most-used aerosol gas bag on the market. Self-contained, single-operator deploy, no extra gear — ~30 seconds per hole. Two-speed actuator lets you inflate slow or fast depending on the situation. Sizes from 4.5" to 12.25" (114 – 311 mm) cover every standard production hole. Class 9 DG — stores and ships under aerosol rules.

BLASTBAG™ EVO

Pick BLASTBAG™ EVO when you want aerosol convenience without the SKU sprawl. Two sizes — Hawk (4" – 6") and Eagle (6" – 9⅞") — cover most surface holes, so you stock less and make one decision on the bench instead of four. Single bladder seals against the hole wall; pressure sleeve controls inflation speed. Class 9 DG.

BLASTBAG™ ACE II

Pick BLASTBAG™ ACE II when storage or transport rules make aerosol products a hassle, or when you're running metal-detector conveyors that throw false trips. Chemical reaction inflation — no aerosol, no metal components, non-DG. Same air-deck performance as SOLO and EVO, just delivered through a controlled chemical reaction instead of pressurized gas. Sizes 3" through 10⅝" (76 – 270 mm).

BLASTBAG™ AERO

Pick BLASTBAG™ AERO when you're underground with service air lines available. Compressed-air operated, dual-bladder construction, snap-on coupling for fast connect/disconnect. Works in any direction — up holes, down holes, even underwater. Sizes 2.5" through 12.25" (64 – 311 mm). Best-seller in underground and the cleanest install when air is already on site. Non-DG.

BLASTBALL™

Pick BLASTBALL™ when the hole is wet or you've got breakthroughs and cracks to seal. The only inflatable in this collection rated for wet-hole deployment — lower it through water on a drop line, then inflate with compressed air. Reinforced rubber bladder with nylon webbing handles -58°F to 185°F (-50°C to 85°C). Sizes 2.5" to 8" (64 – 203 mm). Underground development specialist.

MITIPLUG

Pick MITIPLUG™ when you're loading emulsion or ANFO into underground upholes and need a mechanical plug that creates an air deck AND retains the column. Flexible pilgrim-hat fins fold back on insertion, then lock in place — and the fins let gas through. Revised design includes downline protection. Fits 2.5" to 4" (64 – 102 mm). The most popular plug for underground emulsion upholes.

ROCKRIVETS

Pick ROCKRIVET™ when you need to create a controlled air deck on a trim or pre-split row, or hold the charge column with maximum retention and downline pass-through. Collet-style fins bite the hole wall and don't walk, twist, or shift. Iron ore case study: 38% smaller P80 fragment size with ROCKRIVETS installed. Sizes 3" to 9" (76 – 230 mm), rigid for heavier loads, semi-rigid for tighter holes.

SLUMPSTOPPA™

Pick SLUMPSTOPPA™ when you're loading emulsion in underground upholes and need a gas-permeable retention device to hold the column without compromising the gassing reaction. Polymer bristles with a stainless steel spine hold the column while letting emulsion gas through. Fits 2.5" to 4.5" (64 – 115 mm). The dedicated emulsion-slump solution for underground upholes.

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