The first use of explosives in mining in the Oberharz region in 1632 combined with the rapid spreading of this new mining and driving technique in the mines around the towns Zellerfeld and Clausthal can be seen as one of the most significant milestones in mining development. The constant technical advancement, beginning with the use of explosives and the invention of dynamite in 1866, until the use of high explosives in present-day underground and surface mines, guarantees the high efficiency of modern mining operations.

Due to the current situation the event will be helt as digital conference in german language.

We are pleased to invite you to this upcoming event in February 2021.

Institute of Bergbau
Erzstraße 20
DE-38678 Clausthal Zellerfeld
Tel.: +49 (0)05323 / 72-3180