The Spearhead Against Explosives - Alford Technologies CEO discusses munitions clearance and engineering in conflict zones.

The Institute Of Munition Clearance and Search Engineers - IMCSE

Roland Alford, CEO of Alford Technologies, discusses the role of his explosive technology company in munitions clearance and disposal. He explains how their tools are used in scenarios such as historical munitions left over from war, training areas, and current threats like bombs and missiles. Alford describes the process of disrupting a bomb using their explosive charges and highlights the importance of reliability in choosing the right tool. He also discusses the challenges of working in conflict zones and the innovative solutions they have developed to transport and use their tools safely.
Takeaways

• Alford Technologies specializes in designing and manufacturing explosive charges for munitions disposal.
• Their charges have a high success rate in breaking apart bombs and making them safe.
• Collaboration and information sharing within the industry are crucial for effective munitions clearance.
• The use of non-conventional explosives and self-loaded ammunition helps overcome logistical challenges in conflict zones.

Quotes

• "We're using explosives against a bomb to break it up and make it safe."
• "Our charges have a high success rate, making them the ideal choice when dealing with sensitive areas."
• "Every time a bomb is dealt with, the country becomes safer and better."
• "The ultimate goal is the end of the need for munitions clearance."
• "Technology advancements in searching and analyzing data will speed up the clearance process."

Alford Technologies Website - www.explosives.net
Roland Alford on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/roland-alford-ceng-finstre-fimeche-mimcse-miexpe-22a5a929/
The Institute of Munitions, Clearance and Search Engineers - https://imcse.org/