The ES&S CSIRO* Minifrac system is a low cost hydraulic fracturing tool for determining stress in applications where a quick 2D measurement is sufficient. Hydraulic fracturing measuring techniques product a biaxial stress measurement.
The Minifrac system has been used for stress determination projects including the M5 Tunnels Sydney Australia, the Mac Arhture River Mine NT Australia, Torino Limestone Caverns Torino Italy and the National Institute of Rock Mechanics India.
The CSIRO Minifrac system is suitable for use in Collieries. Our standard dual recorder systems features a quick release removeable electronic & power pack for operations in dangerous environments. The Minifrac does not contain aluminium or plastic, making it conducive for operation in explosive environments.
Applications
-Suitable for hydraulic fracturing -Stress determination for mining & civil applications -Tunneling & underground excavation industry -Coal mining & petroleum industry -Used in small low cost E-size holes 38mm diameter -Larger and deeper models on request.