Speaker Profile: Spencer Kerdock

GeoSonics/Vibra-Tech is excited to announce that Spencer Kerdock, Explosives Engineer, Martin Marietta Materials will be a speaker at Re:Con 2025.

Mr. Kerdock will be presenting, “Advanced Blast Design and Blast Evaluation” during Re:Con 2025. The presentation will look at a 3D design approach Martin Marietta has implemented to make blasts more efficient and safer. Mr. Kerdock will discuss how blasts have become more controlled, drilling and loading safety has improved, layouts have become more efficient, production has increased, all while reducing secondary breakage costs. This presentation will review the steps included in the 3D design process, related technology, benefits and results, as well as how this process can be used for shot performance evaluation.

Mr. Kerdock received his Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from the University of South Carolina. He has experience in a variety of industries, such as environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and heavy marine dredging. He currently works for Martin Marietta as an Explosives Engineer within their East Division and resides in Atlanta, GA.