Shrivenham Explosive Test House (SETH)
The Shrivenham Explosive Test House (SETH), based at The Defence Academy - College of Management and Technology offers a totally independent facility for the hazard, mechanical & chemical testing explosives using Energetic Materials Testing & Assessment Policy Committee (EMTAP) tests.
SETH has been created to provide explosives data pertinent to explosives safety. We also offer a full qualification service for explosives materials in accordance with STANAG 4170.
Part 1: Hazard Testing: This includes sensitiveness, sensitivity and explosiveness information on small scale samples of all types of energetic materials.
Part 2: Materials Testing: The testing facility also evaluates stability and compatibility relevant to the storage life of explosives.
The Shrivenham Explosive Test House (SETH) is in the process of acquiring recommended test house status from the UK MOD.
Sensors, Explosives Analysis and Laser Spectroscopy Unit
Centre for Ordnance Science and Technology
Dr Philip P Gill
T: +44 (0)1793 785055
E: mailto:p.p.gill@cranfield.ac.uk%20
