Exhibit 23.1

 

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC

ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements of Dynamic Materials Corporation:

 

(1)          Form S-8 No. 333-58033

(2)          Form S-8 No. 333-54166

(3)          Form S-8 No. 333-115563

(4)          Form S-8 No. 333-143355

(5)          Form S-3 No. 333-150231

 

of our reports dated March 12, 2010, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedules of Dynamic Materials Corporation and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Dynamic Materials Corporation included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2009.

 

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

 

 

Denver, Colorado

March 12, 2010