Nuclear Engineering International: Stripping Liners Safely with Walco Industries Ltd.

Nuclear Engineering International: Stripping Liners Safely with Walco Industries Ltd.

Stripping a liner of an unknown type of rubber from a vessel that housed a combination of acid, steam, and uranium ore product presented a major challenge in terms of removing or reducing staff exposure to radiation. The complicated nature of this unique problem prompted Walco Industries Ltd, headquartered on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, to develop a novel solution for the nuclear sector.

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Safely Stripping Uranium Vessel Liners

Safely Stripping Uranium Vessel Liners

Walco Industries Ltd. successfully executed the task of safely removing a uranium vessel liner. Preferring 3-D tooling over robotics due to cost considerations, they strategically planned tool deployment and limited exposure time to 15 minutes per phase for safety compliance. The accumulation of removed liner raised radiation risks, necessitating daily debris clearance to extend work duration. Workers rigorously followed PPE protocols, while collaboration with the customer enabled 95% liner removal, allowing extended work hours. Through meticulous project management and unwavering commitment to safety protocols, the project achieved its objectives.

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