Nuclear Handling Systems

The nuclear industry sector requires the ultimate in precision handling combined with operational safety, efficiency and reliability. Street CraneXpress has worked with various clients in this field, developing systems to meet specific individual needs.

Safety features include:

• Remote control operation
• CCTV
• Safety interlocks
• Load cells
• High Integration
• Manual override facility
• Encoders to give positional accuracy of +/-1mm
• Redundant lifting devices

Consultation

In depth discussions to fully understand the application and determine your requirements.

Concept Development
Experienced design team with the ability to develop a totally unique solution to even the most complex of Nuclear Handling Problems.
The latest 3D CAD software including Pro E & Wildfire, and the production of solid models which our clients can review on software provided free of charge.

Prototyping
Optional preliminary mock-up of the initial design, to highlight any potential difficulties, enable informed design amendments and ensure the suitability of the final solution.

Design Documentation

• Functional Design Specifications
• Design Justification Report
• Seismic Verification
• In line with BS466, BS2573 & BS5950

HAZOP Review
Scenario planning and deliberation over all potential problems to install confidence in the safety of the design.

Manufacture
Bespoke manufactured equipment, to ensure compatibility with your requirements, and enable the incorporation of any number or combination of specialist safety features, including:

• Automation of operations
• Encoders for precise positioning to ± 1mm
• Remote control room operation
• CCTV
• Touch screen HMI
• Full Recovery Systems
• Safety Interlock
• Load Cells & dual load-path systems
• Programmable logic control
• Full monitoring & diagnostic information
• Manual Override

Factory Acceptance Testing

Thorough pre-installation testing to ensure correct operation of machinery and allow for any necessary adjustments before installation.

Installation

Full installation of the equipment scheduled around your operations, with site-based project engineering when appropriate.

Site Acceptance Tests

Thorough retest after installation to ensure your equipment operates effectively in situ, plus client signoff to ensure it meets with your approval.

Maintenance

A full maintenance service tailored to client requirements, to prolong the life of your machinery, with regular inspection, fine tuning of equipment, appropriate repair work and a complete and thorough service history.

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