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International UK samples tested in Sweden Studsvik Nuclear AB has received a consignment of irradiated steel samples from NNL/BE for laboratory examinations. The material, which is non-fissile, was sent by MS Atlantic Osprey and arrived at Studsvik in the middle of November. After the examinations are completed, the samples will be returned to the UK. All parties involved have authorisations and approvals from the relevant Authorities in both the UK and in Sweden to perform the transport and the examinations. Good progress in decommissioning project at NPP Obrigheim The dismantling works within the decommissioning project of the machinery house in NPP Obrigheim started in the beginning of 2009. In total 2,620 tons of machinery and plant equipment was to be dismantled. Until November 1, 935 tons have successfully been completed. The components dismantled so far include a feed water storage tank with 2 degasification containers weighing an overall 70 tons and 4 high pressure remunerator’s weighing approx 26.8 tons each. Currently the condensater (approx. 600 tons) is being dismantled, which is one of the last big components. Another challenge is to avoid cross contamination, therefore a certain succession has to be strictly obeyed when treating the material and components. The project will be completed on time in May 2010. Studsvik plays host for Nuclear’s future 50 people from 12 countries gathered at Studsvik AB in the November darkness to be brightened by nuclear fuel technical discussions in the first SCIP II meeting. The 5-year SCIP success made it possible to propose SCIP II, a new 5-year programme with focus on the fuel pellet behaviour and the response has been better than expected. There are two new participant countries, Russia and Norway, in addition to all the participants from SCIP. SCIP II is thus the second largest OECD/NEA project, only the Halden project is larger which has been running for more than 30 years. The increased participation implies that the programme is exceeding the original budget and as clients requested more examinations from this meeting we foresee this as an excellent use of the money in our laboratories. The meeting was very successful and offered not only the opportunity to let several Studsvik people to present results and plans. More than 40 persons visited the Hot Cell Laboratory (HCL) to study the LOCA (Loss Of Coolant Accident) test equipment, built on behalf of NRC in US and the Laser Ablation, an analysis method to study the spatial resolution of isotopes in solid matter, such as fuel or control rods. One of the conference rooms at Horsvik was rebuilt before the SCIP summer meeting and was further improved before the fall meeting to allow for the large number of participants. Both the location and the services worked really well and Studsvik look forward to the next five years. The SCIP members at Studsvik AB in Sweden. Savannah River contract for TTT At the 21st Annual Weapons Complex Monitor Waste Management and Clean-up Decisionmakers’ Forum at Amelia Island Plantation, Florida, Studsvik, Inc. announced that THOR Treatment Technologies LLC, a joint venture between Studsvik Inc. and URS Corporation, Washington Division, (TTT) had been awarded a contract valued up to $55 million for Studsvik’s proprietary fluidized bed steam reforming process (THOR ® ) in the treatment of Tank 48 waste at the DOE-Savannah River Site (SRS). The contract scope includes providing detailed engineering and construction of the core processing components for an on-site THOR® processing facility at SRS to treat the Tank 48 waste. Lewis Johnson, President of Studsvik Inc. states: “Once again, after an exhaustive demonstration of our proprietary technology, THOR® is proven to be the safest and most cost beneficial technology to resolve long standing, problematic waste streams. We thank all involved in the rigorous selection effort and look forward to returning Tank 48 to service.” STUDSVIK NEWS No. 05 | February 2010
Events and Communities Cumbria hit by floods Workington made international headlines in November 2009 after floods swept away the town’s bridges and engulfed hundreds of homes with eight foot high water after the heaviest day of rainfall ever recorded in the UK. Unfortunately the Studsvik sponsored Workington Cricket Club was one of the local attractions hit by the floods. The water rose up to the height of the clubhouse door and at its worst it was level with 8 foot metal fence. With a large amount of the cricket equipment devastated, the club are currently working on a rescue plan to achieve a playable season throughout 2010. Thankfully, Studsvik UK’s Metal Recycling Facility (MRF) is located on an elevated site within the boundaries of the Lillyhall Industrial Estate on the outskirts of the town and escaped the destruction. “A couple of our employees were personally caught up in the flooding but all we could do was watch the waters rising elsewhere and be grateful that we were spared the devastation,” explained Mike McMullen, MRF Facility Manager. “It’s certainly been a hammer blow to the area and who knows how long it will be before it gets back to some semblance of normality, both operationally and economically.” However this meant we were able to lend assistance to the locals who were in need of aid. Although residents of the Northside area of Workington were not directly hit by the flooding, they were cut off from the remainder of the town due to the collapse of the 2 main road bridges. Only a footbridge joined the two areas and residents faced long detours to be able to get to town, local schools and supermarkets. The Northside Community Centre acted as the main relief hub for the area and was responsible for the distribution of essential food supplies to local residents, many of who are elderly, from a temporary storeroom set up in the building. Goods such as groceries, bread, tea and coffee, pet food, toiletries and clothing were donated to residents by the local supermarkets in the town as many local people were unable to get access to the shops. Studsvik assisted in this by collecting the goods nightly from the supermarkets and delivering them to the Community Centre for 10 days using the Studsvik MRF van. A big thanks to Peter Humes, MRF Operative, who was the rescue driver! The Grafters Club Christmas Party Every Christmas Studsvik’s favourite charity, the Grafters Club, celebrate the season with a Christmas Party. This time it was at the Centre for Life on Saturday 5th December. It was a huge success with dancing at the disco and Santa arrived to give out some presents. This year the children also had activity stations which included spinning plates and creepy crawlies. The children’s favourites were the stick insects, cockroaches, mice and snails while the parents watched from the distance. Studsvik supported the party by donating gifts for competition prizes which the children were thrilled with. Studsvik are continually involved with the Grafters Club and if you would like to make a donation or find out more info please contact Amanda Astrop. Observation Awards Our monthly safety observation award gives everyone the chance to speak up about health and saftey issues in the company. £50 is awarded to the winner with an additional £50 donation to a charity of choice. Recent winners include; OCT AWARD - Vic Searle NOV AWARD – Amanda Astrop DEC AWARD - Aiden Bell Reservations can also be positive, so keep in mind if you witness any good working practises! STUDSVIK NEWS No. 05 | February 2010
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