Enhancing Safety in Nuclear Operations
Reactor Room Cranes
With over 45 years of experience, American Crane & Equipment Corporation specializes in manufacturing lifting, hoisting, and other material handling equipment for industrial applications. We take pride in providing our customers with the most advanced solutions, especially for sensitive and hazardous materials handling in industries such as nuclear and energy. At ACECO, we understand the importance of robust, reliable, and safe performance, and we ensure that all of our equipment meets the most demanding handling and control requirements for sensitive loads, including reactor room cranes. Our commitment to quality and safety is unwavering, and we strive to provide our customers with the best products.
Ensuring Safety in Nuclear Reactor Operations
Reactor Room Cranes: Key to Nuclear Facility Maintenance
Nuclear reactors are enclosed in a sturdy reinforced steel or lead building. This structure is specifically designed to prevent the release of any radioactive emissions, be they in steam or gas. Along with the fuel ceramic, the metal fuel cladding tubes, and the reactor vessel and coolant system, this protective barrier serves as a shield between radiation and the surroundings of the reactor. Although this preventive measure is essential to avoid any catastrophe, especially during an emergency, it makes tasks such as loading and unloading fuel and performing maintenance challenging. In the nuclear environment, safety is paramount, which is why industry professionals use reactor room cranes to facilitate safe operations.
Reactor room cranes, also called polar cranes, typically consist of four components – the main hoist, auxiliary hoist, maintenance jib crane, and man lift. These cranes are used to lift materials safely in reactor containment buildings for a wide range of operational and maintenance purposes, including:
- Transporting Nuclear Fuel Elements: Ensuring the safe handling of CASTOR fuel.
- Facilitating Core Material Operations: Critical in loading and unloading tasks.
- Executing Reactor Head Replacements: A vital part of reactor maintenance.
- Offering Efficient Lifting Alternatives: Reducing the reliance on bulky lifting machinery.
In addition to performing these necessary functions, they also reduce the need for larger pieces of lifting equipment.
Tailoring Precision for Nuclear Reactor Rooms
Customized Reactor Room Crane Solutions from ACECO
American Crane provides a range of services including designing, manufacturing, testing, and installing custom lifting equipment that can be used in challenging and critical nuclear applications. Along with these capabilities, we also offer replacement parts, outage coverage, and maintenance support to ensure that your equipment remains in proper working order. We also provide 24/7 emergency services to address any issues that may arise. If you want to learn more about our reactor room cranes or other lifting solutions, feel free to contact us or request a quote today.
