Remote Visual Inspection Overview
BWXT's remote visual inspection service for nuclear facilities offers a comprehensive solution for inspecting critical components like steam generators. The equipment used includes a remote monitor for real-time viewing, inner-tube bundle inspection cameras, annulus inspection cameras, inspection crawlers, and retrieval kits. This setup allows for thorough inspections of various regions including annulus and No-Tube Lane (NTL) areas, ensuring cleanliness and the identification of any foreign objects.
Annulus and NTL Inspections
Annulus inspections involve using specialized cameras to check the cleanliness of the tubesheet annulus and in-bundle regions. On the other hand, NTL inspections utilize lancing rail delivery systems for efficient setup and removal. These inspections focus on verifying cleanliness requirements in NTL and bundle regions, identifying foreign objects, and initiating inspection reports if any loose parts are found.
Preheater Inspection and FOSAR
The service also covers preheater and feedwater box region inspections using video probes and delivery tubes, with retrievals facilitated by tubesheet elevation retrieval tools. BWXT's remote visual inspection service offers field-proven equipment, primary and secondary side data management for loose parts, integration with sludge-lancing tooling for efficiency, and thorough qualification processes including inspection validation and retrieval exercises.
Key Features & Benefits
The key features and benefits of BWX Technologies' remote visual inspection service include the use of field-proven equipment, advanced data management for tracking loose parts, reduced setup and removal times through integration with sludge-lancing tools, and comprehensive qualification processes. With a focus on cleanliness verification, foreign object identification, and efficient retrieval procedures, this service plays a crucial role in enhancing nuclear security and maintaining operational integrity at nuclear facilities.
Integration and Validation
The integration of advanced inspection equipment with mock-up qualification processes ensures that critical areas are thoroughly inspected and any irregularities are addressed proactively. By validating inspection capabilities within tube bundles, annulus regions, and NTL zones, BWXT's remote visual inspection service provides a robust framework for maintaining safety standards and ensuring operational efficiency in nuclear environments.
Conclusion
In conclusion, BWX Technologies' remote visual inspection service offers a reliable and sophisticated solution for nuclear security needs. By leveraging cutting-edge equipment, comprehensive inspection techniques, and stringent validation processes, this service plays a pivotal role in safeguarding nuclear facilities, identifying potential risks, and ensuring the integrity of critical components. With a focus on precision, efficiency, and safety, BWXT's remote visual inspection service sets a high standard for nuclear security in the industry.