The low and intermediate-level waste stored in the auxiliary pools were not meant to remain in demineralized water, requiring immediate removal for dry storage.
Timeframe: 2016/2017
This project consists of developing the methodology and tooling required to handle, segment package and transfer all miscellaneous high-level waste from the storage bays to interim dry storage structures, including modification of the existing unused waste storage facility concrete structures to receive this new waste volume. During the course of the project initiation, a need to develop efficient segmentation tools arose from the client which led to new technology development.
The main activities provided are:
- Developing the tooling and packaging required for the waste, while reusing as much as possible existing equipment and available storage structures.
- Developing a drying system and methodology to reduce the water content of the filters for dry storage.
- Preparation of technical specifications for the equipment to be supplied.
- Preparation of work methodology and procedures to perform the work.
- Provide technical support through all phases of the project, up to and including to the retrieval and packaging work at site.
