Building Compliance and Confidence: Upgrading Effluent Sampling at Heysham 1
From Legacy Limitations to Long-Term Assurance EDF Energy needed to replace ageing effluent sampling systems at Heysham 1….
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Protecting Innovation: A Safety System Enabling Fusion Research at the University of Liverpool
Pioneering Safety in Fusion Research The University of Liverpool, in collaboration with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), is…
Extending Boiler Lifetime at Dungeness B: Delivering a seismically qualified cubicle solution to support long-term reactor operation
Supporting EDF’s Commitment to Safe, Reliable Generation EDF’s Dungeness B power station, part of the UK’s Advanced Gas-cooled…
Extending Reactor Safety at Dungeness B: Engineering a Pneumatic Solution That Protects Performance
Safeguarding Boiler Integrity for Long-Term Operation EDF Energy’s Dungeness B power station, part of the UK’s advanced gas-cooled…
Enhancing Boiler Safety at Dungeness B: Engineering Control Systems That Protect and Perform
Extending Reactor Integrity Through Smart Engineering EDF Energy’s Dungeness B Power Station required a series of critical system…
Redefining Reliability: Replacing Obsolete Reactor Pressure Test Systems at EDF’s Heysham 1 and Hartlepool Power Stations
Modernising Critical Test Equipment to Support Safe Reactor Operations EDF Energy selected AMS Nuclear Engineering to replace their…
Developing Advanced Mobile C&I Training Rigs to Strengthen Nuclear Skills Capability
Empowering Future Nuclear Engineers Through Realistic, Hands-On Learning Bridgwater & Taunton College; a leading technical education provider supporting…
Nuclear Safety Critical Gas Measurement Systems for Hinkley Point C
Executive Summary At Hinkley Point C (HPC), EDF required robust gas measurement and effluent monitoring systems to meet…
Enhancing Gaseous Monitoring Reliability Through Targeted System Modernisation
Gaseous discharge monitoring at Hinkley Point B was modernised with new sampling units and on-site calibration, reducing maintenance costs.
Remote CO₂ Isolation Valve Upgrade At Hinkley Point B
EDF Energy – Hinkley Point B
This project involved the design of a modification to a manual valve to provide automatic operation of the valve to overcome the potential local hazards which could prevent isolation of the system if a seismic event were to occur.
Enabling Safe, Compliant Integration of a New GAM System at Heysham 1
Specialist EC&I support at Heysham 1 enabled safe integration of a new Gaseous Activity Monitoring system without disrupting reactor operations.
Securing Long-Term Safety and Operational Confidence Through CCR Alarm Modernisation Replacement CCR Hardwired Fire Alarm System
Hinkley Point B’s hardwired CCR alarm system was replaced to QA Grade 2, preserving operator familiarity and ensuring long-term reliability.
Delivering Safe Oxygen Injection to Restore Reactor Performance at Heysham 1
An oxygen injection monitoring system at Heysham 1 safeguards reactor coolant, preventing fuel cladding failure with fleet-wide applicability.
RAETP Alarm Management System
EDF Energy – Heysham 1
The existing RAETP (Radioactive Active Effluent Treatment Plant) alarm panel showed signs of ageing and needed replacing with a new alarm panel with the same functionality and maximum size.
Maintaining Reliable Generator Cooling Through Precision Chemical Control
A new caustic dosing system at Heysham 2 maintains stator water pH, protecting generator components from corrosion and ensuring reliable operation.
Delivering Verified EMI/RFI Resilience for Safety-Critical Systems at Hinkley Point B
EMI/RFI upgrades at Hinkley Point B improved cabinet shielding and bonding across nuclear control systems, validated through formal type testing.
Steam Dump Isolation Valve Control System
EDF Energy – Dungeness B
AMS evaluated the proposed EDF concept design and expanded the concept whilst working closely with the site engineers to ensure the system was fit for purpose and compatible with existing infrastructure.
Alternative Indication Centre (AIC) – Scada System Upgrade
EDF Energy – Hinkley Point B
AMS partnered with Servelec Controls (Now ITI) to deliver a new SCADA system that mimics the functionality of the existing system.
Control System Upgrade
St Cuthbert’s Mill
AMS implemented the modifications to the control system and commissioned on site to the client’s satisfaction.
Nitrogen Plant Interface Cubicles
EDF Energy – Dungeness B
AMS’ scope was to utilise the existing controls and indications within the CCR whilst providing an interface which allows the controls and indication to operate with either the old or new plant
Restoring Reliability to a Critical Fuel Route System: Designing and delivering a modern pneumatic control panel for long-term operational resilience
Hinkley Point B’s ageing IFD pneumatic panel was replaced with a modern, fully documented solution to restore reliable long-term operations.
Modernising Alarm Annunciation to Secure Long-Term Operational Reliability
A legacy alarm annunciation system at Hinkley Point A’s PWTP was replaced with a modern, fully integrated solution, improving long-term reliability.
Delivering Resilient Site-Wide Communications During Decommissioning at Hinkley Point A
A radio-based PA system replaced ageing infrastructure at Hinkley Point A during decommissioning, maintaining uninterrupted site-wide communications.
Extending the Operational Life of Safety-Critical Detection Systems
Reverse-engineered PCBs extended the life of the WIDS and SIDS at Heysham 2 and Torness, restoring maintainability without mechanical modifications.
Future-Proofing Effluent Monitoring at Torness
A hybrid monitoring solution at Torness accurately measures multi-phase sludge levels in AETP tanks, supporting a scalable fleet-wide deployment.
