Bespoke Test Rigs for Nuclear Instrumentation and Control Training
Developing practical instrumentation skills is a continuing requirement across the UK nuclear industry and the challenge is bringing…
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Building and Verifying a Bespoke Control Cabinet for UK Fusion Research
Effective build-to-print manufacture depends on absolute confidence that the finished system reflects the approved design, from individual components…
Improving Plant Availability Through Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
Chemical contamination presents an ongoing challenge for nuclear power stations, where changes in water chemistry need to be…
Strengthening Reactor Resilience Through Intelligent Interim Engineering
Steam dump isolation valves form an important part of nuclear power station control systems and developing their associated…
Engineering a Future-Proof Safety-Critical Monitoring System for Hinkley Point B
Moisture monitoring in reactor gas is a safety-significant function, and as nuclear stations extend their operating lives, the…
Delivering Safety-Critical Control & Instrumentation Solutions Under Demanding Nuclear Timescales
Delivering safety-classified Electrical, Control & Instrumentation systems to compressed nuclear project timescales requires more than accelerating manufacture; the…
Modernising Safety-Critical Pneumatic Control Systems to Enhance Operational Reliability
Ageing pneumatic control equipment presents an increasing lifecycle challenge as nuclear stations extend their operating lives. The difficulty…
Building Compliance and Confidence: Upgrading Effluent Sampling at Heysham 1
From Legacy Limitations to Long-Term Assurance Maintaining reliable gaseous effluent monitoring is essential for nuclear power stations, particularly…
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 Modernising safety-critical instrumentation is an important part of nuclear plant lifecycle…
Extending Reactor Safety at Dungeness B: Engineering a Pneumatic Solution That Protects Performance
Safeguarding Boiler Integrity for Long-Term Operation Boiler lifetime extension projects require safety-critical systems that can respond reliably to…
Enhancing Boiler Safety at Dungeness B: Engineering Control Systems That Protect and Perform
Extending Reactor Integrity Through Smart Engineering Managing reactor pressure and maintaining boiler integrity are essential to the safe,…
Redefining Reliability: Replacing Obsolete Reactor Pressure Test Systems at EDF’s Heysham 1 and Hartlepool Power Stations
As reactors move from generation into defueling, test and calibration equipment built for the original operating regime often…
Developing Advanced Mobile C&I Test Rigs to Strengthen Nuclear Skills Capability
Empowering Future Nuclear Engineers Through Realistic, Hands-On Learning These mobile C&I test rigs, built for Bridgwater & Taunton…
Nuclear Safety Critical Gas Measurement Systems for Hinkley Point C
Representative effluent sampling is essential to environmental monitoring at nuclear facilities, ensuring that samples accurately reflect the volume…
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.
Ensuring Long-Term Reliability and Regulatory Confidence at Heysham 1
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.
Enabling Reliable Reactor Control Through Targeted Engineering Support
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.
Delivering Resilient Control: SCADA System Upgrade at Hinkley Point B
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.
Modernising Legacy Process Control: PM2 Control System Replacement
The legacy ABB Advant AC450 control system at St Cuthbert’s Mill was replaced with a modern PLC and SCADA platform to improve long-term reliability.
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.
