Studsvik processing facility pyrolysis/steam reforming technology for volume and weight reduction and stabilization of llrw and mixed wastes

摘要

Studsvik has completed construction, start-up testng, and has commenced commercial operation of a Low-Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW) processing facility in Erwin, TN. The studsvik PRocessing Facility (SPF) has the capability to safely and efficiently receive and process a wide variety of solid and liquid LLRW streams including: ione xchange resins (IER), charcoal, graphite, sludge, oils, solvents, and cleaning solutions with contact radiation levels of up to 1.5 Sv/H (150 R/hr). The licensed and heavily shielded SPF can receive and process liquid and solid LLRWs with high water and/or organic content.