First 3D-printing part operating in power plant

摘要

Siemens has achieved the first successful commercial installation and continuing safe operation of a 3D-printed part in a nuclear power plant. Following the integration of 3D printing as part of its digital services portfolio, Siemens says that is has completed the first installation of a 3D-printed part in a nuclear power plant. The replacement part produced for the Krsko nuclear power plant in Slovenia is a metallic, 108 mm diameter impeller for a fire protection pump that is in constant rotating operation. The water pump provides pressure for the fire protection system at the plant.