MRD utilized their experienced engineering team and extensive design tool portfolio of SolidWorks® CAD, proficient weld designers, and FEA to put together a working model specification. MRD worked with the plant operators and their engineers to determine a suitable and allowable installation procedure, kicking off fabrication.
MRD designed a quick adjustable restraint frame that eventually would bear on existing infrastructure around the reactor vessel entrance. Angle pads were used to bear on entrance corners to transmit pressure bearing load to the structure.
MRD utilized its resources to machine and weld the bulkhead out of aluminum plate and bar. In-stock high strength SEALFAST® Inflatable seals were chosen to conform to the rough concrete wall surfaces and carbon steel base frame.