NPCIL's Kaiga Unit-1 Achieves Record-Breaking Milestone in PHWR Life Cycle
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NPCIL's Kaiga Generating Station Unit-1 has achieved a significant milestone in the life cycle of a Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) with the successful completion of the En-Mass Coolant Channel Replacement (EMCCR) and En-Mass Feeder Replacement (EMFR) programme.
A Complex Engineering Programme
The EMCCR programme involved a series of highly specialised activities, including defueling, heavy-water draining, removal and replacement of coolant channels, in-core inspections, installation and inspection of new coolant channels, fresh-fuel loading, leak testing, heavy-water filling, hydrotesting, hot conditioning, and approach to reactor criticality. Each stage was carried out under rigorous safety oversight, ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability.
A Record-Breaking Achievement
Kaiga Unit-1 achieved this milestone in the shortest time among NPCIL units that have undergone EMCCR & EMFR. This achievement is a testament to the expertise and dedication of the NPCIL team, who worked tirelessly to complete the programme in record time.
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The successful completion of this complex engineering programme represents a major milestone in the life cycle of a PHWR, strengthening the foundation for continued safe and reliable generation of clean electricity. With over 25 years of safe operation and supplying about 37,670 Million Units of electricity to the grid, Kaiga Unit-1 has proven itself to be a reliable source of clean energy.
Restart Activities Begin
The successful completion of the EMCCR programme marks the beginning of restart activities for Kaiga Unit-1. The unit has successfully loaded its first new fuel bundle, marking the start of a new chapter in its life cycle.
Conclusion
The completion of the EMCCR programme at Kaiga Unit-1 is a significant achievement for NPCIL and the Indian power sector. It demonstrates the organisation's commitment to safety, reliability, and innovation, and sets a new benchmark for the industry. As Kaiga Unit-1 continues to generate clean electricity, it serves as a shining example of the potential of PHWRs to provide safe and reliable energy for generations to come. The successful completion of this complex programme is a testament to the expertise and dedication of the NPCIL team, and serves as a model for future projects.
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