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FABRICATION OF 4 OFF KILN BARRELS

Portobello-RMF undertook the bespoke fabrication of four Off Kiln Barrels to bespoke client specifications within the Nuclear industry.

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Scope of supply: 4 Off Kiln Barrels
Design Code: ASME VIII Div. 1
Size: 0.5m x 6.4m length
Materials used: Inconel Alloy 600
Project: Replacement Units Kiln Barrel
Key Challenges: The challenges we faced included fabrication and machining to tight tolerances, as well as the specific controls on welding techniques. We also had to execute heat treatment in a vertical orientation, and shrink fitting using liquid nitrogen. However, we successfully overcame these challenges due to the depth of experience and knowledge of our highly skilled workforce.

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