An energy company based in Wisconsin, USA, was looking to reduce workers’ exposure to canisters filled with nuclear fuel. To remove the canisters, the company had to construct a scaffold framework that was not conducive for schedule optimization and exposure reduction.

The company delivers clean energy across North America. They develop, construct, and operate power plants, including nuclear that produce electricity.

This energy company contacted MarShield to provide a solution to protect their workers from the radiation emitting from the canisters without building a permanent structure. We provided the customer with mobile shielded barriers that allowed for quick dispatch and removal of the canisters with nuclear fuel, reducing the rate of exposure for workers.

Product Specifications 

MarShield designed and manufactured 20 Mobile Lead Lined Radiation Barriers for this customer. The full height solid panel barriers were 36” wide and 72” high. They were lined with 1/2” (12.70 mm) sheet lead with a solid steel frame and a powder coat beige paint finish.

The mobile barriers were fitted with four smooth-rolling heavy-duty swivel casters, two of which could be easily locked into position when required.

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