BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) specializes in providing high-quality replacement parts for commercial nuclear components, leveraging extensive experience and a commitment to innovation. With a diverse inventory of certified raw materials readily available, BWXT can initiate manufacturing immediately upon order release, ensuring expedited service. The company also maintains a stock of finished components for immediate delivery. All replacement parts are produced to the same stringent standards as the original steam generators and associated components, adhering to quality benchmarks such as ASME, CSA, and ISO, along with jurisdictional standards from NUPIC and CANPAC. BWXT's capabilities include calibration tubes, manway covers and diaphragms, divider plates/skins, elongation rods/studs, feeders, FME bungs, locking tabs, and manway manipulators, guaranteeing reliability and performance for end-users in the nuclear industry.
The pressurizer from BWX Technologies, Inc. is a critical component designed to establish and regulate the operating pressure within the primary heat transport system of nuclear reactors. This tall, cylindrical tank utilizes electrical heaters to elevate the saturation pressure of its water and steam inventory, ensuring optimal performance. It is connected to the reactor coolant loop's hot leg through a 10-inch diameter surge line, while spray is introduced near the top via a nozzle from a cold leg. The design includes three replaceable heater bundles located in the lower section and pressure relief devices mounted at the top, enhancing safety and operational efficiency in commercial nuclear applications.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) specializes in the manufacturing of spent fuel containers, providing innovative solutions for both commercial and non-commercial applications. With a focus on build-to-print designs, BWXT collaborates closely with clients to create cost-effective manufacturing plans tailored to specific requirements. Their advanced manufacturing capabilities enable them to meet stringent scheduling demands while ensuring the highest quality standards. The spent fuel containers are engineered to safely store and transport spent nuclear fuel, featuring robust designs that maintain a leak-tight, inert atmosphere to preserve the integrity of the fuel cladding. BWXT's extensive experience and commitment to safety have earned them a global reputation as a leader in nuclear component manufacturing.
The reactor vessel is a crucial component of a nuclear reactor's coolant system, designed to house the reactor core safely and efficiently. With a cylindrical shell and a spherical bottom head, it features a ring flange at the top where a closure head is securely bolted. Typically constructed from low-alloy steel, the vessel is lined with stainless steel cladding to enhance corrosion resistance. Standing approximately 41 feet (12.5 meters) tall and boasting an internal diameter of 171 inches (4343 mm), the vessel's shell wall and internal cladding have minimum thicknesses of 8.4 inches (213 mm) and 0.125 inches (3.18 mm), respectively. To further protect its integrity, reflective metal insulation is applied to the exterior surfaces, ensuring optimal performance and safety in nuclear operations.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a leader in the nuclear industry, specializing in the design and manufacture of high-quality heat exchangers that ensure efficient heat transfer in nuclear power plants. With over 305 original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and replacement nuclear steam generators, along with more than 100 other heat exchangers, BWXT has established a reputation for reliability and longevity in its products. Our heat exchangers play a crucial role in transferring heat from the reactor to the secondary steam generator, effectively redistributing condensate generated from turbine exhaust steam. Leveraging extensive experience across all phases of design, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and servicing, BWXT continues to set the standard for excellence in nuclear heat transfer systems.
BWX Technologies, Inc. specializes in the design and manufacturing of reactor vessel closure heads, which are critical components of nuclear reactors. The reactor vessel serves as the core housing for the coolant system, featuring a cylindrical shell with a spherical bottom head and a top ring flange to which the closure head is bolted. Constructed primarily from low-alloy steel, the vessel is internally clad with stainless steel to enhance corrosion resistance. With a height of nearly 41 feet (12.5 meters) and an internal diameter of 171 inches (4343 mm), the reactor vessel is robustly engineered, featuring a minimum shell wall thickness of 8.4 inches (213 mm) and an internal cladding thickness of 0.125 inches (3.18 mm). Additionally, reflective metal insulation is applied to the exterior surfaces to optimize thermal performance.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a leader in the development of advanced medical isotopes, focusing on innovative solutions to meet critical market demands. Since entering the medical radioisotope sector in 2018 through the acquisition of Nordion’s medical isotope business, BWXT has prioritized the creation of therapeutic and theranostic radiochemicals. The company has successfully launched its Lu-177 and Ac-225 programs, addressing significant supply challenges in the industry. BWXT's proprietary Mo-99 production process, which utilizes natural molybdenum targets in commercial power reactors, not only eliminates the need for enriched uranium but also mitigates waste associated with traditional production methods. This commitment to innovation ensures that BWXT remains at the forefront of providing essential medical isotopes to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes.
BWXT Medical Ltd. is a leading innovator in the field of nuclear medicine, dedicated to enhancing patient care through advanced medical technologies. The company specializes in the production and supply of critical radioisotopes, including Actinium-225, which plays a vital role in targeted alpha therapy for cancer treatment. With a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, BWXT Medical collaborates with industry partners to ensure a reliable supply of medical isotopes for clinical trials and commercial applications. Under the leadership of President Vittorio Puppo, appointed in August 2024, BWXT Medical continues to drive innovation and excellence in nuclear medicine, contributing significantly to the healthcare community.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT), located in Lynchburg, Virginia, operates the world’s first commercial Critical Experiment Laboratory and has been a leader in the field for over 60 years. Since the late 1950s, BWXT has specialized in fabricating research and test reactors for educational institutions and national laboratories. In 1981, the company established a dedicated facility for producing fuel elements specifically for the Department of Energy's laboratory program. Additionally, BWXT has played a vital role in supplying uranium targets for medical isotopes used in cancer detection and treatment. Currently, BWXT stands as the sole North American supplier of research reactor fuel elements, supporting colleges, universities, and national laboratories with innovative solutions in nuclear technology.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is a leader in laboratory services, offering a comprehensive range of capabilities supported by a highly skilled team of engineers, chemists, program managers, health physicists, and technicians. Located in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT's laboratories are equipped to handle critical projects with rapid turnaround times, including failure investigations and sample analysis. The facilities include specialized areas such as a failure analysis laboratory, hot cell facility, nondestructive evaluation systems, and advanced analytical chemistry labs. With a rich history of innovation dating back to 1956 when BWXT established the first privately financed nuclear experiment laboratory, the company continues to excel in providing essential support to the commercial nuclear power industry while maintaining rigorous quality assurance standards that meet all industry requirements.
BWX Technologies, Inc. is a leader in advanced technologies, specializing in innovative solutions for the nuclear and aerospace industries. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on people-driven innovation, BWX delivers high-quality products and services through its subsidiaries. The company’s expertise encompasses a wide range of applications, including nuclear propulsion systems, medical isotopes, and advanced manufacturing techniques, positioning BWX as a key player in supporting national security and advancing technological progress.
BWX Technologies, Inc. is a leader in the production of TRi-structural ISOtropic (TRISO) fuel, with state-of-the-art facilities located in Lynchburg, Virginia. Our Specialty Fuel Facility is fully licensed and operational, currently expanding its capacity to meet the growing demand for advanced nuclear fuel solutions. With over 15 years of experience in the U.S. Office of Nuclear Energy’s Next Generation Nuclear Plant program, we specialize in the fabrication of TRISO-coated kernels, which are essential for the development of safe, compact nuclear reactors designed to efficiently generate electricity and hydrogen. Our commitment to innovation and quality has positioned us as a trusted partner in producing TRISO fuel for diverse applications, including Department of Defense microreactors and advanced civil reactors, supported by our vertically-integrated uranium processing capabilities.
Cunico, a division of BWX Technologies, Inc., has been a leader in naval product manufacturing since its establishment in 1951 in Long Beach, California. Specializing in high-performance components for submarines, aircraft carriers, and naval surface ships, Cunico produces Level 1 cold-formed and specialty fittings, piping systems, and valves that meet stringent Military Specifications for the U.S. Navy and other prominent defense contractors such as Electric Boat and BAE Systems. With over 69 years of industry experience, Cunico is renowned for its commitment to quality and reliability, having an extensive installed base of main seawater systems on 86 SSN’s/SSBN’s. The company's Quality System for fittings and valves adheres to military, nuclear, and non-nuclear standards, as well as ANSI and ASTM quality requirements, ensuring exceptional performance in demanding environments.
Dynamic Controls Ltd. (DCL), established in 1960, is recognized as the "Leader by Design" in the development of high and low-pressure cartridge valves, manifolds, reducing stations, and fluid/gas systems tailored for critical applications. With approximately 60,000 installed cartridge valve systems across nuclear submarines, diesel-electric submarines, aircraft carriers, and Navy surface ships, DCL demonstrates a robust presence in demanding environments. The company excels in 3D modeling design and has a proven track record in manufacturing fluid/gas flow components capable of withstanding high-pressure scenarios. DCL's stringent quality assurance processes comply with military, nuclear, and ANSI standards, including certifications such as MIL-I-45208A and ISO-9001. Additionally, BVMI, a division of DCL, specializes in designing and manufacturing specialty valves for the nuclear sector and offers bellow sealed and cartridge valves for critical applications.
The Core Reactor Toolset for Engineering Simulation (CORTES™) developed by BWX Technologies, Inc. is an advanced software suite designed to streamline the design and qualification of cutting-edge reactor technologies. By leveraging artificial intelligence, CORTES™ efficiently evaluates design requirements and accelerates the engineering workflow across diverse applications, including mobile microreactors, space nuclear propulsion, fission surface power, and fixed microreactors. This versatile tool enables engineers to conduct thorough uncertainty and sensitivity studies, facilitating informed design decisions while managing multiple variables simultaneously. With its ability to quickly adjust thermal, neutronic, and structural components, CORTES™ empowers engineers to optimize configurations early in the design process, ultimately driving innovation from pre-conceptual design to manufacturing.
