What are the specific applications of mechanical processing in nuclear energy facility maintenance?

Mechanical processing has the following specific applications in nuclear energy facility maintenance:
Component manufacturing and replacement: Nuclear power facilities include various complex mechanical equipment and systems, such as pumps, valves, turbines, generators, etc. In the daily maintenance process of facilities, it may be necessary to manufacture and process components to replace aging, damaged, or malfunctioning components. Mechanical processing technology can be used to manufacture these components, ensuring that they meet precise size and quality requirements.
Equipment repair and reconstruction: If equipment in nuclear facilities malfunctions or is damaged, mechanical processing can be used to repair and rebuild this equipment. For example, if turbine blades are damaged, machining can be used to repair or remanufacture the blades to restore normal equipment operation. This usually involves precise machining and measurement to ensure that the repaired components are fully compatible with the original equipment.
Pipeline and container maintenance: There are numerous pipeline and container systems in nuclear energy facilities used for transporting and storing nuclear materials, coolants, and other fluids. Mechanical processing can be used to maintain and repair these pipelines and containers, such as cleaning, cutting, welding, and sealing treatment. These tasks require high-precision machining techniques to ensure the integrity and safety of pipelines and containers.
Mechanical and shaft seal maintenance: Rotating equipment in nuclear energy facilities typically requires mechanical and shaft seal systems to prevent radiation and fluid leaks. Mechanical processing can be used to manufacture, install, and maintain these sealing systems to ensure their normal operation and effective protection. This includes processing seals, adjusting sealing clearances, and testing sealing performance.
Equipment upgrades and renovations: With the advancement of technology and the improvement of safety standards, nuclear power facilities may need to undergo equipment upgrades and renovations. Mechanical processing plays an important role in these projects, such as improving the structure of equipment, installing new control systems, and adding safety devices. Mechanical processing technology can be used to process and install new components to meet the requirements of upgrades and renovations.
These are the specific applications of mechanical processing in the maintenance of nuclear energy facilities. Through the precision and reliability of mechanical processing, nuclear energy facilities can maintain efficient and safe operation, and meet strict safety standards and regulatory requirements.