In response to Ontario's ambitious nuclear development plans, including Ontario Power Generation's (OPG) plan to build four small modular reactors at the Darlington nuclear site, Celeros Flow Technology has committed to expanding its plant in Burlington, Ontario, to make it the first. Established manufacturer of qualified nuclear bombs.
The expansion could also meet OPG's current operations and renewal needs at the Darlington and Pickering plants, according to the Nov. 7 announcement, which also noted that more than 800 Celeros FT valves are in operation at the four Darlington units. and in Pickering's six. seasons.
In a separate announcement, Celeros FT said it is also committed to finalizing a business case for a new nuclear valve manufacturing facility in Ontario to further support the growth of new nuclear valves in the province.
Commenting on OPG's nuclear construction strategy, Ken Hartwick, president and CEO of OPG, said: “Our plans for new generation of nuclear power to drive electrification and a growing economy will also contribute to the continued growth of that economy. , via the Ontario Nuclear Power Plant. supply chain. As other jurisdictions expand their nuclear footprint, they will look to Ontario for our expertise, components and services, strengthening the province as a provider of clean energy to the world.”
Shakil Ahmed, director of Celeros FT's Burlington plant, said: "Recent investments in our accredited nuclear facilities in the US, France and Canada ensure that we can continue to provide robust technical power control solutions that address the challenges of generating power at a rapid pace. ." step. The world is changing" and that his company "is proud to support [OPG's] SMR construction program, which will provide a secure energy supply for Ontario, stimulate the local economy and create jobs in the area."