During refueling outages, tasks like removing and reinstalling elongation rods from Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) studs can add significant time to maintenance procedures. Preferred Engineering’s RPV Stud Cap eliminates that inefficiency, streamlining the outage. The RPV Stud Cap allows elongation rods to remain installed inside the stud throughout the maintenance process. Traditionally, rods are removed to prevent damage […]
Made in the U.S.A. – How Preferred is Navigating Tariffs, Supply Chains, and a Growing Demand
Recent economic shifts and international trade tensions have sent waves through the markets. Tariff uncertainty and global supply chain challenges are causing many companies and investors to worry about the future of their operations and product availability. Made in the U.S.A., Preferred Utilities is proud to offer customers confidence and clarity in uncertain times. At Preferred, our products […]
Reliable Sealing for Nuclear Maintenance with the Recirculation Suction Nozzle Plug
Reliability and safety are core to nuclear reactor maintenance, and that’s exactly what you get with Preferred’s Recirculation Suction Nozzle Plug (N1). It is designed to provide a secure and repeatable seal of the recirculation suction nozzle for Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs), ensuring safe isolation during outages. With its precision fit, dual-seal design, and reliable seal, the N1 […]
Streamlining Outage Efficiency at a Pennsylvania Nuclear Power Plant
As seen in POWER Magazine Nuclear power plant outages demand efficiency, safety, and a high level of coordination to execute time-critical tasks and bring plants back online quickly. When a Pennsylvania nuclear power plant faced excessive critical path time due to outdated steam line plugs and a unique control rod blade transportation and storage requirement, the plant’s leadership […]
Preferred Engineering announces the filing of a US Patent for a Modular Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) Platform
Preferred Engineering is proud to announce our patent-pending modular, two-tiered platform system for safe and efficient use in nuclear facilities. The Modular Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) Platform is designed to safely and efficiently manage the handling and sealing of ISFSI casks. Removable swing gates open and swing out of the way, without needing a crane, which […]
Powered by Nuclear, Backed Up by Diesel
Nuclear power plants are a cornerstone of the US energy grid. That’s why reliability isn’t optional, it’s essential. Ensuring uninterrupted operation and continuous safety requires a multi-layered strategy. At Preferred Engineering and Preferred Utilities, we offer a comprehensive suite of engineered solutions that, together, ensure nuclear facilities remain safe and operational during both routine maintenance and unexpected events. […]
10 Minutes to Safety with Preferred Engineering’s Cavity Floor Covers
When you are performing nuclear power plant maintenance, every minute counts. The ultimate goal is to increase the safety of your personnel by reducing exposure time, while still ensuring your part is 100% up to task. Outdated sealing methods can severely hamper progress during an outage. For example, OEM hatch covers often require cumbersome Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV), […]
Simplify and Streamline your Shroud Head Bolt Latching/Unlatching
The latching/unlatching of shroud head bolts is a critical task during boiling water reactors (BWRs) refueling outages. Traditional methods for assembly and disassembly can be time-intensive and consume overhead crane time. To address these challenges, Preferred Engineering has developed an innovative shroud head bolt wrench designed to streamline the process and enhance operational flexibility. The Preferred Engineering Shroud […]
Improve Safety with Preferred Engineering’s Strongbacks
Personnel safety in nuclear power plants is always on our minds at Preferred Engineering, especially for maintenance and handling of large reactor components. To support operational safety and efficiency during BWR reactor maintenance, we offer robust strongback solutions designed to reduce radiation exposure and ease component handling. The Cattlechute Strongback provides high-strength support designed with either an integral […]
The Control Rod Blade Rack: A Critical Storage Solution
The Control Rod Blade Rack from Preferred Engineering is an essential component for securely and efficiently storing control rods during periods of maintenance, refueling, or reactor shutdown. Control rods are integral to the safe operation of Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs), where they play a critical role in controlling the fission process by absorbing excess neutrons. During times when […]