We talk a lot about custom engineered solutions here at Preferred Engineering. That’s because we know that every nuclear facility has its own unique needs, requirements, safety concerns, and bottlenecks. What works perfectly for one facility won’t be the same for any other. So, while every facility may need an inspection hatch seal, for example, the exact requirements […]
Gear up for Data Center Onsite Power Generation
The data couldn’t be clearer in Bloom Energy’s second annual Data Center Power Report; data centers are gearing up to rely on their own onsite power sources at a rapid rate. While we may want to take their findings with a grain of salt (Bloom Energy is a Fuel Cell company, after all), we can’t deny that their […]
Outstanding Safety in a Lightweight Package
What can you do when you need a safety railing where there isn’t one built into your nuclear facility? It’s not always the best option (or even possible) to attach a permanent structure. That’s where Preferred Engineering’s Lightweight Railings come in. We know that OSHA standards require a standard of safety, but even more than standards, we want […]
Reliable Sealing with PE Custom Covers for Nuclear Facilities
Nuclear facility outage schedules are tight with critical safety components. But sometimes you have to seal openings that are irregular in shape or size. This is where Preferred Engineering’s Custom Covers can provide an outstanding solution in both PWR and BWR facilities. Customized solutions are often the most effective way to address outage challenges because every generating station […]
Cavity Lift
During refueling outages, it isn’t always feasible or safe, to use a cavity ladder to transport personnel and material from the refuel floor to the cavity floor. That’s why Preferred Engineering designed a temporary Cavity Lift designed to transport up to 1000lbs in situations where a crane isn’t ideal and a ladder may not be the best option. […]
Reliable Fuel Systems make Reliable Data Centers
Data centers are a rapidly expanding sector of mission-critical applications, where uninterrupted power is both a huge challenge and entirely non-negotiable. They are relied upon across all industries for cloud computing, AI workloads, financial platforms, healthcare systems, e-commerce and so much more. Even brief power interruptions can cause major issues from business downtime to data corruption to long-term […]
Can Data Centers be More Sustainable?
Data centers are often criticized for their massive energy consumption, but in Finland they are doing some really interesting things to reduce that perception. Rather than letting the heat generated by data center servers dissipate into the atmosphere, facilities are capturing the waste heat and feeding it into local district heating systems. In Mäntsälä, for example, the excess […]
PE Saves the Day with the Right Equipment at the Right Time
A customer’s sister site recently discovered the power of being prepared with the right equipment at the right time… As this plant was going back online after an outage, early in the power-up phase they detected a leak in a weld. The welder needed to go back down to fix it. Usually, this fix requires several days to […]
Turning Outage Issues into Custom Equipment Success Stories
Every outage in a nuclear facility brings its own set of challenges. Whether it’s accessing hard-to-reach components, safety in high-dose areas, or time on critical path, facilities need partners who understand the stakes and can deliver effective, efficient, and compliant solutions. That’s where Preferred Engineering (PE) comes in. PE specializes in designing and manufacturing custom-engineered equipment to meet […]
The Right Shielding Solution Enhances ALARA and Operator Safety During Fuel Transfers
Effective shielding protects workers and reduces radiation exposure during fuel movement in nuclear power plants. Preferred Engineering’s Fuel Transfer Canal Shield, also known as the Cattlechute, is specifically designed to support ALARA principles by minimizing exposure while maintaining efficiency during fuel transfers. Safer Fuel Transfers As fuel bundles are transferred through the fuel slot, radiation levels can increase […]