Nuclear

Nuclear remains a vital component of Britain’s future energy strategy. With continued uncertainty in the global energy markets, it’s crucial that the UK’s energy supply is bolstered by clean, reliable and affordable low carbon domestic power.

Making nuclear smarter, safer and more sustainable

New nuclear will help ensure greater energy independence, as well as drive future economic growth and create high-quality jobs. Nuclear power generation is a low-carbon technology that provides a reliable baseload of energy from a very small footprint. 

The UK’s flagship Hinkley Point C nuclear station, for example, powers around six million homes from a facility built within just 400 acres. However, to be effective, nuclear production demands higher levels of safety and efficiency.

With nuclear set to come more to the fore in the years ahead, as the UK Government moves to secure its domestic energy supplies to cope with future demand, Banelec is your ideal safety and automation partner.

Why choose Banelec?

Banelec has vast experience of helping to make nuclear power facilities smarter, safer and more sustainable.

We offer a complete one-stop service for all your electrical control system needs, based on years of technical experience and expertise in these areas.  

We’ve just completed work within the Hinkley Point C, providing bespoke nuclear-safe prototype precision distribution panels and electrical control systems to ensure safety and streamline operations.

Our nuclear solutions

We offer a complete one-stop service for all your nuclear automation, electrical control system and safety needs. Our breadth of expertise and experience speaks for itself. 

Our full range of solutions for nuclear includes:

  • Electrical controls
  • Robotics
  • Conveyor controls
  • Complete automation solutions
  • Hazardous area enclosures

Dedicated nuclear expertise

The nuclear industry is highly demanding. Safety is a key focus, with stringent standards laid down by an independent regulator, the Office for Nuclear Regulation. As such, equipment, technical specifications, quality assurance and documentation must all meet the highest standards of safety, reliability and performance.

That‘s why working with an experienced safety and automation partner is essential. Banelec has vast expertise in nuclear operations, providing critical-power, electrical control and automations solutions for many years. 

We can provide a range of bespoke solutions and integrated support to optimise the performance and safety of your operations.

Enhanced safety

Plant protection and safety are the primary objectives of every nuclear power facility. Protecting critical equipment and infrastructure is key to meeting those objectives.

We’re certified to ISO 9001:2015 standard for the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of electrical control systems, including special control systems for hazardous environments. Our experienced engineering team can help improve safety in your facility by:  

  • Conducting site visits to identify any improvements, fixes or replacements
  • Sizing and specifying systems
  • Outlining applications, features and benefits
  • Budget estimates and cost modelling
  • Nuclear-related consulting services

Work with us

We’d love to hear about your next nuclear project and what you’re looking to achieve. When you work with us, we’ll take the time to understand and think about your ideas, expectations and objectives.

We’ll then create a bespoke, innovative solution incorporating the latest techniques and technologies. Finally, we’ll engineer, develop, and install your solution to the highest quality standards, overseeing your project delivery to ensure it’s a success.

If your business is looking to achieve improvement through technology, whatever industry you’re in, Banelec can put you in control. Get in touch to find out more.