Engineered solutions to help sustain operations and optimize design
SIA has over four decades of experience helping the nuclear industry design, construct, and maintain power reactors that are safe, reliable, and efficient. We offer a uniquely integrated, multidisciplinary approach that has addressed some of the industry’s most complex challenges. Our solutions combine sophisticated engineering analysis, advanced nondestructive examination, and a deep understanding of the operational, system, and programmatic considerations that impact a plant’s lifecycle. Whether you’re facing an emergent operational challenge or qualifying designs for next-generation advanced reactors, SIA’s expertise is available to deliver results.
World-class FEA and fracture mechanics expertise applied to new designs or emergent problems
Advanced inspection technology coupled with sophisticated engineering methods to validate code compliance and/or accurately characterize degradation
Experienced partner for TLAA and AMP programs, power uprates, and reactor restarts; demonstrated success with NRC interactions
Comprehensive suite of chemistry, radiation protection, environmental, and emergency management services to maintain standards, ensure reliability, and optimize costs
Design, analysis, field testing, and diagnostics for vibration of rotating equipment, piping, structures, and fluid/acoustics
Analysis of new designs or existing components to optimize margins/constructability or evaluate remaining life
Advanced evaluations using sophisticated methods to comply with standards and optimize cost and constructability of new designs and repairs
Fuel performance consultation, fuel evaluation services, and state-of-the-art software for existing commercial plants and advanced reactor designs
Probabilistic and risk-informed methods to accelerate design (leak-before-break) and support critical programs (PRA, ISI, and RIM)
Support for RVI integrity management programs; evaluation of design loads and aging mechanisms (embrittlement, SCC, wear, etc.), assessment of remaining life and reinspection intervals
Analysis, inspection, and repair solutions for the balance of the nuclear island, specializing in demonstrating operability and maximizing component longevity
Comprehensive analytical, inspection, and metallurgical services to support deterministic and risk-based life evaluation and inspection interval adjustments
Lifecycle management of piping, pumps, tanks, and other components that are critical to maintain safe shutdown capacity
Chemical optimization programs, equipment upgrades, radiation management, and plant staff support
Support for aging management, inspection planning, and end-of-life replacement of crucial components needed to maintain reliable operation
Evaluation of static and seismic loadings to optimize new construction, component replacement, and structural rehabilitation projects
Reactor system design and component optimization, fuel analysis and management, seismic evaluation considering soil/structure/fluid interaction, material recommendations, ASME Code analysis, programmatic support (CVAP, RIM, etc.), constructability and inspectability assessments, testing and qualification
Engineered solutions to maintain reliable long-term operation, focused on extending the useful life of existing assets/components and optimizing replacement windows
Products and services that improve operating margin, reduce risk, and ensure reliability — responsive engineering support to help mitigate threats to generation
SI adheres to the highest standards for work quality. Maintaining nuclear system and personnel safety is our highest priority
Utilities leverage our expertise to bolster internal capabilities, address complex problems, and get actionable insights to streamline decision making
Analytical tools, hardware products, and digital solutions that drive reliability and minimize unplanned expenditures
Decades of experience with critical regulatory submittals help streamline reviews and minimize iterations
Support for the entire lifecycle of new reactors, from design and analysis through licensing, construction, and operation
SIA’s highly qualified technical staff have deep domain expertise and experience to provide independent, sophisticated and timely solutions for our clients
SIA’s ongoing research and development efforts result in improved analytical and/or inspection tools, increasing accuracy, and maximizing the value to the customer
Adherence to standards, robust procedures, and continuous training help us deliver best-in-class value by prioritizing accuracy, safety, and timeliness
Continuous research and development efforts result in improved tools for evaluation of critical components, such as robotic examination capabilities for tanks and piping
We couple analytical expertise with advanced inspections and materials assessment to provide actionable answers to the most challenging asset management questions
