AREVA NP Metrology Services: Aligning Real World Success in a Virtual World

Abstract

Metrology services sold to the nuclear power industry, where access is limited, the environment is unforgiving and the cost of a second visit is high. Paul Nicholas gives an overview of AREVA's metrology business and the technical processes behind it, the integration of precision measurement with laser scanning, and four case studies: laser scanning and surface modelling to support transformer replacements, onsite piping modifications, a core drill layout project, and spent fuel pool and dry cask storage. The honest part of the talk is the second half of its stated payoff – a better understanding of the challenges of providing metrology services in that industry at all.