William Cook Cast Products achieves EDF Nuclear approval
William Cook Cast Products in Sheffield has been approved to supply components for EDF nuclear power plants.
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William Cook Cast Products in Sheffield has been approved to supply components for EDF nuclear power plants.
Read MoreThe scope of the approval covers steel castings for pumps and valves to be installed in nuclear power plants built and operated by EDF. The approval is the result of a rigorous qualification process. It follows the Company’s recent accreditation to the ISO 19443 (nuclear quality management) and ISO 17025 (independent laboratory) standards. William Cook Cast Products is investing heavily in its Sheffield operations to consolidate its position as a leading supplier of safety-critical, high-integrity steel components to the civil and naval nuclear sectors. Recent investments include a 9MeV linear accelerator radiography unit, upgraded foundry facilities and an ISO 17025-accredited metallurgical laboratory. The Company has a dedicated nuclear team, led by Dr Nora Harris. Approval from EDF opens up opportunities for William Cook Cast Products to supply the Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and EPR2 nuclear power plant projects.