21 July 2026

Qualification of a steam suction tool

OBJECTIVES

Qualifying a steam suction tool for the nuclear sector by ensuring compliance with the operating conditions defined by the client. Specifically, in terms of flow rate, pressure, and passage speed, thanks to a controlled and regulated steam solution.


CLIENT REQUEST

As part of a project to qualify a steam suction tool for the nuclear sector, the client was looking for an installation that could faithfully reproduce the conditions defined in its specifications.

The main expectations were:

    • Steam flow rate of 0.250 t/h
    • Operating pressure of 8 bar
    • Compliance with passage speeds
    • Equipment qualification in complete safety

CHALLENGE

Providing steam production capable of maintaining a low flow rate with very precise regulation, while meeting the technical requirements of the nuclear sector as well as the constraints of a site located in a marine environment.


TIBBLOC SOLUTION

Tibbloc installed an electric steam boiler on its site equipped with a pressure reduction system and instantaneous flow control.

The installation also included:


PROFITS

  • Qualification compliant with specifications
  • Precise flow and pressure regulation
  • Minimization of steam losses
  • Complete ready-to-use solution
  • Testing performed at the Tibbloc facility
  • Technical support dedicated to the nuclear sector