Computer-Based Protective Relaying Maintenance Program
L. Siekierski (OH)
CANDU Digital Control Computer Upgrade Options
M. de Jong, J. de Grosbois, T. Qian (AECL)
1b: Improving Human Performance - 1
Human Performance Monitoring and Improvement at Pickering
M. Reid (OH)
How and When Will Self-Evaluation Improve Maintenance of CANDU Plants?
K. Mika (OH)
1d: Steam Generator Leak Detection
Steam Generator Leak Detection at Bruce A Unit 1
K. Maynard, V. Singh, D. McInnes (OH)
Acoustic Tool for Leak Inspections in Steam Generator Divider Plates
J. Kowalewski, P. Maak, M. Colbert, R. Black, K. Yiu (OH)
Validating Eddy Current Array Probes for Inspecting Steam Generator Tubes
S. Sullivan, V. Cecco, L. Obrutsky, J. Lakhan, A. Park (AECL)
1e: Fuel Channel Inspections
Eddy Current and Ultrasonic Fuel Channel Inspection at Karachi NPP
W. Mayo (AECL), M. Alam (PAEC)
Detailed Simulation of Ultrasonic Inspections
K. Chaplin, S. Douglas, D. Dunford, L. Lo, C. Daza (AECL)
2a: Rotating Equipment Maintenance
Improving the Reliability of Stator Insulation System in Rotating Machines
B. Gupta, H. Sedding, I. Culbert (OH)
Retrofit of AECL CAN6 Seals into Pickering Shutdown Cooling Pumps
D. Rhodes, R. Metcalfe (AECL), G. Brown, P. Kiameh, P. Burchett (OH)
Improved Operation In CANDU Plants With CAN8 PHT Pump Seals
T. Graham, D. Rhodes (AECL), D. McInnes (OH)
2b: Maintenance Experiences
Darlington Station Outage - A Maintenance Perspective
J. Plourde, J. Marczak, M. Stone, R. Myers, K. Sutton (OH)
Ice Plugs at Darlington Nuclear Generating Station: Teamwork In Action
D. Creates (OH)
Removal & Replacement of a Feeder Tube from a CANDU Reactor
C. Holmes, D. Pink (BW), P. Ahearn (NBP)
2d: Surveillance Programs
CHECWORKS Integrated Software for Corrosion Control
C. Schefski, J. Pietralik (AECL), T. Hazelton, V. Bitonte (OH)
Service Water Systems Management using CHECWORKS
T. Gendron (AECL)
Thermal Efficiency Improvements - An Imperative for Nuclear Generating Stations
S. Hassanien, S. Rouse (OH)
2e: Inspection/Analysis Techniques - 1
Advanced Materials Characterization for Predicting the Intrinsic Cracking Susceptibility of Nuclear Components and Optimizing System Maintenance Strategies
G. Palumbo, P. Lin, E. Lehockey, F. Smith, P. Lichtenberger (OH)
The Application of Operating Deflection Shape Analysis to Resolve Structural Vibration Problems
E. Horton, B. Alavi, R. Zemdegs (OH)
SO8: Investigation and Repair of a Cracked Feeder at Point Lepreau
A. Celovsky, T. Gendron, M. Wright, S. Usmani (AECL), J. Slade (NBP)
3a: Inspection Techniques - 2
Optical Technologies for Measurement and Inspection
D. Mader (OH)
Modeling the Vibration of Fuel Channels and Adjuster Units in CANDU Reactors to Support In-Core Flux Detector Noise Analysis
D. Derksen, D. Chidley (AECL), B. Smith, O. Glockler (OH)
Darlington NGS A: SGECS Condensation Induced Waterhammer Analysis and SGECS Hot Commissioning Test
C. So (AECL), P. Chang, D. Meranda (OH)
3b: Maintenance Management Strategies
Maintenance Recovery at Pickering
J. Coleby, R. Zemdegs (OH)
Implementation of, and Lessons Learned from Work Management Process and Organizational Structure Improvements at Pickering
S. Seedhouse, D. Hunter, T. Chong (OH)
3c: Valve Maintenance
Valve Packing Manual: A Maintenance Application Guide
J. Aikin (AECL), R. McCutcheon, D. Cumming, C. Spence (OH)
Packing Configuration Performance for Small Diameters Stem
J. Aikin, A. Eyvindson (AECL), C. Spence, D. Cumming (OH)
Recommended AOV Diaphragm Replacement Frequencies
K. McLeod (OH)
3d: Steam Generator Repair Strategies
Remote Tube Sample Removal from CANDU Steam Generators
C. Holmes (BW), D. Cislo (Framatome Technologies), S. Plante (HQ)
Electrosleeve Process for In-Situ Nuclear Steam Generator Repair
R. Barton (OH), T. Moran (Framatome Technologies), E. Renaud (BW)
Zero-Reinforcement Vessel Closures G. McClellan, Y. Mou (BW)
3e: Maintenance Program Elements
Pipe Support Program at Pickering
L. Sahazizian, Z. Jazic (OH)
Non-Intrusive Check Valve Diagnostics at Bruce A
S. Marsh (OH)
Pickering Tool Management System
A. Green, E. Wong (OH)
4a: Steam Generator Performance Monitoring
Continuous Monitoring of Steam Generator Performance using Non-Intrusive Downcomer Flow Measurements
C. Taylor, J. McGregor, C. Kittmer (AECL)
Replacement Divider Plate Performance Under LOCA Loading
W. Schneider, G. McClellan (BW), H. Huynh (HQ)
Steam Generator Primary Side Fouling Determination Using Oxiprobe Inspection Technique
F. Gonzalez, R. Dyck, A. Brennenstuhl, G. Palumbo (OH)
4d: Reactor Instrumentation
Laboratory Tests of a Modified He-3 Detector for Use with Startup Instrumentation
T. Qian, P. Tonner, N. Keller (AECL), W. Buyers (NRCC)
Self-Heating, Gamma Heating and Heat Loss Effects on Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) Accuracy
T. Qian, W. Hinds, P. Tonner (AECL)
4e: System Surveillance
Sending More Process Data Without Additional Cables
H. Licht, R. Roicha, M. Rodych (AECL)
Nondestructive Elemental Analysis of Corrosion and Wear Products from Primary and Secondary CANDU Water Circuits
B. Sawicka (AECL)
Primary Side Crud Sampling and Characterization: How It May Help to Better Maintain CANDU Reactors
J. Sawicki, B. Sawicka (AECL), M. Dymarski (OH)
5a: Preventive Maintenance Management
Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) Living Program
I. Khan, R. Aumell (OH)
Infrared Thermography Program at Darlington
B. Speer (OH)
5d: Maintenance Experience
Upgrading Inflatable Door Seals
T. Sykes, R. Metcalfe, L. Welch (OH)
RTD Problems at Darlington
D. McAllindon (AECL), D. Sloan, P. Mayer (OH)
Shielding and Filtering Techniques to Protect Sensitive Instrumentation from Electromagnetic Interference Caused by Arc Welding
W. Kalechstein (AECL)
5e: Radiation Protection
Application of the ALARA Principle to the Bleed Condenser Relief Valve Replacement Project
T. Wong, J. Kroft (OH)
Controlling Radiation Fields in CANDU Reactors using Chemical Decontamination Technologies
D. Miller, D. Guzonas, R. Speranzini (AECL), R. Laporte (HQ), T. Dereski (OH)
Dosimetry Results for AECL Personnel Involved in Maintenance Activities at Off-Shore CANDU Stations
R. Khaloo (AECL)
6a: Improving Human Performance - 2
Development and Implementation of the Pre-Job Briefing Process for Maintenance Work at Pickering
A. Farrell (OH)
Control Maintenance Training Program for Special Safety Systems at Bruce B
T. Zettel, G. Reinwald (OH)
6b: Reactor Face Maintenance
Development of an Improved Low Profile Hub Seal Refurbishment Tool
L. Wagg (AECL)
Strategies for Accelerating the SLARette Process
P. Grewal (AECL)
6c: Ageing Management
The Structural Aging Assessment Program; Ranking Methodology for CANDU Nuclear Generating Station Concrete Components
K. Philipose, C. Seni (AECL), P. Mukherjee, E. McColm (OH)
Evaluation of Nuclear Power Plant Concrete to Maintain Continued Service
E. McColm, P. Mukherjee, J. Sato, J. Kraznai (OH)
6d: Environmental Qualification
Implementation of Environmental Qualification Program in Pickering
N. Mitchell (OH)
Environmental Qualification Testing of TFE Valve Components
A. Eyvindson, J. Aikin (AECL), W. Krasinski, R. McCutcheon (OH)
6e: Steam Generator Cleaning
Steam Generator Cleaning Campaigns at Bruce A: 1993-96
F. Puzzuoli, P. Leinonen, G. Lowe, B. Murchie (OH)
B&W/FTI High Temperature Chemical Cleaning Process
J. Jevec (McDermott Technology), W. Schneider (BW), J. Remarks (Framatome Technologies)