Waste Applications

Waste Characterization

Quickly characterize waste drums
Fast identification decreases scan time
Recommended series: A, H, or P

Find direction and character of sources
Localize without exposing operator to high-radiation field

Waste Quantification

Quickly quantify radiation sources in the field
Perform advanced quantification in post-processing to account for shielding, source geometry, and distributed sources
Recommended series: H, P, or S

SourceTerm at the Nuclear Industry Proficiency Test Exercise 2019

The H3D H420 was used in conjunction with SourceTerm software package at the Nuclear Industry Proficiency Test Exercise in 2019. Prior to measurment, a waste drum was spiked with Cs-137, Co-60, and Am-241. The location of these isotopes was not disclosed before measurements were taken.

The H420 was able to locate and identify the source package in the upper chamber of the waste drum as Am-241, Co-60, and Cs-137 (shown above). Using SourceTerm in post-processing, the source package was further analyzed and accurately quantified (shown to the left).

Real-Time Isotopic Trending

Quickly characterize waste in pipes
Provides real-time ratios and isotopics
Replaces need for chemistry samples

Easy to spot pipe buildup
Quickly view distribution of sources along pipes
Recommended series: H, P, or S

Measurements at Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Station showing ability to replace the need for chemistry samples for certain applications.

Verify the Adequacy of Temporary Shielding

Determine whether or not shield is effective
Verify shield reduced radiation to safe levels or below that from another source
Recommended series: H or P

Shipping & Cargo Inspection

Recommended series: A, H, or P

Ensure cargo meets shipping and receiving requirements
Scan for radioactive contamination
Fast imaging allows easy preparation of shipments
Quickly locate where in container needs shielding