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Nuclear power plants and research facilities operate in highly demanding, safety-critical environments where reliability and regulatory compliance are essential. Compressed air plays a vital role in reactor control, emergency systems, valve actuation, pressure testing, and gas handling across nuclear operations.

Haskel provides oil-free gas boosters, high-pressure valves, and integrated systems engineered for nuclear safety, purity, and performance. Trusted worldwide, Haskel and BuTech solutions support precise handling of helium, nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, and specialty gases - where failure or contamination cannot be tolerated.

Proven High-Pressure Gas Handling Applications in Nuclear Environments

Helium Handling for Cooling & Heat Management

In gas‑cooled reactor designs and advanced nuclear research facilities, helium plays a vital role in heat transfer and cooling. Haskel gas boosters are used to circulate and pressurise high‑purity helium for:

  • Reactor and auxiliary cooling loops
  • Gas scavenging and purification systems
  • Cooling superconducting magnets in research environments

These oil‑free systems support efficient heat removal, maintain non‑toxic and environmentally friendly operation, and minimise energy losses - helping nuclear facilities improve overall plant efficiency and thermal performance.

Thermal Management

Nuclear Pressure Testing, Validation & Vessel Integrity

Haskel delivers high-pressure testing and validation solutions designed for the nuclear industry’s strict safety and regulatory requirements. Our systems support FAT, commissioning, maintenance, and lifecycle recertification across nuclear facilities.

Haskel gas boosters and pumps enable safe, contamination-free pneumatic and hydrostatic testing using inert gases like nitrogen or helium up to 39,000 psi (2,690 bar), or liquids up to 21,750 psi.

Applications include:

  • Pressure vessels and storage cylinders
  • Nuclear piping and tubing systems
  • Safety-critical valves and assemblies

Pressure vessels such as reactor vessels, heat exchangers, and pressurised systems require rigorous validation under extreme conditions. Haskel systems support:

  • Hydrostatic testing for structural integrity
  • Proof pressure testing for design verification
  • Leak testing for long-term containment performance
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Nuclear Off Gas Treatment & Containment

Nuclear facilities generate radioactive off‑gas streams that must be safely treated, compressed, and contained. Haskel gas compression systems are used to compress off‑gas from treatment systems for secure storage in high‑pressure vessels, supporting:

  • Regulatory and environmental compliance
  • Safe long‑term containment
  • Reduced operational risk during normal operation and outages

Cover Gas Management

Haskel gas boosters provide reliable handling of inert cover gases such as nitrogen and helium to:

  • Create protective blankets for moderators and sensitive components
  • Remove moisture and oxygen from cooling and auxiliary systems
  • Maintain stable system pressure and chemistry

Precise pressure control ensures consistent component protection while reducing gas consumption and energy usage across nuclear plant operations.

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Hydrogen Production & Storage in Nuclear Applications

Haskel supports nuclear‑powered hydrogen production using H‑Drive hydraulic gas boosters and H‑Drive System Modules (HSM). These solutions are designed for:

  • High pressure hydrogen compression and transfer
  • Nuclear‑driven electrolysis processes
  • Long‑term hydrogen storage and distribution

Manufactured from hydrogen embrittlement‑resistant alloys, Haskel hydrogen systems ensure long service life, gas purity, and operational safety, supporting nuclear‑enabled hydrogen strategies and the wider clean energy transition.

Discover High-Pressure Industrial Gas Handling Equipment For The Nuclear Industry

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BuTech Valves and Fittings

Rated up to 150,000 psi providing secure containment, isolation, and shutoff for safety critical nuclear systems.

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H-Drive

Heavy duty systems up to 15,000 psi designed for continuous gas transfer and hydrogen compression in nuclear operations.

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Q-Drive

PLC controlled boosters up to 15,000 psi enabling automated, precise gas handling in nuclear facilities.

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Pneumatic Gas Boosters

Oil free boosters delivering pressures up to 39,000 psi for portable nuclear testing, emergency oxygen refilling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Nuclear plants use oil-free gas compression for instrument air, cooling, reactor control, hydrogen handling, and pressure testing. Haskel boosters provide precise control without contamination or electricity.

Why Nuclear Operators Choose Haskel

Nuclear operators choose Haskel for its oil-free, non-lubricated gas compression systems that eliminate contamination and ensure safe operation in hazardous environments. Pneumatically driven and explosion-proof, Haskel solutions deliver precise pressure control with advanced automation for consistent, repeatable performance. 

Designed for continuous duty in demanding nuclear applications, they offer proven reliability backed by rapid global support. All systems are engineered to meet major nuclear and industrial standards, including ASME, PED, EN, ISO, and API, ensuring full compliance and traceability.

See How Haskel Supports Nuclear Safety Critical Operations

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