Development of high-frequency induction melting system for radioactive waste disposal

The amount of low level radioactive solid waste is expected to increase because of dismantling of nuclear power plants and nuclear science research facilities. But disposal area for radioactive waste is limited, therefore it's important to reduce waste volume as low as possible. Kawasaki Plant Systems, Ltd. has developed melting techniques for waste volume reduction. This is a high-frequency induction melting system using a nonconductive canister and AI-ring. This melting system can dispose low level radioactive waste of high efficiency and safety. (author)