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Bruce Power Wins Prestigious Industry Award for 3D Printed Radiation Shielding using Technology Created by Rapid 3D Shield, a Subsidiary of Vulcan GMS and The Virtual Foundry
Stoughton, WI – September 18, 2024: The Virtual Foundry and its subsidiary, Rapid 3D Shield, leading innovators in 3D printing materials, are proud to announce that Bruce Power has been awarded a Top Innovative Practice (TIP) Award at the Nuclear Energy Institute’s (NEI) Nuclear Energy Assembly. This prestigious award recognizes Bruce Power’s groundbreaking approach to radiation safety using 3D printing technology with a tungsten-infused filament developed by The Virtual Foundry/Rapid 3D Shield.
Bruce Power’s innovative solution leverages 3D printing to create custom radiation shielding components with unprecedented speed and precision. This approach allows for the fabrication of shielding for hard-to-reach areas, enhancing worker safety and efficiency in nuclear power plant operations.
Our tungsten-composite PLA filament played a crucial role in this achievement. Tungsten’s high density and ability to attenuate radiation make it an ideal material for 3D printed shielding. Rapid 3D Shield’s expertise in developing advanced 3D printing materials enabled Bruce Power to realize the full potential of this technology for radiation safety.
“We are thrilled that Bruce Power’s innovation has been recognized with this prestigious award,” said Bradley Woods, Founder/CEO at The Virtual Foundry. “This achievement highlights the transformative power of 3D printing and advanced materials in critical industries like nuclear energy. We are proud that Bruce Power use our 3D Printable Tungsten Filament for this project and look forward to further collaborations that push the boundaries of what’s possible with 3D printing.”
The Virtual Foundry continues to lead the way in developing innovative composite 3D printing materials for a wide range of applications. This recognition further solidifies the company’s commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that enable advancements in various industries, including nuclear energy, aerospace, and healthcare.
Rapid 3DShield is a subsidiary of Vulcan Global Manufacturing Solutions and The Virtual Foundry, inc.
About Bruce Power
Bruce Power is a Canadian nuclear power company and one of the largest nuclear generators in the world. Committed to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility, Bruce Power plays a critical role in providing clean and reliable electricity to millions of people.