Enerpac Receives Contract from Holtec International

Enlarge Image Enerpac Vertical Cask Transporter

July 6, 2016 - Enerpac has been awarded a contract from Holtec International, a global supplier of nuclear equipment and handling systems within the energy industry. Enerpac will design, fabricate, and commission a 170-metric-ton Vertical Cask Transporter (VCT).

The VCT combines the lifting capability of a hydraulic gantry with the flexibility of a self-propelled modular transporter (SMTP). The VCT will provide Holtec with a system for safely handling and transporting casks at a spent nuclear fuel storage facility.

“The Vertical Cask Transporter is the ideal solution for moving spent nuclear fuel storage casks that need to be lifted and maneuvered on-site,” said Mart Hinnen, director of projects and engineering, Enerpac. “It is especially suited to handling casks where space restrictions rule out the use of a crane, or if companies are looking for a completely integrated lift and transport system.”

The wheeled cask transporter’s modular assembly design features a number of key functional and safety features including:

• Normal steer, 90 degree turn, crab and auto-rotation turn and drive capability
• Innovative cab design, allowing the VCT operator to face the direction of travel
• Integrated cask restraint for safe handling of the casks
• Hydraulically operated clamp that secures the cask for transport
• Drop prevention system
• Low ground bearing pressure
• CE certification