Background
Previous EPRI Conferences on Welding and Repair Technology highlighted emerging repair technologies and reviewed many established methodologies for repairing power plant components, including reactor pressure vessels, steam generators, rotors/discs, casings, blades, nozzles, pipes, headers, valves, and pumps. Favorable response from utility members and vendors prompts the continued offering of this popular event. The 2012 conference will capture emerging and advanced repair technologies for nuclear, fossil, and turbines. Specific emphasis will be directed toward pressurized component repair and advanced technologies such as automated welding.
Today, emerging issues such as life expectancy of repaired components; avoidance of time-consuming postweld heat treatments; repair guidelines for aging components; on-line repair options; use and application of advanced alloys; and repair procedures for critical high-temperature locations in rotors, blades, headers, and piping are increasingly important. EPRI, utilities, OEMs, and vendors worldwide have been carrying out related research and application activities. As a result of these issues and efforts, there exists a need to consolidate this experience and identify current limitations and future needs.
Technical Scope
The Welding and Repair Technology for Power Plants Tenth International EPRI Conference will address the repair of nuclear, fossil, HRSG, and steam turbine power plant components. Topics for discussion will include repair methods, performance, prior service effects, repair qualifications, materials properties, advanced repair technology, corrosion, and case histories. Emerging and advanced welding technologies for new fabrication and repair will also be addressed. The program, designed for technical exchange between participants, will highlight utility needs and current industry capabilities and experience.
