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Press Releases
Bethesda, Md., February 1st, 2010
United States: AREVA Receives NRC Approval for Safety-Related Digital I&C System
AREVA today announced that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted approval for the digital Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) system upgrade of a U.S. nuclear station. AREVA is the first and only supplier to receive NRC approval for full application of a safety-related digital I&C system.
“This NRC approval represents a major milestone for the U.S. nuclear industry,” said Mike Rencheck, Chief Operating Officer, AREVA Inc. “The approval is the culmination of a rigorous and systematic review process by the NRC of our global digital I&C technology (TELEPERM XSTM), and AREVA is grateful to all parties involved for their efforts. Now that it is complete, a digital I&C benchmark is available for the entire nuclear industry.”
TELEPERM XSTM is included in the design for new nuclear plants, like the EPR™ reactor, as well as for the upgrading and modernization of existing plants of virtually all types and from all main suppliers. Worldwide, 55 units have implemented or ordered TELEPERM XSTM systems since its first installation more than 10 years ago.
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More about AREVA:
As the leading U.S. nuclear vendor and a key player in the electricity transmission and distribution sector, AREVA Inc.`s 6,000 U.S. energy employees are committed to serving the nation and paving the way for the future of the electricity market. With 45 locations across the nation and nearly $2 billion in energy revenues in 2008, AREVA Inc., through its subsidiaries, combines U.S. leadership, access to worldwide expertise and a proven track record of performance. In the U.S. and in more than 100 countries around the world, AREVA is engaged in the 21st century`s greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly toward future generations. AREVA Inc. is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Visit us at http://www.us.areva.com/ or follow us at Twitter http://twitter.com/arevainc
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