BBR nuclear tendons

Powerful and trusted technology

With over 60 years’ experience in the design and application of post-tensioning products, it will be no surprise that BBR tested their first high capacity tendons for nuclear power stations in the 1960s. Since then, the BBR Network has applied this leading edge technology to 65 nuclear facilities in many countries. For continuous safety of service of large tendons, regular controls are of great importance. BBR Network members have been carrying out lift-off tests and routine cable inspections and replacements. The BBR VT CONA CMI system for nuclear applications has secured European Technical Approval ETA - and set a new world record in 2008 when a 73-strand tendon was successfully tested to the Guidelines for European Technical Approval ETAG 013.