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Pat Lewis, ExelonUtility Chair

Heather Feldman, EPRIProgram Manager

Integration Committee MeetingAugust 30, 2016

Pre-Meeting Materials, Rev 1: Engineering Programs (BOPC)

Integration Committee Meeting

Date: August 26, 2016, Rev 1

2© 2016 Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. All rights reserved.

Agenda

Time Topic Lead

8:00 am Welcome and Introductions P. Lewis, Exelon

8:15 am Engineering Programs (BOPC) Program Update Review of Action Items

H. Feldman, EPRI

8:45 am Institute of Nuclear Power Operations Perspectives J. Sears, INPO

9:15 am Technical Highlights - Heat Exchangers, Thermal Performance, Structural Health Monitoring

K. Crytzer, EPRI

9:45 am Technical Highlights – Flow Accelerated Corrosion and Erosion R. Wolfe, EPRI

10:00 am Break All

10:30 am Technical Highlights – Buried Pipe, Service Water, HDPE, Cathodic Protection, Coatings

T. Eckert, EPRI D. Munson, EPRI D. Cimock, EPRI

12:00 pm Lunch - Crescent City Ballroom (ML) All

1:00 pm 2017+ Portfolio Development, Research Focus Areas, Member Feedback, Process Discussion

H. Feldman, EPRI All

2:30 pm Member Satisfaction Survey R. Colthorpe, EPRI

3:00 pm Afternoon Break All

3:30 pm 2017+ Portfolio Development, Research Focus Areas, Member Feedback, Process Discussion (continued)

H. Feldman, EPRI All

4:30 pm Action Item Review and Closing Comments P. Lewis, Exelon

5:00 pm Adjourn




Integration Committee MeetingAugust 30, 2016

Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee

Meeting

Welcome



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Introductions


Engineering Programs (BOPC) TeamUtility Leadership

Patrick Lewis (Exelon) – Chair Integration CommitteePatrick Saueressig (FENOC) – Vice Chair Integration Committee


Engineering Programs(BOPC) TeamEPRI Staff

Tim EckertPrincipal

Technical Leader

Tim EckertPrincipal

Technical Leader

Doug MunsonEngineer

Consultant

Doug MunsonEngineer

Consultant

Ryan WolfePrincipal

Technical Leader

Ryan WolfePrincipal

Technical Leader

Kurt CrytzerSenior

Technical Leader

Kurt CrytzerSenior

Technical Leader

Heather FeldmanProgram ManagerHeather FeldmanProgram Manager

Patty WadeSTE Coordinator

Patty WadeSTE Coordinator

Dylan CimockEngineer III

Dylan CimockEngineer III

Lynette EvansTraining

Coordinator

Lynette EvansTraining

Coordinator

Jill LucasSr. Administrative

Assistant

Jill LucasSr. Administrative

Assistant


EPRI Staff Contact Information Technical Areas

Heather Feldman

[email protected]

Program Manager

Ryan Wolfe [email protected]

FAC, CHECWORKSTM, CHUG, Erosion

Tim Eckert [email protected]

Buried Pipe, BPIG, BOP Corrosion, SWAP

Doug Munson

[email protected]

BOP Corrosion, BPWORKSTM, HDPE

Dylan Cimock

[email protected]

Coatings, Cathodic Protection, Buried Pipe, Concrete

Kurt Crytzer [email protected]

Heat Exchangers, Thermal Performance, HXPUG, P2EP

Lynette Evans

[email protected]

Classroom Training

Patty Wade [email protected]

Standardized Task Evaluation

Jill Lucas [email protected]

Administrative Assistant


Introductions

Attendee Introductions– Name– Utility– Area of Responsibility/Functions– Other EPRI committees/Technical Advisory Groups

Please sign the attendance sheet!


Meeting Overview


Role of Integration Committee Advisor

Have an “EPRI-like” perspective• Research and development / longer-term / strategic focus• Addresses problems that can benefit from collaborative solutions

Advise on Industry Needs and Strategic Priorities• Provide input on project ideas, focus areas, roadmaps, and strategy• Review and provide feedback on the research portfolio

Input • Informal to ascertain group opinion or consensus• Formal to make significant changes


Meeting ObjectivesJanuary Focus: Research Results• Review results from completed projects

• Value and implementation at your utility• Consensus on current year research plan and

deliverables• Identify any “emergent issues” or “course

corrections” • Discuss any new strategic research needs for

future years

• Communication with the Equipment Reliability Action Plan Committee (ER APC)

August Focus: Research Plans Consensus on multi-year research plan

– Identify any emergent issues, course corrections and strategic research needs

Review technical highlights from key projects

Communication with the Equipment Reliability Action Plan Committee (ER APC)


Meeting Format

Tuesday – Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee– Program Update– Updates from INPO – 2016 Project Highlights– 2017+ Portfolio Development Discussion– Member Satisfaction Survey – Action Item Review and Closing Comments– Preparation for the Equipment Reliability Action Plan Committee

Wednesday afternoon – Equipment Reliability Action Plan Committee


Together…Shaping the Future of Electricity



Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee Meeting

August 30, 2016

Engineering Programs (BOPC) Program Overview



Topics

Program MissionResearch Focus Areas and Prioritization Process Training Update2016 Deliverables2016 Meetings and Training Courses2017 Meetings and Training CoursesAction Item Review


Program Mission


Engineering Programs (BOPC) Mission

Improving equipment reliability and plant performance by:– advancing methods and technologies to manage corrosion and

mechanical degradation within the balance of plant piping systems (tanks, vessels, intake structure) and heat exchangers,

– and by developing training tools to enable efficient knowledge transfer, qualifications and proficiency

Right scope, right time, right mechanism for implementation.


Research Focus Areas and Prioritization Process


Research Focus Areas

Flow Accelerated Corrosion and

Mechanical Erosion

Plant Heat Rate Enhancement

Methods

Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water

System Performance

Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance

InnovationPlant Coating

Degradation and Impacts

Buried and Underground Piping

and Tanks Degradation

Fire Protection Piping Structural Integrity and Performance

Non-Metallics


January

• Review research results

May

• Focus Area description and Feedback Form sent to global membership for N+2

June

• Feedback due to EPRI

• Webcast with membership

July

• EPRI program integrates feedback with other information to formulate portfolio

August

• N+1 Portfolio presented at IC for review

• N+2 Portfolio presented at IC for initial endorsement

Portfolio Development / Project PrioritizationTiming


2017 Funding Model and Portfolio Simplification Late 2014: Nuclear Power Council (NPC) Executive Committee requested review

of Nuclear Sector funding model October 2015: NPC endorsed changes, effective with 2017 portfolio

– Eliminate self-directed funding (SDF) Associated movement of 21 supplemental projects into base

– Revise price formula and price ceiling– No change in applicability factors

January 2017: Impact to Engineering Programs/BOPC Integration Committee– CHUG, BPIG, NP3 (HXPUG, SWAP, P2EP) move into base– Funding 2017, 2018, 2019 member funding will remain at the 2016 funding level 2020 moves into sector process for allocating funds

– Transition advisory structure over the next three years


Brainstorming and Member Input: Preliminary Plan

User Groups focus on project discussions that are used to develop Research Focus Areas Integration Committee focuses on strategic discussions of the Research Focus

Areas

2017 2018

2018, 2019

2019, 2020

2020, 2021

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

User Groups

Integration Committee

User Groups


User Groups


User Groups


Brainstorming (2019, 2020)

Member Feedback (2019, 2020)




Training Update


Nuclear Sector Training Matrix is Under Development

Early Development Version


Standardized Task Evaluation Program Update Value – Maintenance Tasks

– Proficiency– Work ready workforce

Trends– Workforce providers are implementing the STE Program– Task list review conducted in August– Self-Assessment conducted in July to August– Connection to Nuclear Promise Initiative Priorities

Success Story– Standardized Task Evaluation Program Enables Workforce Providers to Accelerate

Qualification Efforts, Reduce Training Costs (EPRI Product 3002006720)

Presentation at NMAC/PE IC – Maintenance Focus on Wednesday morning


2016 Deliverables


2016 Deliverables

Product ID Title

Planned Completion

Date3002007627 2015 State-of-the-Fleet Cathodic Protection Assessment Complete3002008069 Small-Bore Piping Pressure Threshold Study Complete3002008126 2015 State-of-the-Fleet Assessment of Flow-Accelerated Corrosion Program

EffectivenessComplete

3002008017 Thermal Performance Modeling Best Practices Complete3002008067 Ultrasonic Exam of Pipe through Coatings Phase 2 Complete3002008011 Buried Pipe Coating Aging Study Complete3002003089 HDPE PENT Testing 08/16/2016

3002005333 HDPE Slow Crack Growth Testing 08/31/2016

3002008071 Flow-Accelerated Corrosion in Power Plants; Revision 2 09/30/20163002008015 Comprehensive Tube Plugging Guide 10/31/20163002008032 Buried Pipe Guided Wave Structural Health Monitoring Development and

Evaluation 10/31/20163002008012 Nuclear Training Matrix 11/01/20163002008016 Comprehensive Heat Exchanger Leak Troubleshooting Guide 11/23/2016


2016 Deliverables (continued)

Product ID Title

Planned Completion

Date3002008063 Development of a Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications. 12/02/20163002008013 Assessment of Available NDE for Selective Leaching 12/16/20163002008014 Chiller Replacement Guide 12/16/20163002008123 Utilization of Ultrasonic Wheel Probe Data in CHECWORKS 12/16/20163002008124 Field Guide: Identification of Flow Accelerated Corrosion and Erosion

Mechanisms12/16/2016

3002008027 2016 Underground Piping and Tank Integrity (UPTI) State-of-the-Fleet Self-Assessments

12/18/2016


2016 Meeting and Training Courses


2016 Engineering Programs (BOPC) MeetingsDate Name of Meeting/Conference Location ContactJanuary 11-12 Nuclear Utility Coatings Council Annual Meeting Orlando, FL David ScottJanuary 19-21 CHECWORKS User's Group Meeting Middleburg, VA Heather FeldmanFebruary 1-4 Heat Exchanger Performance User Group Clearwater Beach, FL Craig Stover

February 8-9Engineering Programs Integration Committee Meeting Austin, TX Heather Feldman

February 4Standardized Task Evaluation Steering Committee Meeting Glen Allen, VA Patty Wade

February 16-18 Buried Pipe Integrity Group Meeting Tampa, FL Tim Eckert

June 20-23Plant Performance Enhancement Program Annual Meeting Savannah, GA Kurt Crytzer

June 21-23 CHECWORKS User's Group Meeting Portland, ME Ryan WolfeJuly 12-14 Buried Pipe Integrity Group Meeting Pittsburgh, PA Tim Eckert July 13-15 Cathodic Protection User Group Pittsburgh, PA Dylan Cimock

July 25-29Service Water Assistance Program Annual Meeting Denver, CO Tim Eckert

August 25Standardized Task Evaluation Steering Committee Meeting Charlotte, NC Patty Wade

August 29-30Engineering Programs Integration Committee Meeting New Orleans, LA Heather Feldman


2016 Classroom Training Offerings

Registration is available on the

EPRI Events Calendar.

Date Course LocationFeb 19 BPWORKS™: Risk Ranking of Buried Piping Systems Tampa, FL

Feb 22-24FAC Program Owner Training(Formerly Flow-Accelerated Corrosion Program Owner) Charlotte, NC

Feb 24-26 CHECWORKS™ Software Training Charlotte, NCMay 10-12 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NCMay 17-20 Service Water System Engineer Course Charlotte, NCMay 23-26 Introduction to Heat Exchanger Training Course Charlotte, NCJun 6-10 Nuclear Coatings Training (Formerly Comprehensive Coatings Course) Charlotte, NCJun 20-21 Low Voltage Cable Aging Management Charlotte, NCJun 22-24 Medium Voltage Cable Aging Management Charlotte, NCJul 11-13 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NC

Jul 11-13Training for the Cathodic Protection System Owner(Formerly CP 101: Training for the Cathodic Protection System Engineer) Pittsburgh, PA

Jul 12-14 Fundamentals of Equipment Seismic Qualification Training Charlotte, NC

Jul 14-15Procurement of Reactor Coolant Pressure Boundary Replacement Items(Formerly ASME Procurement Course) Charlotte, NC

Aug 1-5 Service Water Heat Exchanger Testing Course Charlotte, NCAug 2-4 Equipment Qualification For Nuclear Power Plants Charlotte, NCAug 8-11 Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Course Charlotte, NCAug 9-11 Nuclear Procurement Issues Committee Audit Team Leader Charlotte, NCAug 24-26 Buried Pipe 101: Buried Pipe Program Owner Training Charlotte, NC

Nov 7-9FAC Program Owner Training (Formerly Flow-Accelerated Corrosion Program Owner) Charlotte, NC

Nov 9-11 CHECWORKS™ Software Training Charlotte, NCDec 6-8 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NC


2017 Meeting and Training Courses


2017 Engineering Programs (BOPC) MeetingsDate Meeting Location EPRI ContactJanuary 10-12 CHECWORKS User Group Mobile, AL Ryan Wolfe

January 31Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee Meeting Charlotte, NC Heather Feldman

February 6-9 Heat Exchanger Performance User Group TBD Kurt Crytzer

February 23Standardized Task Evaluation Steering Committee Meeting Charlotte, NC Patty Wade

February 13-17-tentative Cathodic Protection User Group TBD Dylan CimockFebruary 13-17-tentative Buried Pipe Integrity Group Meeting TBD Tim EckertFebruary 20-21 Nuclear Utility Coatings Council Annual Meeting Charlotte, NC Dylan CimockJune 20-22 CHECWORKS User Group Orlando, FL Ryan Wolfe

June 19-22Plant Performance Enhancement Program Annual Meeting Charlotte, NC Kurt Crytzer

July 24-28-tentative Service Water Assistance Program TBD Tim EckertJuly 24-28-tentative Buried Pipe Integrity Group Meeting TBD Tim Eckert

August 29Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee Meeting Hollywood, FL Heather Feldman

September 14Standardized Task Evaluation Steering Committee Meeting Charlotte, NC Patty Wade


2017 Classroom Training Offerings

• Registration is available on the EPRI Events Calendar.

• Registration opens in January 2017.

Date Course Location

May 9-11 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NC

June 5-9 Nuclear Coatings Training Charlotte, NC

June 12-13 Low Voltage Cable Aging Management Charlotte, NC

June 13-16 Service Water System Engineer Course Charlotte, NC

June 14-16 Medium Voltage Cable Aging Management Charlotte, NC

June 26-29 Introduction to Heat Exchanger Training Course Charlotte, NC

July 10-12 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NC

July 10-12 CP101 Training for the Cathodic Protection System Owner Charlotte, NC

July 11-13 Fundamentals of Equipment Seismic Qualification Training Charlotte, NC

July 13-14 Procurement of Reactor Coolant Pressure Boundary Replacement Items Charlotte, NC

Aug 7-11 Service Water Heat Exchanger Testing Course Charlotte, NC

Aug 8-10 Equipment Qualification For Nuclear Power Plants Charlotte, NC

Aug 14-17 Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Course Charlotte, NC

Aug 15-17 Nuclear Procurement Issues Committee Audit Team Leader Charlotte, NC

Aug 21-23 FAC Program Owner Training Charlotte, NC

Aug 22 BPWORKS™: Risk Ranking of Buried Piping Systems Charlotte, NC

Aug 23-25 Buried Pipe 101: Buried Pipe Program Owner Training Charlotte, NC

Aug 23-25 CHECWORKS™ Software Training Charlotte, NC

Dec 5-7 Nuclear Utility Procurement Course Charlotte, NC


Engaging EPRI Research


Plant Engineering Program Cockpit


Monthly Program Updates Purpose

– Update on activities over past 30 days– Look ahead on events for the next 60-90

days Emailed to Integration Committee

Members Posted in Announcements section of

the Plant Engineering Program Cockpit Discussion/Feedback


Project Overview

Purpose– Provide brief project descriptionAvailable on the Plant

Engineering Program Cockpit– Left: ProjectsDiscussion/Feedback


Quarterly Project Status Updates

Purpose– Provide update on project statusAvailable on the Plant

Engineering Program Cockpit– Left: Project Status UpdatesDiscussion/Feedback


Collaboration through participation on Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs )Purpose

– Provide input to projectsContact Technical Lead

– Conference calls for project updates– Review draft reportsDiscussion/Feedback


Elevated Safety through Equipment Reliability

EPRI has over 1,000 products directly related to improving Equipment Reliability

For ease in finding relevant products the Equipment Reliability Matrix was createdComponent specific products are ‘matrixed’ to specific ER needsOver 50 different component categories covered

Match your “Operational Issues” to the Matrix and locate relevant products


Equipment Reliability Matrix

• Login using your EPRI account

• Direct link https://ermatrix.epri.com/

• Link via Plant Engineering Program Cockpit


Action Item Review


Action Item Review Action Person

ResponsibleDue Date Status

Revise Research Focus Areas based on input received. Feldman / EPRI

May 2016 Complete.

Let EPRI know if you want to pilot the training matrix. Integration Committee

March 2016 Complete.

Clarify the meaning of “ease of doing business.” Feldman / EPRI

August 2016 Discussion planned for IC. Complete.

Evaluate the following idea: Develop a “FatigueWorks” all inclusive fatigue monitoring/evaluation program. The model could include susceptible components and have pressure / temperature inputs and other fatigue cycle data entered. An output would be damage cumulations and prediction of residual fatigue lifetime. Report to ER APC.

Feldman / EPRI

August 2016 Research complete. Discussion planned at August 2016 IC meeting.


Action Item Review (continued) Action Person


Evaluate the following idea: Develop an alternative to dimple plugs for detecting condenser leaks that could be installed in a shorter timeframe using less manpower and less scaffold. The method should be able to detect leakage as low as 10 gpd, save outage time and dose. Report to ER APC.

Crytzer / EPRI August 2016 Condenser leak detection methods were evaluated in EPRI Product IDs 3002005336 and 3002002306. Both reports evaluate techniques that have sufficient ability to detect leaks below 10 GPD. The most sensitive techniques (see section 7 of 3002002306) can detect under 1 gallon per day and are efficient. In the case of tracer gas, 3-5 min/test (reference Figure 7-1 in 3002002306). It should be noted that the quantity of tube leaking, chemistry of the circulating water, and the condenser vacuum all affect the nature of the leak. While the tracer gas techniques have demonstrated the ability to detect leaks ~1gpd, an effective tube would be plugged, requiring scaffolding and clearances, and the extent may be determined on the location of the leak. Also, eddy current testing and routine cleaning of tube surfaces would require scaffolding. EPRI is proposing a project for a long term seal for leaking tubes “Condenser Fix-a-flat”.




Look at the idea of coordinating between Chemistry and Engineering, such as the Plant Chemistry Simulator and the document from ~15 years ago that Doug mentioned.

Crytzer and Wolfe / EPRI

August 2016 Complete. A project to develop integrated health monitoring of the secondary system has been proposed in the heat exchangers RFA. System health reports are often silos, which are not conducive to longer term strategic decisions. The proposed project in the heat exchanger RFA intends to bridge these gaps. Discussions are ongoing with the EPRI Chemistry program to make the chemistry analysis tools in CHECWORKSconsistent with the updated correlations in MULTEQ/PCS/CIRCE.

Discuss data reconciliation methods for power recovery project with key industry groups. Crytzer / EPRI August 2016 Complete. Data Reconciliation Project ideas have been presented at the 2016 Plant Performance Enhancement Program meeting. The two main project ideas come from industry operating experience and include equipment reliability of ultrasonic flow meters (UFMs) and flow uncertainty during dispersant injection. These two topics received significant interest during the meeting, in which presentations of UFMreliability issues and dispersant impact to feedwater flow measurements were presented. The two proposed projects are included in Plant Heat Rate strategic plan. Per EPRI Report 3002005345, the NRC is in discussions with Data Reconciliation Software vendors.




Phone call with IC to discuss the proposed scope “cast iron and ductile iron piping materials” within the “Fitness-for-Service of Buried Pipe” project.

Feldman / EPRI

March 2016 Discussed during June 7, 2016 webcast.

Review wording for future surveys to ensure that it doesn’t suggest that the survey is already completed.

EPRI Team Complete Complete

Consider changing the name for the Aging Management Database project because it implies license renewal.

Eckert / EPRI August 2016 Name is changed to Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications.

Talk about pilot study of portable FTIR device for aged buried pipe coatings at the BPIG meeting.

Cimock / EPRI February 2016 Complete. Update on Buried Pipe Aging Study project and results was provided to BPIG AC during conference call.

Assessment of erosion related degradation should include a spreadsheet summary with important parameters (e.g., plant design, system, effects, corrective actions, etc.)

Wolfe / EPRI August 2016 Complete. Including this summary in the report was added to the project plan.

Explore the capability to collaborate with the PSCR group on the erosion testing of duplex stainless steel, and determine if information exists in the EPRI Materials Handbook (e.g, on cavitation).

Wolfe / EPRI August 2016 Complete. The Materials Handbook (3002005470) discusses the application of duplex stainless steels for Service Water piping (e.g., page (I) 3-2) and Pump/Valve Trim Materials (Chapter IV Section 5.6.4), which references cavitation test data in seawater showing the some super-duplex and super-austenitic stainless steels exhibit much lower rates of cavitation induced erosion than 304/316 in seawater. Results are consistent with data that we have already reviewed. EPRI will proceed with our planned testing without additional funding from PSCR, who will be informed of the results for consideration in future versions of the Materials Handbook.




Work with Xcel (Blane Cesnik) to identify someone to participate on the TAG for the chiller project. Determine if the project will address specification issues and vendor qualifications.

Crytzer / EPRI August 2016 Complete. An Xcel person can be on the TAG for the Chiller Project Review. Sent an email to Blane. Stephanie Grygiel is an Xcel person in HxPUG and may be a good choice.The report will discuss design issues associated with a replacement chiller and address how those design requirements should be translated into a bid specification for prospective chiller suppliers. This will include testing and performance validation. Additional guidance will be provided on performing the bid evaluation, selecting an appropriate supplier, and resolving procurement issues. There will be a discussion on fabrication and shipping/handling issues, receipt inspection, storage, and removal of the replaced component.

Provide ASME HDPE Roadmap and EPRI Strategic Plan to IC. Feldman / EPRI

Complete. Complete. It is included in the February meeting materials.

Member Champion for each project Feldman / EPRI

August 2016 Discussion planned at IC.




From the ER APC:Accelerated coatings is a very important topic. Engineering Program IC to report to ER APC project plan and status of Accelerated Coatings project.

Feldman / EPRI

August 2016 2016 Project: Nuclear Plant Applications of State-of-the-Art Coatings will include a section investigating faster cure coatings (e.g., UV cure coatings)

2017 project: New project proposal to investigate, develop, and test accelerated curing coating mechanisms (e.g., UV cure coatings for immersion service applications)



© 2016 Institute of Nuclear Power Operations

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INPO Update

August, 2016Joe Sears

Department Manager Nuclear Asset Protection

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“Preserving the Asset; Preserving the Option”

© Copyright 2016 Institute of Nuclear Power Operations

Nuclear Asset Protection (NAP) – 5N


NAP - Engineering ProgramsNAP - Engineering Programs

• BWR vessel and internals (BWRVIP)

• Non Destructive Examination • Buried piping• Flow-accelerated corrosion• Cathodic protection (includes

structures)

• PWR SG’s and Internals (MRP)

• Boric acid corrosion control• Heat exchangers (BOP and

89-13)• Alloy 600

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Focus is on passive component failures that can result in long-term shutdown


Nuclear Asset Protection Mission• U.S. strategy - Great Challenge

– Prevent unwanted shutdowns from failures of passive components that can result in long-term shutdown.


ObjectivesObjectives• Passive components relevant to BOP

– Review Visits/Plan Evaluations

• FAC

• Buried Piping

• Heat Exchangers

– Operating experience review

• Passive components relevant to BOP

– Review Visits/Plan Evaluations

• FAC

• Buried Piping

• Heat Exchangers

– Operating experience review5


Review Visit 2016 Changes• Change in Scope:

– Add FAC and Buried Piping (add industry peer(s))– Subtract Chemistry (no more industry peer)

• Reason: – Plant evaluation focus shift– NEI 03-08 programs fully mature – Industry issues with FAC implementation– NEI 09-14 directs INPO review of buried pipe programs


FAC Program ShortfallsFAC Program Shortfalls– Predictive models not updated

• model not updated after component changes

• effects of power uprates not addressed

– FAC lines in predictive model not calibrated resulting in under-predicted wear rates

– Inadequate investigations of leaks (FAC or Erosion)

– Inadequate benchmarking of FAC programs

– High risk small bore piping not yet inspected or replaced with FAC resistant materials

– Predictive models not updated

• model not updated after component changes

• effects of power uprates not addressed

– FAC lines in predictive model not calibrated resulting in under-predicted wear rates

– Inadequate investigations of leaks (FAC or Erosion)

– Inadequate benchmarking of FAC programs

– High risk small bore piping not yet inspected or replaced with FAC resistant materials

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FAC Program ShortfallsFAC Program Shortfalls– Pipe materials not correctly identified on

drawings– Incorrect material used when pipe segment

or elbow was replaced– Insufficient corporate support for FAC

program

– Pipe materials not correctly identified on drawings

– Incorrect material used when pipe segment or elbow was replaced

– Insufficient corporate support for FAC program

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New Considerations for FAC Programs

New Considerations for FAC Programs

• New focus on addressing leaks caused by erosion and impingement• Part of U.S. strategy to prevent long-term shutdowns from

failures of passive components• Make better use of predictive software capabilities for erosion• Place additional emphasis on using operating experience involving

erosion and impingement

• New focus on addressing leaks caused by erosion and impingement• Part of U.S. strategy to prevent long-term shutdowns from

failures of passive components• Make better use of predictive software capabilities for erosion• Place additional emphasis on using operating experience involving

erosion and impingement

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Leaks Since 2006Leaks Since 2006• Half caused by erosion/ impingement - remaining half

caused by FAC

• About 60 percent involve large bore piping (>2.0 inch nominal diameter) – remaining involve small bore piping

• About 50 percent of leaks occur in straight piping –about 25 percent occur in elbows – remaining occur in other components

• Half caused by erosion/ impingement - remaining half caused by FAC

• About 60 percent involve large bore piping (>2.0 inch nominal diameter) – remaining involve small bore piping

• About 50 percent of leaks occur in straight piping –about 25 percent occur in elbows – remaining occur in other components

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Leaks Since 2006Leaks Since 2006• About 75 percent involve pipes/valves having 6-inch or less nominal

diameters

• Systems experiencing most leaks:

– main feedwater, main steam, extraction steam, heater drain, and main turbine

• Types of lines experiencing most leaks:

– drain lines, min flow lines, extraction steam lines, vent lines, and heater shells

• About 30 percent of leaks involve drain lines

• About 75 percent involve pipes/valves having 6-inch or less nominal

diameters

• Systems experiencing most leaks:

– main feedwater, main steam, extraction steam, heater drain, and main turbine

• Types of lines experiencing most leaks:

– drain lines, min flow lines, extraction steam lines, vent lines, and heater shells

• About 30 percent of leaks involve drain lines

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Leaks Since 2006Leaks Since 2006Several (7) FAC-related events (leaks and high wear) at BWRs involving reactor water cleanup (RWCU) piping

– IER 4 15-41 - BWR Reactor Water Cleanup System Pipe Wall Thinning

• Inspections delayed several times because of high dose

• Effects of decontamination on FAC not possibly considered

• RWCU system has low pH and low oxygen - elbows with little or no chrome adjacent to regenerative heat exchangers are particularly susceptible to FAC

• RWCU skid-mounted carbon steel piping erroneously not included in FAC program

Several (7) FAC-related events (leaks and high wear) at BWRs involving reactor water cleanup (RWCU) piping

– IER 4 15-41 - BWR Reactor Water Cleanup System Pipe Wall Thinning

• Inspections delayed several times because of high dose

• Effects of decontamination on FAC not possibly considered

• RWCU system has low pH and low oxygen - elbows with little or no chrome adjacent to regenerative heat exchangers are particularly susceptible to FAC

• RWCU skid-mounted carbon steel piping erroneously not included in FAC program

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Buried Pipe • AMP not maintained

– Plans for inspection delayed but not risk assessed or plan updated

• Scoping for buried pipe not accurate– Only pipe containing radioactive fluids

considered in scope


Asset Management Plans - BP• Review of most plants on paper have acceptable asset management plans - Wide variations in

quality

• Exceptions:

– Some radioactive systems assumed non-radioactive

– Risk ranking credited CP system as protecting piping

• Upon review, only part (20-40%) of the piping was protected

– Plan not updated within timeframe specified

– Similar piping ranked differently without explanation

– Planned inspections past due and the AMP had not been updated to reference the changes and why acceptable

• Conclusion: its not the plan, its execution of the plan


Expected Performance• Zero leak tolerance – especially in piping

containing radioactive fluids

• Comprehensive, executed AMP

• Cathodic protection installed and effective

• Pipe failure causes identified and fixed– Radioactive leaks: concentrations reduced to background


Common HX Gaps• Loss in heat transfer; biological fouling• Lost margin from tube plugging• Corrosion products• FW heater shell inspections incomplete• Incomplete 89-13 program execution


Causes Identified in HX AFIs

• Leak events are normalized; we deal with them• Monitoring results not trended, inspection results not

analyzed• Degradation investigations not thorough enough to get to a

technical cause• Technical cause identified, but mitigation strategy not

identified or strategy is ineffective• Weak program ownership (turnover, advocacy)

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• Eddy current testing scope, frequency• Clean before dimple plugging or leak checking• Titanium tubing – staking issues• Leaks not understood; causes not determined• Plugs with rubber components• Accurate tube plugging maps• Ensure condenser is leak free at startup• Longstanding issue not resolved

Main Condenser


2016 PWR Materials ReviewsDate Location

April 18‐21, 2016 (Complete) CatawbaMay 23‐26, 2016 (Complete) VogtleJune 20‐23, 2016 (Complete) Comanche PeakJuly 11‐14, 2016 (Complete) SeabrookAugust 8‐11, 2016 (Complete) Three Mile IslandSeptember 19‐22, 2016 Diablo CanyonDecember 5‐8 South Texas


2016 BWR Materials ReviewsDate Location

May 23‐26, 2016 (Complete) Quad CitiesJuly 25‐28, 2016 (Complete) Peach BottomSeptember 12‐15, 2016 ColumbiaSeptember 12‐15, 2016 PilgrimSeptember 26‐29, 2016 DresdenOctober 31 ‐ November 3, 2016 SusquehannaDecember 12‐15, 2016 Hatch


2017-2020 PWR MRV’s• Approximately every 5 years • 2017 Robinson, Millstone, North Anna, Point Beach, Sequoyah,

Surry, Watts Bar• 2018 Waterford, Indian Point, Oconee, St. Lucie, Turkey Point,

Beaver Valley, Braidwood, Byron • 2019 Palisades, McGuire, VC Summer, Prairie Island, Wolf Creek, DC

Cook, Ginna, Calvert Cliffs• 2020 ANO, Salem, Davis Besse, Palo Verde, Farley, Harris, Callaway• 2017 scheduling in progress


2017-2020 BWR MRV’s• Approximately every 5 years • 2017 Grand Gulf, Hope Creek, Monticello, River Bend• 2018 Brunswick, Duane Arnold, Fermi 2, LaSalle• 2019 Browns Ferry, Cooper, Limerick, Nine Mile, Perry• 2020 Columbia, Dresden, Peach Bottom, Susquehanna, JAF• 2017 scheduling in progress


Questions?Questions?

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Kurt CrytzerSenior Technical Leader

Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration Committee

August 30, 2016

Technical HighlightsHeat Exchanger Structural

Integrity and Performance, Plant Heat Rate, and Structural Health

Monitoring



Organization of this presentation

Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance User Group – Heat Exchanger Performance Users Group (HxPUG)– Heat Exchanger Project Highlights Plant Heat Rate

– Plant Performance Enhancement Program (P2EP)– Plant Heat Rate Project Highlights Structural Health Monitoring

– Workshop Highlights– Roadmap


Heat Exchanger Performance Users Group (HxPUG) 2016 Meetings

– February 1-4, Clearwater, FL Training Theme:

– Eddy Current– Quarterly Webcasts Last: June 7, 2016 Next: September 2016

2016 Work Scope– Comprehensive Tube Plugging Guideline– Chiller Replacement Guidelines– Comprehensive Leak Detection Guideline– Comprehensive Shell and Tube Heat

Exchanger Resource

2016 Deliverables– Comprehensive Tube Plugging Guideline,

Product ID: 3002008015– Comprehensive Heat Exchanger Leak

Troubleshooting Guidelines, Product ID: 3002008016

– Chiller Replacement Guidelines, Product ID: 3002008014

Discussion Topics– Eddy current guidance for finned tubed heat

exchangers


Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance: Comprehensive Tube Plugging Guideline Introduction

– This project is intended to determine where the tube plugging existing guidance is similar, contradictory, outdated, and where there are gaps

Objective– A compilation of tube plugging related information and guidance for nuclear plant heat exchangers, other than steam

generators, to assist those making tube plugging decisions and supporting maintenance actions Key tasks

– Compile tube plugging guidance information– Develop Report for review– Complete Technical Report

Status and Member Engagement– A TAG was enlisted to document industry best practices and make recommendations on areas where additional guidance is

needed– Periodic project updates to HXPUG– TAG Reviewing Draft Report, Comments due 9/8/2016

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Report: October 31, 2016– Technical Basis: Available on website and discussions with HxPUG


Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance: Comprehensive Heat Exchanger Leak Troubleshooting Guideline Introduction

– This project is intended to provide a guideline to lead an engineer step-by-step through the troubleshooting process for heat exchanger leakage

Objective– Develop a guideline for troubleshooting heat exchanger tube leaks

Key tasks– Compile information– Develop Report for review– Complete Technical Report

Status and Member Engagement– TAG for information compilation and draft report review– Periodic project updates to HXPUG– TAG Reviewing Draft Report, Comments due 9/8/2016

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Report: November 23, 2016– Technical Basis: Available on website and discussions with HxPUG


Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance: Chiller Replacement Guideline Introduction

– This project is intended to cover components such as the compressor, motor, heat exchangers, instrumentation, controls and software associated with a refrigerant chiller assembly Report follows a process for replacing a chiller and address all aspects of the project, including:

Design issues, design requirements, preparation of a bid specification, fabrication and shipping/handling issues, receipt inspection. storage, removal/disposal of the replaced component

Objective– Develop a component replacement guideline for chillers

Key tasks– Compile industry experience– Develop Report for review– Complete Technical Report

Status and Member Engagement– Periodic project updates to HXPUG – TAG to Review Draft Report

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Report: December 16, 2016 – Technical Basis: Available on website and discussions with HxPUG


Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance: Comprehensive Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Web Resource Introduction

– This website guide will be segmented into topical and functional areas such as repair, maintenance strategies, condition monitoring recommendations, troubleshooting for shell and tube heat exchangers

Objective– Create an online web resource for shell and tube heat exchangers similar to comprehensive condenser

resource (3002005338) Key tasks

– Compile information– Develop structure similar to Comprehensive Condenser Resource– Complete Webpage

Status and Member Engagement– Periodic project updates to HXPUG – TAG to Review Website

Deliverable and Implementation– Web Resource: 2017 – Web Resource: Available on website and demonstrations performed at HxPUG meetings


Plant Performance Enhancement Program (P2EP) 2016 Meetings

– June 20-23, Savannah, GA Training Theme:

– Condensers: Design, Modeling, and Troubleshooting

– Quarterly Webcasts Last: March 24, 2016 Next: September 2016

2016 Work Scope– Thermal Performance Modeling Best Practices– Thermal Performance Troubleshooting Mobile

Application

2016 Deliverables– Thermal Performance Modeling Best Practices,

Product ID: 3002008017

Discussion Topics– Data Reconciliation Methods next steps


Plant Heat Rate: Thermal Performance Modeling Best Practices

Introduction– This project captures the best practices for thermal performance modeling,

documentation of models, expertise levels, and troubleshooting Objective

– To identify and document thermal performance modeling best practices Key tasks

– Compile industry best practices– Develop draft report for TAG review– Complete Technical Report

Status and Member Engagement– Published July, 20, 2016– TAG Reviewed and P2EP Input gathered

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Report: July 20, 2016– Technical Basis: Available on website and discussions with P2EP


Plant Heat Rate: Thermal Performance Troubleshooting Mobile Application Introduction

– Thermal Performance Engineers Handbook Volume 3 (3002005346) provided troubleshooting guidance, this project make the logic web based for mobile or desktop application

Objective– Create a mobile thermal performance troubleshooting application based on 3002005346

Key tasks– Develop Structure of Application using (3002005346) for logic– Develop pilot application tested through TAG– Complete Software

Status and Member Engagement– Available in 2017– TAG for pilot test through P2EP

Deliverable and Implementation– Software web format application: 2017– Software: will be available on website demonstrations through P2EP


Structural Health Monitoring Workshop Workshop held on April 2016 Purpose

– Identify potential applications of structural health monitoring for passive components in a nuclear power plant Benefits of using structural health monitoring for specific degradation mechanisms and

associated component / system Capture the barriers to broader implementation

– Ascertain the key technologies for passive component monitoring Existing applications of structural health monitoring within nuclear Potential technologies to monitor the structural health of passive components such as piping,

tanks, and heat exchangers Examples of structural health monitoring in other related industries

Utilities, Technology Providers, Governmental Labs, and Academia in attendance

April SHM Workshop was recorded and is available to members who received an invite




Ryan WolfePrincipal Technical Leader


August 30, 2016

Technical HighlightsFlow Accelerated Corrosion

and Erosion



Organization of this presentation

Flow Accelerated Corrosion and Mechanical Erosion– CHECWORKSTM User Group (CHUG)– Project Highlights 2015 FAC State of the Fleet AssessmentsSmall Bore Pressure Threshold ProjectFlexible Operations FAC Case Study


CHECWORKSTM User Group (CHUG)

2016 Meetings– January 19–21; Middleburg, Virginia – June 21–23; Portland, Maine

2016 Work Scope– Revision of the FAC Textbook– Small Bore Failure Pressure Threshold Study– Ultrasonic Wheel Probe Data for CHECWORKSTM

– Field Guide for Identifying Wear Mechanisms– CHECWORKSTM Version 4.2– 2016 State of the Fleet – FAC Mentoring Guideline Update– CHECWORKSTM Modeling Guidelines Update– Cavitation Models for CHECWORKS™– Automating Total Points Method– Assessment of Erosion Related Degradation– Erosion Testing of Duplex Stainless Steel– Flexible Operations Case Study*

*Funded by EPRI Flexible Power Operations

2016 Deliverables– 2015 FAC State-of-the-Fleet 3002008126 (5/10/2016)

– Small-Bore Piping Pressure Threshold Study 3002008069 (6/29/2016)

– FAC Textbook Rev 2 3002008071 (9/30/2016)

– Ultrasonic Wheel Probe Data for CHECWORKS 3002008123 (12/16/2016)

– FAC & Erosion Field Guide 3002008124 (12/16/2016)

Discussion Topics– Transitioning to being Base-funded New participants

– Prioritization of 2017-2018 projects Starting in October at the User Group level FAC projects to be included in IC process


FAC & Erosion: Assessment of Erosion Related Degradation

Introduction– Recommendations for effective Erosion programs were issued in 2015.

Objective– Compile erosion OE to identify potential gaps or improvements in current erosion strategies

Key tasks– Research the FAC and erosion OE to collect information on erosion failures, concerns, and issues.– Filter any previously reported FAC failures that were actually or potentially erosion related– Collate the effects on the affected plants in a summary spreadsheet (e.g., plant design, system, effects,

shutdowns, down-powers, personnel safety, corrective actions)– Capture the corrective actions (i.e. encapsulations, repairs, replacements, design change, etc.)– Identify if the current erosion strategies could have been prevented or detected as well as potential gaps

or improvements in the current erosion strategies Status and Member Engagement

– Periodic project updates to CHUG and SWAP Deliverable and Implementation

– 2017 Report and periodic project updates to CHUG


FAC & Erosion: Evaluate the Capabilities of Duplex Stainless Steel to Resist Mechanical Degradation Introduction

– Literature indicates that duplex stainless steels may be a good replacement material for failures due to erosion in non-nuclear environments.

Objective– Provide information on erosion resistance of various duplex stainless steels and other alloys

and perform erosion testing for selected materials Key tasks

– Survey plant usage and available alloys to identify the duplex materials to be evaluated– Determine the state of knowledge – Evaluate gaps in the current knowledge– Develop a test plan for selected materials– Perform erosion testing for selected materials

Status and Member Engagement– Test method, alloys, and potential contractors identified.

Deliverable and Implementation– 2017 Report and periodic project updates to CHUG.


FAC & Erosion: 2015 State-of-the-Fleet Assessment of Flow Accelerated Corrosion Program Effectiveness Introduction

– Deficiencies in program implementation and management of FAC have been the primary causes of recent FAC-related events.

Objective– To develop a benchmarking resource for programmatic aspects of FAC programs that helps

utilities improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their individual FAC programs Key tasks

– Assess 3 utility FAC programs based on host procedures and CHUG Position Paper 7– Sites were chosen with consideration given to utility structure, plant size, and plant type. – Document results in an EPRI report

Status and Member Engagement– Complete. – Sites and peers needed for 2017

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Update 3002008126 published 5/10/2016


FAC & Erosion: FAC of Small-Bore PipingPressure Threshold Operating Experience Study Introduction

– Small bore lines are classified as having a high consequence of failure if a rupture has the potential to impact personnel safety.

Objective– To investigate whether a pressure threshold can be established below which a small-bore

pipe or fitting failure due to FAC would result in a leak instead of a rupture Key tasks

– Review literature on small-bore piping failures – Survey recent experience via survey

Status and Member Engagement– Complete. – Based on OE, a threshold of 275 psig (1.90 MPa)

be considered in refining the personnel safety risk ranking criteria for small-bore piping

Deliverable and Implementation– Technical Report 3002008069 published 6/29/2016

Non-isolable, 779

Line includes large bore

portion, 633

Personnel Safety, 2704

Safety Related, 190

Likely to cause

shutdown or unit trip,

1062

Category 1 Criteria


FAC & Erosion: Flexible Operations Case Study* (1 of 2) Introduction

– FAC tools and unit-specific OE are established for baseload, constant power.– There is an increasing need for units to operate at <100% power.

Objective– To perform a case study to determine the FAC impacts to a typical PWR and BWR

Key tasks– Modify CHECWORKSTM models (25%, 50%, 75% power)– Compare FAC rates in various lines.

Status and Member Engagement– Initial modeling complete– Wear rates up to 60% higher – Draft report available for review in September

Deliverable and Implementation– 2017 Technical Report

*Funded by EPRI Flexible Power Operations


FAC & Erosion: Flexible Operations Case Study (2 of 2)Preliminary Results - Average Wear Rates as a % of 100%

Generally, Wear Rates decrease as power decreases. Notable Exceptions:

– Single Phase: Temperatures approaching peak susceptibility at 300°F (150°C)– Two Phase: Wetter extraction steam lines Depending on conditions, changes in chemistry and flow rate may also

increase the wear rate.




Tim Eckert, Doug Munson, Dylan CimockPrincipal Technical Leader, Consultant, Engineer III


August 30, 2016

Technical HighlightsBuried Pipe, Service Water, HDPE, Cathodic Protection,

Coatings



Cathodic Protection Users Group (CPUG) 2016 Meetings

– July 13 – 14, Pittsburgh, PA Cyber-Security rules vs. Remote Monitoring Units License Renewal becoming larger & larger focus Increasing number of upgrades/refurbishments

– Quarterly Webcasts Last: March 24 Next: Sept./Oct.

2016 Work Scope– CPUG is base-funded User Group– 2016 State-of-the-Fleet Assessment of CP Systems– Alternate Method of Assessing CP – Phase II– EPRI Support of NACE Codes & Standards

Development

2016 Deliverables– 3002007627, 2015 State-of-the-Fleet Assessment

of Cathodic Protection Systems

Discussion Topics– Attendance Trend– Timing/Location – Pairing with BPIG


Cathodic Protection Users Group (CPUG)


Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (CP): 2016 State-of-the-Fleet Assessment of CP Systems Introduction

– CP System performance has historically been challenged– Large variance in CP system condition, maintenance/operational practices

Objective– Identify utility best practices, strengths, deficiencies, and recommendations for improvements; serve as utility

benchmark resource– Identify guidance and training gaps

Key tasks– On-site assessments at 4 plants per year– Provide site-specific assessment to participating plants– Publish combined assessment results anonymously

Status and Member Engagement– 4 plant participants in 2015 & 2016– Soliciting volunteers for 2017

Deliverable and Implementation– 3002007627, 2015 Results, Published June 2016– 2015 & 2016 Results, Planned 1Q17


Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (CP): Alternate Method of Assessing CP – Phase II Introduction

– Nuclear Plants are challenged with meeting CP acceptance criteria due to design of the system Objective

– Assess the viability of alternate acceptance criteria to confirm CP effectiveness Key tasks

– Explore origins of current acceptance criteria– Propose alternate method– Conduct laboratory testing, field testing of transmission pipeline, field testing of chemical plant piping

Status and Member Engagement– Lab and 1st field testing complete; 2nd field test planned for Fall 2016

Deliverable and Implementation– 3002005253, Test Method Proposal, October 2015– Lab and Field Test results, expected 1Q17


Nuclear Utility Coatings Council (NUCC) 2016 Meetings

– January 11 – 12, Orlando, FL License Renewal ISG on Coatings

– Quarterly Webcasts Last: May 20 Next: Sept/Oct.

2016 Work Scope– NUCC is base-funded User Group– Aging Study of Buried Pipe Coatings– Nuclear Plant Applications of State-of-the-Art

Coatings

2016 Deliverables– 3002008011, Aging Study of Buried Pipe

Coatings

Discussion Topics– Pilot Study of Portable FTIR Device for Aged

BP Coatings– BOP Coating/lining repair project


Plant Coatings Degradation & Impacts: Aging Study of Buried Pipe Coatings Introduction

– Can the condition and extent of aging of buried pipe coatings be assessed in-situ? Objective

– Evaluate and model aging process for buried pipe coatings– Evaluate instruments capable of quantifying aging markers (portable)

Key tasks– Assess physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of representative coatings (5)– Evaluate Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy as method to quantify extent of aging

Status and Member Engagement– 3-Year project complete

Deliverable and Implementation– 3002008011, Aging Study of BP Coatings, August 2016– Discussed during NUCC and CPUG meetings, BPIG AC call


Plant Coatings Degradation & Impacts: Guidelines for BOP Coating and Lining Repairs Background

– Original scope: BP & SW coating/lining repairs– Revised scope: trash racks+ traveling screens, tanks, HX’s, and concrete

Existing guidance:– Lining Repairs: CIPP/CFR – 3002005334, “G/L for Relief Request…”– HX’s & concrete: 1019157, “G/L for SR Coatings Rev. 2”

Feedback:– Two 1’s, Two 2’s; expressed high need/value– Target Maintenance, target rapid response Eng.– None from NUCC @ last webcast


Plant Coatings Degradation & Impacts: State-of-the-Art Coatings

Introduction– Advancements in coatings have potential to benefit nuclear– Nuclear is often “slow” to adapt new technologies

Objective– Identify advanced coatings which are not in use in the nuclear industry but may offer significant benefits

Key tasks– Landscape survey of advanced coating technologies– Utilize TAG to identify potential applications

Status and Member Engagement– Kicking-off 4Q16– Soliciting TAG volunteers to provide input

Deliverable and Implementation– 3Q17 expected deliverable– Webcasts, meetings, and utility-sponsored testing (as required) and procurement


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Buried Pipe Integrity Group (BPIG) 2016 Meetings

– Feb 16-18, 2016, Tampa FL Structural Health Monitoring of BP “Committed and Enduring Fashion”

– July 12-14, Pittsburgh, PA Service Water piping repair replacement Joint sessions with Groundwater Joint sessions with Cathodic Protection BPIG has significant Licensing Margin towards

“Committed and Enduring Fashion”– Quarterly Webcasts 11/07/2016

2016 Work Scope– Fleet Assessment for BP/UPTI Programs (4)– Unmitigated Loads / Ground Settlement White Paper

(2016/2017)– Leak Detection with Heavily Grounded Infrastructure

(2016/2017)

2016 Deliverables– 3002008067 Ultrasonic Pipe Wall Thickness

Measurement of Coated Buried Pipe, July 2016– 2016 Fleet Assessment of BP/UPTI Programs

Discussion Topics– One or Two BPIG Meetings per Year?– Annual Pairing with CPUG (Feb)– Annual Pairing with SWAP (July)– Future Pairing with Groundwater every 2-3 years?


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Project: Leak Detection with Heavily Grounded Infrastructure Introduction

– Improved Leak Detection systems would be of benefit to both the Buried Pipe as well as Groundwater Communities– Electrical resistivity works well; but our heavily grounded infrastructure poses challenges– Pacific Northwest National Laboratory at Hanford created “E4D”, a three-dimensional (3D) modeling and inversion

code designed for subsurface imaging and monitoring using static and time-lapse electrical resistivity (ER) data Objective

– Demonstrate the effectiveness of such electrical resistivity practice to a commercial nuclear power plant as a pilot– Identify strengths, deficiencies, and recommendations for improvements; of using the technology in our environment

Key tasks– Identify pilot plant with a specific need for improved groundwater movement data– Install ER probes; Analyze data using PNNL’s “E4D”– Publish results

Status and Member Engagement– Soliciting volunteer plant for late 2016 / 2017

Deliverable and Implementation– Proposed report 4Q17


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Project: Ultrasonic Pipe Wall Thickness Measurement of Coated Buried Pipe Introduction

– “3002008067 Ultrasonic Pipe Wall Thickness Measurement of Coated Buried Pipe, issued July 2016– Utility Chair: Blane Cesnik, Xcel Energy, Monticello, NDE Level III - FAC, MIC and UPTI Program Owner

Objective– Query the Pipe Wall Thickness Measurement of an “unearthed” Pipe using “UT” without removing what

appears to be perfectly good O.D. coating Key tasks

– Built test plates out of 5/8” carbon steel, with 3 different BP coatings– Coal Tar Enamel (TGF-3) most common coating, see picture – Used various styles and frequency of Ultrasonic (UT) Probes– Used three different test plate temperatures (52F, 72F, 92F)– Used new evolving “EMATS” technology

Status and Member Engagement– Blane demoed the technique at winter 2015 BPIG meeting– Chaired both phases of the project; excellent report review and technical guidance


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Project: Leak Detection with Heavily Grounded Infrastructure Introduction

– Improved Leak Detection systems would be of benefit to both the Buried Pipe as well as Groundwater Communities– Electrical resistivity works well; but our heavily grounded infrastructure poses challenges– Pacific Northwest National Laboratory at Hanford created “E4D”, a three-dimensional (3D) modeling and inversion

code designed for subsurface imaging and monitoring using static and time-lapse electrical resistivity (ER) data Objective

– Demonstrate the effectiveness of such electrical resistivity practice to a commercial nuclear power plant as a pilot– Identify strengths, deficiencies, and recommendations for improvements; of using the technology in our environment

Key tasks– Identify pilot plant with a specific need for improved groundwater movement data– Install ER probes; Analyze data using PNNL’s “E4D”– Publish results

Status and Member Engagement– Soliciting volunteer plant for late 2016 / 2017

Deliverable and Implementation– Proposed report 4Q17


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Cast Iron and Gray Cast Iron Piping Systems Introduction

– Cast iron & ductile iron are commonly used in fire protection systems– FP is within scope of license renewal – inspections needed– CI & DI are brittle materials - behave differently than carbon steel – not in scope of CC N-806-

1 Objective

– Develop FFS rules for cast iron & ductile iron piping Key tasks

– Survey members to identify materials, grades, and components used– Literature search – gap analysis– Develop missing properties (2017/2018)– Support development of ASME code rules

Status– Resurvey in progress

Deliverable/schedule –– Report with material properties - 2018


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipe Introduction

– Fitness-for-service evaluations of buried pipe need OD corrosion rates– Repeat plant measurements difficult, historical (soil type) rates useful– Interim guidance in report 3002003057 – but some gaps

• Objective - Close gaps in 3002003057 Influence of copper ground grid Rates for welds Rates for 304 and 316 stainless Rates for pipes under water table Rates for coating holidays Compare rates from corrosion rate

monitors to pipe measurements


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipe (continued)

Status– Testing started in May 2016 (28 month duration)

Deliverable/schedule Test data plus updated corrosion rate guidelines –

Q1 2019• Key Tasks

Prepare test plans Procure and prepare pipe samples,

including welds & ground connections

Prepare soil and 6 soil boxes, representing 3 different conditions

Monitor and control environment (e.g., soil moisture)

Monitor ER probes weekly


RFA: Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation (BP): Guidelines for BOP Piping Inspections Introduction

– Evaluations and guidelines for performing various types of NDE are found in many EPRI reports. No overall guidance.

Objective– Near Term: Recommended inspection methods & insp. guidance as a function of degradation

type, material, & location (e.g., parent, weld, etc.)– Mid Term: Integrated tablet application for field usage: predicted type of degradation,

recommended insp. methods, implementation guidance, photos/videos of key tasks, links to plant procedures

Key tasks– Knowledge assembly– Software development

Status– Inspection methods being pulled together

Deliverable/schedule– Technical report and tablet specification – 2017– Tablet application - 2018


RFA: Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance Service Water Assistance Program (SWAP) 2016 Meetings

– July 25-29, Denver, CO Chemistry in SW Systems ASME Code Cases and Relief Requests for

SW Piping– Quarterly Webcasts 02/16/2016 05/12/2016 11/10/2016

2016 Work Scope– BPWORKS V2.3 for Above Ground SW Piping– Addition of Tables to Plant System Database

(circulating water and feedwater systems)– Service Water and Ultimate Heat Sink Mentoring

Guide (2017 deliverable)– CBT on Procuring Replacement SS HX Tubing

(2017 deliverable)

2015-2016 Deliverables– 3002005342 Plant System Equipment Database

V1 (Nov 2015)– 3002005334 Guidelines for Relief Request for

Use of Nonmetallic Repairs of ASME Class 2 and 3 Piping CIPP (Aug 2015)

– 3002006735 Best Management Practices Manual for Preventing Cooling Water Intake Blockages (Oct 2015)

Discussion Topics– Repair Replacement of Service Water Piping– Heavy dependence on Chemistry Department– Annual Pairing with BPIG (July)


RFA: Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance Project: BPWORKS V2.3 - Service Water Piping

Introduction– BPWORKS V2.2 provides risk ranking for buried pipe, including buried service water

– searchable database of key attributes– ID corrosion mechanisms mostly same for above/below ground

Objective– Extend BPWORKS to include above ground raw water systems

Key tasks– Update leak and break likelihoods and consequences– Focused user interface, – Isometric views(?), add more inspection data analysis capability

Status– Project just starting

Deliverable/schedule– Fall 2017 Beta Version, Dec 2017 V2.3


RFA: Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance Guidelines for Tubercle Control Introduction

– Tubercles are a significant issue in carbon steel and cast iron raw water piping systems Objective

– Develop better “where to look” and “how to control” guidance– Develop better tubercle model for BPWORKS

Key tasks– Test plan developed (Complete)– Assemble test loop (Complete) 4 materials (CS, CI, 70/30 CuNi, 90/10 CuNi), salt & fresh water, 3 flow velocities, 6

different deadleg configurations (length, orientation), 2 temperatures– Data analysis, predictive model development

Status– Fresh water experiments concluded on May 13, 2016– Salt water experiments started May 31, 2016 and are scheduled to conclude August 23, 2016.

Deliverable/schedule– Report – Dec 2017




Tim Eckert, Ryan Wolfe, Kurt Crytzer, Dylan Cimock, Doug Munson, Heather Feldman,

EPRI Team Engineering Programs (BOPC) Integration

Committee MeetingAugust 30, 2016

Engineering Programs (BOPC): 2017, 2018, 2019+

Portfolio DevelopmentFeedback Discussion

Date: August 25, 2016 Rev 1


Topics

Member Feedback on the Portfolio Development ProcessRound Table

– Operating experience, new research needsMember Feedback OverviewStrategic Discussion2017 Work Plan Discussion2018 Work Plan Discussion


Member Feedback on the Portfolio Development Process


Member Feedback on the Portfolio Development Process

Every program has a different processDon’t understand the process EPRI is going to do what they wantMember/customer input is not valuedWhy can’t we just rank the projects?The most important Project may be buried in the least

important Research Focus Area


Response to Member Feedback on the Portfolio Development Process Nuclear Sector has established a Feedback Process for consistency across all

programs based on input from the Nuclear Power Council Executive Committee Member/customer input is valued and is important and is needed Process

– Fits into the framework of the Nuclear Sector Process– EPRI is focused on top industry needs based on member input– Input from all members (US and non-US)– Brainstorming process– User Groups and Integration Committee Coordination– Utility Champions for on-going projects and proposed projects– Member Input– EPRI develops preliminary work plan based on member input– Members review, comment on, and endorse work plan


Brainstorming and Member Input: Preliminary Plan

User Groups focus on project discussions that are used to develop Research Focus Areas Integration Committee focuses on strategic discussions of the Research Focus

Areas

2017 2018

2018, 2019

2019, 2020

2020, 2021

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

User Groups


User Groups


User Groups


User Groups







Round Table: Operating Experience, New Research Needs


Member Feedback Summary(Based on Input August 4, 2016)


Summary of Member Feedback on Research Focus Areas

Received input from 13 membersTotals

If feedback was received on individual projects, the average was used for the RFA.

Low Number

High Priority

23

24

25

26

27

28

32

35

0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40

FAC AND EROSION

BURIED AND UNDERGROUND PIPING AND TANKS DEGRADATION

PLANT HEAT RATE ENHANCEMENT METHODS

ULTIMATE HEAT SINK AND COOLING WATER SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

HEAT EXCHANGER STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND PERFORMANCE

PLANT COATING DEGRADATION & IMPACTS

FIRE PROTECTION

NON-METALLICS


Strategic Discussions


Topics Projects proposed to Technology Innovation HDPE Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coatings – Part II Structural health monitoring for passive components Improving feedwater flow rate reliability using data reconciliation Research needs for ductile iron and gray cast iron piping Non-metallics CP guidelines for condensers with titanium tubes Evaluation of CP requirements in various soil applications Heat exchanger tube support and stake location and movement mapping NDE of finned tube heat exchangers FAC and Erosion projects Cavitation erosion modeling for plant analysis


Projects Proposed to EPRI Technology Innovation

Cavitation Erosion Monitor for Normal and Flexible OperationsMain Condenser Fix a Flat Condenser Inspection using Online Cleaning Systems during

Operation Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coating - Part II Flexible NDE Blanket Technical Avatar

Technology Innovation funds research that is longer term.


HDPE Piping

Research is ramping down with completion in 2018 – Butt fusion joint flaw acceptance criteria: coupon testsEngineering Programs (BOPC) funded 2015-2017

– Butt fusion joint flaw acceptance criteria: whole pipe testsANT funded 2017

– Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping Engineering Programs (BOPC) and ANT funded 2017-2018


Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coatings –Part IIObjective Identify new or existing coatings, or coating technologies (e.g., UV cure), which offer

benefits of accelerated cure times intended for immersion service applications

Project Approach and Scope Benchmark existing coating systems in use at nuclear plants and current cure-times

– Input solicited via NUCC Survey 2016-003

Identify any existing coating systems offering promise– In discussion with coating development company – in-house expert(s) on UV cure– Technology Landscape expert approached on assisting search

Identify vendor(s) willing to participate in development of new coatings– In-progress

Develop test protocol & evaluate developed coating vs existing coatings


Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coatings –Part IIBenefit and ValueIf successful: Reduction in equipment out-of-service times for repairs Potential application to Torus recoats – DBA testing required

– Reduced impact on outage critical path time– Greater area coverage per outage; few outages required to perform full recoat

Deliverable Technical Report – 2018

Requested Inputs TAG members Site testing processes for qualifying new coatings Input on alternative application needs for faster cure coatings


Structural Health Monitoring Workshop Workshop held on April 2016 Purpose

– Identify potential applications of structural health monitoring for passive components in a nuclear power plant Benefits of using structural health monitoring for specific degradation mechanisms and

associated component / system Capture the barriers to broader implementation

– Ascertain the key technologies for passive component monitoring Existing applications of structural health monitoring within nuclear Potential technologies to monitor the structural health of passive components such as piping,

tanks, and heat exchangers Examples of structural health monitoring in other related industries

Utilities, Technology Providers, Governmental Labs, and Academia in attendance

April SHM Workshop was recorded and is available to members who received an invite


Structural Health Monitoring Future Focus for Passive Component Monitoring

State of Knowledge on Structural Health Monitoring of Passive Components – Identify potential new applications for structural health monitoring of components on balance-

of-plant systems– Development of a white paper to match applications with technologies– Formation of TAG for near term implementations– White Paper and Roadmap will identify follow on projects to develop concepts with business

caseWorking with Idaho National Laboratories

– Road map being developed for EPRI/INL scope


Structural Health MonitoringRoadmap Areas of Focus: 2017 Technology Identification and Corresponding Component Application

– A thorough investigation of the available structure health monitoring technologies and their applicability to particular components and associated degradation mechanisms

– Investigation of advance pattern recognition software will be evaluated for applicability in an SHM program

– Deliverable: Technical Report, 2017 Integration of Condition Based Monitoring into Inspection Location and

Frequencies– This project would evaluate the use of structural health monitoring for condition based

inspections Identify the bounding areas of the system that make sense to monitor Identification of specific locations for inspection Inspections based on periodic surveillance and trending, the value of SHM would be

assessed to determine if an increased quality of trending could be achieved while optimizing the required inspections. Deliverable: Technical Report, 2017


Structural Health MonitoringRoadmap Areas of Focus 2018-2019 Comparison of monitoring technologies to qualified inspection

technologies– A comparison of data from new to nuclear monitoring technologies against

qualified inspection technologies to further the integration of structural health monitoring

– Determine if the accuracy and precision of the monitoring technologies against a qualified technique within a given statistical significance

– Deliverable: Technical Report, 2018 Implementation Activities

– To implement an SHM program for utilities include full scale proof testing at a utility

– Integration into the overall wireless health asset management initiative This will require a strategy for data transmission into the wireless

infrastructure of the plant.


Feedwater Flow Rate Reliability and Data Reconciliation Background: Plant Performance Enhancement Program Project

Project Kicked Off in 2014 Deliverable in July 2015

– Program on Technology Innovation: Evaluation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Power Recovery. EPRI, Palo Alto, CA: 2015. 3002005345.

Deliverable:– Documents one evaluation using data reconciliation

methods to reduce FFW flow measurement uncertainty for power recovery.

– Provides TPE information useful in determining if the data reconciliation methods could be beneficial.


Feedwater Flow Rate Reliability and Data ReconciliationBackground: 3002005345 Objective and Approach

Evaluate data reconciliation methods that rely on several independent instruments, which can be used simultaneously to provide a check and correction to the measurement of FW flow used in CTP calculations.

The power plant analyzed had a known issue with FW flow venturi fouling– Leading to an over-indicating estimate of CTP by approximately 1%– Resulting in an approximate output loss of 10 MWe loss in output First evaluated using traditional methods Subsequently evaluated using data reconciliation methods

– Case study identified an approximate 50 MWt overestimation of CTP resulting in a loss of 16 MWe.


Feedwater Flow Rate Reliability and Data ReconciliationNext Steps

Provide a tool for evaluating the Core Thermal Power when the reading of a flow meter is in question or dynamic– Equipment Reliability– Addition of dispersants to feedwater

Use methods of data reconciliation to provide a comparative study against ultrasonic flow meters Use methods of data reconciliation to quantitatively assess the feedwater flow

measurements in plants where dispersants have suggested measured feedwater flow changes Gather objective data which may be used to evaluate power level in the event

of a loss of reliable feedwater flow measurement


Potential R&D Needs Cast Iron – Ductile Iron Pipe Introduction Piping systems in scope of buried pipe initiative or license renewal need to be

prioritized and inspected– NRC LR ISG 2015-01

Recent plant survey (see back up for details) has found many in-scope systems to be constructed of cast iron and/or ductile iron Existing NDE technologies can be used to inspect CI/DI for most degradation

mechanisms– Current EPRI project on NDE for selective leaching is providing promising results

When degradation is found, it must be evaluated for fitness-for-service (FFS)– Often not cost effective to replace when degradation is found, extent of condition

ASME Code Case N-806-1 specifically excludes CI/DI materials– Brittle materials, behave and fail differently than carbon steel– Prone to cracking, selective leaching, and most corrosion mechanisms that also

affect ductile materials


Potential R&D Needs Cast Iron – Ductile Iron PipeWhere Do We Stand? ASME Task Group on Degraded Buried Pipe has started development of a new

code case for CI/DI pipe– EPRI is pulling together available data & participating on code committee

CI/DI materials are not in ASME Section II (could not be used for new design of safety related) Code rules will be needed to address four types of damage mechanisms:

– Wall thinning (pitting, general corrosion, erosion-corrosion, etc.)– Embrittlement (loss of material properties, selective leaching, etc.)– Crack like flaws– Loss of function (flow restriction, joint failure, etc.)


Potential R&D Needs Cast Iron – Ductile Iron Pipe2016 Effort – Gap Analysis Materials data that will likely be needed for code evaluation (as function of

temperature) likely to include :– Yield and ultimate strength– Modulus of elasticitv– Poissons’ ratio– Fatigue curves– Coefficient of thermal expansion– Welding factors for welded DI joints– Allowable loads, rotations and minimum pipe to coupling engagement for commonly

used pipe couplings and geometries– Stress intensity factors for commonly used couplings and joints

2016 - compile available data and gap analysis 2017 - testing to obtain missing data to close gaps??


RFA: Non-Metallics Background

– 1014800 Elastomer Handbook for Nuclear Power Plants (2007)– 3002005256 Microwave and Millimeter Wave Evaluation of Rubber Expansion

Joints and Metallic Materials (2015)– NP-5920 Cable Indenter Aging Monitor (1988) (and numerous cable reports)

Common Knowledge; FAQs– Can FKM (Viton) rubber be used in moderate to high radiation areas?– Can PTFE (Teflon) tape be used on the tubing fittings?– How can the rubber condenser dog bone be tested for remaining life?– Do I really have to replace the 14 foot diameter rubber expansion joints on the

circ water line? Polymeric Materials Database

– Needed extension of the Elastomers Handbook


Materials Degradation Matrix for Non-Metallic SSCs; Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications

Objective Develop an aging management tool such as a materials degradation matrix and associated issue management tables for non-

metallic systems, structures, and components that are in the balance-of-plantProject Approach and Scope Development of a materials degradation matrix for non-metallics associated with the balance-of-plant systems and components,

followed by the development of issue management tables which are system, structure, and component based and include an assessment of the consequence of failure

An expert panel (EPRI, utility personnel, and industry experts) will be formed and used to develop the materials degradation matrix The issue management tables will be developed by the EPRI team. Utility members will provide input of the priority of the

identified issues Benefit and Value Concise resource for identification of degradation, repair, inspection, replacement, and research needs of balance-of-plant

materials will enable industry to conduct research on high priority needs. The industry will have aging management methods in place ahead of need which allows for efficient aging management of existing nuclear power plants as well as new builds

Deliverables Technical Update – 2016 Technical Report – 2017 Technical Report – 2018


CP Guidelines for Condensers with Titanium TubesObjective Develop guidance on safe operation of condenser cathodic protection systems to

preclude future damage to Titanium tubes

Project Approach and Scope Review domestic/international operating experience related to Ti tube hydriding Perform laboratory testing to identify safe/unsafe levels of CP Consolidate numerous existing guidance that exists into single document; revise as

necessary based on more recent OE Identify maintenance/operational best-practices to preclude damage

Deliverable Technical Report – 2019 OE Training Video - 2017


CP Guidelines for Condensers with Titanium TubesExisting Guidance – Preliminary Review of Available Documentation 1983 EPRI Topical Report, CS-2961, “Current CP Practice in Steam Surface Condensers”

– < 0.4V vs Zinc can lead to hydriding

1987 ASME Paper, “Characterization of Ti Condenser Tube at Two FPL Plants”– < -1V vs (SCE) can lead to hydriding

1989 NACE Paper, “Determination of Cathodic Potential Limits for Prevention of Ti Tube Hydride Embrittlement in Saltwater”– < -1.2 to -1.4V vs SCE can lead to hydriding

1995 Paper, “Application and Guidelines for Use of CP in Ti-Tubed Condensers– < -0.9V vs Ag/AgCl can lead to hydriding

2013 NACE Paper, “Hydrogen Embrittlement in Ti and Superferritic Stainless Steel Steam Surface Condenser Tubing”– -0.9V to -1.0V (SCE) ideal range, more negative can lead to hydriding

3002000596 Vol. 2, CP Application & Maintenance Guide– Section 2: Condensers & Heat Exchangers– Cites above reference(s) for < 0.4V vs Zinc can lead to Hydriding


Evaluation of CP Requirements in Various Soil ApplicationsBackground NPP mixed metal environment restricts application of NACE CP effectiveness criteria 100mV shift criteria easy to achieve, difficult to justify use in NPP setting -850mV Instant-OFF mostly commonly used criteria

– Difficult to achieve due to complexity of buried infrastructure at NPPs– Out of 8 sites in State of Fleet Assessment, only 2 are “Green” or “White” for effectiveness per PI

NACE SP0169-2013:“Adequate CP can be achieved at various levels of cathodic polarization depending on the environmental conditions. As such, a single criterion for evaluating the effectiveness of CP might not be satisfactory for all condition or all locations along a structure.”

ISO 15589-1 (ISO equivalent for NACE SP0169):– Drops I-OFF potential criteria to -750mV & -650mV based on soil resistivity


Evaluation of CP Requirements in Various Soil ApplicationsObjective Assemble necessary information and provide guidance to support development of site-

specific CP acceptance criteria based on site-specific soil conditionsProject Approach and Scope Construct mock-up CP configuration Perform testing of various soils/backfills, modifying resistivity, pH, soil type, and halides Determine effective CP requirements using corrosion rate probesBenefit and Value Provide guidance on the impacts individual soil parameters have on CP requirements Provide basis to support site-specific evaluations of CP effectiveness determinations

based upon site soil testing results Make use of existing but rarely used NACE guidanceDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


Heat Exchanger Tube support and Stake Location and Movement Mapping

Objective Guidance for addressing differences in support structure locations observed through NDE from

prior inspections or from design drawings to identify support changes prior to the onset of tube wear

Project Approach and Scope Collect NDE Data from plants with known wear over multiple cycles Identify locations of support structures from cycle to cycle Provide guidance for monitoring movement of support structures to assess impactsBenefit and Value Remediation or proactive plugging/stabilizing to prevent online through wall degradation of tubesDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


Assessing the impact of off-design support locations in Heat Exchangers Excessive cross-flow velocities

or tube excitation Tube spans are excessive per

original design Tube supports have changed

such as ligament wear allowing greater tube movement

Tube supports have shifted due to failure of the cage restraints

Tube stiffness has changed due to thinning

Variabilities for anti-vibration bar insertion depth has caused issues in Recirculating Steam Generators


NDE of Finned Tube Heat Exchangers

Objective Develop guidance and methodology for more reliable NDE on finned tube heat exchangersProject Approach and Scope Investigate NDE techniques to determine which method has the most repeatable results

on a standard with a variety of flaw Determine the signal to noise ratio of the technique Investigate pattern recognition software to aid in the detection of flaws. Develop and

publish technical guidance report.Benefit and Value A more consistent and reliable method of detecting flaws in finned tube heat exchangersDeliverable Technical Report 2019


IC Input / Awareness: FAC & ErosionComments on 2017 Projects

Cavitation Erosion Modeling for Plant Analysis – clarify scope, if it for rates the value may be low– Scope has been modified to investigate the linear assumption and the

possibility to determine cavitation location. FAC and Erosion have different priorities and levels of

importance, need to be separate focus areas.– RFA’s are defined as subjects, so some combinations are necessary– Relative importance of FAC and Erosion projects will be discussed at the

User Group level.Conduct many FAC inspections and there is no change in wall

thickness – is there an opportunity to optimize inspections?– Small Bore Pressure Threshold Study– FAC Mentoring Guide


Cavitation Erosion Modeling for Plant AnalysisObjective Develop a model to quantify the rate of wall loss due to cavitation erosion. Project Approach and Scope Investigate the pseudo-linear assumption using the results of the Erosion OE project Choose most promising model identified in 2016 CHUG Position Paper Determine whether cavitation location can be predicted Reconcile the constituents of the model with the parameters

that are available in the CHECWORKS™ software. Benefit and Value Allow CHECWORKS™ to be updated to provide a rate

of wall loss instead of a cavitation regime. Allow for improved predictions of cavitation erosion

to assist with inspection planning to prevent failures. Deliverable Technical Update - 2017


Portfolio Development


Funding Allocationfor each RFAwith (Ranking)


2017 Work Plan – Rev 0 Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation

– BPIG meeting and BPIG Projects– Cathodic Protection Users Group (CPUG) meeting – Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipes Connected to Copper

Ground Grid– Technical Assessment of Flaws in Moderate Energy Piping– Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried &

Underground Pipe– State of the Fleet Assessment of CP Systems: 2015 - 2018– Alternative Method for Assessing the Effectiveness of

Cathodic Protection– EPRI Support of NACE Codes and Standards Development

FAC and Erosion– CHUG meeting and CHUG Projects– Evaluate the Capabilities of Duplex Stainless Steel to Resist

Erosive Degradation– Assessment of Erosion Related Degradation

Fire Protection– Technical Evaluation of Cast Iron and Ductile Iron Pipe

Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance– HXPUG meeting and HXPUG Projects– Comprehensive Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Web

Resource

Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance (continued)– Main Condenser Fix a Flat– Integrated Balance of Plant Condition Assessment

Sourcebook

Non-Metallics– Materials Degradation Matrix for Non-Metallic SSC-

Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications– Flaw Acceptance Criteria for HDPE Joints– Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping

Plant Coating Degradation & Impacts – Nuclear Utility Coatings Council (NUCC) meeting – Nuclear Power Applications of State-of-the-Art Coatings– Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coating - Part II

Plant Heat Rate Enhancement Methods – P2EP meeting and P2EP Projects– Thermal Performance Troubleshooting Mobile Application– Implementation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Reliability

of Feedwater Flow Measurements Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance

– SWAP meeting and SWAP Projects– Guidelines for Tubercle Control– Service Water Application for BPWORKS– Guidelines for Balance of Plan (BOP) Piping Inspections

Cross Cutting Area: Structural Health Monitoring / Condition Based Monitoring


Funding Allocationfor each RFAwith (Ranking)



2018 Work Plan – Rev 0 Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation

– BPIG meeting and BPIG Projects– Cathodic Protection Users Group (CPUG) meeting – Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipes Connected to Copper

Ground Grid– Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried &

Underground Pipe– State of the Fleet Assessment of CP Systems: 2015 - 2018– EPRI Support of NACE Codes and Standards Development– Cathodic Protection Guide for Main Condenser Titanium

Tubes– Evaluation of CP Requirements in Various Soil Applications

FAC and Erosion– CHUG meeting and CHUG Projects (including new projects)

Fire Protection– Technical Evaluation of Cast Iron and Ductile Iron Pipe– NDE of Fire Protection Systems

Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance– HXPUG meeting and HXPUG Projects (including new

projects)– Integrated Balance of Plant Condition Assessment

Sourcebook– Main Condenser Fix a Flat

Non-Metallics– Materials Degradation Matrix for Non-Metallic SSC-

Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications– Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping– NDE for Nonmetallic Repairs of Metallic Pipe

Plant Coating Degradation & Impacts – Nuclear Utility Coatings Council (NUCC) meeting – Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coating - Part II– Guideline for Nuclear Safety-Related Coatings, Revision 3 – Coatings Database Version 3.0

Plant Heat Rate Enhancement Methods – P2EP meeting and P2EP Projects– Implementation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Reliability

of Feedwater Flow Measurements– Thermal Performance CBT

Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance – SWAP meeting and SWAP Projects– Guidelines for Balance of Plan (BOP) Piping Inspections– Improved Flaw Acceptance Criteria for Class 2/3 Moderate

Energy Piping Welds Cross Cutting Area: Structural Health Monitoring / Condition

Based Monitoring


Summary

Discussion of strategic projectsRev 0 of the 2017 and 2018 plans presentedNext steps

– EPRI to refine scope based on feedback and communicate work plan to Integration Committee

– EPRI to implement feedback process with User Groups


Summary of Research Focus Areas and Projects(Slides from June Webcast)


January

• Review research results

May – June (June 7, 2016)

• Focus Area description and Feedback Form sent to global membership for N+2

June – July (July 8, 2016) (July 26, 2016)

• Feedback due to EPRI

• Webcast with membership

July

• EPRI program integrates feedback with other information to formulate portfolio

August (August 30, 2016)

• N+1 Portfolio presented at IC for review

• N+2 Portfolio presented at IC for initial endorsement

Portfolio Development / Research Focus Area and Project Feedback: Process and Schedule


Portfolio Development: Objectives of Feedback Process

Identify additional research

needs and project ideas

Discuss strategic issues and research

needs

Provide feedback on

proposed RFAs and projects


Portfolio Development: ConsiderationsFirst Year using Research Focus Areas and Associated Process Anticipate making adjustments Feedback is encouraged and welcome

Nuclear Sector Pricing Restructuring January 2017: Impact to Engineering Programs/BOPC Integration Committee

– CHUG, BPIG, NP3 (HXPUG, SWAP, P2EP) move into base funding and structure – Funding Level 2017, 2018, 2019 member funding will remain at the 2016 funding level 2020 moves into sector process for allocating funds

– Transition advisory structure over the next three years


Portfolio Development: Information Provided

Webcast Presentation– PPT File, Organized by RFA, Proposed Projects in a Strategic Plan

Format, Slide for each proposed projectPortfolio Development Package

– PDF File, Organized by RFA, Proposed Projects in a Strategic Plan Format, Project Evaluation Form (PEF) for each proposed project

Feedback Form– 1 (Highest Priority) or 2 or 3 (Lowest Priority) for RFA– Comments on projects and RFAs


Engineering Programs (BOPC) Mission

Improving equipment reliability and plant performance through innovation by:– advancing methods and technologies to manage corrosion and

mechanical degradation within the balance of plant piping systems (tanks, vessels, intake structure) and heat exchangers,

– and by developing training tools to enable efficient knowledge transfer, qualifications and proficiency

Right scope, right time, right mechanism for implementation.


Research Focus AreasFlow Accelerated

Corrosion and Mechanical Erosion

Plant Heat Rate Enhancement

Methods

Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water

System Performance


InnovationPlant Coating

Degradation and Impacts

Buried and Underground Piping

and Tanks Degradation


Non-Metallics


Flow Accelerated Corrosion and Mechanical Erosion in Plant Piping and Components


FAC and Erosion: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan 2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

CHECWORKSTM User Group Biannual Meetings




FAC Mentoring GuideFAC Textbook

FAC Mentoring GuideField Guide for FAC and Erosion

FAC and Erosion Mobile Application NSAC-202L Rev. 5*

Research & Guidance

Erosion Testing of Duplex Stainless Steel

Erosion Testing of Duplex Stainless Steel Cavitation Erosion Monitor Cavitation Erosion Monitor

Assessment of Erosion-related Operating Experience

Assessment of Erosion-related Operating Experience

Evaluation of a Solid Particle Erosion Model

Evaluation of a Flashing Erosion Model*

Small Bore Pressure Threshold Study*

Cavitation Erosion Modeling for Plant Analysis

Testing for Flashing Erosion Resistance*

Testing for Flashing Erosion Resistance*

FAC State-of-the Fleet Evaluations*




CHECWORKSTM Modeling Guidelines*

CHECWORKSTM Modeling Guidelines*

Flexible Operations: Plant Configuration Impacts*

Flexible Operations: Cycling Frequency Study*

NDE Wheel Probe Data Evaluation*

Elevated Feedwater Oxygen FAC Impact*

Elevated Feedwater Oxygen Gap Analysis*

Elevated Feedwater Oxygen Gap Disposition*

Improvements to the Total Points Method for UT Data*

Evaluation of Cavitation Models for CHECWORKS™*

FAC Safety Factor Refinement* Handheld Optical 3-D Scanner*

CHECWORKSTM Version 4.2*CHECWORKSTM Version 5.0*

CHECWORKSTM Version 4.2*CHECWORKSTM Version 5.0* CHECWORKSTM Version 5.0* CHECWORKSTM Version 5.0*

Knowledge Development

FAC 201 Training FAC 201 Training FAC 201 Training FAC 201 Training

CHECWORKSTM Training CHECWORKSTM Training CHECWORKSTM Training CHECWORKSTM Training

Feedback gathered via CHUG *No PEF in package


Evaluate the Capabilities of Duplex Stainless Steel to Resist Erosive DegradationObjective Perform material testing to understand the erosion resistance of duplex stainless steel.Project Approach and Scope Evaluate gaps in the current knowledge Develop a test plan for the selected materials (including coatings) Perform erosion testing for selected materialsBenefit and Value Update knowledge on the erosion resistance of duplex stainless steels Identify a replacement material to reduce or eliminate erosion Save time and cost due to the more extensive welding and heat treatment requirements

for other materials.Deliverable Technical Report - 2017


Assessment of Erosion Related DegradationObjective To identify potential gaps or improvements in current erosion strategies.Project Approach and Scope Review operating experience related to erosion degradation Evaluate instances of erosion degradation relative to erosion control strategiesBenefit and Value Provide a concise summary of erosion failures Identification of gaps in current erosion control strategies to prevent future instances of

erosion degradation. Deliverable Technical Report - 2017


Cavitation Erosion Modeling for Plant AnalysisObjective Develop a cavitation model to quantitatively determine the rate of wall loss due to

cavitation erosion. Project Approach and Scope Choose most promising model identified in 2016 CHUG Position Paper Reconcile the constituents of the model with the parameters that are available in the

CHECWORKS™ software. Benefit and Value Allow CHECWORKS™ to be updated to provide a rate of wall loss instead of a cavitation

regime (e.g., incipient damage). Allow for improved predictions of cavitation erosion to assist with inspection planning to

prevent failures. Deliverable Technical Update - 2017


Evaluation of a Solid Particle Erosion Modeling StrategyObjective To determine the applicability of a Solid Particle Erosion (SPE) model to FAC-

susceptible and service water systems. Project Approach and Scope Testing the model against plant degradation data for FAC-susceptible and service water

systems of nuclear power plants. Benefit and Value Provide an analytical framework for predicting SPE in service water, BWR reactor water

cleanup, and PWR steam generator blowdown systems. Allow CHECWORKS™ to be updated to model SPE in addition to cavitation, flashing,

and liquid droplet impingement. Deliverable Technical Update - 2017


Cavitation Erosion Monitor for Normal and Flexible OperationsObjective Develop an in-service monitor that can be used to focus inspections on locations in which erosion

degradation has actually occurred, or to eliminate planned inspections in which no degradation occurred with a variable plant operating profile.

Project Approach and Scope Optimize existing technology in the fields of use of structural health monitoring, accelerometers,

and acoustic emission microphones for the detection of cavitation. Deploy a prototype at a test site. Benefit and Value The results of this investigation will be a sensor that can be used to detect erosion, particularly

cavitation erosion. Potentially eliminate planned inspections in locations where no degradation was experienced. Deliverable Technical Report - 2019


Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation


Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan (Buried Pipe)

2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

Buried Pipe Integrity Group Buried Pipe Integrity Group Buried Pipe Integrity Group Buried Pipe Integrity Group

BPIG Annual Meeting BPIG Annual Meeting BPIG Annual Meeting BPIG Annual Meeting

Research & Guidance

Heavy Loads Crossing Plant Yard Guidelines*

Heavy Loads Crossing Plant Yard Guidelines*

BPIG 2016 UPTI State of the Fleet Assessments*

BPIG 2017 UPTI State of the Fleet Assessments*

BPIG 2018 UPTI State of the Fleet Assessments & 5 Year Summary*

Leak Detection Using Resistivity Data with a Conductive Infrastructure*

Leak Detection Using Resistivity Data with a Conductive Infrastructure*

Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipes Connected to Copper Ground Grid




Technical Assessment of Flaws in Moderate Energy Piping


Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried & Underground Pipe

Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried & Underground Pipe

Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried & Underground PipeSoftware to Implement ASMECode Case N-806-1

Software to Implement ASME Code Case N-806-1


BP101 Training Course BP101 Training Course BP101 Training Course BP101 Training Course

BPWORKS Training Course BPWORKS Training Course BPWORKS Training Course BPWORKS Training Course

Feedback gathered via BPIG *No PEF in package


Corrosion Tests of Buried Pipes Connected to Copper Ground GridObjective Provide corrosion rate methodology and data for Fitness for Service calculations on

buried pipeProject Approach and Scope This project extends the previous efforts by obtaining key data on the additional variables

of soil conditions such as oxygen, chlorides, pH, sulfides, resistivity, moisture, sulfate reducing bacteria, etc Welds, stainless steel piping materials, and coating holidays are added to the test matrix Benefit and Value Generic corrosion data for buried pipe as a function of key variables will provide a useful

method for determining FFS of buried pipe without the excessive conservatism currently being practiced




Objective Support the current efforts on ASME CC N-513 by providing the technical basis

for additional scenarios Project Approach and Scope Expand the current temperature and pressure limitations; improve crack growth

curves for stainless; reduce conservatism on stress intensity factors; and expand scope to include buried and underground pipe and valves

Benefit and Value Expanded scope of ASME CC N-513 will be a valuable tool for the plants to

temporarily accept flaws until the next scheduled outageDeliverable Letter Report – 2017


Design and Fitness-for-Service Rules for Buried & Underground PipeObjective Provide data useful in the development of rules (e.g. ASME Code Cases) for the

design and qualification of buried and underground pipe for continued service when degradation is found

Project Approach and Scope Participating in the review of proposed code rules, via providing sample

calculations using the proposed rules and the development of technical basisBenefit and Value Technical basis and fitness for service rules could enable a nuclear power plant

to evaluate degradation in buried pipe for continued service for improved asset optimization



Software to Implement ASME Code Case N-806-1Objective Provide software to assist in the implementation of Rev1 ASME to Code Case N-806,

“Evaluation of Metal Loss in Class 2 and 3 Metallic Piping in a Back-Filled Trench, Section XI, Division 1”

Project Approach and Scope This project would automate both the simplified Level 1 analysis and the more complex

Level 2 analysis in a tablet application that can be used in the field. Since Code Case N-806 is for Code Class 2 and 3 piping, it will need to be developed as a NQA product

Benefit and Value This product would simplify the implementation of Code Case N-806 for evaluation of

degradation found in code class 2 and 3 buried piping systems thus saving time and costs

Deliverable Software – 2017


Buried and Underground Piping and Tanks Degradation: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan (Cathodic Protection)

2016 2017 2018 2019Technology

Transfer CPUG CPUG CPUG CPUG

Research & Guidance

2016 State of the Fleet Assessment of CP



Alternate Method of Assessing CP –Phase II

Alternate Method of Assessing CP –Phase II (cont.)

*Development of License Renewal implementation guidance (White paper)

EPRI Support of NACE Codes & Standards Development



*Overview & guidance for installing CP monitoring coupons and corrosion probes

CP Guidelines for Condensers with Titanium Tubes

CP Guidelines for Condensers with Titanium Tubes(cont.)

Evaluation of CP requirements in various soil applications

Evaluation of CP requirements in various soil applications(cont.)

*CP Requirements of piping encased in concrete/flowable fill


CP101 CP101 CP101 CP101

* PEF not contained in provided package


State of the Fleet Assessment for Cathodic Protection SystemsObjective Identify strengths, deficiencies, and recommendations for improvement for the design, operation,

and maintenance of cathodic protection systems at representative utilities and share the observations with the industry to promote improvements throughout the industry fleet.

Project Approach and Scope Four (4) individual sites will be assessed each year Site-specific assessment reports will be issued to participating sites, with a summary of the finding

presented in EPRI technical updates/reports, while keeping the participants anonymous.Benefit and Value Effective benchmarking tool to assess the design, operation, and maintenance of CP systems

throughout the fleet so that observations and lessons learned can be communicated to the industry for the betterment of all.

Identify industry needs in regards to guidance, training, and research & development. Deliverable Technical Report – 2017, 2018 Technical Update - 2018


Alternate Method of Assessing CP – Phase IIObjective Identify, test, and validate application of an alternative method of assessing CP

effectiveness.Project Approach and Scope Perform laboratory testing and field trials to confirm efficacy of the proposed method. Benefit and Value Potential development of a new and more accurate means of assessing true site-specific

CP effectiveness. Identification and demonstration of an alternative method may change the manner in

which CP is evaluated and subsequently how effectiveness is reported. Deliverable Technical Report - 2017


EPRI Support of NACE Codes & Standards DevelopmentObjective Participate in NACE task groups developing standards related to cathodic protection, buried

piping, and coatings. Identify new and evolving technologies and applications presented at NACE conferences that

have potential for application to the nuclear industryProject Approach and Scope Attendance of NACE task groups on developing standards Attendance in NACE meetings/conferences related to the latest technology and technology

innovations applicable to EPRI Engineering Programs Research Focus AreasBenefit and Value Provide input and shaping of industry guidelines, while understanding the changes faces by the

industry Identification of potential research & development opportunities based upon new technologies,

applications, and innovationsDeliverable Status updates during BPIG, CPUG, and NUCC webcasts and meetings


CP Guidelines for Condensers with Titanium tubesObjective Identify causes of Titanium hydriding in condenser tubes Develop guidance on safe operation of condenser cathodic protection systems to

preclude future damage to Titanium tubesProject Approach and Scope Review operating experience related to Ti tube hydriding Perform laboratory testing to identify safe/unsafe levels of cathodic protection Identify maintenance/operational best-practices to preclude damageBenefit and Value Recommendations on effective CP application to preclude damage to titanium

condenser tubesDeliverable Technical Update – 2018 Technical Report – 2019


Evaluation of CP Requirements in Various Soil ApplicationsObjective Identify cathodic protection requirements in various soil conditions to support site-specific

evaluations of effectivenessProject Approach and Scope Construct mock-up CP configuration Perform testing of various soils/backfills, modifying resistivity, pH, soil type, and halides Determine effective CP requirements using corrosion rate probesBenefit and Value Provide guidance on the impacts individual soil parameters have on CP requirements Provide basis to support site-specific evaluations of CP effectiveness determinations

based upon site soil testing results Deliverable Technical Report - 2018




Fire Protection Piping Structural Integrity and Performance: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan

2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

Research & Guidance

Utility survey. Collection of available material and fitting data. Gap Analysis.

Technical Evaluation of Cast Iron and Ductile Iron Pipe


NDE for Selective Leaching NDE of Fire Protection Systems




Objective Perform a technical evaluation of cast iron and ductile iron (fire protection systems) to document

the material properties through available data and testing (if needed) Determine if there is industry need for fitness for service (structural integrity) rules for this pipingProject Approach and Scope A gap analysis to collect

– Available materials data on cast iron and ductile iron such as modulus, yield and ultimate stress, fatigue curves, poisons ratio, etc. as a function of temperature.

– Available design data on the most commonly used types of mechanical fittings such as stress intensification factors, allowable loads, allowable displacements and rotations, etc.

Testing to obtain the missing materials data and fitting design data. Participation in ASME code committees (if applicable)Benefit and Value Optimization of asset management and planning for piping replacement.Deliverable Technical Report - 2018


NDE of Fire Protection Systems

Objective To identify and assess NDE technology for the inspection of materials, components, and expected

degradation in a fire protection system Project Approach and Scope Focus on NDE gaps of the FP issues and includes the following tasks

– Fabricate piping mockups with threaded joints, bell & spigot, Dresser couplings, and Victaulic couplings Mockups to include degradation of the pipe and couplings, as well as insufficient engagement of the pipe into the couplings or insufficient thread engagement.

– Conduct a round robin evaluation of various NDE technologies. Develop guidance for performing NDE.

– Make the mockups available for vendor technology development, and procedure and personnel qualification.

Benefit and Value Technology and guidance that could be used to maintain fire protection system operability and

integrityDeliverable Technical Report – 2017


Plant Coating Degradation & Impacts


Plant Coating Degradation and Impacts: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan

2016 2017 2018 2019Technology

TransferNUCC NUCC NUCC NUCC

Research & Guidance

Applications of State-of-the-art Coatings

Applications of State-of-the-art Coatings (cont.)

*Follow-up to state-of-the-art coatings – Part I

*Follow-up to state-of-the-art coatings – Part II

Guidelines for Balance-of-PlantCoating/Lining Repairs

Guidelines for Balance-of-Plant Coating/Lining Repairs (cont.)

2018 Plant Coatings Program Assessments

Buried Pipe Coatings Aging Study (cont.) – report only

Coatings Database 3.0 Guideline for Nuclear Safety Related Coatings Rev. 3

Guideline for Nuclear Safety Related Coatings Rev. 3 (cont.)

Accelerated Return-to-Service of Coatings – Part II

Accelerated Return-to-Service of Coatings – Part II (cont.)


EPRI Nuclear Coatings Training EPRI Nuclear Coatings Training EPRI Nuclear CoatingsTraining

EPRI Nuclear CoatingsTraining

Training Video for Coating Application

*Buried Pipe Coating Inspection Training – Hands-on Workshop

* PEF not contained in provided package


Applications of State-of-the-Art Coatings

Objective Identify areas of coating need and which available coatings can fill that need Identify advanced coatings which are not in use in the nuclear industry but offer

significant benefitsProject Approach and Scope Identify industry needs on coatings by survey Solicit input from coating manufacturers and members of academia on advancements in

coating systems High temp coatings, nanotechnology, super-hydrophobic, accelerated cure-time, etcBenefit and Value Bridge gap between coating needs and coating availability Identification of coatings which can be improve asset protection and reduce maintenance Deliverable Technical Report - 2017


Guidelines for Balance-of-Plant Coating and Lining RepairsObjective Provide guidance on repair techniques for linings and coating for balance of plant

applications Project Approach and Scope Buried piping, tanks, heat exchangers, concrete structures, etc No Containment SL1Benefit and Value Increased understanding on latest repair techniques for various BOP applicationsDeliverable Technical Report - 2017


EPRI Coatings Database 3.0Objective Update existing coatings database to improve functionality, utility data, and overall use. Project Approach and Scope Restructure to provide plant names and coatings in use for SL1, SL3, BOP, Tank, and

Buried pipe applications for utility benchmarking Improve functionality, filtering/search abilities, descriptions, and increase populated fields Draft spreadsheet of requested database inputs and send to system/program owners Leverage NUCC members to encourage input by site personnelBenefit and Value Increased functionality, search/filtering ability Increased data, value to NUCC members for benchmarking, and therefore increase in

use Deliverable Software (Database) - 2018


Accelerated Return-to-Service of Immersion Coatings –Part IIObjective Identify new or existing coatings, or coating technologies (e.g., UV cure), which offer

benefits of accelerated cure times intended for immersion service applicationsProject Approach and Scope Benchmark existing coating systems in use at nuclear plants and current cure-times Identify any existing coating systems offering promise Identify vendor(s) willing to participate in development of new coatings Perform comparison testing of developed coating(s) against one another and/or

benchmark cure-timesBenefit and Value Shorter maintenance windows and outage durationsDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


2018 Plant Coatings Program Assessments

Objective Benchmark utility strengths, deficiencies, and best practices for coatings programs Capture valuable lessons learned to share with industry for self-improvementProject Approach and Scope Leverage existing self-assessments Similar to scope of “State-of-the-fleet Assessments” Develop assessment questionnaireBenefit and Value Effective benchmarking tool for coatings program owners Increase consistent in coatings program management Address recurring industry questions on utility practicesDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


Training Video for Coating Application

Objective Develop and produce multiple training HD videos to educate new coatings

engineers on aspects of the coatings programProject Approach and Scope Videos will be approximately 10-20 minutes long Topics: surface preparation, mixing, application, inspections Videos available for download and provide updated input to EPRI Nuclear Coatings

TrainingBenefit and Value Enhance site personnel understanding of coating processes Improved knowledge transfer and retentionDeliverable Series of training videos - 2018


Guideline for Nuclear Safety Related Coatings Rev. 3

Objective Update EPRI Report 1019157, 12/23/2009 Update industry guidance and best practices for safety-related coatingsProject Approach and Scope Safety-related coatings Address latest standards, regulations, and technologies

Benefit and Value Updated guidance on treatment of safety-related coatings Recommendations for improvements to site coatings programs and management of

coating aging, assessment, and repairDeliverable Technical Report – 2020


Non-Metallics


Non-Metallics: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

Research & Guidance

Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications

Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications - continued

Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications - continued

Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping

Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping

Flaw Acceptance Criteria for HDPE Joints

Flaw Acceptance Criteria for HDPE JointsEvaluation of the Technical Basis for Generic Use of Internal Mechanical Seals in Safety Related Applications

Evaluation of the Technical Basis for Generic Use of Internal Mechanical Seals in Safety Related Applications

Evaluation of the Technical Basis for Generic Use of Internal Mechanical Seals in Safety Related Applications

NDE technologies for Non-Metallic Piping Repairs





Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping Objective To provide the essential elements needed within a specification and procurement

product of HDPE piping Project Approach and Scope A TAG will be formed to obtain insight from utilities and technology suppliers on

operating experience and potential improvements to purchase specifications Followed by a literature review of previous EPRI/Industry guidance and research to

develop an outline of the reportBenefit and Value This report will support nuclear utilities in their efforts to install both non-safety and safety

related HDPE by providing an overview of the major design, procurement, and installation issues to be considered



Flaw Acceptance Criteria for HDPE JointsObjective Develop an initial understanding and predictive model of how HDPE pipe joints fail under tensile

load; use such to plan full pipe tests of various types and sizes of flawsProject Approach and Scope A scoping and parametric study will determine the flaw sizes that can likely be tolerated in HDPE

butt fusion joints while allowing for a 60 year component life at maximum ASME code allowable temperature and stress (140°F and 500 psi).

Test coupons will be machined from pipe sections that will be butt fused with the candidate flaws either embedded in the fusion zone (subsurface planar flaws) or cut into the fusion zone after the fusion is complete

The flaw sizes identified will be used to establish flaw sizes to be used in tests on whole pipesBenefit and Value Data supporting flaw acceptance criteria for butt fusion joints should reduce costs and

construction time for plants planning pipe replacement using HDPEDeliverables Technical Report – 2016 Technical Report (two) – 2017


Materials Degradation Matrix for Non-Metallic SSCs; Polymeric Materials Database for Nuclear Applications

Objective Develop an aging management tool such as a materials degradation matrix and associated issue management tables for non-

metallic systems, structures, and components that are in the balance-of-plantProject Approach and Scope Development of a materials degradation matrix for non-metallics associated with the balance-of-plant systems and components,

followed by the development of issue management tables which are system, structure, and component based and include an assessment of the consequence of failure

An expert panel (EPRI, utility personnel, and industry experts) will be formed and used to develop the materials degradation matrix The issue management tables will be developed by the EPRI team. Utility members will provide input of the priority of the

identified issues Benefit and Value Concise resource for identification of degradation, repair, inspection, replacement, and research needs of balance-of-plant

materials will enable industry to conduct research on high priority needs. The industry will have aging management methods in place ahead of need which allows for efficient aging management of existing nuclear power plants as well as new builds

Deliverables Technical Update – 2016 Technical Report – 2017 Technical Report – 2018


Evaluation of the Technical Basis for Generic Use of Internal Mechanical Seals in Safety Related ApplicationsObjective Further the use of and acceptance of Internal joint seals as an attractive option to avoid more costly

pipe repairs/replacements from an inside diameter corrosion at the field joint viewpointProject Approach and Scope Phase 1 will evaluate relief requests that were approved for safety related applications for use of

internal mechanical seals; a technical basis document will be developed that includes supporting calculations and laboratory test data

Phase 2 will develop any test data that is needed to address research and test data gapsBenefit and Value Development of a technical basis for the use of internal seals in safety-related applications could lead

to the generic approval of the use internal mechanical seals which would eliminate the need to develop and support application-specific Relief Requests. The design, documentation, and understanding of limitations of the seals will likely be improved

Deliverable Technical Report – 2017 Technical Report – 2018


NDE for Nonmetallic Repairs of Metallic PipeObjective Evaluate NDE technologies that have the potential to perform the needed evaluations of

nonmetallic repairs of metallic pipeProject Approach and Scope Make a variety of piping mockups of both good and bad CIPP (cured in place piping) and CFRP

(carbon fiber reinforced polymer) application Host a round robin of NDE technologies on the mockups to identify uses and limitations of each

method The mockups would be retained to help train and qualify utility NDE personnel and qualify their

proceduresBenefit and Value Nonmetallic piping repairs are useful in a plant owner’s toolkit to repair degraded piping in difficult

to access locations Validated NDE of the repairs will be crucial in receiving regulatory approvals of the repairsDeliverable Piping mockups – 2017 Technical Report – 2018




Heat Exchanger Structural Integrity and Performance: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan

2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

Heat Exchanger Performance Users Group




HXPUG Annual Meeting HXPUG Annual Meeting HXPUG Annual Meeting HXPUG Annual Meeting

Research & Guidance

Comprehensive HX Leak Troubleshooting Guideline

Integrated Balance of Plant Condition Assessment Sourcebook

Integrated Balance of Plant Condition Assessment Sourcebook

CBT - Effective Feedwater Heater Operation

Shell and Tube HX Web Resource Shell and Tube HX Web Resource Condenser Internals Inspection Guidance Full Length Tube Coating Evaluation

Chiller Replacement Guideline Main Condenser Fix a Flat Main Condenser Fix a Flat Evaluation of Plate and Shell Heat Exchangers

Comprehensive Tube Plugging Guideline SHM-Temperature and Radiation Resistant Magnetorestrictive Sensors

SHM-Temperature and Radiation Resistant MagnetorestrictiveSensors

CBT – Replacement HX Tubing

Heat Exchanger Tube support and Stake Mapping

Heat Exchanger Tube support and Stake Mapping

Condenser Internals Inspection Guidance

In-situ mechanical deposit removal from FWHs to improve performance

In-situ mechanical deposit removal from FWHs to improve performance

Condenser Inspection using Online Cleaning systems

Condenser Inspection using Online Cleaning systems


Intro to HX Training Intro to HX Training Intro to HX Training Intro to HX Training

Service Water HX Testing Training Service Water HX Testing Training Service Water HX Testing Training Service Water HX Testing Training


Comprehensive Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Web ResourceObjective Development of an online Web resource with convenient access to shell and tube heat

exchanger informationProject Approach and Scope Identify all useful reports for shell and tube heat exchangers Structure similar to the Comprehensive Condenser Resource (ref: 3002005338) Design website and provide links segregated by topical areasBenefit and Value Knowledge transfer to new and existing engineers would be improved by having a single

place to look for shell and tube heat exchanger informationDeliverable Web Resource - 2017


Integrated Balance of Plant Condition Assessment SourcebookObjective Develop a consistent methodology for evaluating the health of the balance of plant

systemProject Approach and Scope Gather data from utilities and evaluate for correlations between multiple parameters and

corresponding BOP influence Evaluate commonalities affecting FAC, degradation, and thermal performance Develop methodology for consistent health monitoringBenefit and Value Identification of areas where degradation risk is correlated to a particular

occurrence or operational practice and help identify areas where online structural health monitoring could be used to manage the risk of failure.

Deliverable Technical Report - 2018


Main Condenser “Fix a Flat”Objective Identify a material that could be conveniently introduced into the cooling water

intake, offer a better and longer term leak sealantProject Approach and Scope Literature search a neutral buoyancy bio-friendly or inert blend of materials Select Materials Test in a lab against wood flour and document in Technical ReportBenefit and Value Remove the necessity to downpower and plug tubes while the plant is at powerDeliverable Technical Report - 2018 Technology - 2019


Structural Health Monitoring - Temperature and Radiation Resistant Magnetorestrictive SensorsObjective A high temperature / high radiation zone as a Magnetorestrictive sensor for structural

health monitoringProject Approach and Scope Investigate spray metal technology or other metal technology to apply

Magnetorestrictive sensors to components with varying geometries that operate at higher temperatures or in high radiation areas Mock up testing and results documented in final reportBenefit and Value Sensor technology that is not affected by accumulated radiation or temperature that can

be applied to varying geometriesDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


In-situ mechanical deposit removal from FeedwaterHeatersObjective An ultrasonic transducer mounted to feedwater heaters and could be turned on during

periods of long cycle recirculation to aid in removing both shell and tube side deposits. Project Approach and Scope Literature review for the qualification of ultrasonics on tubing materials Investigate ultrasonic technology possibilities Evaluate performance via mockup and capture in Technical ReportBenefit and Value Reduced fouling of feedwater heaters, leading to more optimum heat transfer during the

cycle that is accomplished without confined space or locked high radiation entry.Deliverable Technical Report - 2019


Heat Exchanger Tube support and Stake Location and Movement Mapping

Objective Guidance for addressing differences in support structure locations observed through NDE from

prior inspections or from design drawings to identify support changes prior to the onset of tube wear

Project Approach and Scope Collect NDE Data from plants with known wear over multiple cycles Identify locations of support structures from cycle to cycle Provide guidance for monitoring movement of support structures to assess impactsBenefit and Value Remediation or proactive plugging/stabilizing to prevent online through wall degradation of tubesDeliverable Technical Report - 2018


Assessing the impact of off-design support locations in Heat Exchangers Excessive cross-flow velocities

or tube excitation Tube spans are excessive per

original design Tube supports have changed

such as ligament wear allowing greater tube movement

Tube supports have shifted due to failure of the cage restraints

Tube stiffness has changed due to thinning

Variabilities for anti-vibration bar insertion depth has caused issues in Recirculating Steam Generators


Condenser Inspection using Online Cleaning systems during operationObjective Apply RFID and sensor technology to sponge ball cleaning systems for inspectionProject Approach and Scope Identify RFID technology to integrate into condenser cleaning systems Identify bounding conditions and develop mock up Prototype testing and capture testing results in report Identify NDE technology that can be appliedBenefit and Value Inspection of condenser tubes while online using existing equipmentDeliverable Technical Report (Prototype) - 2019 Technology - 2019+


NDE of Finned Tube Heat Exchangers

Objective Develop guidance and methodology for more reliable NDE on finned tube heat exchangersProject Approach and Scope Investigate NDE techniques to determine which method has the most repeatable results

on a standard with a variety of flaw Determine the signal to noise ratio of the technique Investigate pattern recognition software to aid in the detection of flaws. Develop and

publish technical guidance report.Benefit and Value A more consistent and reliable method of detecting flaws in finned tube heat exchangersDeliverable Technical Report 2019


Plant Heat Rate Enhancement Methods


Plant Heat Rate Enhancement Methods: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan

2016 2017 2018 2019

TechnologyTransfer

Plant Thermal Performance Enhancement Program




P2EP Annual Coordinators Meeting




Research & Guidance

Thermal Performance Assessments




Troubleshooting Mobile Application

Troubleshooting Mobile Application

Use of VFD’s for Enhanced Plant Performance

Nuclear Central Monitoring

Performance Modeling Best Practices & Enhancements

Implementation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Reliability of Feedwater Flow Measurements

Implementation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Reliability of Feedwater Flow Measurements

Feedwater Heater Level Control System Optimization

CBT – Thermal PerformanceCooling Tower Degradation Mechanisms and Proposed Enhancements

Nuclear Plant Optimization at Reduced Loads

Use of VFD’s for Enhanced Plant Performance

Knowledge Development Annual P2EP Training Annual P2EP Training Annual P2EP Training Annual P2EP Training


Thermal Performance Troubleshooting Mobile ApplicationObjective Create a mobile thermal performance troubleshooting application that works with multiple

operating systems Project Approach and Scope Take the symptom based troubleshooting sections of 3002005346 and develop a

structure for a software based system Develop structured software program that could be loaded on a tablet or smartphoneBenefit and Value A tool that can be used in the field to quickly troubleshoot generation losses based on

symptoms observed in the field and offers convenient documentation of the troubleshooting effort.

Deliverable Software-2018


Thermal Performance Computer Based TrainingObjective To create a series of thermal performance computer based training modules that could

be used in knowledge transfer to supplement in person trainingProject Approach and Scope Develop multiple short thermal performance topics Develop computer based training modules for each topic (30 to 60 minutes) Provide computer based training modules in on demand formatBenefit and Value Immediate and at-location training to help the new thermal performance engineer

quickly gain knowledge through the capability of repeating modules on-demandDeliverable Computer based training-2017


Implementation of Data Reconciliation Methods for Reliability of Feedwater Flow MeasurementsObjective Provide a tool for evaluating the Core Thermal Power when the reading of a flow meter is in

question or dynamic, either as the result of poorly functioning equipment or the addition of dispersants.

Project Approach and Scope Use methods of data reconciliation to provide a comparative study against ultrasonic flow meters Use methods of data reconciliation to quantitatively assess the feedwater flow measurements in

plants where dispersants have suggested measured feedwater flow changesBenefit and Value A tool for Core Thermal Power determination against factors that may influence the ability to gain

a reliable measurement of feedwater flow Objective data which may be used to evaluate power level in the event of a loss of reliable

feedwater flow measurement. Deliverable 2 Technical Reports-2018


Variable Frequency Drives for Enhanced Plant PerformanceObjective Analyze the viability of using variable frequency drives for circulating water pumps for

normal and flexible operation strategies for following energy demand at the grid.Project Approach and Scope Evaluate use of variable frequency drives in Circulating Water System applications using

multiple case studies across many different plant configurations and operating scenarios. Determine the impact of variable frequency drives on plant thermal performance. Document variable frequency drive operating experience as well as the overall thermal

performance impact of variable frequency drive for speed control of Circulating Water Pumps.

Benefit and Value A technology that has the potential to improve the thermal performance of the unit during

normal and flexible operation strategies.Deliverable Technical Report-2018


Cooling Tower Degradation Mechanisms and Proposed EnhancementsObjective To address cooling tower aging management issues, degradation and mitigation and to quantify

generation losses associated with degraded cooling towersProject Approach and Scope Perform an industry benchmarking to understand all of the damage mechanisms impacting cooling

towers and formation of a Technical Advisory Group. Compile strategies for dealing with the damage mechanisms catalogued. Publish a report containing a list of damage mechanisms and mitigation strategies. Analyze the plant generation losses from degrading cooling towers using case studies and quantifying

the potential generation improvements from making select improvements/repairs to cooling towers. Publishing a report that details the impact of cooling tower degradation on overall plant performance.Benefit and Value Understanding of how to mitigate cooling tower degradation and quantify the significance of cooling

tower degradation on overall plant performanceDeliverable Technical Report-2017 Technical Report-2018


Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance


Ultimate Heat Sink and Cooling Water System Performance: Proposed Projects and Strategic Plan

2016 2017 2018 2019Technology

TransferService Water Assistance Program Service Water Assistance Program Service Water Assistance Program Service Water Assistance Program

SWAP Annual Meeting SWAP Annual Meeting SWAP Annual Meeting SWAP Annual Meeting

Research & Guidance

Planning for Addition of Tables to Service Water Plant Database*

Addition of Tables on Circ Water and CCW to Plant Database* (continuing)

Addition of Tables on Feedwater to Plant Database* (continuing)

Addition of Detailed HX Data to Plant Database* (continuing)

Service Water and Ultimate Heat Sink Mentoring Guide*

Service Water and Ultimate Heat Sink Mentoring Guide*CBT on Procuring Replacement SS HXTubing*

CBT on Procuring Replacement SS HXTubing*(continuing)

Service Water Application for BPWORKS

Service Water Application for BPWORKS

CBT on Procuring Replacement Yellow HX Tubing*

CBT on Procuring Replacement Yellow HX Tubing* (continuing)

Guidelines for Tubercle Control Guidelines for Tubercle Control

Guidelines for Balance of Plant (BOP) Piping Inspections



Flexible NDE Blanket Flexible NDE Blanket

Improved Flaw Acceptance Criteria for Class 2/3 Moderate Energy Piping Welds




SW System Engineer Course SW System Engineer Course SW System Engineer Course SW System Engineer Course

Microbiological Influenced Corrosion (MIC) Course




Intro to Heat Exchangers Course Intro to Heat Exchangers Course Intro to Heat Exchangers Course Intro to Heat Exchangers Course

SW HX Testing Course SW HX Testing Course SW HX Testing Course SW HX Testing Course

Feedback gathered via SWAP *No PEF in package


Service Water Application for BPWORKSObjective Develop and add capabilities to BPWORKS™ software for analyzing and data storage for above

ground service water inspection, repair, and replacement activitiesProject Approach and Scope Revise current version of BPWORKS™ Develop an Engineering Spec for corrosion models and algorithms with the assistance of a TAG Explore synergy with CHECWORKS™ for new features such as the isometric package and

evaluation of UT grid dataBenefit and Value Development of these capabilities should help control the significant costs of Service Water piping

efforts. Collaborative software provides for cost sharing, ability to exchange lessons learned, and a

uniform approach for dealing with regulator and intervener issuesDeliverable Software Requirement Specification – 2016 BPWORKS Version 2.3 – 2017


Guidelines for Tubercle Control

Objective Provide better “where-to-look” (including improved basis for modeling in BPWORKS) and “how-to-

control” guidance for Tubercles in lines carrying raw or minimally treated waterProject Approach and Scope Experimental test flow loop with varying conditions of salt and fresh water environments, a variety

of flow rates, two temperatures, four materials (carbon steel, cast iron, 90/10 copper-nickel, and 70/30 copper-nickel), and dead legs orientations

Benefit and Value Improved “where-to-look” and “how-to-control” guidance will result in reduced plant operations

and maintenance costs, less cleaning requirements, fewer pipe leaks, and improved system reliability




Objective Provide guidance in the 3 issues of planning a pipe inspection: degradation mechanism, best

inspection method, and key attributes for a successful inspectionProject Approach and Scope Integrated tablet application for in the field guidance on the degradation mechanism and preferred

method to inspectBenefit and Value This product should provide a comprehensive guide to facilitate knowledge transfer from

researchers to plant personnel on thorough piping inspections Provides better inspection results, better experience sharing, and a more uniform industry

approachDeliverables Technical Report – 2017 Tablet Application Software Specification – 2017 Tablet Application – 2018


Flexible NDE BlanketObjective Investigate the development of a Non-Destructive Examination instrument which would be flexible

in nature and capable of being applied to a wide variety of surface geometries; similar to a flexible “skin” or “blanket”.

Project Approach and Scope Investigate available vendor technologies and previous EPRI technologies Determine NDE technique best suited Develop a prototype and testBenefit and Value Investigate available vendor technologies and previous EPRI technologies Determine NDE technique best suited Develop a prototype and testDeliverable Technical Report – 2017? Prototype Fabrication – 2018? Test and Tech Transfer – 2019?


Improved Flaw Acceptance Criteria for Class 2/3 Moderate Energy Piping Welds Objective Examine Section XI flaw acceptance criteria for Class 2/3 moderate energy

piping for both above ground and below ground pipingProject Approach and Scope Assemble a database of flaw types in buried pipe and service water pipe Conduct a literature review to collect information on past structural integrity

experiments of pipes with flaws, and compare with test data Perform a feasibility and benefit assessment of using several methodsBenefit and Value Improved understanding and characterization of welds in piping should improve

plant reliability and safetyDeliverable Technical Report – 2018




Potential R&D Needs Cast Iron – Ductile Iron PipeRecent Survey In Dec 2015, EPRI sent a survey to its utility members as to use of CI & DI pipe

in systems within the scope of the Underground Piping & Tank Initiative and License Renewal– Limited response, did resurvey in June 2016

Content– What piping systems in scope– Materials and code class– Types of joints– Types of linings and coatings– Any failures of CI & DI pipe

20 responses received


Systems IdentifiedNo of Sites In Scope Systems

2 Essential Service Water

17 Fire Protection

2 Service Water

1 Domestic water (?)

1 Storm, building, subsurface drains (?)

1 Tank moat drainage for rad tanks

1 Sanitary storm sewer (?)

1 Rad waste discharge

2 Oily waste

1 None


Pipe Joints Used

No of Sites

Types of Joints

4 Dresser couplings

2 Welded ductile iron

8 MJ couplings

2 Bell & spigot

6 Threaded & flanged

1 Mega-Lug

1 Fastite push bar

1 Unknown

2 Not specified


Pipe Materials Used

No Response/Unknown: 3White cast iron: 0

Number of Sites

Ductile Iron

1 C104/A21.4-902 C151/A21.51-912 C151/A21.51 65-45-122 C151/A21.51 60-40-181 C151/A21.1 4 C151/A21.51 80-55-061 CSA B131.13

Numberof Sites

Cast Iron

1 USAS A21.42 USAS A21.62 USAS A21.82 USAS A21.111 USAS A40.11 AWWA C101/A21.11 ASTM A48 Class 501 ASTM A-741 ASTMA48 Class 551 CL 221 CL 231 CL 25


Coatings & Linings

No of Sites Lining

16 Cement

2 Cal Tar Epoxy

8 None

No of Sites Coating

8 Coal Tar Epoxy

6 Coal Tar Enamel

7 None

1 No Response


CI & DI Failures ReportedNo of Events Contributors to Failure

4 Surface Loads

1 Foundation Settlement

2 Pitting

5 Cracking

3 Graphitization

1 Gasket/Bolting

2 Wall Thinning

1 Tuberculation

1 Water Hammer

No of Sites Failures?

9 Yes

10 No

1 No Response


2016 Nuclear Sector Member Satisfaction


Member Satisfaction - Background EPRI has captured member satisfaction

feedback in various forms for many years

Current member satisfaction survey adopted by Board in 2006

Results reviewed regularly with Board– one of Corporate Performance Indices (CPIs)

Member feedback used to drive continuous improvement across EPRI

Helps prioritize efforts – focus on areas with greatest impact on

satisfaction


Nuclear Member Satisfaction Survey Results

Overall Performance

Ease of Doing Business

Technical Program Value

Overall Satisfaction

2015 Results

2010-2015 Trend

92.3%

Overall Performance

Ease of Doing Business

Technical Program Value

86.1%

93.2%

92.4%

75%

80%

85%

90%

95%

100%

2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

• Impact of research on improving my business

• The program's strategic priorities and directions

• Quality of research results

• Relevance of research carried out by the program

• Technical staff expertise

Top ranked aspects of EPRI Experience

yWho completed the Survey


Category Initiative Timeframe

Research and Development

• Research Focus Areas• Project Overview Forms• Quality Management Program Implemented 2016

Tech Transfer

• Executive Summary• Onsite EPRI updates/regional meetings• International workshops• International NPC• Digital Strategy (ongoing)

Implemented 2016

Simplification• On-line Pricing• Invoice Review• New Pricing Model

Implemented 2016

Website • New Search Engine• Member Center Improvements Implemented 2016

Improvement Initiatives

Listening and Responding to the Feedback of our Members


Digital Delivery Enhancements

Becomes


Becomes

Digital Delivery Enhancements


New Search EngineThe search engine gets smarter over

time based on use.

It tracks what people search and where they go with the results.

The more the search engine is used, the faster it learns.

As it learns, features such as relevance and search term recognition will

dramatically improve, and as a result improve your search experience.

You make the search engine better by using it!


Survey instrument

Key components …1. Who you are

without a name and organization, we can’t count your input!

2. Number of years you have been an Advisor

3. How we’re doing

4. How you assess EPRI value

5. Key improvement in ease of doing business

6. Value you have received from this Program


Survey instrument

Key components7. Rate each statement based on how

satisfied you are8. Rank the top 5 statements as

indicated in the instructions9. Would you recommend EPRI10.If you are not satisfied with us in any

area, please tell us why

9

10

7

8




2015 Nuclear Member Satisfaction Scores, By Area ≤86% 87%-90% ≥91%

Program Area Surveyed Co's % Response Overall

PerformanceTechnical

Program ValueEase of Doing

BusinessOverall

Satisfaction Total

Nuclear Sector Council 19/39 48.7% 94.4% 96.6% 81.1% 93.3% 91.3%

Materials Degradation / Aging 18/40 45.0% 91.5% 92.1% 84.2% 92.1% 90.0%

Fuel Reliability 15/40 37.5% 89.5% 91.4% 89.5% 89.5% 90.0%

Used Fuel and High-Level Waste Management 16/40 40.0% 96.8% 96.0% 90.5% 97.8% 95.3%

Nondestructive Evaluation 13/40 32.5% 90.0% 92.7% 81.8% 90.0% 88.6%

Equipment Reliability 30/40 75.0% 91.0% 91.2% 83.8% 90.7% 89.2%

Risk and Safety Management 16/40 40.0% 92.2% 94.4% 91.1% 91.1% 92.2%

Strategic Initiatives (ANT and LTO) 20/40 50.0% 95.0% 95.7% 90.7% 95.7% 94.2%

Chemistry, Low-Level Waste and Radiation Management 15/40 37.5% 94.4% 94.4% 88.8% 95.8% 93.3%

Total 92.3% 93.2% 86.1% 92.4% 91.0%

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Action Item Review and Closing Comments

Date: August 15, 2016, Revision 0

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Discussion


Action ItemsAction Person Responsible Due Date


ER APC Topics

