Radiochemistry facility

Instrumentation

• gamma spectrometry including high-resolution (HPGe), low energy (LEGe), automated (HIDEX AMG) and portable (Kromek CZT)
• alpha spectrometers
• liquid scintillation analysis (Quantulus low background detectors and HIDEX 300SL TDCR)
• gas flow proportional counting
• mass spectrometry (ICP-QQQ)
• volatile radionuclide extraction furnaces (Raddec Pyrolyser)
• surface/pore area analysis (Anton Paar Quadrasorb)

As well as being able to access the above analytical instrumentation, research and development using radioactive materials and radiotracers can be carried out in the NNUF-EXACT facility by making use of our flexible, user-configurable workspaces:

Main laboratory

This is a large open plan laboratory space which includes 8 fume cupboards and a glove box system to provide containment for projects and sample handling. We provide mobile benching, power and data. These are configurable to specific project requirements. A modular flow rig system is also available to assist with testing of on-line and in-situ technologies.

Project laboratory

This laboratory is suited to sensor testing and development. It is primarily intended as a low-hazard wet/dry project space, equipped with mobile benching and can also include mobile dust extraction if required.

Sample preparation laboratory

This laboratory provides the capability to prepare a wide range of materials for project applications and analysis. These include:

• precision cutting
• grinding
• drying/igniting

It also includes a HEPA extracted workstation for sample handling.