Preliminary

Program
September, 23-28 2012

Welcome Reception & Registration on Sunday 23

Conference: Oral and Poster Sessions
from Monday 24 to Thursday 27
9th Intl Radiolysis, Electrochemistry &
Materials Performance Workshop
on Friday 28

www.sfen.fr
French Nuclear Energy Society
5, rue des Morillons - F 75015 Paris
Tel: 33.(0)1.53.58.32.10
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NOVOTEL
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Paris hosts the

International Conference
NPC 2012
on Water Chemistry of Nuclear Reactor Systems
from September, Sunday 23 to Thursday 27
and the

9th Intl Workshop,

on Radiolysis, Electrochemistry & Materials Performance
on September, Friday 28

> Following successful NPC 2008 Berlin and NPC 2010 Qubec, the NPC 2012 Paris conference is a major event
for nuclear plant Chemists and Radiochemists. Research, new development, operating experience, long life
duration, new environmental rules, so many areas to investigate and a meeting place to discuss with many
colleagues to prepare future stakes.
>The first workshop on light water reactor (LWR) coolant radiolysis and electrochemistry was held in 1998 to
discuss and to exchange on the fundamental basis of water radiolysis and electrochemistry and their
application to LWR fields. Following the successful workshops that have been held in conjunction with the
International Conference on Water Chemistry of Nuclear Reactor Systems, the 9th workshop will cover any
aspect of aqueous electrochemistry or radiation chemistry relevant to any part of the nuclear cycle.

Organized by
SFEN French Nuclear Energy Society
Materials Science and Technology, Non Destructive Testing, Chemistry Technical Section

Supported by

in Cooperation with
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

and the Sponsorship of

Atomic Energy Society of Japan (AESJ),
American Nuclear Society (ANS),
Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS),
European Nuclear Society (ENS),

Table of Contents
Committees
Event Overview
NPC 2012 Oral Sessions
NPC 2012 Poster Sessions
th
9 Intl Workshop
Registration Information
Convention Centre
Good to Know

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Committees
International Advisory Committee
Maurizio Chocron, CNEA
Raphael Lecocq, Laborelec
Ubirahy Caldeira da Silva e Souza, Eletrobras Eletronuclear
Katya Minkova, Kozloduy NPP-EAC
Derek H. Lister, University of New Brunswick
W. Zhang, IRIS - China Institute of Atomic Energy
Jan Kysela, Nuclear Research Institute REZ Plc
Timo Saario, Technical Research Centre of Finland (VTT)
Fred Bttcher, Neckarwestheim EnBW
Janos Schunk, Paks AG
S.V. Narasimhan, BARC facilities
Y. Katsumura, University of Tokyo
In Hyoung Rhee, Soonchunhyang University
Aleksandr Oryshaka, Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant
Ioana Pirvan, Institute of Nuclear Research
Victor Yurmanov, NIKIET
Ivan Smiesko, Slovenske Elektrame
Milan Simoncic, Nuklearna elektrarna Krsko
Herman Morland, Koeberg Power Station
Juan D. de Sanchez Zapata, Iberdrola Generacion SAUCN. Cofrentes
Bernt Bengtsson, Vattenfal AB - Ringhals Nuclear Station
Irene Mailand, AXPO - Beznau
F. Chu, Taiwan Power
Alexander Arkhipenko, National Nuclear Company "Energoatom"
Andy Rudge, EDF Energy
Keith Fruzzetti, EPRI
John Killeen, IAEA
Kenkichi Ishigure, [Emeritus]

Argentina
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
China
Czech Republic
Finland
Germany
Hungary
India
Japan
Korea
Lithuania
Romania
Russia
Slovak Republic
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Ukraine
United Kingdom
USA

Steering Committee
Chairman
Members

Jean-Luc Bretelle, EDF

Christian Brun, AREVA
Frdric Dacquait, CEA
Damien Fron, CEA
Luc Guinard, EDF
Patricia Hamel-Bloch, SFEN
Bernard Jolly, SFEN
Francis Nordmann, Consultant
Ellen-Mary Pavageau, EDF
Olivier Raquet, CEA
Agns Stutzmann, EDF

Workshop Correspondents
Catherine Corbel, Damien Fron, CEA - France

Event Overview
Conference
Sunday
September 23

Monday

Tuesday

Workshop
Wednesday

Thursday

September 24 September 25 September 26 September 27

Friday
September 28

Registration
Opening

Primary Water
Chemistry [1 of 7]

Lifetime
Management
&
Plant Ageing

Primary Water
Chemistry [5 of 7]
Fuel Behavior & Crud

Primary Water
Chemistry [6 of 7]
Corrosion in Reactor
Coolant System

Fundamentals of
Radiolysis &
Electrochemical Effects
[1 of 2]

Coffee Break
Poster Session

Coffee Break

Coffee Break

Maintenance [1 of 2]
Curative Cleaning
Methods

Fundamentals of
Radiolysis &
Electrochemical Effects
[2 of 2]

Coffee Break

Primary Water
Chemistry [2 of 7]
PWR, VVER,
Radiochemistry &
Dose Rates

Primary Water
Chemistry [3 of 7]
BWR, Primary Water
Chemistry &
Radiochemistry

Auxiliary Systems,
Cooling Water
Systems, Water &
Waste Treatment

Lunch Time
Secondary Water
Chemistry [1 of 3]
Secondary System
Treatment Strategy
Recent Situations of
Fukushima Daiichi
Plants

Registration

Primary Water
Chemistry [4 of 7]
Zinc Addition in PWR

Coffee Break
Poster Session

Coffee Break
Poster Session

Secondary Water
Chemistry [2 of 3]
Corrosion Products in
Secondary System

Future Trends
or
New Developments

Lunch Time

Secondary Water
Chemistry [3 of 3]
Treatment Options for
Secondary System

Maintenance [2 of 2]
Preventive Cleaning
Methods

Primary Water
Chemistry [7 of 7]
Hot Functional Tests
Start up & Shutdown
Closing

Welcome
Reception

Radiolysis &
Electrochemistry in
Reactors [1 of 2]

Coffee Break

Radiolysis &
Electrochemistry in
Reactors [2 of 2]

Poster Awards
Conference
Dinner

Poster Sessions

Primary Water Chemistry (PWR, BWR,VVER, PHWR, CANDU, )

Maintenance (cleaning, decontamination)

Secondary Water Chemistry (PWR, BWR,VVER, PHWR, CANDU, )

Future Trends or New Developments

Auxiliary Systems, Cooling Water Systems, Water and Waste Treatment

Radiolysis and Electrochemistry

Lifetime Management and Plant Ageing

2012, April 3

2012
September
Sunday 23

International Conference
NPC 2012
on Water Chemistry of Nuclear Reactor Systems

4:30 - 6:30

Registration

6:30 - 7:30

Welcome Reception

Sponsored
by CEA

7:30 - 8:30

Registration

8:30 - 9:10

Welcome by Jean-Luc Bretelle NPC 2012 Steering Committee Chairman

Opening by Dominique Minire SFEN Vice-President

9:10 - 10:10

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2012
September
Monday 24

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [1 of 7]

Advances in BWR Water Chemistry

S. E. Garcia (EPRI), J. F. Giannelli, M. Jarvis (Finetech) - USA

Effect of Low DH Concentration on Crud Deposition on Heated Zircaloy in Simulated PWR Primary Water

H. Kawamura (CRIEPI) - Japan

16

Primary Water Chemistry for NPP with VVER TOI

S.N. Susakin, S.I. Brykov (OKB "GIDROPRESS"), N.V. Zadonsky, O.S. Bystrova (RRC "Kurchatov Institute") - Russia

Coffee Break 10:10 to 10:50

10:50 - 12:30

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [2 of 7]

PWR, VVER, Radiochemistry & Dose Rates

134

Design Performances and Chemistry Program Supporting the FA3/UK-EPR

Experience and Modeling Balance

TM

Activity Management:

A. Tigeras, M. Bachet, O. Bremnes, V. Bonelli (EDF), M.-H. Clinard, P. Jolivet, F. Chama (AREVA) - France
162

FSD for Operating NPPs as Part of Sustainable Dose Reduction - Recontamination Evaluation for the
German PWR Grafenrheinfeld
B. Stellwag, S. Hoffmann-Wankerl (AREVA NP GmbH), S. Schtz, A. Jacob (E.ON Kernkraft GmbH) - Germany

169

Characterization of Contamination : French Analysis of International EMECC Campaigns.

L. Guinard, G. Ranchoux (EDF), F. Dacquait (CEA) - France

191

Radiochemical Guidelines and Process Specifications for Reactor Shutdown : the EDF Strategy
M. Wintergerst, D. Mol, T. Meylogan, A. Rocher, M.-J. Sagot, V. Bonelli, J. Bonnefon, B .Dupont (EDF) - France

52

Evaluation of Carbon-14 Life Cycle in Reactors WWER-1000

K. Lysakova, J. Neumann, K. Vonkova (Research Centre Rez Ltd.) - Czech Republic

Lunch Time 12:30 to 2:10

2:10 - 3:30

Sponsored
by EDF

Session: Secondary Water Chemistry [1 of 3]

Secondary System Treatment Strategy

92

Secondary Water Chemistry Control Plactices and Result of the Japanese PWRs
A. Maeda, Y. Shoda, N. Ishihara, K. Murata, H. Fujiwara (MHI, Ltd.) - Japan

11

Issues and Remedies for Secondary System of PWR/VVER

F. Nordmann, S. Odar, D. Rochester (ANT International) - Sweden

166

Secondary Side Water Chemistry pH Control Strategy Improvements

F.-M. Roumiguiere, J. Fandrich, U. Ramminger, A. Drexler, S. Hoffmann-Wankerl (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany

45

Effectiveness of Oxygen Treatment on Flow Accelerated Corrosion Mitigation in PWR Secondary System
W. Sugino, Y. Fukuda, Y. Kitano, K. Hisamune, Y. Meguro (JAPC) - Japan

3:30 - 3:50
254

The Recent Situations of Fukushima Daiichi Plants and the Related Water Chemistry Problems
by TEPCO
Coffee Break 3:50 to 4:50

+
Poster Session

4:50 - 6:10

Session: Secondary Water Chemistry [2 of 3]

Corrosion Products in Secondary System

214

Experimental and Numerical Study of Deposit Formation in Secondary Side SG TSP by Electrokinetic
Approach

145

In-Situ and Ex-Situ Electrochemical Charaterisation of Oxide Films on Alloys Based on Titanium and
Incoloy in Ammoniated Medium at 288 C

M. Guillodo, M. Foucault, N. Ryckelynck, F. Chahma (AREVA), M. Guingo, C. Mansour, O. Alos-Ramos, G. Corredera (EDF)
- France

V. Subramanian, S. Chandran, S. Rangarajan, S.V. Narasimhan, S. Velmurugan (BARCF), S. Pradhan (BARC) - India
14

The Dissolution Rate Constant of Magnetite in Water at Different Temperatures and pH Conditions
K. Mohajery, D. H. Lister (University of New Brunswick) - Canada, L. Deydier de Pierrefeu (DCNS) - France

217

Corrosion Product Measurements to Ensure Integrity of the Steam Generators in Beznau NPP
I. Mailand, P. Franz (Axpo AG) - Switzerland, H. Venz - Germany
End of the day

2012
September
Tuesday 25
8:30 - 10:10

218

Session: Lifetime Management & Plant Ageing

The Rationale for Improving EDF Chemistry Plan for the Next Years
J.-L. Bretelle, A. Stutzmann (EDF) - France

25

209

Determination of Wall Thinning Rates and High-Risk Zones for Local Wall Thinning due to FlowAccelerated Corrosion
S. Uchida, M. Naitoh (Institute of Applied Energy), T. Ohira (JAPC) - Japan, D. H. Lister (University of New Brunswick) Canada

Optimization of the Dissolved Hydrogen Level in PWR to Mitigate Stress Corrosion Cracking of Nickel
Alloys. Bibliographic Review, Modelling and Recommendations
M. Labousse, D. Dforge, F. Gressier, S. Taunier, M. Le-Calvar (EDF) - France

78

Regulatory Oversight Strategy for Chemistry Program at Canadian Nuclear Power Plants
R. Kameswaran (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) - Canada

Effect of Water Chemistry on Deposition for PWR Plant Operation

155

M. Le Calvar, J.-L. Bretelle, J.-P. Cailleaux, R. Lacroix, M. Guivarch, S. Taunier, F. Gressier, P. Vary, G. Corredera, O. AlosRamos, M. Dijoux (EDF) - France

Coffee Break 10:10 to 10:50

10:50 - 12:30

Sponsored
by AREVA

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [3 of 7]

BWR, Primary Water Chemistry & Radiochemistry
Radiation Exposure Reduction Technologies for a Japanese Advanced BWR

18

15

T. Saito, K. Ichikawa, H. Ishimaru (Hokuriku Electric Power Co.), M. Aizawa, Y. Sato, S. Morita (Hitachi-GE Nuclear Energy,
Ltd .) - Japan

Water Chemistry Experience Following an Extensive Power Uprate in Oskarshamn 3 BWR

B. Wegemar, J. Nilsson (Westinghouse Electric Sweden AB), J. Lejon, . Bergfors, B. Arnberg (OKG AB) - Sweden

47

Effective Reduction of Shutdown Dose Rate at Kuosheng Boiling Water Reactors Operating under
Hydrogen Water Chemistry
T.-K. Yeh, M.-Y. Wang (National Tsing Hua University), R. Wu (Taiwan Power Company) - Taiwan

142

Plant Chemistry Response to On-Line NobleChem

TM

J.A. Varela, T.A. Caine, E. Wehlage Davis (GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy), Y-J. Kim (GE Global Research Center) - USA

The Influence of Fe and Zn Addition Upon Activity Build-up in BWRs

68

C. Gustafsson, J. Chen, S. Bjrnsson (Studsvik Nuclear AB), J. Lejon (Oskarshamn AB), G. Granath (Ringhals AB), M. TanseLarsson (Forsmarks kraftgrupp AB) - Sweden

Lunch Time 12:30 to 2:10

2:10 - 3:50

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [4 of 7]

Zinc Addition in PWR

28

Influence of Zn Injection on Corrosion Behavior and Oxide Film Characteristics of 304 Stainless Steel in
Borated and Lithiated High Temperature Water
X. Wu, X. Liu, E.-H. Han, W. Ke (Chinese Academy of Sciences) - China

57

Modelling Zinc Behavior in PWR Plant

J. Henshaw, J. McGurk, S. Dickinson (National Nuclear Laboratory) - UK, D. Hussey, J. Deshon (EPRI) - USA

55

86

Study on a Corrosion Products Behavior with Zinc Injection in Pressurized Water Reactor Primary Circuit
Based on the CRUD Investigation in Actual Plant
N. Nagata, T. Nambu, D. Akutagawa, K. Hisamune (JAPC), Y. Shimizu (MHI), K. Nagamine, N. Kogawa (Nuclear
Development Corporation) - Japan

Effects of Zinc Addition on Steam Generator Tube Surface Chemistry and Structure
R.L. DeVito, W.A. Byers, A. Parsi (Westinghouse Electric Company) - USA

190

The Successful Use of an Acid Reducing Chemistry for the Resolution of Flow Variations in the RCS
S. Taunier, P. Varry, M. Wintergerst, M. Bachet, J.-L. Bretelle (EDF) - France

Coffee Break 3:50 to 4:50

+
Poster Session

Sponsored
by AREVA

4:50 - 6:10

247

Session: Future Trends or New Developments

Steam-Water Cycle Chemistry of Liquid Metal Cooled Innovative Nuclear Power Reactors
V. Yurmanov, V. Lemekhov, V. Smykov (NIKIET), Russia

Assessment of EPRI Water Chemistry Guidelines for New Nuclear Power Plants
143

K. Kim, K. Fruzzetti, S. Garcia, P. Frattini, D. M. Wells (EPRI), R. Eaker (LLC.), J. Giannelli (Finetech, Inc.), J. Gorman, C.
Marks (Dominion Engineering, Inc.), S. Sawochka (NWT Corporation) - USA

AREVA's Water Chemistry Guidebook with Chemistry Guidelines for Next Generation Plants (AREVA EPRs)
210

216

N. Ryckelynck, F. Chahma, P. Guillermier, N. Caris, C. Brun, M. Caron-Charles (AREVA) - France, L. Lamanna (AREVA Inc.) USA, J. Fandrich, M. Jaeggy, B. Stellwag (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany

Enriched Boric Acid as an Optimized Neutron Absorber in the EPR Primary Coolant
C. Coss, M. Berger (EDF) - France
End of the day

2012
September
Wednesday 26
8:30 - 10:10

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [5 of 7]

Fuel Behavior & Crud
Operational Experiences with M5 Claddings under High Li Water Chemistry

198

108

H.-J. Sell (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany, P. Guillermier (AREVA) - France, B. Bengtsson (Ringhals AB), D. Schrire (Vattenfall
AB) - Sweden, M. Martin, S. Portier (PSI), H.U. Zwicky (Consultant) - Switzerland

On the Phase Compositions of Fuel Crud Formed in PWRs Using Steam Generator Tubing Materials of
Alloy 600 And 690
J. Chen, D. Jderns (Studsvik Nuclear AB), B. Bengtsson (Ringhals AB), H. Bergqvist (Royal Institute of Technology) Sweden

Elemental Analysis of Fuel Crud Obtained from Korean Nuclear Power Plant Using Zinc Addition Technique
102

J.-W. Yeon, S.-H. Jung, H.-J. Ahn, K.-S. Choi, S. D. Park, K. Song (KAERI), J. Choi, H. Yang (KHPN-Central Research Institute)
- Republic of Korea

Change in Crud Deposition Behavior after the Transition to HWC and OLNC
124

157

L. Oliver, B. Helmersson, E. Fredriksson (Westinghouse Electric Sweden AB), G. Ledergerber, W. Kaufmann (Kernkraftwerk
Leibstadt) - Switzerland, G. Wikmark (Vattenfall AB), K. Lundgren (Studsvik ALARA Engineering AB) - Sweden, B. Cheng, A.
Kucuk (EPRI) - USA

Modelling of Crud Growth Phenomena on PWR Fuel Rods Under Nucleate Boiling Conditions
A. Ferrer, F. Dacquait (CEA), B. Gall (IPHC/UDS), G. Ranchoux (EDF), G. Riot (AREVA) - France

Coffee Break 10:10 to 11:10

+
Poster Session

11:10 - 12:30

219

Session: Auxiliary Systems, Cooling Water Systems, Water & Waste Treatment
Fukushima Contaminated Water Treatment: AREVA & VEOLIA's Solution Selected by TEPCO
P. Seberac (VEOLIA) - France

146

Microbial Pitting Corrosion of Type 316 Stainless Steel in a Once Through Seawater System
T. S. Rao, P.S. Murthy, Y.V. Harinath (BARC) - India

195

A High Recovery Membrane Process for Purification of Low-level Radioactive Liquid Waste
R. Al-Samadi (Ontario Power Generation), R. Davloor, B. Harper, J. Mann (Bruce Power) - Canada

220

Comparison of Biocides for Disinfection Treatment of Open Recirculating Cooling Circuits

S. Soreau, F. Prisset, N. Carvajal (EDF) - France

Lunch Time 12:30 to 2:10

2:10 - 4:20

Session: Secondary Water Chemistry [3 of 3]

Treatment Options for Secondary System

87

Water Quality of NPP Secondary Side with Combined Water Chemistry of Ammonia and Ethanolamine
I. H. Rhee, H.-J. Jung, B. Park (Soonchunhyang University) - Korea

Experience and Optimisation of Ethanolamine Treatment for a PWR Secondary System

N. van Eeden, F. WR Matthee (Eskom, Koeberg Power Station) - South Africa

167

The Application of Film-Forming Amines in Secondary Side Chemistry Treatment Of NPPs

U. Ramminger, J. Fandrich, F.-M. Roumiguiere (AREVA GmbH) - Germany

225

Assessment of the PolyAcrylic Acid for an Ammonia Water Treatment and for Alloy 800NG SG Tube
Material in Pressurized Water Reactors
C. Lamouroux, D. You, G. Plancque, M. Roy (CEA) - France, C. Laire, P. Schnongs (Laborelec) - Belgium

96

249

Experience with Dispersant Application: Long-Path Recirculation Cleanup Trial at Byron Unit 1 during
Spring 2011 and Online Addition Update
K. Fruzzetti (EPRI), C. Marks, M. Kreider (Dominion Engineering, Inc.), J. Bates (ChemStaff), D. Morey (Exelon),
I. Duncanson (STP Nuclear Operating Company), S. Sawochka (NWT Corporation)- USA

Update on Anion Resin Kinetic Impairment in PWR Polishers Using ETA

W. Carlin (Dow Chemical Company) - USA
End of the day

7:30 - 11:30

Poster Awards
and

Conference Dinner

Sponsored by Dow
Water & Process
Solutions

2012
September
Thursday 27
8:30 - 10:10

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [6 of 7]

Corrosion in Reactor Coolant System
Solubility of Chromium (III) Oxide And Metal Chromates: Development of Multeq Models

31

230

S. Dickinson, J. Henshaw (NNL) - UK, M. Bachet (EDF) - France, R. Eaker (LLC), D. Hussey (EPRI), C. Marks (Dominion
Engineering, Inc.) - USA, P. Tremaine (University of Guelph) - Canada

Radiation-Induced Corrosion of 316L Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel

Q. Knapp, K. Daub, A. Musa, J.C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario) - Canada

138

Evaluating Steam Generator Tubing Corrosion through Shutdown Nickel and Cobalt Releases
C. Marks, P. Krull (DEI), D. Hussey, K. Epperson (EPRI) - USA

37

Impact of Pressuriser Heater Failures on Primary Water Chemistry

M. Barton, K. Garbett, K. Hinds, M. Mantell, G. Quirk, M. Scrancher (EDF Energy Nuclear Generation) - UK

160

EDF PWRs Primary Coolant Purification Strategies

F. Gressier, D. Mascarenhas, S. Taunier, M. Le Calvar, J.-L. Bretelle, G. Ranchoux (EDF) - France

Coffee Break 10:10 to 10:50

10:50 - 12:30

Session: Maintenance [1 of 2]
Curative Cleaning Methods

128

The Chemical Decontamination of the Callisto PWR Loop

K. Van den Dungen, E. Cantrel, M. Wber (SCK-CEN) - Belgium

109

Comprehensive Studies of Corrosion Processes of Austenitic Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel in
Permanganic Acid Solutions
E. Deak Horvath, K. Varga, Z. Nmeth, T. Kristf (University of Pannonia), A. Szab Nagy (University of Istvn Szchenyi),
J. Schunk, G. Patek (Paks Nuclear Power Plant Ltd.) - Hungary

Dose Rate Reduction Method for NMCA Applied Plants

26

M. Nagase, M. Aizawa, (Hitachi-GE Nuclear Energy, Ltd.), H. Hosokawa (Hitachi, Ltd.) - Japan, J. Varela, T. Caine (GEHitachi Nuclear America, LLC) - USA

Optimized High Temperature Oxidation and Cleaning Procedure at Bugey 3

76

150

G. Ranchoux, M. Wintergerst, M. Bachet, S. Leclercq, J.-D. Duron, J.-P. Meunier, S. Blond, G. Cordier (EDF), F. Dacquait
(CEA) - France

Cleaning of Dirtied Heat Exchanger by a New Process Using Foam

J.-M. Corrieu (DCNS), S. Faure, E. Herms (CEA) - France

Lunch Time 12:30 to 2:10

Sponsored
by VEOLIA

2:10 - 3:10

Session: Maintenance [2 of 2]
Preventive Cleaning Methods

140

Advanced Scale Conditioning Agent (ASCA) Applications: 2012 Experience Update

M. Little, R. Varrin, A. Pellman, M. Kreider (DEI) - USA

175

DMT - AREVA's Steam Generator Maintenance Cleaning Process, Concept and Experiences
S. Weiss (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany, F. Grember (AREVA) - France, D. Jones (AREVA NP Inc.) - USA

208

DMT & Other Chemical Cleanings Wastes Treatment: AREVA's Solutions & Experiences
F. Grember, R. Delatour (AREVA) - France, S. Weiss (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany, D. Jones (AREVA NP Inc.) - USA

3:10 - 4:10

Session: Primary Water Chemistry [7 of 7]

Hot Functional Tests, Start up & Shutdown

10

114

Optimisation of the Water Chemistry during Simulated Hot Functional Test of a Pressurised Water Reactor
for Improved Stability of the Passive Film on Alloy 690
I. Betova (Technical University of Sofia), M. Bojinov, V. Karastoyanov (University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy)
- Bulgaria, P. Kinnunen, T. Saario (VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland) - Finland

Start-Up and Shut-Down Experiences in Primary Circuit of Paks NPP WWER-440 Units
J. Schunk, G. Patek, T. Pintr (Paks NPP), P. Tilky (T-Chem Ltd), J. Osz (BUTE) - Hungary

178

Steam Generator Tubes Pre-Oxidation and Cleaning - Effect on Release and Oxides Formation
S. Leclercq, M. Bachet (EDF) - France

4:10 - 4:20

Closing

10

Poster Session
September, Monday 24
Application of a New Electrolytic Method to Create Lithium and Boron Recovery and Recycling

Systems in the Primary Circuit of PWR Units

G.G. Nalbandyan, G.A. Martoyan (AREV SI CJSC) - Republic of Armenia

Primary Water Chemistry Control during a Planned Outage at Bruce Power

159

G. Ma, R. Nashiem, S. Matheson, B. Yabar, B. Harper (Bruce Power), J. G. Roberts (CANTECH Associates Ltd.) -

Canada
233

Lithium Hideout and Return in the CANDU Heat Transport System during Shutdown and Start-up
L. Qiu, A.P. Snaglewski (Atomic Energy of Canada Limited) - Canada

Formation of Chromium Oxide Nanoparticles by Gamma Irradiation of Chromate Solutions

227

229

L. Alrehaily, J.M. Joseph, J.C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario), D. Guzonas (Chalk River Laboratories) Canada

Radiation-Induced Corrosion of Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel in Ferrous Solutions

P.A. Yakabuskie, T. Sutherland, J. M. Joseph, J. C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario) - Canada

226

Radiation-Induced Corrosion of Stellite-6

M. Behazin, J.J. Nol, J.C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario) - Canada

44

Chemical Species Influences under Flow Conditions Relevant to PWR and SCWR
I. M. Svishchev, K. Imtiaz Choudhry, R. A. Carvajal-Ortiz (Trent University) - Canada

154

Effect of Water Chemistry on Surface Film of Alloy 690 in Simulated Primary Water
Z. Zhang, J. Wang, E.-H. Han, W. Ke (Chinese Academy of Sciences) - China

43

Long Term Impact of KOH on the Zry-4 Fuel Cladding

M. Miklos, K. Vonkov (Research Centre Rez), V. Hanus, D. Ernst (CEZ, NPP Temeln) - Czech Republic

187

Zinc Injection on the EDF Fleet - First Experience Feedback of the Implementation on 14 New Units
G. Le Meur, M. Benfarah, A. Stutzmann, J.-L. Bretelle, A. Rocher, M. Claeys, S. Bonne, A.-M. Harmand (EDF) - France

Surface Reactivity of Colloidal Corrosion Product and Alloys in PWR Conditions

74

G. Lefvre (Chimie ParisTech-CNRS UMR7575 LECIME ), S. Leclercq, B. Martin Cabanas, S. Delaunay, C. Mansour
(EDF), G. Berger (IRAP) - France

In-Situ Assessment of the Nickel Base Alloys Oxide Growth Kinetics in Primary Water Chemistry
213

212

M. Guillodo, A. Proust, M. Foucault (AREVA), M. Pijolat, K. Wolski (Ecole des Mines de Saint Etienne), S. Perrin (CEA),
P. Combrade (ACXCOR) - France

Dedicated New Descaling Method to Characterize Corrosion and Cation Release of SG Tubing
Materials
M. Clauzel, M. Guillodo, M. Foucault, N. Engler, F. Chahma (AREVA) - France

121

Solubility of Nickel Ferrite (NiFe2O4) from 100C to 200C

A. Bellefleur, M. Bachet (EDF), P. Benezeth, J. Schott (GET) - France

122

Dissolution Rate of Bunsenite (NiO) in Acid Solution to 130C

A. Bellefleur, M. Bachet (EDF), P. Benezeth, J. Schott (GET) - France

224

Comparison between Oxidation in Nominal PWR Primary Water and in Vapour Phase at 400 C of
Alloy 600 and of Alloy 690.
B. Chetroiu, C. Guerre (CEA), C. Duhamel, M. Sennour, J. Crpin, (Mines Paritech) - France

222

Stress Corrosion Cracking and Oxidation of Alloy 82 in Nominal PWR Primary Water and in Vapour
Phase at 400C.
E. Chaumun, C. Guerre (CEA), C. Duhamel, M. Sennour, J. Crpin (Mines Paritech), E. Hripr (Ecole Polytechnique),
F. Balestreri (IRSN) - France

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Characterisation of Oxides Formed on the Internal Surface of Steam Generator Tubes in Alloy 690
Corroded in the Primary Environment of Pressurised Water Reactors
F. Carrette, S. Leclercq, L. Legras (EDF) - France

123

Modelling of Hydraulic Influence on Corrosion Products Deposition Onto PWR Primary Surfaces
B. Martin Cabanas, S. Leclercq, M. Guingo (EDF), G. Lefvre (CNRS) - France

156

Boron Analyses in Reactor Coolant System of French PWR by Acid-Base Titration ([B]) and ICP-MS
10
( B atomic %) : Key to NPP Safety
S. Roux, F. Jouvet, S. Carabasse, D. Felgines, H. Schaeffer, D. Mole, P. Thiaucourt (EDF) - France

177

Experimental Study of Particle Deposition Kinetics in the Primary Circuit of the CIRENE Loop and
Comparison with OSCAR V1.2 Code Simulations
M. Girard, R. Mombellet (CE2A), G. Ranchoux (EDF), G. Riot (AREVA) - France

Simulations of Corrosion Product Transfer with the Oscar V1.2 Code

193

207

F. Dacquait, J. Francescatto, F. Broutin, J.B. Gnin, G. Bnier, D. You (CEA), G. Ranchoux, J. Bonnefon, M. Bachet
(EDF), G. Riot (AREVA) - France

Study of the Speciation of Carbon-14 in the Primary Circuit of Pressurized-Water Reactors

L. Petit, H. Schneider, M. Bachet (EDF) - France

Composition and Distribution of Tramp Uranium Contamination on BWR and PWR Fuel Rods
185

211

M. Schienbein, P. Zeh (AREVA), A. Hurtado (Technische Universitt Dresden), M. Rokamp (VENE Kernkraftwerk
Brunsbttel), M. Bolz (EnBW Kernkraftwerk Philippsburg) - Germany, I. Mailand (AXPO Kernkraftwerk Beznau) Switzerland

Effect of UV-Irradiation on Low Concetration Methanol Solutions in BWR Condition Loop Testing
B. Stellwag, B. Devrient (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany, M. Pop (AREVA Inc.) - USA

199

Autoclave Testing on Zirconium Alloy Materials

P.-B. Hoffmann,H.-J. Sell (AREVA), F. Garzarolli (ANT International) - Germany

161

Electrolysis of Iron (II) Ions from a Simulated Decontamination Solution

P. Rajesh, S. Suresh, S. V. Balaji, S. Rangarajan (BARCF) - India

163

Electrochemical Studies of Zinc Ion Addition on the Passivation Behaviour of SS 304l Under Simulated
BWR Chemistry Conditions
S. Chandran, V. Sakhare Navin, S. Rangarajan, S. Velmurugan (BARCF) - India

148

Effect of Magnesium Ions on the Initial Oxidation Stages of Carbon Steel

H. Subramanian,V. Subramanian, S. Rangarajan, S.V. Narasimhan, S. Velmurugan (BARCF) - India

48

Influence of Boric Acid and Lithium Hydroxide on Oxide Film of 316 Stainless Steel in PWR Simulated
Primary Water
T. Fukumura, K. Arioka (Institute of Nuclear Safety System, Inc.) - Japan

The Effects of Dose Rate Reduction with Zinc Injection from HFT in TOMARI Unit 3
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73

H. Hayakawa, Y. Mino, S. Nakahama, Y. Aizawa (Hokkaido Electric Power Company), T. Nishimura, R. Umehara,
Y. Shimizu (MHI, Ltd.), N. Kogawa, Z. Ojima (Nuclear Development Corporation) - Japan

Kinetic Analyses on Startup and Shutdown Chemistry of BWR Plant

M. Domae, K. Fujiwara (CRIEPI), H. Inagaki (Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc.) - Japan

132

The Effect of Surface Treatment on Reducing the Metal Release from Ni-Base Alloy in High
Temperature Water - Electrochemical Study of the Surface Treated Film Properties
M. Kanzaki, Y. Hidaka, Y. Masaki (Sumitomo Metal Industries, Ltd.) - Japan

174

Crud Deposition Characteristics on Nuclear Fuel Cladding in High Temperature Water

W.Y. Maeng, M.W. Kim (KAERI) - Korea

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On-Line, In-Core Measurement of the Thermal Conductivity of a BWR Fuel Rod with a Tenacious Crud
Deposit
P. Bennett (OECD Halden Reactor Project) - Norway

88

Demonstrate Use of Capillary Electrophoresis. Low Level Transient of Anions

K. Moum, T. Solheim (HRP) - Norway, J. McElrath (EPRI) - USA

176

On 2D Water Chemistry
A. Shimkevich, I. Shimkevich (Kurchatov Institute) - Russia

245

Primary Water Chemistry Improvement of VVER Plants

I. Belozerov (Novosibirsk VNIPIET) - Russia

Determination of Boron-10 for Reactivity Balance in a Pressurised Water Reactor

N. van Eeden, N. Gloria Tasana, C. Goodwin (Eskom, Koeberg Power Station) - South Africa

Crack Growth Rate in Alloy 600 during a Simulated Reactor Cycle

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110

P. Efsing, P.-O. Andersson, B. Bengtsson (Ringhals AB), U. Engman, K. Norring, A. Molander (Studsvik Nuclear AB) Sweden

Stability of Oxides In BWR Conditions - A Review

J. Chen, B. Forssgren, J. Lejon, K. Fritioff (Studsvik Nuclear AB) - SWEDEN

100

Corrosion of Nickel-Based Alloys 52M and 152 in Simulated BWR Water Environments under High
Flow Velocities
M. Helin, J. Chen (Studsvik Nuclear AB), B. Forssgren (Vattenfall), F. Lindberg (KIMAB) - Sweden

116

Platinum Deposition Behaviour on Stainless Steel under Varying Water Chemistry in Simulated BWR
Conditions

117

Effect of Injection Rate on Platinum Deposition Behaviour on Stainless Steel under Simulated BWR
Conditions

65

A. Ramar, S. Ritter, P. V. Grundler, V. Karastoyanov, S. Abolhassani-Dadras, I. Gnther-Leopold, N. Kivel (Paul

Scherrer Institut) - Switzerland

P. V. Grundler, A. Ramar, S. Ritter, V. Karastoyanov, S. Abolhassani-Dadras, I. Gnther-Leopold, N. Kivel (Paul

Scherrer Institut) - Switzerland

Study of Deposited Crud Composition on Fuel Surfaces in the Environment of Hydrogen Water
Chemistry (HWC) of a Boiling Water Reactor at Chinshan Nuclear Power Plant
T.L. Tsai, T.Y. Lin, T.Y. Su ,H.J. Wei, L.C. Men, T.-J. Wen (Institute of Nuclear Energy Research), C.C. Lin (National Tsing
Hua University) - Taiwan

Photo-Electrochemical Effect of Zinc Addition on the Electrochemical Corrosion Potentials of Stainless

Steels and Nickel Alloys in High Temperature Water
C. Fong, Y.C. Lee (ITRI), C. Fang Chu, C. Chang (Taiwan Power Co.) - Taiwan

93

Sodium Hydroxide Injection Passivation Work for the Reactor Water Clean-up System in a New ABWR
Plant
T.J. Wen (Atomic Energy Council), J.H. Lu (Taiwan Power Company) - Taiwan

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46

Corrosion Products Identification at Normal Water and Hydrogen Water Chemistry in Boiling Water
Reactors
Y.H. Shih , T.L. Tsai ,T.J. Wen (Atomic Energy Council), S.C. Shen, C. Fang-Chu (Taiwan Power Company) Taiwan
Influence of Ultraviolet Radiation on the Corrosion Behavior of ZrO 2-treated Type 304 Stainless Steels
in High Temperature Water
T.K. Yeh, C.Y. Li, M.Y. Wang (National Tsing Hua University) - Taiwan

58

Modelling Activity Transport Behavior In PWR Plant

J. Henshaw, J. McGurk, S. Dickinson (National Nuclear Laboratory), K. Hinds, K. Garbett (EDF) - UK,
D. Hussey, J. Deshon (EPRI) - USA

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Electrokinetic and Electrochemical Corrosion Studies Related to Crud Formation

F. Scenini, G. Palumbo, N. Stevens, A. Cook, S. Lyon (University of Manchester) - UK

42

Application of Version 3 of EPRI BWR Radiolysis Model

J. Henshaw (National Nuclear Laboratory) - UK, D. Morgan, J. Giannelli (Finetech), S. Garcia (EPRI) - USA

248

Effects of Water Chemistry on Corrosion of Stainless Steel and Deposition of Corrosion Products in
High Temperature Pressurised Water
J. Morrison, C. Cooper, C. Ponton, B. Connolly (University of Birmingham) - UK

54

BWR Electrochemical Corrosion Potential (ECP) Monitoring, Challenges and Successes

S. Hettiarachchi (Consultant), R. L. Cowan (Consultant), S. Garcia (EPRI) - USA

131

Effect of Water Chemistry on Corrosion of Zr Alloys for BWR Application

Y.-J. Kim (GE-GRC) - USA

The Role of Noble Metal Addition Methods on BWR Shut Down Dose Rates
R.L. Cowan (Consultant), S.E. Garcia (EPRI) - USA

120

An Overview of the EPRI PWR Primary Chemistry Program

D. Perkins, K. Fruzzetti, C. Haas, D. Wells (EPRI) - USA

202

Results of a Recent Crud/Corrosion Risk Assessment Using AREVA Tools for a US Plant
L. Lamanna, M. Pop, R. Harne, J. Jones (AREVA) - USA

Quantifying the Impact of PWR Primary Side Chemistry Regime Utilizing Surface Activity Data
91

32

D.M. Wells (EPRI), K. Bieze (Pacific Gas and Electric), G. F. Palino, S. Sawochka (NWT Corp.) - USA, B. Bengtsson
(Vattenfall, Ringhals) - Sweden

The Benefits of Enriched Boric Acid in PWRs

D. Wiedenmann (Ceradyne) - USA

205

Screening Tests to Evaluate the Formation of Methyl-Iodide from the Application of Methanol in BWR
Plants
M. Pop, M. Bell, M. Caldwell, A. Hoornik, B. Barney (AREVA) - USA

251

On the Shape of Stress Corrosion Cracks in Reactor Piping

D. Kramer, S-K Lee, D.D. Macdonald (Pennsylvania State University) - USA

Poster Session
September, Tuesday 25

252

Water-Steam-Cycle Chemistry Monitoring and Organic Additives

P. Wuhrmann (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology - ETHZ), M. Lendi (Swan Analytical Instruments) - Switzerland

119

Validation of the Measurement of pH in Water of the Secondary Circuit in the Range 9.00 to 10.00 at
25C

M. Gorgoschidse, P. Echeverria, M. Zilli, B. Schonbrod (NA-SA S.A.) - Argentina

168

Oxygen Consumption by Hydrazine in Long Sample Lines

L. Chi, C. W. Turner (Atomic Energy of Canada Limited) - Canada

13

Investigating Source of Increased Sulphate in Boiler Blowdown

J. Willich (Bruce Power) - Canada

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Stress Corrosion Crack Growth Rate in Steam Generator Materials in Secondary Side Crevice Chemistry
Environment
M.-L. Turi, G. Goszczynski, G. Ogundele, A.K. Jarvine (Kinectrics Inc.) - Canada

223

Formation of Corrosion Products of Carbon Steel under Condenser Operating Conditions

C. W. Turner, L. Chi (Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd) - Canada

127

Strengthening Model of Particle Deposits for Tube Support Plate Flow Blockage in Steam Generators and
Effect of Chemistry
T. Prusek, E. Moleiro, F. Oukacine, A, Adobes (EDF), M. Jaeger (M2P2), M. Grandotto (CEA/M2P2) - France

201

EDF Plan for a Dispersant Injection Trial

S. Mercier, G. Corredera, C. Mansour, M. Alves-Vieira (EDF), D. You (CEA) - France

67

Modelling Fouling of Rough Surfaces by Colloidal Particles in Turbulent Flows

C. Henry, J.-P. Minier (EDF), G. Lefvre (LECIME-CNRS Chimie ParisTech) - France

180

Control and Management of the Chemical Risk Linked with Hydrazine Storage, Unloading and Injection
Across French Nuclear Fleet
M. Spahic, T. Valery, J.-P. Deyris, A. Dzemidzic, M. Dijoux (EDF) - France

158

COLENTEC : An Experimental Set-up to Study the Clogging of Steam Generators

P. Schindler, E. Tevissen, V. Pointeau (CEA), E. Moleiro (EDF) - France

Boiling of Water in Flow Restricted Areas Modeled by Colloidal Silica Deposits

J. Peixinho, G. Lefvre, F.-X. Coudert (CNRS), O. Hurisse (EDF) - France

189

Secondary Circuit Start-Up Chemistry Optimisation

G. Fontan, P. Morel (EDF) - France

192

Mobile Polishing System of Feed Water at Start-Up - Feedback from the Implement and Future Prospects
C. Faure, K. Eade, G. Fontan, S. Veraghe (EDF) - France

236

Evolution of Carbon Steel Corrosion in Feedwater Conditions Reproduce by the FORTRAND Loop
S. Delaunay, A. Bescond, C. Mansour, J.-L. Bretelle (EDF) - France

237

165

Prediction of Sulfur Speciation in Secondary Circuit Conditions - Influence of Magnetite and Hydrazine at
275C
S. Delaunay, C. Mansour, E.-M. Pavageau, (EDF), G. Berger (IRAP - CNRS), G. Cote, G. Lefevre, M. Fdoroff (Chimie
ParisTech- CNRS - LECIME) - France

Steam Generator Assessment for Sustainable Power Plant Operation

A. Drexler, J. Fandrich, U. Ramminger, S. Weiss (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany

Investigation of Disperse Iron Content's Growth in the Secondary Side of Paks Nuclear Power Plant
I. rpd (MVM ERBE Ltd.), T. Pintr, G. Patek (Paks, NPP) - Hungary

Erosion Problems in Secondary Systems of Paks NPP Caused by Increased Moisture Content of Steam
115

J. Schunk, G. Patek, T. Pintr, P. Rozmanitz, I. B. Varj (Paks, NPP), I. rpd (MVM ERBE Ltd), P. Tilky (T-Chem Ltd.),
J. Osz (BUTE) - Hungary

General Corrosion Studies of a Titanium and Incoloy Based Alloys under Ammoniacal Medium at 300C
171

153

B. K. Gokhale, Smt. S. J. Keny, A. G. Kumbhar, S. Rangarajan, S. Bera, J. Nuwad, S. A.Kumar, D. N. Wagh, S. Pradhan
(BARCF) - India

Development of the Mitigation Method for Carbon Steel Corrosion with Ceramics in PWR Secondary
System
M. Okamura, O. Shibasaki, T. Miyazaki, Tetsuji Kaneko (Toshiba Corporation) - Japan

133

Electrochemical Chloride Ion Detection Technique by Using PT Electrode Used in High Temperature Water
J.-W. Yeon, M.-H. Yun , K. Song (KAERI) - Republic of Korea

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Calculation of Activity Transport and Accumulation in WWERs Secondary Circuit Systems for Setting of
Limit Radionuclide Specific Activity in Water of Steam Generators
R. Sharafutdinov, O. Kavun, N. Kharitonova, N. Repnikov (SEC NRS) - Russian Federation

238

35

Multipurpose Test Facility "SPRUT" for Experimental Substantiation and Selection of Water Chemistry of
Steam Generators for Fast Reactors Next Generation
A.S.Mikheyev, V. A. Grabezhnaya, V.B. Smykov, A.A.Kamaev (Institute for Physics and Power Engineering) - Russian
Federation

Dimethylamine as a Replacement for Ammonia Dosing in the Secondary Circuit of an Advanced GasCooled Reactor (AGR) Power Station
C. Armstrong, A. Bull, M. Mitchell, G.P. Quirk, I. S. Woolsey, A. Rudge (EDF Energy) - United Kingdom

38

Results of Secondary Chemistry Optimization at Ukrainian NPPs

V. Kozlov, T. Kozlova ("Scientific and Technical Center" of NNEGC "Energoatom") - Ukraine

90

Predictive Models for Deposit Accumulation and Corrosion on Secondary Side of Steam Generators
S. Choi (EPRI), V. Moroney, C. Marks, M. Kreider (DEI) - USA

97

PWR Secondary Water Chemistry Control Status: A Summary of Industry Experience and Trends Relative
to the EPRI PWR Secondary Water Chemistry Guidelines
K. Fruzzetti, S. Choi (EPRI) - USA

246

Water Chemistry and Corrosion Issues of Control Rod and Protection System in Russian LWGRs
V. Yurmanov (NIKIET) - Russia

62

Assurance of Sodium Concentration Measurement on Line in Water Supply to the Secondary System in
Atucha I & II NPPs
M. Gorgoschidse, M. A. Ormando (Nucleoelctrica Argentina) - Argentina

64

Operative Modes of the Primary Circuit Degasser of Atucha II NPP

I. Rodriguez, M. Contino, M. Chocron (C.N.E.A.), J. Duca (N.A.S.A.) -Argentina

79

Commissioning of the Laboratory of Atucha II NPP. Implementation and Optimization of Analytical

Techniques, Quality Aspects
B. Schnbrod, B. Quispe, A. Cattaneo (N.A.S.A.), I. Rodriguez, M. Chocron, S. Farias (C.N.E.A.) -Argentina

40

Reaction Kinetics of Hydrazine Neutralisation in Steam Generator Wet Lay-Up Solution

K. Schildermans, R. Lecocq (Laborelec) - Belgium, E. Girasa (GDF SUEZ Nuclaire) - France

20

Irradiation of Oil / Water Biphasic Systems: The Importance of Interfacial Surface Area on the Production
of Hydrogen and Other Deleterious Products
P.W. Causey, C.R. Stuart (Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd.) - Canada

66

72

Evaluation of Regeneration Techniques for Weak and Strong Base Anion Resins Fouled with Iron-Organic
Compounds
P. Kus, K. Vonkova, K. Lysakova (Centrum vyzkumu Rez s.r.o.), M. Slouf, J. Hromadkova (Institute of Macromolecular
Chemistry AS CR, v.v.i.) - Czech Republic

EDF Specifications on Nuclear Grade Resins

D. Mascarenhas, F. Gressier, S. Taunier, M. Le Calvar, G. Ranchoux (EDF), H. Marteau, V. Labed (CEA) - France

149

Towards a Better Control of Chemicals Dosing in Condenser Open-Recirculating Cooling Systems through
the Use of Modelling
S. Rapenne, G. Lepine, E. Demay, A. Jardin, O. Alos-Ramos (EDF), K. Shakourzadeh (UTC) - France
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135

Chemistry and Radiochemistry Strategies Supported by EPR Auxiliary Systems: Performance and
Control
A. Tigeras, P. Fourment, A. Chupin, A. Egallaf, N. Fauvel (EDF) - France

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Chemical Processes of Galvanized Steel Corrosion in the Post-LOCA Phase of a PWR and the Prevention
of Sump Screen Clogging
W. Hoffmann, Holger Kryk (HZDR) - Germany

113

Pyrolysis of Spent Ion Exchange Resins

G. Brhler, R. Slametschka (NUKEM Technologies GmbH) - Germany

118

Construction of a New Make-up Water Plant in Paks NPP

J. Schunk, G. Patek, T. Pintr, G. Gspr, G. Lozsi, Z. Gombs (Paks NPP), P. Tilky (T-Chem Ltd), J. Osz (BUTE) - Hungary

144

Application of Flow Analytical Methods for Determination of Radionuclides in Cooling Water and Wastes
from Nuclear Plants
A. Bojanowska-Czajka, M. Trojanowicz (Warsaw University) - Poland

Implementation of Advanced Electrochemical Oxidation for Radioactive Concentrate Treatment

A. Velin (Vattenfall AB), B. Bengtsson, M. Lundblad (Ringhals AB) - Sweden

23

Treatment of Radioactive Aqueous Organics Using a Process of Adsorption Coupled with Electrochemical
Oxidation
N. Brown, W. Johnson (Arvia Technology Ltd), E. Roberts (University of Manchester) - UK

101

Microelectrode Studies of Chloride Induced Pitting in Magnesium

R. Burrows (NNL), A. Cook, N P C Stevens (University of Manchester) - UK

69

High Temperature Corrosion of Superalloys by Molten Calcium Chloride in an Oxidizing Environment

R. Barnett, M. Gittos (TWI) - UK

60

Hide Out Return Test and Blowndown Crud Composition under ETA Chemistry
M. Chocron, M. Strack (C.N.E.A.), R. Saucedo (N.A.S.A.) - Argentina

61

Operative Behaviour of a Condenser Tube under ETA Chemistry

M. Chocron, A. Burkart, M. Strack (C.N.E.A.), R. Manera (N.A.S.A.), D. Quinteros (N.A.S.A.) - Argentina

21

Parameterization of Oxide Film Models with Respect to Scc Initiation of 316ss under PWR Conditions
M. Vankeerberghen (SCK CEN) - Belgium, M. Bojinov (University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy) - Bulgaria

200

Probabilistic Analysis of Degradation Incubation Time of Steam Generator Tubing Materials

M.D. Pandey (University of Waterloo), Y.C. Lu, L. Chi (Atomic Energy Canada Ltd.) - Canada
TM

129

Flow Accelerated Corrosion Mitigation at EDF with BRT-CICERO . Feedback of Version 3.2 and Future
Trends.
M.-P. Moutrille, G. Qiu, C. Miller, S. Trevin, R. Lafon-Delpit (EDF) - France

130

Using X-Ray Portable Fluorescence for Alloy Contents Measurement of Steel Pipe and Optimization of
TM
Flow Accelerated Corrosion Kinetic Calculation With BRT-CICERO .
M.-P. Moutrille, G. Qiu, C. Miller, S. Trevin, R. Lafon-Delpit (EDF) - France

179

Influence of Steam Generator Surface State on Corrosion and Oxide Formation

A. Mazenc, S. Leclercq (EDF), A. Galtayries, P. Marcus (LPCS, CNRS) - France

197

194

EDF's Approach to Determine Specifications for Nuclear Power Plant Bulk Chemicals
A. Basile, M. Dijoux, M. Le Calvar, F. Gressier, D. Mole (EDF) - France

Impact of Load Follow Operation on the Chemistry of the Primary and Secondary Circuit of a Pressurized
Water Reactor
M. Bolz, A. Speck, S. Riehm, F. Bttcher (EnBW Kernkraft GmbH) - Germany

Corrosion Particles in The Primary Coolant of VVER-440 Reactors

234

N. Vajda, Zs. Molnr (RadAnal Ltd.), P. Hargittai, Zs. Mcsik, . Szles, A. Pintr Csords Tth (Energy Research Centre),
T. Pintr (Paks Nuclear Power Plant) - Hungary

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Potential Dependence of SCC Growth of Welded and Cast Stainless Steels in High-Temperature WaterThe Effect of Long Term Thermal Aging on SCC Growth

137

Effects of Hydrogen Addition and Temperature on SCC Propagation in High Temperature Water Injected
with Hydrogen Peroxide

T. Yamada, T. Miyamoto, M. Aoki, K. Arioka (Institute of Nuclear Safety System, Incorporated), T. Terachi (Kansai
electric power company) - Japan

T. Tsukada, J. Nakano, T. Sato, C. Kato, Y. Kaji (Japan Atomic Energy Agency) - Japan

Nuclear Power Plant Steam Pipes Repairing with Tirant 3 Robot System
241

M. Curiel Nieva, M. Soto Toms, E. Monz Blasco (LAINSA), S. Pineda Rodrguez (REVANTI), J. Ignacio Vaquer Prez
(TITANIA) - Spain

Numerical Investigation of the Water Chemistry Parameters Influence on The Erosion-Corrosion

Condition of the Condensate-Feed and Wet-Steam Circuits of Nuclear Power Station Units

170

G. V. Tomarov, A. A. Shipkov, P. N. Greblov (JSC "Geotherm-EM") - Russia

Development of Guidelines and Codes for Prediction of Flow Accelerated Corrosion at Russian Design
Nuclear Power Plants

239

V. Baranenko (VNIIAES), V. Yurmanov - Russia

Long-Term Operation of Nuclear Power Plant Type VVER 440 Regarding the Environment

235

M. Novak (DECOM), L. Zboray (VUJE) - Slovakia

Mitigating the Risk of Stress Corrosion of Austenitic Stainless Steels in Advanced Gas Cooled Reactor
Boilers

36

A.E.A. Bull, G.G. Lewis, J.A. Owen, G.P. Quirk, A. Rudge, I.S. Woolsey (EDF) - UK

Early Hydrogen Water Chemistry in BWR: Industry-First Demonstration

82

S. Garcia (EPRI), A. Odell (Exelon), J. Giannelli (Finetech) - USA

Early Hydrogen Water Chemistry Project Review, Improvement Opportunities and Conceptual Design
Options at Exelon BWRs

84

A. Odell (Exelon), J. Giannelli (Finetech), S. Garcia (EPRI) - USA

Measurement of Percent Hydrogen in the Mechanical Vacuum Pump in Gas Stream during BWR Startup

83

S. Garcia (EPRI), A. Odell (Exelon), J. Giannelli (Finetech) - USA

Hydrogen Monitoring in Nuclear Power Cycles

253

H. Maurer (ETH Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), L. Staub (Swan Analytical Instruments) - Switzerland

September, Poster Session

Wednesday 26

112

182

The Usage of Natural Zeolites for the Adsorption of Radionuclides, Particularly in Emergency Situations

F. Reitbauer (Asamer) - Austria

Chemical Decontamination of the Steam Generator number 2 of CHOOZ A
G. Pfleger, J. Guzou, M. Ponnet (EDF) - France

Surface Decontamination Using Circulation Foam on Depression

71

F. Damerval, J. Belz, M. Renouf, P. Janneau (AREVA) - France

126

Use of Laser Ablation in Nuclear Decontamination

F. Moggia, X. Lecardonnel, F. Damerval (AREVA) - France

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NiThrow

TM

a Versatile Tool for D&D Applications

L. Objois, F. Moggia, F. Damerval, T. Varet, V. Toulemonde (AREVA), F. Richard (Air Liquide) - France
183

Results and Perspectives of Radiological Cleanup Engineering

S. Ider, G. Le-Meur (EDF) - France

242

Nettoyage Mcanique et Chimique des Faisceaux Tubulaires des Scheurs Surchauffeurs (GSS) des
Centrales Nuclaires
P. Guerra (Lainsa), V. Le Guerroue (EDF) - France, J. T. Ruiz (Lainsa), R. Ureta (Solarca) - Spain

164

The AREVA Customized Chemical Cleaning C-Concept as Part of the Steam Generator Asset Management
S. Weiss, A. Drexler (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany

172

Full System Decontamination (FSD) for Sustainable Dose Reduction

C. Stiepani, L. Sempere Belda, C. Topf, A. Basu (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany

103

On the Potentiality of the Application of In-Situ Radiotracer Methods in the Field of Nuclear Corrosion
and Contamination
K. Berkesi, K. Varga, D. Horvth (University of Pannonia), T. Pintr (Paks Nuclear Power Plant Ltd.), Hungary

111

Novel Application of an In-Situ Radiotracer Method in the Field of Nuclear Corrosion

D. Horvth, K. Varga, K. Berkesi (University of Pannonia), T. Pintr (Paks Nuclear Power Plant) - Hungary

107

147

Comprehensive Investigation of the Corrosion and Surface Chemical Effects of the Decontamination
Technologies
A. Szabo Nagy (University of Istvan), K. Varga, E. Deak Horvath, Z. Nmeth (University of Pannonia), J. Schunk, G. Patek
(Paks Nuclear Power Plant Ltd) - Hungary

Preparation of Chromous Complexes and their Effect on the Dissolution of Ferrites and Chromites
V.S. Sathyaseelan, A.L. Rufus, S. Velmurugan (BARC), E. Pavithra (Madras Christian College) - India

Chemical Decontamination Studies on Aluminium Brass Condenser Tubes of a BWR

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V.S. Tripathi, K.K. Bairwa, S.J. Keny, V. Balaji, G. Venkateswaran, S. Velmurugan (BARC), D. Papachan (Tarapur Atomic
Power Station) - India

Development of a Suppression Method for Deposition of Radioactive Cobalt after Chemical

Decontamination: Confirmation of the Suppression Mechanism with Preoxidized Ferrite Film for
Deposition of Radioactive Cobalt
T. Ito, H. Hosokawa, M. Nagase, M. Aizawa, M. Fuse (Hitachi Ltd.) Japan

243

Development and Application of the Ultrasonic Technologies in Nuclear Engineering

N. Lebedev (Alexandra Plus) - Russia

244

Technical and Metrological Service Improvement of Measurement Channels With Flow-Type Transducers
of Ionic Impurities for Water Chemical Control in Nuclear Reactors
N. Vilkov (Alexandrov Res Inst Techno) - Russia

98

Chemistry Experiences from a Containment Fire at Ringhals Unit 2

B. Arvidsson, P. Svanberg, B. Bengtsson (Vattenfall) -Sweden

139

Korean PWR Steam Generator Chemical Cleaning Experience

I.-H. Hwang (HaJI), Y.-O. Oh , S.-J. Choo (KHNP) - Korea, R. D. Varrin, M. J. Little (DEI) - USA

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Steam Quality Determination by Self Tracers Present in the Bop Blowndown Water and Steam
I. Rodriguez, M. Chocron, F. Miceli , R. Saucedo (CNEA) - Argentina

204

Issue-Identification & Definition

B. Schneider (NPC 2010) - Canada

231

Effects of Gamma Radiation on the Separation Efficiency of Room Temperature Ionic Liquids
S.E. Howett, R. Morco, J.M. Joseph, A. Musa, J.J. Nol, J.C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario) - Canada

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The Research of Materials and Water Chemistry for Supercritical Water-Cooled Reactors in Research
Centre REZ
M. Zychova, M. Ruzickova, K. Vonkova, R. Fukac, R. Vsolak (Centrum vyzkumu Rez s.r.o.) - Czech Republic

EDF Source Term Reduction Projet - Main Outcomes and Further Developments
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188

G. Ranchoux, J. Bonnefon, M. Benfarah, M. Wintergerst, F. Gressier, P.Varry, S. Leclercq, S. Blond , G. Cordier (EDF) France

Evolution of Chemical Specifications Following the Working Group of International Inter-Comparison

M. Leduc-Brunet, J.-L. Bretelle, F.Gressier, D.Mol, O.Massias, O.Marescot (EDF) - France

221

Design Improvements Related to Chemistry for the EPR Unit at Flamanville 3

C. Lacroix, M. Alves Vieira, L. Jutel (EDF) - France
M

136

Accurate Monitoring Developed by EDF for FA3-EPR and UK-EPR : Chemistry-Radiocheistry Design and
Procedures
A. Tigeras, S. Bihurizi, M. Pierre, J. L'Orphelin (EDF) - France

232

AREVA NP Liner Repair Strategy with Adhesive Technology

G. Krmer (AREVA NP GmbH) - Germany, S. Revoirard (AREVA) - France, J. E. McCann (AREVA NP Inc) -USA

151

Studies on the Utilization of a Bio-sorbent During the Chemical Decontamination of Nuclear Power Plants
P. Abdul Nishad, B. Anupkumar, S. V. Narasimhan, S. Velmurugan ( BARC) - India

94

Irradiation Capability of Japanese Materials Test Reactor for Water Chemistry Experiments
S. Hanawa, K. Hata, Y. Chimi, Y. Nishiyama, T. Nakamura (JAEA) - Japan
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Radiation-Induced Reactions among Components of Sea Water, Cl , CO3 , Br

K. Hata, S. Hanawa, S. Kasahara (JAEA), Y. Muroya, Y. Katsumura (University of Tokyo) - Japan

240

Oxygen-Ammonia Water Chemistry for 3-rd Circuit of NPP with Fast Reactor BN-800
V.B. Smykov (SSC of RF-IPPE), V.F. Tiapkov (VNIIAES), A.R. Tsekh (Beloyarsk NPP) - Russia

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Chemistry Monitoring and Diagnostic System at NPP Jaslovske Bohunice

I. Smiesko (ENEL-Slovenske elektrarne), S. Figedy (VUJE a.s.) - Slovak Republic

250

Increasing Water System Efficiency with Ultrafiltration Pre-treatment in Power Plants

K. Majamaa, E. Gasia (Dow Chemical Ibrica) - Spain

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An Investigation into Water Chemistry in Primary Coolant Circuit of an Advanced Boiling Water Reactor
T.K. Yeh, M.Y. Wang, B.J. Wu, R.J. Sheu (National Tsing Hua University) - Taiwan

106

The Role of EDF Energy Chemistry in New Nuclear Build in the UK

M. Harrington, D. Moss, A. Rudge (EDF Energy) - UK, A. Tigeras (EDF) - France

81

Sequestration Resins for Accelerating Removal of Radioactive Contaminants

P. L. Frattini, D. M. Wells, S. E. Garcia (EPRI), L. Yengoyan (SJSU), R. Kohlmann, R. Asay (RSI) - USA

186

Development of a Chemical Procedure for the

Spectrometry (AMS).

129

I Determination in Resin Samples by Accelerator Mass

E. Nottoli, P. Bienvenu, A. Labet, M. Bertaux (CEA), D. Bourls, A. Maurice (CEREGE) - France

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Computer Modeling of Inhibition Of -Radiolysis of Wather by H2 Addition

P. Lertnaisat, Y. Katsumura (University of Tokyo), S. Mukai (NDC), R. Umehara, Y. Shimizu, M. Suzuki (MHI) - Japan

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9th Intl Radiolysis, Electrochemistry

2012
September
Friday 28

& Materials Performance

Workshop
7:45 - 8:30

Registration

8:30 - 8:40

Welcome Introduction

8:40 - 10:10

Session: Fundamentals of Radiolysis and Electrochemical Effects (1 of 2)

Keynote

Progress and New Items (title to be confirmed)

K. Ishigure - Japan
Pulse Radiolysis Study on Temperature and Pressure Dependence of the Yield of Solvated Electron in
Methanol from Room Temperature to Supercritical Condition

196

Z. Han (SNPTC), H. He (CIAE) - China, M. Lin (JAEA),Y. Muroya , Y. Katsumura (University of Tokyo) - Japan
Temporal Behavior of Hydrated Electron up to 400 C Studied by Ultrafast Pulse Radiolysis and Monte

Carlo Calculation

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Y. Katsumura, Y. Muroya (University of Tokyo), M. Lin (JAEA) - Japan, M. Mostafavi (Universit Paris-Sud) - France,
J. Meesungnoen, J.-P. Jay-Gerin (University of Sherbrooke) - Canada

Picosecond Water Radiolysis at High Temperature

152

G. Baldacchino, D. Saffr (CEA), J.-P. Jeunesse, U. Schmidhammer, J.-P. Larbre, M. Mostafavi (Universit Paris 11),
M. Beuve (Universit Claude Bernard Lyon 1), B. Gervais (Universit de Caena Basse-Normandie) - France

Coffee Break 10:10 to 10:50

10:50 - 12:10

Session: Fundamentals of Radiolysis and Electrochemical Effects (2 of 2)

Modelling Proton or Electron Radiolysis in PWR Solutions

56 H. Sims, J. Henshaw (NNL) - UK, C. Corbel (Ecole Polytechnique), V. Cobut (LAMAp), M. Wang (Ecole Polytechnique,

CEA), B. Muzeau, S. Perrin, D. Feron (CEA), D. Simon (CNRS) - France

206

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Local Radiolysis and Electrochemical Corrosion Potential in Crevice Environment

Y. Wada, A. Watanabe, K. Ishida, M. Tachibana (Hitachi Research Laboratory, Hitachi Ltd.), N. Shigenaka,
N. Kawashima, M. Aizawa (Hitachi-GE Nuclear Energy, Ltd.) - Japan

Specific Features of Water and Aqueous Solutions of H2 and O2 Radiolysis under the Effect of
Mixed n, y- Irradiation
O.P. Arkhipov (OKB "GIDROPRESS"), S.A. Kabakchi (NRC "Kurchatov Institute") - Russia

The Effect of Dissolved Oxygen on Water Radiolysis Behaviour

228

P.A. Yakabuskie, J.M. Joseph, J.C. Wren (The University of Western Ontario), C.R. Stuart (Chalk River Laboratories,
AECL) - Canada

Lunch Time 12:10 to 2:00

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2:00 - 4:00

Session: Radiolysis and Electrochemistry in Reactors (1 of 2)

Keynote

On the Radiolysis/Electrochemical Modeling of Water Cooled Reactor Coolant Circuits

D.D. Macdonald (Pennsylvania State University) - USA

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Mitigation of Hydrogen Production in the Shield Cooling System of CANDU Reactors - Recent Changes
to Chemistry Control
C.R. Stuart (AECL) - Canada

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Variation of the Effectiveness of Hydrogen Water Chemistry in a Boiling Water Reactor during Startup
Operations
T.-K. Yeh, M.-Y. Wang (National Tsing Hua University) - Taiwan

Laboratory and Modeling Studies in Search of the Critical Hydrogen Concentration

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215

D. Bartels, W. Wu, K. Kanjana (Notre Dame Radiation Laboratory) - United States, H. Sims, J.Henshaw (National
Nuclear Laboratory) - UK

AISI 316L under Electron Radiolysis at High Temperature and Pressure in PWR Modeling Conditions
M. Wang (Ecole Polytechnique), B. Muzeau, S. Perrin, C. Corbel, D. Simon, D. Feron - France

Coffee Break 4:00 to 4:20

4:20 - 5:40

Session: Radiolysis and Electrochemistry in Reactors (2 of 2)

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Predicted Variations of Water Chemistry in the Primary Coolant Circuit of a Supercritical Water
Reactor
T.-K. Yeh, M.-Y. Wang, H.-M. Liu, M. Lee (National Tsing Hua University) - Taiwan

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Irradiation-Accelerated Corrosion of Reactor Core Materials

D. Bartels (Notre Dame Radiation Laboratory), G. Was, Z. Jiao (University of Michigan) - USA
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C Behaviour in PWR Coolant

H. Sims, S. Dickinson (NNL), K. Garbett (EDF Energy) - UK

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Investigation of the Uranium Redox Couple using Voltammetric Techniques

M.Q. Chew, N. Evans, R. Mortimer (Loughborough University) - UK

5:40 - 6:00

Closing: Summary and Future

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Registration Information

Onsite Reception/Registration Hours

>It is strongly recommended that the conference participants register on Sunday, September 23 to avoid the rush
before the Opening Session on Monday morning, September 24.
>The Reception/Registration Desk will be situated lobby level 3 of NOVOTEL Paris Tour Eiffel
>Listed below are the scheduled Onsite Reception/Registration Desk Hours:
Sunday, September 23
4:30pm to 7:30pm
Monday, September 24
7:30am to 6:30pm
Tuesday, September 25
7:30am to 6:30pm
Wednesday, September 26
7:30am to 4:30pm
Thursday, September 27
7:30am to 4:30pm
Friday, September 28
7:45am to 6:00pm

Social Events
>Sunday Welcome Reception Sponsored by CEA
All conference participants are invited to attend the Sunday Welcome Reception at NOVOTEL Paris Tour Eiffel from
7:30pm to 8:30pm. Accompanying persons are welcome to purchase a Guest Package (Welcome Reception &
Conference Dinner). Delegate badges are required to get entry and will be available at the Reception/Registration
Desk from 4:30pm to 7:30pm
>Monday Lunch Sponsored by EDF
Participants (only Preferential and Standard Conference Fees) are invited to attend the Monday Lunch at NOVOTEL
Paris Tour Eiffel from 12:30pm to 2:10pm. The participation is limited to first 250 registrations
>Tuesday Coffee Breaks Sponsored by AREVA
All conference participants are invited to attend the Tuesday Coffee Breaks at NOVOTEL Paris Tour Eiffel from
10:10am to 10:50am and from 3:50pm to 4:50pm
>Wednesday Conference Dinner Sponsored by Dow Water & Process Solutions
Participants (only Preferential and Standard Conference Fees) are invited to attend the Wednesday Conference Dinner
at La Maison de lAmrique Latine, in the heart of Saint Germain des Prs, from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. The participation
is limited to first 300 registrations.
Accompanying persons are welcome to purchase a Guest Package (Welcome Reception & Conference Dinner).
>Thursday Lunch Sponsored by VEOLIA
Participants (only Preferential and Standard Conference Fees) are invited to attend the Thursday Lunch at NOVOTEL
Paris Tour Eiffel from 12:30pm to 2:10pm. The participation is limited to first 250 registrations

Additional Options
>Tuesday and Wednesday Lunches are optional extras with a nominal cost. If you prefer there are also
several local restaurants near the conference center
>Guest Package allows the participation of an accompanying person, with a nominal cost, to the Sunday
Welcome Reception and the Wednesday Conference Dinner

Letter of Invitation
All foreign visitors entering France must possess valid passports. In addition, the visitors may need a visa.
You have to submit your Request for a Letter of Invitation to phamel-bloch@sfen.fr. Letters of Invitation can take up
to two weeks to process.
One of the following criteria must be met in order to honor the Request for a Letter of Invitation.
Be an author of an accepted abstract and/or paper
Have paid the registration fee for this conference
PLEASE NOTE: SFEN is not authorized to assist with the visa process beyond providing Letters of Invitation. All
questions/concerns regarding the status of your visa should be directed to your local consulate.

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Conference & Workshop Fees

Conference Fees

Until June 30

From July 1

Onsite

1 010

1 100

1 030

1 110

1 200

350

380

415

Tuesday Lunch Ticket

23

28

Wednesday Lunch Ticket

23

28

95

110

Until June 30

From July 1

Onsite

315

350

335

370

930

Preferential *
Standard **
One Day Participation ***
Monday Lunch Ticket

Thursday Lunch Ticket

Welcome Reception
Conference Dinner
Guest Package

Workshop Fees
Preferential *

285

Standard
*

305

Members (SFEN/AESJ/ANS/CNS/ENS), Authors, Session Chairs, Committee Members

** Non-Members
*** You have to indicate the exact day you want to participate (registration form: "delegate comment" area)
Lunch, Monday 24, sponsored by EDF
Lunch, Thursday 27, sponsored by VEOLIA
Welcome Reception, Sunday 23, sponsored by CEA
>>> Tick the appropriate box on the registration form if you intend to participate
Conference Dinner, Wednesday 26, sponsored by Dow Water & Process Solutions
Include the Welcome Reception, Sunday 23, and the Conference Dinner, Wednesday 26
>>> Limited to first 250 registrations
>>> Only for Preferential and Standard Conference Fees
>>> Tick the appropriate box on the registration form if you intend to participate
>>> Limited to first 300 registrations
>>> Only for Preferential and Standard Conference Fees
>>> Tick the appropriate box on the registration form if you intend to participate

Online Registration
Visit the Conference Website www.sfen.fr/NPC-2012 and register online

Registration Assistance
Patricia HAMEL-BLOCH
SFEN, Tel + 33.1.53.58.32.12 - Fax + 33.1.53.58.32.24 - Email: phamel-bloch@sfen.fr

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Convention Centre
The Conference
(September 23-27)
and
the Workshop
(September 28)
will be held
in the
NOVOTEL
Paris Tour Eiffel Convention Centre.
61 quai de Grenelle
75015 PARIS FANCE

Eiffel Space
Level +3
NPC 2012

T. : [+33]1/40582000

La Seine Space
Level +2
Workshop

This **** hotel is 15-minute walk away from Eiffel Tower and Quai Branly
Museum,
18 km away from Orly airport and 30 km away from Roissy Charles de
Gaulle airport.
Nearby line 10 metro station Charles Michel, line 6 metro station Bir
Hakeim,
RER C station Javel.
The NOVOTEL Paris Tour Eiffel is a friendly place in Paris.
The bar La Seine is its cornerstone.
Le NOVOTEL Caf provides a traditional
French gastronomy.
The Benkay, well known by biggest
guides, is the wabi-sabi and the know-how
of the best chiefs in the art of finest
Japanese gastronomy in Paris

Accommodation
Important Information
During this period (end of September and early October) Paris will host two major events, The Press Days and the
Motor Show 2012, and we invite you to plan your trip and book your room as soon as possible.
For this reason we have pre-booked, for NPC 2012 delegates, rooms in NOVOTEL Paris Tour Eiffel Hotel, and listed
hotels of different categories close to the Conference Centre at www.sfen.fr/NPC-2012

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Good to Know
What you need to know before coming

In Paris, French and English are spoken

The currency is the euro ()

Paris is in the Standard time zone UTC/GTM +1 hour.

DST (Daylight Saving Time) 2012, March 25 to October 28: +1 hour.
Current time zone offset: UTC/GMT +2 hours.

The electricity network has adopted the European standard of a tension of 230 V, with a frequency of 50
Hz.

Wi-Fi is widespread and available, thanks to the City Council, in 260 places (museums, gardens, etc...)

Banks are usually open from Monday to Friday; automatic cash distributors function 24/24

Shops are open from Monday to Saturday from 10am to 7pm (on average); they are closed on Sunday
and public holidays, except in five districts of Paris

Tips are appreciated but not obligatory

Not all taxis accept payment by banker's card

In the event of a strike, the law of 2007 imposes a minimum service during busy times on public
transport

Visas
People needing to obtain a visa to stay in France should apply to the French consulate in their country. Details of
addresses can be found on the website of the French Ministry for Foreign Affairs: www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ['going to
France']

Tourist Tax and Accommodation

The Paris City Council collects a visitor tax that applies to paying accommodation. The tax varies from 0.20 to 1.50
per person and per day, and is included in the price of rooms
Paris stands out due to its well-balanced, abundant and eclectic accommodation offer, from luxury palaces (5*) to
small local hotels (1*), from big chain hotels to charming design hotels. Hotels residences, Bed & Breakfasts and
furnished apartments rentals complete the offer. 77% of Parisian hotels are ranked 2* or 3*

Transport
Paris is well served by air transport and high-speed train. With its two international airports, Paris-Charles de Gaulle
(23 km to the north) and Paris-Orly (14 km to the south), the capitale has daily connections to more than 526 cities in
more than 136 countries. With seven stations in the city itself, Paris is at the heart of a high-performance rail network
Getting to and from the center of Paris Public transport (from 5am to 12.30pm) by metro, regional trains, buses
and tramway, and private transport by Air France Coach shuttle, taxis (available 24/24)
With the Vlib' visit pass, supporters of non-motorized forms of transport use Vlib' bicycles, available at 1.751
stations in Paris. The Autolib' service offers self-service electric vehicles for hire

Weather in September
Lowest : 12C, Highest: 21C, Rain 55 mm

Main Events & Entertainments

All year round, Paris welcomes business and leisure events
In September: Technoparade, European Heritage Days, Parks and Garden Festivals
Eat in one of the 10.000 bars and restaurants, from a typical Parisian bistro to the restaurant of a starred chef.
Combine a visit to a museum with a stroll along the Champs-Elyses, a shopping trip and a cultural exhibition,
a gastronomic break with a sightseeing cruise, and don't forget the capital's famous
brasseries, the renowned cabaret shows, the Palais Garnier, the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre....

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SFEN
French Nuclear Energy Society

5, rue des Morillons

F.75015 Paris
+33.1.53.58.32.10
+33.1.53.58.32.11
www.sfen.fr