NuScale Power Signs Business Collaboration Agreement with National Technical Systems (NTS) to Establish Equipment Qualification Test Chamber
NuScale Power Corporation (NYSE: SMR) has entered into a Business Collaboration Agreement with National Technical Systems (NTS) to develop an Equipment Qualification Test Chamber. This facility will simulate environmental conditions necessary for ensuring the functionality of components used in NuScale's small modular reactor technology. The agreement aims to enable timely delivery of NuScale Power Modules™ to customers by 2027, marking significant progress towards global deployment of this advanced nuclear technology.
- Agreement with NTS to develop an Equipment Qualification Test Chamber enhances operational capabilities.
- Collaboration supports timely delivery of NuScale Power Modules™ by 2027.
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The facility will be used to qualify components of NuScale’s groundbreaking small modular reactor technology
NTS is a leading test, inspection, and certification company with more than four decades of experience working in the nuclear sector, including in the areas of safety relief valve testing, repair services, and fuels and fluid testing. Operating for 61 years, NTS was instrumental in supporting the success of historical projects such as Apollo 11, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Artemis program, and the ITER fusion reactor in
As part of the agreement, NTS will design, fabricate, and commission the EQ Chamber at its facility in
“This collaboration agreement marks yet another milestone in our company’s progress towards global deployment of our leading SMR technology,” said
“NTS is honored that NuScale chose NTS in partnership to shape the future of the nuclear energy industry. We look forward to strengthening the industry alongside NuScale as we push the bounds of technology together,” said
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With 28 technologically advanced testing laboratories, this geographically diverse footprint puts NTS facilities in close proximity to its more than 8,000 clients, allowing NTS to serve the nation’s most innovative companies with industry-leading accessibility and responsiveness. NTS is accredited by numerous national and international organizations and operates its inspection division under the Unitek brand, providing a wide range of supply chain management services. NTS’ certification division, which operates under the NQA brand, is one of the largest and most respected global ISO registrars, with active certifications in more than 75 countries. For additional information about NTS, visit our website at www.nts.com or call 800-270-2516.
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