Long Handle Tools

A3174

Introducing the Next Generation of Refuel Tools
Engineered for Reliability, Efficiency, and Outage Performance

For decades, utilities have relied on legacy reactor service tools from original equipment manufacturers. While these tools once met industry needs, many have become inefficient over time and can hinder outage performance.

Framatome has taken a different approach. By listening to customers and addressing common shortcomings in OEM tooling, we’ve engineered a modern suite of refuel tools focused on ergonomics, visibility, and operational simplicity. The result is a collection of solutions that reduce fatigue, improve reliability, and streamline outage execution across a wide range of plant configurations.

A Unified Tooling Platform Built for Better Outages

All tools in our advanced refuel tooling suite share a common foundation:

  • Improved ergonomics for safer, standing-position operation
  • Enhanced visibility to support faster, more confident task execution
  • Simplified, reliable mechanisms with minimal maintenance
  • Configurable designs adaptable to multiple reactor types
  • Dose‑ and time‑saving efficiencies that support smoother outages

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Sub-products

A3260

Manual Rod Control Cluster Assembly Change Tool

A3176

Spent Fuel Handling Tool for CE Design

A3175

Spent Fuel Handling Tool for Westinghouse Design

A1841

Coupling/Uncoupling Tool for Control Element Assembly (CEA)

A0931

Mechanical Latching/Unlatching Tool for Control Rod Drive Shaft

A3282

Latch/Unlatch Tool for New Fuel Assemblies

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