ATRON Metrology recently had the pleasure of visiting the facilities of PMB-ALCEN, an industrial company at the forefront of brazing and complex assembly technologies. Thanks to this technological expertise, PMB-ALCEN is now able to manufacture linear electron accelerators ranging from 3 to 9 MeV, used notably in radiotherapy and X-ray non-destructive testing.A member of the France Rayonnements Ionisants network, PMB-ALCEN is also a valued partner of ATRON Metrology. Our electrostatic electron accelerator, named FELIX, features a removable X-ray conversion target with:Adjustable energy from 200 keV to 3.5 MeV;Adjustable current from a few pA to 1 mA (resulting in dose rates of up to 500 Gy/h at 1 metre from the X target).Thanks to the expertise we have developed through our own FELIX facility, we now support PMB-ALCEN’s clients with:Design of biological shielding (using MCNP simulations),Compliance with standard NF M62-105,Regulatory procedures with the ASN-R for authorisation to possess and operate a particle accelerator,Specialised training.

As of 1st April 2025, ATRON Metrology's COFRAC accreditation is renewed for the calibration of instruments in terms of air kerma, ambient dose equivalent, or their respective rates.A new five-year cycle begins for ATRON's metrology laboratory for radiological protection, running until 31st March 2030. This renewal confirms the validity of the methods implemented by ATRON Metrology and reflects the team’s commitment to delivering reliable results.🔗 You can access the details of our accreditation scope here: https://lnkd.in/e32J3XYQ

CERAP UK was pleased to attend the recent Regional Collaboration for Nuclear Skills Growth workshop—an insightful event focused on strengthening partnerships across the UK to address nuclear sector workforce challenges.The workshop provided a valuable overview of how regional hubs are aligning with the Nuclear Skills Plan to support skills development and workforce resilience. In particular, we explored the goals of the South West Skills Hub, whose mission is to foster collaboration in identifying and delivering measurable outcomes that address regional nuclear skills gaps. Their strategic focus includes reducing recruitment costs, addressing social mobility cold spots, increasing the use of local skilled talent, and building long-term resilience in critical nuclear roles.The event also highlighted ongoing efforts across various regions, showcasing how knowledge sharing and cross-regional collaboration are driving progress in the nuclear skills space.A full replay of the webinar is available on YouTube: Watch here Webinar Highlights:Updates from Regional Skills Hub leaders on their initiatives and achievementsOpportunities for collaboration across regional bodies and associationsReal-world case studies demonstrating the impact of shared learning and coordinated actionCERAP UK remains committed to supporting initiatives that build a stronger, more sustainable future for the UK’s nuclear industry.

On February 5 and 6, the CERAP Group, in partnership with the IUT Grand Ouest Normandie in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, organized a forum dedicated to Artificial Intelligence: a driver of transformation in services for the nuclear industry. This event brought together experts, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss the opportunities that AI offers in this strategic sector.From Emmanuelle Galichet, Research Professor in Nuclear Science and Technology and President of WiN France, to Luigi Serio, AI Project Manager at CERN, as well as Josquin Vernon, Project Officer for Nuclear Sector Development at DINN (Interministerial Delegation for New Nuclear), and Frédéric Jurie, Professor at the University of Caen Normandy and Chair in AI, participants had the opportunity to explore a rich diversity of knowledge and experiences.The two roundtable discussions gave the floor to companies that actively integrate AI into the Normandy nuclear industrial sector. Representatives from key industry players—Virginie Thiébaut, Head of the PRISME Department at EDF; Christophe Leclerc, Data Officer for ORANO's Recycling Business Unit; David Raveau, Head of Innovation at NAVAL GROUP Cherbourg; and Thtreswar Beeharry, Head of R&D Innovation at CMN—shared insights into the development prospects of AI within their respective organizations.This high-level exchange was further enriched by a security and risk prevention perspective, thanks to the insights of Eric Hazane, Digital Security Delegate for Normandy at ANSSI (French National Cybersecurity Agency).The event aimed to be as informative as possible, also highlighting concrete examples of AI integration in industrial applications. Iliès Zaoui, founder and CEO of Conscience Robotics, explained how AI is embedded into his robots, some of which are designed to operate in nuclear zones. Vincent Auvray and Nicolas Leconte, respectively President and Marketing & Commercial Director of FASTPOINT, introduced Securi’Spot, a module designed to prevent workplace accidents and influence safety behaviors. On behalf of DEVOLIS, David Moreau, Operations Director, and Maxime Michelier, AI Technical Leader, presented their generative AI model aimed at optimizing the management of technical reports.In conclusion, Fabrice Quemener, CEO of CERAP Group, hinted that this successful first edition is unlikely to be the last—a sentiment that was widely shared (and voiced) by all participants.

We are excited to announce that CERAP UK is now a proud member of the Radon Council. The Radon Council is an independent, self-regulatory body for the radon protection industry. It is a not for profit organisation that educates and trains professionals in radon matters. It sets standards that it expects its members to meet in any measurement, remediation and new build work that they undertake to mitigate radon risk.  As a leading authority on radon gas in the UK, the Radon Council  works closely with organisations such as the BRE and the UK Health Security Agency on radon standards – being a key stakeholder in any government guidance that is produced. As we continue to expand our commitment to safety and environmental health, our partnership with the Radon Council strengthens our ability to address radon risks and enhance our expertise in radiation protection.