Nuclear Power case studies
Dragon Shield Doors
Cairnhill was contracted to design, fabricate, test, and deliver five Dragon Shield Doors for the DRAGON nuclear decommissioning site in Dorset. The project required specialist equipment, bespoke lifting solutions, and precise installation to safely handle heavy shield blocks. Cairnhill overcame design challenges to deliver high-precision, fully tested doors within a 20-week contract, valued at £1m […]
HPC Fixed Point Frames
Cairnhill was contracted by BYLOR to fabricate, weld, paint, and deliver four Fixed Point Sleeves for Hinkley Point C nuclear power station. The project required precision engineering to meet stringent nuclear standards for one of Europe’s most complex infrastructure developments.