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Fall 2018
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UniTech Expands Waste Management Service
In May, UniTech acquired three Tennessee nuclear service providers: BES Technologies, LLC; Smoky Mountain Solutions; and Omega Waste Logistics (OWL). The acquisitions further extend UniTech’s commitment to turnkey nuclear waste processing services. Expanded commitment began when UniTech acquired Babcock Services’ Oak Ridge Service Center in June 2016. Purchase of OWL also sharpens UniTech’s focus on […]
UniTech Named Utilities Service Alliance Supplier of the Year
In August, UniTech received the Utilities Services Alliance’s Supplier of the Year award! This award is based on USA customers’ evaluations of UniTech’s services and products over the past year. Thank you to our loyal USA customers! We look forward to another great year of working together in 2019.
Joinville, France Facility Nears Groundbreaking
UniTech is inching closer to groundbreaking for its new laundry services facility in Joinville, France, with critical steps in the process happening by end of 2018. The permanent application review process began in October, and is expected to be approved in December. Once UniTech’s application is approved and a permit is issued, groundbreaking can be […]
Exelon Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts/Family Day, etc.
In August, Dresden Nuclear Generating Station and the Boy Scouts of America Rainbow Council Partnership hosted a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) merit badge clinic for local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. As part of the event, Scouts had the opportunity to earn their nuclear science merit badge. UniTech provided custom kid-sized ProTech coveralls […]
Two-in-One Laundry Transportation with Maxi-Movers
Need an easier solution for laundry collection and transportation? Maxi-Movers Laundry Carts are a viable solution for both. Maxi-Movers Laundry Carts are ideal for distribution and collection of laundry for utilities looking for an alternative to laundry bags. “A unique benefit of these carts is that they enable easy combination of rad and non-rad shipments, […]
TVA Charity Golf Tournament
On October 1 and 2, UniTech served as a Silver Sponsor of the 22nd annual Tennessee Valley Authority Nuclear Charity Golf Tournament, benefiting the Chambliss Center for Children. The Chambliss Center for Children is a nonprofit organization working with children in the Chatanooga, TN area, reinforcing learning, providing nutritious meals, helping with homework, and providing […]
Full Suite of TMD and Waste Management Programs for Canadian Utilities
UniTech has been granted full import and export capabilities to decontaminate materials from Canadian nuclear plants at its U.S. facilities in Oak Ridge, TN; Morris, IL; and Royersford, PA. Earlier this year, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued an export license for UniTech to return up to 10,000 metric tons of radioactively contaminated material to Canada. […]
UniTech and UniClean: Innovating Side By Side
While UniTech continues to innovate its products and services to keep radioactive material from contaminating nuclear personnel, its fellow UniFirst subsidiary, UniClean, is doing just the opposite. UniClean is innovating to keep contaminants from people out of ultra-clean production environments (cleanrooms). UniClean launders and services the work clothing of employees who manufacture sensitive medical, electronic […]
QA Update
ISO 14001:2015 UniTech has successfully completed its transition from ISO 9001 to ISO 14001:2015, with new certification granted this spring. Working together, UniTech’s leadership team and facility managers revised all corporate documents affected by this transition. The following European UniTech sites were the first audited in compliance with the revised standards: Oakdale, Wales; Ceovorden, Netherlands; […]
UniTech Staff Updates: Steve Williams
Steve Williams Steve Williams has been promoted to Operations Engineer, now overseeing efficiency, safety, and productivity of all UniTech plants. He most recently served as the Plant Manager of UniTech’s Springfield, MA facility, and also previously spent time at the Morris, IL facility. “I’m behind the scenes making sure our plants run the best they […]
Spring 2018
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UniTech Acquires Three Waste Processing Service Providers
On May 1, UniTech finalized acquisition of three Tennessee nuclear service providers: BES Technologies, LLC; Smoky Mountain Solutions; and Omega Waste Logistics (OWL). The acquisitions further extends UniTech’s commitment to turnkey nuclear waste processing services. Expanded commitment began when UniTech acquired Babcock Services’ Oak Ridge Service Center in June 2016. Purchase of OWL also sharpens […]
UniTech Decontaminates 1.6 Million Lbs. of DC Cook Turbine Components
When the DC Cook Nuclear Plant replaced its turbines and corresponding outer casings, which were close to 100 yards in length, it created a unique but crucial decontamination project need for the obsolete turbines. These large components were too large and heavy for long-distance trucking, but required shipment to UniTech’s Oak Ridge Service Center (ORSC) […]
New Product: UniFlex Cut-Resistant HPPE Gloves
UniTech’s new UniFlex CR (Chemical Resistant) Nitrile-Dipped High-Performance Polyethylene (HPPE) Gloves will give you the right protection for everyday work with heavy, sharp materials and equipment in your nuclear facility — without sacrificing comfort, flexibility or dexterity. Woven with 13-gauge HPPE material, UniFlex gloves provide superior cut and abrasion resistance for long-term use. The glove’s […]
UniTech Introduces New Waterproof Supplied-Air Suit
Maximizing its expertise serving the European nuclear industry and its strategic partnership with 3M, UniTech has developed the Neptune Suit, a positive pressure personnel suit (PPPS) that cuts customers costs in half. Neptune Suit is a lightweight, waterproof suit made of comfortable polyurethane coated nylon fabric ideal for highly contaminated and damp areas. A complete […]
New Product Catalog and Literature
A lot can change in eight years! Since we began distributing our most recent protective clothing and products catalog in 2010, we have significantly improved and expanded our offerings. UniTech is distributing an updated catalog reflective of its newest apparel, safety equipment and services, which now include: Enhanced garments and apparel program options Materials processing […]
New Multi-Gas Cartridge for 3M TR-600 Series PAPRs
In February, 3M launched the TR-6590N, a multi-gas cartridge for its popular TR-600 series Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs). UniTech customers can now order this cartridge, appropriate for use in a broad range of hazardous settings. The TR-6590N multi-gas cartridge is a suitable high-efficiency filter for certain particulates, organic vapors (including mercury vapors), acid gases, […]
13th Annual EU Workshop Unites Industry Professionals from 10 Countries
64 participants representing 10 countries attended UniTech Europe’s 13th Annual International Workshop, held October 11-12 in Braunshweig, Germany. The workshop focused on decontamination and procedural improvements through innovation in protective equipment. As part of the workshop, attendees visited two radwaste sites: the Mine of Asse in Remligen, and Mine of Konrad in Salzgitter, both former […]
QA Update
Transitioning to ISO 9001:2015 UniTech is in the process of transitioning to ISO 9001:2015. The revised standard places more emphasis on leadership and management commitment. ISO 9001:2015 requires greater involvement by top managers and business leaders in controlling the quality management system. The new ISO standard specifies requirements for UniTech to consistently provide products and […]
UniTech Staff Updates: Strategic New Hires
Terri Danahy UniTech Canada added to its team in October, hiring Terri Danahy for the role of Technical Accounts/Project Manager. Terri will contribute to UniTech’s Canadian division through project oversight, support to nuclear facilities and support to UniTech’s on-site teams. Terri brings a unique blend of nuclear industry and apparel management experience that will serve […]
UniTech In the Community
UniTech served as a premier sponsor for the Brookfield, MA Apple Country Fair 5K on October 7. The event was organized by the Brookfield Community Club, which raises funds to support grants awarded to organizations bettering the local area. In only its second year, the race is a growing community event appealing to all ages. […]