Ampoule crusher mechanism

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1981-03-27

1983-09-27

Reeves, Robert B.

Material or article handling

Device for emptying portable receptacle

With container opening means

241 99, 2412601, 252633, B02C 700

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active

044065710

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for solidifying nuclear waste for permanent disposal are disclosed. A storage container, in the preferred form of a drum or barrel, is charged with a predetermined amount of liquid polymer resin in an uncatalyzed state. Catalyst-containing frangible ampoules are also positioned in the drum with a rotatable mixer mechanism. At a waste filling station, the mixer is rotated to break the ampoules so as to mix the catalyst and the resin. The catalyzed resin is then mixed with added waste material to completely encapsulate the waste prior to solidification of the resin. Monitoring of the filling and mixing process is provided by continually sensing the torque force being applied to the rotating mixer mechanism. Where the waste is a dust-like, dry particulate material, a dust control mechanism is also provided.

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