During the spring of 2011, PSR completed the detubing of two retired condenser located at the PG&E Humboldt Bay Nuclear Power Plant, Eureka, CA. PSR provided tools, know how and process supervision to the prime demolition contractor, Silverado Contractors, and their work crew.

The comprehensive tool and equipment package included; internal tube cutters, collet pullers, Tube extractors, tube choppers and stands, hydraulic pumps, Universal Beam and Trolleys, 5000/lb X1/lb platform scale, proprietary tube bundle wetting system, semi tool trailer and all necessary rigging, air hoses, water hoses/fittings and power cords.

One PG&E safety inspector assigned to monitor the  detubing work commented about PSR process, ‘this is the safest and most efficient method one could employ and obtain  a steady rate of production compared to the erratic recovery rates associated with sawing, shearing and gas torch recovery methods ”.

About Power Systems Recovery

Power Systems Recovery is the premier specialized metals extraction company for the recovery of copper, nickel and zinc alloyed metals from condensers, heat exchangers, generators, and power distribution systems located at retired power plants worldwide.

Additional capabilities include the supply of high production tube removal equipment and technical support services to power plant crews and maintenance contractors performing critical path re-tubing work on main shell and tube type condensers.

Corporate Contact Information:

Power Systems Recovery

1482 East Valley Rd, Suite 103

 Santa Barbara, CA  93108

 Phone:             805-565-9025      

 Fax: 805-565-9023