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Dismantling of nuclear facilities

Cutting technology and special machines for the nuclear industry

Since 1999, ANT Wasser Abrasiv Suspension (WAS) has been developing cutting technology and special machines for dismantling as well as waste management in the nuclear industry. This includes: 

From cutting tools for dismantling reactor pressure vessels to tool carriers and gripping systems to disposal units and closure systems for radioactive waste. Many years of experience, renowned references and our technical know-how make us your competent partner. The solutions developed and supplied by ANT for the nuclear industry are realized in compliance with the specific safety and legal regulations and in coordination with authorities and technical supervisory bodies.

ANT | Kernreaktor Innenraum

Application areas

  • Dismantling
  • Disassembly of reactor pressure vessels (RPV)
  • Disassembly facility for core shroud
  • Installations for residual material treatment

Special features

  • High cutting performance
  • Safe cutting also in ATEX zones
  • Cutting above and under water
  • Modular system
  • Remote controlled
    Sophisticated accessories
  • Multiflexible and easy to use
  • Customized complete solution
Vergleich Wasserstrahlschneiden
ANT water abrasive suspension jet (left) and conventional water abrasive injector jet (right) in comparison

Application examples

ANT | Master Slave Manipulator

 Dismantling of nuclear power plants: safe dismantling from a distance using a manipulator

ANT | Dekontaminationsstation

Disposal management, decontamination station

Dismantling systems for the dismantling of the reactor pressure vessel at Stade NPP “Our project was implemented on schedule and to the complete satisfaction of the client. This would not have been possible without the commitment of ANT AG. We would like to thank ANT for this.” Andreas Loeb – Projektmanager, Siempelkamp – NIS Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH
Eibe Dahl Head of Engineering

Do you have any questions?

Our team will be happy to help. You can reach us by telephone from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 4 pm.

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Liam Toovey & Marco from the decom Team

Meet us at OTC Houston, Texas May, 5-8th

Join ANT AG at OTC 2025 (May 5-8, Houston) to discover cutting-edge Water Abrasive Suspension (WAS) cutting solutions for offshore decommissioning, Plug & Abandonment (P&A), and subsea operations. Our ATEX-certified technology enables precise, cold-cutting of multi-string conductors, piles, and complex offshore structures—without heat, sparks, or mechanical stress. Meet Liam Toovey (Business Development) and Marco Linde (CTO) to explore how our advanced solutions reduce downtime, enhance safety, and optimize your sustainable offshore projects.