Project
UKAEA MATERIAL RESEARCH FACILITY
Construction
Commercial
London & South East England
Client
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
Value
£5,900,000
Architect
McBains Ltd
Extension of the existing Material Research Facility
Providing increased capability for scientists to process and characterise special materials.
The works will double the current equipment capacity and enable air-lock truck deliveries to the operational areas.
The extension at Culham Science Centre, designed by Monica Jong (Head of Operations – Material Research Facility), will allow for additional industrial and academic research to analyse the effects of irradiation on materials.
This project is being delivered as part of the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework Construction Works & Associated Services.
