Nuclear Power Testing Services
McHale performs thermal and plant performance testing, construction, functional and pre-operational testing, plant start-up support, extended power uprates, and refueling outage support. Beyond these core services, the team also develops nuclear plant procedures for operations, maintenance, engineering, licensing, quality assurance, and E-Plan compliance, ensuring regulatory and operational excellence. Moreover, McHale conducts Appendix B quality assurance audits, 50.59 evaluations, LER preparation and review, and root cause analyses, further strengthening plant performance and compliance. Through this comprehensive approach, McHale helps clients achieve efficiency, safety, and reliability in nuclear power generation.
ASME Performance Test Codes Medals
Nuclear Thermal Performance Testing
- Plant Heat Rate and Power Output Testing
- Turbine Replacement/Retrofit Warranty Testing
- Routine Outage Improvement Pre to Post Testing
- Degradation Recovery Investigations and Assessments
- Condenser Performance Testing
- Heat Exchange Testing for Closed Feedwater Heaters
- Cooling Tower Thermal, Sound, and Drift Testing
- M&TE Equipment Rental, Calibration, and Sales
McHale is recognized throughout the power generation industry as a specialized engineering expert, providing superior testing and plant thermal performance improvement services. In addition, McHale stands out as an industry leader, consistently delivering cost-effective performance evaluation services. As the industry evolves and the demand for reliable and efficient power generation grows, our expertise remains crucial in optimizing plant operations.
Over time, we have collaborated with a variety of EPC contractors, utilities, and manufacturers across the power generation industry. As a result of these collaborations, the McHale team has built a strong reputation for professionalism, quick response times, and accurate, high-quality testing. Moreover, our extensive expertise in plant and component performance enables us to deliver exceptional results. By consistently refining our methods and proactively adapting to industry advancements, we ensure that our clients receive the highest level of service and support.
Chairs on a number of ASME Performance Test Code Committees are occupied by members of McHale & Associates, who also actively participate in the following relevant committees:
- ASME – Performance Test Codes Standards Committee
- ASME – Plant Operation and Maintenance Committee
- ASME PTC 1 – General Instructions
- ASME PTC 6 – Steam Turbines
- ASME PTC 19.1 – Test Uncertainty
- ASME PTC 19.22 – Data Acquisition Systems
- SME PTC 19.5 – Flow Measurement
- ASME PTC 46 – Overall Plant Performance
- ASME PTC 100 – Power
- CTI – Performance & Technology Committee
- CTI – Technology Review Committee
- CTI ATC-105 – Acceptance Test Code for Water Cooling Towers
- CTI ATC-140 – Isokinetic Drift Test Code
- CTI STD-201 – Standard for the Certification of Water Cooling Tower Thermal Performance
- CTI STD-202 – Standard for Publication of Custom Cooling Tower Thermal Performance Test Results