Schedule

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Welcoming Reception

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7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast

8:00 am – 8:10 am

Welcome and opening remarks with Minister Smith

Todd Smith

8:15 am – 9:30 am

Canadian Utility Updates

This session will be moderated by the President & CEO of COG and will feature updates from Chief Nuclear Engineers of Bruce Power, OPG, and NB Power. This session will provide attendees with an in-depth understanding of the latest developments and advancements at the Canadian nuclear utilities.

Jennifer Lennox

Jennifer Lennox

Rachna Clavero

Mark Knutson

Gary Newman

9:30 am – 10:00 am

Coffee Break

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning

Automated Inspection


Sponsored by:

Judith Anthonipillai

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning

Optimization Through Automation


Sponsored by:

David Burr

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning

Development of the COFUN Code for Containment Integrity Assessment


Sponsored by:

Moosung JAE

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning

Leveraging Reactor Noise Analysis to Inform Maintenance Activities in CANDU Stations


Sponsored by:

Salim El Bouzidi

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Operating Experience

Regaining Thermal Performance Margin in Unit 1


Sponsored by:

Sushank Saha

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Operating Experience

In-Pipe Manipulators for Visual Examination of Small Bore Pipes (2î to 4î)


Sponsored by:

Holger Damies

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Operating Experience

Adaptive Welding Case Study & SNF Canister Closure


Sponsored by:

Janusz Bialach

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Operating Experience

CODAP Database Project: 20 Years of International Collaboration on Passive Component Operating Experience and Materials Degradation


Sponsored by:

Jovica R. Riznic

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Lunch

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Industry Updates

This session is a must-attend for those interested in keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements in the Canadian nuclear industry. You will hear exciting updates from non-utility leaders, such as Canadian Nuclear Labs, about progress in isotopes, sustainability, hydrogen and much more! This session is an excellent opportunity to gain new insights and expand your knowledge.

Mackenzie Denyes

Kim Brown

Amy Gottschling

Peter McDermid

2:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Coffee Break

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning 2

Automated diagnosis of performance and reliability faults with Metroscope


Sponsored by:

Eric Helm

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning 2

Digital Feeder Pipe Coupling Gap Gauge


Sponsored by:

Vedang Acharya

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning 2

Leveraging Open Source Software for Nuclear Robotics: Lessons Learned


Sponsored by:

Tomasz Zablotny

Tomasz Zablotny

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Digital Innovation, AI and Machine Learning 2

Digital Twins In Outage Tooling Using Unity


Sponsored by:

Nathan Goodfellow

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Aging Management and Long Term Operation cont

Testing of Major Components in Support of Continued Operation


Sponsored by:

Michelle Ireland

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Aging Management and Long Term Operation cont

Long Term Operation of CANDU Reactor – Characterization of the Calandria Vessel Tube-Sheet Mock-Up


Sponsored by:

Mitchell Mattucci

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Aging Management and Long Term Operation cont

Observed benefits of condition monitoring and asset management strategies


Sponsored by:

Antoine Blanchard

2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Aging Management and Long Term Operation cont

Nuclear Insurance Focus on Maintenance – Past, Present & Future


Sponsored by:

Jacques Plourde

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Networking and Poster Session

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7:30 am – 8:30 am

Speakers’ & Participants Breakfast

8:30 am – 10:00 am

The Nuclear Industry from a Vendor Perspective

In this session, attendees will gain valuable insights into the nuclear supply chain from key vendors in the industry. You will learn about the important considerations and challenges faced by suppliers as the nuclear industry works on refurbishments, new builds, safe stores, and ongoing operations. This session is a must-attend for anyone interested in the future of the nuclear industry.

Peter Gowthorpe

Justin Gray

Bharath Nangia

David Harris

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Coffee Break

Sponsored by:

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Fitness-for-Service Innovations

Fatigue Analysis of CANDU Feeders with Back-to-Back Elbow Welds

Daniel Leary

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Fitness-for-Service Innovations

Deterministic Leak-Before-Break Treatment of Uncertainties – Theoretical Basis

Michael Kozluk

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: Fitness-for-Service Innovations

Deterministic Leak-Before-Break Treatment of Uncertainties – Example Application

Michael Kozluk

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Technical Stream 1: Fitness-for-Service Innovations

Integrated Probabilistic Methodology for Pressure Tube Structural Integrity Assessment using RAVEN

Rosa Ortega

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Accessory Components and Systems

New Approach for easier Monitoring of Valves and Actuators


Sponsored by:

Antoine Blanchard

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Accessory Components and Systems

Overview of Seismic Ruggedness Evaluation of hoses


Sponsored by:

Aman Usmani

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Accessory Components and Systems

Thermal analysis of a typical steel frame with embedded polyethylene shielding


Sponsored by:

Dr. Mohammadreza Noban

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 2: Accessory Components and Systems

Modern Leak Rate Estimation Code – LEAPOR-Candu 1.0


Sponsored by:

Deepak Somasundaram

Deepak Somasundaram

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Lunch

Sponsored by:

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Innovation in Nuclear

This session will showcase how industry leaders, such as OPG, Bruce Power, CCNS, and NII, are driving innovation into the nuclear sector. You will hear about the latest developments, cutting-edge technologies, and exciting new initiatives aimed at making the industry more efficient and sustainable. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to listen to these innovators!

Matthew Mairinger

Dominique Lachance

Eric Johnston

Kasia Izdebska

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Coffee Break

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations

Fuel Handling – control system modernization


Sponsored by:

Ahsan Muhammad

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations

Application of Robotics in Nuclear Power Plant Inspections and Online Monitoring


Fuel Handling – control system modernization


Sponsored by:

Neda Darivandi

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations

Optimization of Inspection Program of Cooling Water Systems


Sponsored by:

Holger Damies

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations

Remote Multi-Purpose Submarine Inspection System SUSI-GEN3


Sponsored by:

Holger Damies

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations

Underwater Irradiated CANDU Fuel Inspection Equipment Existing Facilities and Opportunities for Enhancements


Sponsored by:

Brendan Simons

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Benchmarking

Fuel Handling – Reactor Area Bridge Brakes

Ahsan Muhammad

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Benchmarking

Experimental investigation of steam generator tube adhesive wear occurring during fabrication

Salim El Bouzidi

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Benchmarking

Reducing hydrogen isotopes in rolled joints of CANDU fuel channels

Wesley Janson

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Benchmarking

Use of Photoelectric Measurement Technologies in High Radiation Environments

Peter Dhingsa

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Technical Stream 2: Benchmarking

Summary of 40-year Feeder Component Tests

Xinjian Duan

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Networking

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Banquet

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7:30 am – 8:30 am

Speakers’ & Participants Breakfast

8:30 am – 10:00 am

Staffing for the Future

The nuclear industry is undergoing a period of rapid growth and change, and this session will explore the key ways to ensure that we are staffing up for the future. You will hear about the latest trends, best practices, and initiatives aimed at creating a diverse, inclusive, and engaging workplace for the next generation of nuclear professionals. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the future of staffing in the nuclear industry!

Matthew Przybylowski

Margaret McBeath

Kristyn Zorzi

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Coffee Break

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations 2

Swagelok Solutions: Tube vs. Pipe

Phil Daniels

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations 2

Collaborating Robot System (COBOT) for Remote UT Inspections

Stefan Koenig

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations 2

Process Optimization and Resource Planning for New Active Laundry Facility

Matthew Medri

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Technical Stream 1: System Innovations 2

Development of an Eddy Current System for In-Bay Oxide Layer Thickness Measurements on CANDU Fuel Sheaths

Matthew Ballyk

Matthew Ballyk

12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Lunch

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Closing Session

Please note, this schedule is subject to change.