Project Overview
NPCIL's Kakra power plant required elevator systems meeting nuclear facility standards with seismic resistance, enhanced safety protocols, and fail-safe mechanisms for critical infrastructure operations.
Challenges
- ●Nuclear facility safety compliance
- ●Seismic zone requirements
- ●Extreme reliability needs
- ●Security and access control integration
Solutions
- Seismic-resistant installation
- Triple redundancy safety systems
- Emergency power backup integration
- Access control system integration
Technical Specifications
| Facility Type | Nuclear power plant (operational buildings) |
| Number of Elevators | 3 units |
| Speed | 1.0 m/s |
| Capacity | 1000 kg (13 persons) |
| Technology | Industrial-grade traction with enhanced safety |
| Safety Features | Seismic sensors, fire-rated construction, emergency mode |
| Compliance | AERB nuclear facility standards, IS 14665 |
Project Details
Client
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited
Project Type
New Installation
Completion Year
2022
Location
Kakra, Gujarat
"These elevators meet our stringent safety standards. The redundant safety systems provide confidence in critical operations."
Eng. K. Sundaram
Chief Engineer, NPCIL