Demolition of the Biological Shield by Abrasive Water Jet

An abrasive water jet is a method to cut reinforced concrete structures by means of a high-pressure water and abrasives jet (at a pressure >2,000 kgf/cm2). This method has high cutting capability and low dust generation, and it is possible to miniaturize the water jet injection system. However, by using water with abrasive particles, a large volume of secondary waste is generated.

Water Jet Cutting System

水ジェット切断装置

An example of cutting by water jet
Water jet cutting machine

Cut pieces of a concrete structure in a transportation bucket
The water jet nozzle

水ジェット切断装置による生体遮へい体突出部の切断
An example of cutting by water jet

切断ブロック搬出用バケット上の切断ブロック
Cut pieces of a concrete structure in a transportation bucket

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