Concrete Rooms
The design and installation of concrete X-ray rooms are more complex than with many other cast concrete structures because of the need to maintain the integrity of shielding.
The optimum layout is discussed and agreed with the customer. Then site tests are performed to ensure that the foundations can support the additional loads.
Once installation begins a framework of re-enforcing steelwork is built and shuttering is erected to create a cavity. The cavity is filled with concrete using a controlled pour to ensure
even distribution of aggregate and to minimise the possibility of cracking and the creation of air pockets.
Concrete rooms are permanent structures, usually suited to high kV and high power applications, or for the inspection of large scale parts.
To view examples of some structures we have designed and built using both these methods go to Major Projects.
Lead-Steel Enclosures
X-ray enclosures can also be made using pre-fabricated steel frames with lead-steel
or lead-ply panels as a lining. These are quicker to erect and can be dismantled and moved if
required.
Lead-steel X-ray rooms are more often used for lower kV applications or where cast
concrete is inappropriate.
