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2024 ANS Annual Conference
June 16–19, 2024
Las Vegas, NV|Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
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X-energy receives federal tax credit for TRISO fuel facility
Advanced reactor company X-energy has been awarded $148.5 million in tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act for construction of its TRISO-X fuel fabrication facility in Oak Ridge, Tenn.
Thursday, June 15, 2023|8:30–11:30AM EDT
Bus departs hotel at 8:45am. Meet in the hotel lobby.
Cost: $15
Established in 1946, Major Tool & Machine (MTM) is a contract manufacturer in Indianapolis, Indiana, just minutes from the ANS annual meeting, that provides manufacturing solutions for our customer’s most complex needs. MTM specializes in large CNC milling and turning machining, manual and robotic welding, engineering, program management, inspection, and assembly services. Major Tool & Machine proudly serves a variety of industries, including nuclear, and specializes in many areas of the nuclear fuel cycle:
MTM offers turning, milling, high-speed machining, flexible manufacturing, welding, semi and automated robotic welding, fabrication, and material processing. You really have to see the facilities to fully appreciate the vast capabilities that are available. MTM was acquired in September 2021 by Precinmac, a family of precision machining and fabrication companies, and shares a sister company, Petersen Inc., which also heavily supports the nuclear industry.
Attire should be business casual/comfortable, closed-toed shoes are required. Safety glasses will also be required but will be provided to attendees.