Nuclear industry

Manipulators and robots for the
nuclear industry: safe & reliable

Wälischmiller is THE partner and expert for products in the nuclear industry. Rely on manipulators and robots that are reliable, proven and sophisticated.

Egal, ob Grundlagenforschung, Nuklearmedizin, Nuklearenergie, nukleare Abfallbehandlung oder Rückbau – die Produkte von Wälischmiller sind seit Jahrzehnten bewährt und perfekt abgestimmt auf den jeweiligen Anwendungsbereich.

Areas of application

Wälischmiller: Proven in every area of application in the nuclear industry

Whether nuclear research, nuclear medicine or the dismantling of nuclear facilities: For over 70 years, Wälischmiller has stood for reliable handling solutions wherever maximum precision, safety and robustness are required.

Nuclear research
Wälischmiller Engineering equips nuclear research facilities in scientific and industrial nuclear research with high-performance manipulators and remote-handling solutions.
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Nuclear medicine
When safety and quality protect lives, customers trust us and our products for nuclear medicine.

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Nuclear energy & fusion
Manipulators and robots from Wälischmiller make a significant contribution to safety, availability and reliability in the operation of nuclear power plants and nuclear power generation plants.
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Nuclear waste treatment
Safe waste treatment and storage: Manipulators and robots from Wälischmiller enable risk-minimized processes for decontamination, sorting, treatment and storage without the need for personnel in the hazardous area.

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Nuclear decommissioning
With Wälischmiller handling technology, large and complex plant components can be dismantled precisely, safely and reproducibly in nuclear dismantling. The systems are tried and tested worldwide for demanding dismantling tasks.
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Advantages with Wälischmiller

Expertise for the nuclear industry -
Technology and robustness

Wälischmiller manipulators and robots stand for continuous further development in design and technical features. They are consistently designed for extreme and hazardous operating environments and are made of radiation-resistant, acid-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials.

  • Maximum safety with maximum radiation resistance
  • Excellent quality for 70+ years
  • Full-service provider with complete in-house vertical integration

Nuclear industry references

Proven handling solutions in use worldwide

Our TELBOT® projects demonstrate remote-handling in practice: precise work in hot cells, efficient processes in dismantling and safe processes without people in the danger zone.
We would be happy to convince you of the possibilities in a consultation. On the right you can see a selection of customers who have relied on TELBOT® for decades.

References from the nuclear industry 

Do you need a TELBOT®, manipulator, end effector or special kinematics outside the standard? Briefly describe the task, environment, interfaces and target KPIs. We will check feasibility, develop the design and deliver the full lifecycle service once the order has been placed. Send us your use case now and you will receive a technical contact and a concrete next step within 2 working days.

With over 70 years of experience, we develop and manufacture at our sites in Markdorf and Swindon. Thanks to modular systems, a broad product range and comprehensive service, we support our customers throughout the entire product life cycle.

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„I was involved with HWM during the installation of a power manipulator in one of our hot cells. As the installation was to be carried out in a hot cell that had been in place for several decades, one of the challenges was the interfaces between this new manipulator and the existing structures and installations. Another important challenge was the timeline. Throughout the project, HWM handled every aspect very professionally. All communication and actions took place very quickly. The installation phase also went perfectly and we are proud of a very efficient power manipulator!“

Mik Dausi | Project manager

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Questions and answers

Nuclear industry: FAQ Interesting facts about Wälischmiller products

For which applications in the nuclear industry are Wälischmiller products suitable?

Wälischmiller manipulators and robots are used in nuclear research, nuclear medicine, nuclear energy, nuclear waste treatment and decommissioning. They are designed for precise work under radiation and in contaminated environments.

What are the advantages of remote handling solutions from Wälischmiller?

The systems enable safe, precise and repeatable work processes without the need for personnel in the danger zone. This reduces radiation exposure while increasing efficiency and process safety.

Are Wälischmiller manipulators suitable for use under high radiation?

Yes, all systems are designed for harsh and hazardous operating conditions and are made of radiation-resistant (usually up to 10MGy), corrosion- and acid-resistant materials that have proven themselves over decades of use.

Can the systems be adapted to customer-specific requirements?

Wälischmiller offers both proven standard solutions and customer-specific adaptations, e.g. for arm lengths, end effectors, controls or interfaces, and are precisely tailored to the task and environment.

What role do manipulators play in nuclear decommissioning and waste treatment?

Manipulators perform safety-critical tasks such as dismantling, gripping, sorting, decontamination and conditioning. They enable controlled processes with minimal risk for the operating personnel.

How long are Wälischmiller products typically used?

Wälischmiller systems are designed for long life cycles and are often in use for several decades. This is complemented by the long-term availability of spare parts, services and technical upgrades.