The Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) is designing the Korean Advanced Pyroprocess Facility (KAPF). Each item of process equipment required for integrated processing is being examined, based on experience acquired during the Pyroprocess Integrated Inactive Demonstration Facility (PRIDE) project.

KAPF handles hazardous materials such as spent nuclear fuel, which must be processed in an isolated and shielded area separate from the operator location. An inert-gas atmosphere must be maintained because of the radiation and deliquescence of the materials. KAPF must also achieve significantly increased yearly production beyond that of the previous facility, so several parts of the production line must be automated.

This work presents the method considered for the conceptual design of both the production line and the overall facility layout.