Oxford Technologies

DESIGN & SUPPLY OF BESPOKE SYSTEMS

We have a long history of proven experience in the specification, design, construction and support of bespoke remote handling equipment. The entire remote handling system which has been in service at JET for the past 10 years has been designed and developed by Oxford Technologies staff. Our paramount aim is to provide cost effective, fir-for-purpose systems.

All of our work is carried out under our ISO9001:2000 based Quality Management System.

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COMMAND & CONTROL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT

Oxford Technologies has extensive experience in the analysis, design, implementation and optimization of real-time and non real-time control systems for Remote Handling equipment.

Oxford Technologies staff have proven experience in the development, supply, commissioning and support in service of Command, Control and Monitoring systems for multi-equipment remote handling facilities.

3D MODELLING & ANIMATION

Oxford Technologies has pioneered the use of 3D computer generated models displayed in real-time for remote handling. The so-called digital mockup or VR technologies have a significant role at concept development and specification stages in an off-line mode and also during remote operations phases when the VR application visualises in real time the real remote handling equipment.

TRAINING

Remote handling is a specialist discipline and is practiced by a relatively few institutions and companies. The need for remote handling engineers is increasing rapidly in line with new energy, exploration, medical and defence applications and so the need to train newcomers to this area is vital.

Oxford Technologies has a proven record in the creation and delivery of training for remote handling engineers at all levels.

TECHNOLOGY & FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENTS

All Oxford Technologies Ltd have a track record of delivering high quality feasibility assessments and state-of-the-art technology reviews for remote handling applications.

Past projects have included identification of the most appropriate technologies for 3D non-destructive characterization of pre-packaged nuclear waste, selection of a COTS advanced servo-manipulator for a stated application, the best practice approach for remote handling system design and the feasibility of achieving required production rates in a proposed remote handling facility.

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REMOTE OPERATIONS STUDIES

The Oxford Technologies remote handling system at JET has been in full operation since 1998. Over the past 10 years our staff have used the experience gained from over 10,000 hours of remote operations at JET to provide advice, analysis and solutions for the preparation and management of other remote handling projects throughout Europe.

REMOTE MAINTENANCE CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

Since our inception in 2000 we have completed more than 20 concept developments for remote handling applications for more than 10 clients.

The unique experience gained from development and operation of the complete JET remote handling facility allows us to deliver to clients practical and fit-for-purpose solutions using a well proven methodology developed for this purpose by Oxford Technologies.

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DEFINITION OF REQUIREMENTS & STANDARDS

Remote handling applications which are required to service and support major projects will depend for their success on a standardized and rationalized approach to the specification of requirements and the design and the construction of both the plant to be handled and the remote handling systems.