Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute Achieves Commercialization of Inspection Technology for Non-Disassembled Insulated Pipes

Order Worth 2.7 Billion KRW Secured Through Internal Venture

Demonstration of Non-Disassembly Internal Inspection Technology for Thermal Insulation at the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute. Photo.

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-su] The Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute announced on the 20th that its internal startup, IPIT Co., Ltd., has secured a project worth 2.7 billion KRW through the conditional purchase new product development project led by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups.

IPIT Co., Ltd. was established in 2018 to commercialize the "Non-Destructive Pipe Damage Evaluation Technology for Insulation Materials" developed by the institute. This technology uses pulses and electric currents to inspect pipes up to 10 cm thick without dismantling the insulation surrounding the pipes, effectively photographing the interior. Recently, they also developed a device that visualizes internal pipe defects and are preparing for export to China.

Upon completion of the development project, it is expected to improve the accuracy of non-destructive testing for various industrial facilities, including nuclear power plants, through the localization of pipe inspection equipment. Sales exceeding approximately 60 billion KRW are anticipated over four years starting in 2023, making it one of the successful cases of institute startups.

An institute official stated, "Since the 1990s, we have encouraged institute startups utilizing excellent research outcomes," adding, "Currently, including IPIT Co., Ltd., 35 institute startup companies have been established to promote the industrial application of nuclear research results and contribute to improving the quality of life for the public."

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