Munitions handlers prepared mock rocket warheads in September for testing the Blue Grass Static Detonation Chamber, or SDC, units before their operations begin. “This test equipment is specifically made to closely simulate rocket warheads,” said Rusty Davis, deputy plant manager, SDC 1200. “It is used to test processing systems, to assist in validating procedures and […]
Simulated Warheads Prepared for Systems Testing Read More »
A team of specialists is preparing the Blue Grass plant for the destruction of VX nerve-agent filled 155mm projectiles.
Readiness Review is Next Step to VX Destruction Campaign Read More »
The Blue Grass start-up team is testing the Munitions Washout System with 8-inch inert projectiles in preparation for its systemization demonstration procedure.
System Starts Processing 8-inch Test Projectiles Read More »
The Blue Grass start-up team successfully completed a major test of the Energetics Neutralization System Jan. 12.
Team Completes Demonstration of Key System Read More »
The Blue Grass neutralization team finished the systemization demonstration procedure for the Agent Neutralization System Aug. 30.
Team Demonstrates Agent Neutralization System Read More »
The Blue Grass heating, ventilation and air conditioning, or HVAC, start-up team completed systemization demonstration procedure testing for the Control and Support Building’s air-handling system in August.
Air-Handling System Passes Test Read More »
After a systemization demonstration procedure, the Blue Grass systemization team turned over the Tray Handling System to operations Aug. 1.
Conveyor System Turned Over to Operations Read More »
Blue Grass systemization team members turned the system that will collect liquid chemical agent drained from munitions and store it before neutralization over to the operations team in May.
First Blue Grass Plant Agent System Turned Over to Operations Read More »
Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) utility technicians received a portable water demineralizer May 9 to provide clean plant process water for systemization activities.
Portable Purifier Cleans Blue Grass Plant Process Water Read More »
Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) personnel, led by the operations department, began developing a plan required by regulators before pilot testing can occur.
Blue Grass Team Begins Pilot-Test Plan Read More »
