A device the size of a small desktop fan is providing big benefits during Blue Grass plant closure activities. “Using the borescope, we were able to safely and efficiently video the inside of the pipes without having to do extensive cutting and testing, do analysis and determine the next steps in meeting our environmental permit […]
Device Navigates Narrow Passages During Blue Grass Closure Read More »
As a result of frequent collaboration, Blue Grass plant workers received surplus equipment from the Pueblo plant Dec. 18 to benefit secondary waste operations.
Equipment Sharing Benefits Blue Grass Closure Operations Read More »
The public is invited to comment on a permit modification request that, if approved, would add another option to safely destroy drained, containerized rocket warheads at the Blue Grass plant.
Dispositioning of Specialized Equipment Marks Another Blue Grass Closure Milestone Read More »
Remote-controlled robots are taking over some of the toughest work as the closure phase expands at the Blue Grass plant.
High-Tech Tools Taking Over Some Tough Blue Grass Tasks Read More »
Topped by the destruction of the final chemical weapons stored in Kentucky, workers at the Blue Grass plant reached a series of milestones in 2023.
Blue Grass Plant Has Historic Year in 2023 Read More »
A tool that was important during the destruction of chemical weapons is proving just as valuable for safety and efficiency as workers decommission the Blue Grass main plant during the closure phase.
Metal Parts Treater Boosting Safety, Efficiency During Blue Grass Closure Read More »
Stainless-steel containers used to safely transport chemical weapons from storage on the Blue Grass Army Depot to the Blue Grass plant are ready to be dispositioned now that the munitions at the depot have been destroyed.
Transportation Containers Readied for Dispositioning Read More »
A Static Detonation Chamber, known as the SDC 1200, destroyed the first containerized rocket warheads on Oct.25 that had been previously drained of VX nerve agent in the Blue Grass main plant.
Key Tool in Closure Process Begins Operations at Blue Grass Read More »
Blue Grass plant workers are training on high-technology equipment that will make the job safer when they start decommissioning the buildings and equipment where chemical weapons were destroyed.
High-Tech Robots Will Enhance Worker Safety at Blue Grass Read More »
A technology often used at medical offices and airports is also making the final chemical weapons destruction campaign safer and more efficient at the Blue Grass plant.
Common Technology Making a Difference at Blue Grass Read More »
