Fuel Manufacture and Medical Isotopes

Porvair Filtration Group is actively involved throughout the fuel production process, including traditional and advanced fuels, spent fuel reprocessing, the production of uranium and plutonium oxides as well as for the treatment of off-gases.

Our innovative products are also used in:
  • the venting of fluidised bed processes
  • powder transport and collection
  • glove box venting 
  • sintering furnace off-gas purification. 

Our engineers offer innovative solutions where reliability, efficiency and quality are paramount.

Porvair Filtration Group can supply single disposable, filter elements as well as complete self cleaning systems of any scale. To limit worker exposure, our filters are specifially designed to be easily removed for cleaning or replacement. Our filter systems include a range of polymeric, glass fibre and metallic filter media including 316L stainless steel, high nickel alloys, Monel®, Inconel® and FeCrAlloy and more.

For every stage of the nuclear fuel production process, we have engineered solutions for some of the most difficult separations. 

Medical Isotopes   

Filtration and purification of medical isotopes are essential steps in producing safe and effective radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic applications. 

After isotopes are generated - often through nuclear reactors or particle accelerators - they must be separated from impurities, target materials, and by‑products that could interfere with medical use. 

This purification typically involves high‑level, controlled techniques such as chemical separation, ion‑exchange processes, and sterile filtration to remove contaminants without altering the isotope’s desired properties. These steps ensure that the final product meets strict purity, stability, and safety standards before it is administered to patients.  

Porvair has designed and manufactured bespoke filtration system to contribute of the Filtration and purification of medical isotopes.

Two Stage Extraction System For Fuel Pellet Grinding

We design and manufacture two‑stage extraction and HEPA‑grade filtration systems tailored for fuel‑pellet grinding for nuclear fuel production facilities.

Cross Flow Filtration Systems

Our advanced crossflow filtration solutions are engineered to support efficient and reliable fuel production operations, ensuring optimal separation performance and long-term system durability.High‑efficiency powder recovery filters designed for use in modern fuel manufacturing environments, delivering clean processing, reduced material loss, and consistent product quality.