We are proud to announce a significant milestone in our contribution to the ITER Organization project: the successful completion of the first Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the Divertor Cassette, manufactured by the SIMIC  – CNIM Systèmes Industriels consortium.

This achievement marks a key step in Europe‘s commitment to ITER and demonstrates SIMIC’s expertise in delivering highly complex, first-of-a-kind components for fusion energy. The Divertor Cassette, a critical “plasma facing component,” will operate under extreme conditions, handling part of the 150 million °C plasma within the ITER reactor.

The FAT, conducted at our facilities in Italy in collaboration with Fusion for Energy (F4E) and ITER Organization, confirmed the structural integrity and performance of the component through rigorous hydraulic pressure testing. The successful outcome of this test is a testament to the dedication, precision, and technical excellence of our teams.

As stated by our Head of Nuclear, Fusion Energy and Research Department, Marianna Ginola: “We are very proud to have achieved such an important milestone for the project. This success reflects SIMIC’s commitment, the hard work and passion of our teams, and the excellent collaboration with F4E. We look forward to continuing this journey, delivering with the same dedication towards the next phases of this ambitious project.”

We extend our sincere thanks to Fusion for Energy (F4E) and ITER Organization for their continuous support and collaboration, as well as to all colleagues, partners, and stakeholders involved, including our consortium partner CNIM Systèmes Industriels. Together, we are shaping the future of energy.

This result reinforces SIMIC’s role as a trusted partner in the advancement of fusion energy technologies and highlights our ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the manufacturing of complex components for cutting-edge scientific projects.

Read how we did it: https://europa.eu/!KQxdgW