Radiation shielding (lead and tungsten)

Category: Worker Health & Safety > Engineering Controls > Radiation Shielding
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Shielding products are manufactured from lead and tungsten. Lead blankets are constructed with lead wool or lead plate due to its flexibility in handling. The interlaced wool is compacted in a random orientation. The lead is encapsulated with an inner cover and an outer cover for added protection and durability. Materials used for inner and outer covers can be vinyl-laminated nylon, urethane-laminated nylon, or silicon-impregnated fiberglass fabric (for high temperatures). The inner covers are sewn in a quilted pattern to prevent shifting of the lead wool when blankets are draped or hung. LI-201, LI-202, LI-203, LI-204, LI-205, LI-206 are some of the types of lead wool blankets manufactured by Lancs. The LI-261 wheeled rack is an example of another radiation shielding product manufactured by Lancs. Tungsten shielding has proved to be a viable shielding material because it is less toxic and less costly to dispose of. It also has a potential for multiple applications which enhances cost benefit analysis.

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Lead blankets provide desired dose rate reduction. They are readily availabile and low cost. Tungsten shielding is less toxic and has lower disposal costs.

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