Lead vs Concrete Radiation Shielding
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Radiation shielding is crucial for protecting individuals and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. Effective shielding is essential in various settings, including medical facilities, industrial applications, and research laboratories. Proper shielding ensures that radiation exposure remains within safe […]
How to Create Concrete Radiation Shielding
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction So, your team has decided to use concrete for your new radiation room. Maybe you came from a previous blog, or maybe you just gathered information from multiple radiation shielding vendors. Either way, you’re not sure where to start. Lucky […]
Radiation Shielding Doors: What You Need to Know
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Radiation shielding doors are an important tool for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. These doors are used in a variety of settings, including nuclear power plants, medical facilities, and research labs, to reduce […]
3 Key Reasons to Work with a Radiation Shielding Expert
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction You need to work with a radiation shielding expert. If your business is having radiation shielding constructed for the first time, it can be intimidating. That’s why we see a lot of our clients work with architects and general contractors. […]
Celebrating Nick Scibilia’s Promotion to Project Manager
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Nick Scibilia, a dedicated and hardworking team member, to the position of Project Manager at AVM Group! This significant milestone in Nick’s career comes after nearly a decade of exceptional service and unwavering commitment to our company. Nick has been an integral part of our team for […]
What is Gamma Radiation?
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Gamma radiation is a form of ionizing radiation that has been widely used in various fields like medicine, manufacturing, and agriculture. It is important to understand this type of radiation in order to properly handle it and prevent exposure. In […]
Sand Radiation Shielding: An Excellent Nontraditional Solution
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide It’s also a part of our guide: Radiation Shielding Materials 101 Introduction If you’re looking at blogs about sand radiation shielding, you’re probably in the market to construct a radiation shielding room. While traditional radiation shielding materials like lead, steel and […]
Radiation Shielding Materials 101
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Ready to learn everything you need to know about the most common radiation shielding materials? You’ve come to the right place. Regardless of the industry you work in, you’ll need to be familiar with your options when selecting the right […]
How to Protect Yourself from Radiation
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Radiation is a natural component of existence. We are always surrounded by background radiation, which is derived from natural minerals. However, there are other times you may be exposed to radiation from other sources and machines. Because of this, making […]
What is NDT?
*This post is part of a much larger pillar blog: The Ultimate Radiation Shielding Guide Introduction Non-destructive testing (NDT) is one of the most popular ways to ensure a consistent level of quality control during the manufacturing process due to its ability to go beyond the surface of the product, and detect imperfections we wouldn’t normally […]