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SI Solutions, LLC Expands Nuclear Energy Services

In a strategic move to strengthen its offerings in the nuclear energy sector, SI Solutions, LLC (SIS) has successfully acquired Radiological Solutions, Inc. (RSI). This acquisition promises to enhance SIS’s capabilities in advanced plant chemistry, radiological controls, radiation safety, and operational performance.

With the acquisition, SIS’s engineering division, Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA), will gain from RSI's extensive technical knowledge in key areas including water chemistry optimization, gamma scanning, and radiation dose management. These enhancements are aimed at ensuring safer and more efficient operations for nuclear facilities globally.

Mike Battaglia, Senior Vice President of Engineering Services and Chief Nuclear Officer at SIA, expressed enthusiasm about the merger. He remarked, “The alignment between our two companies is remarkable,” emphasizing how RSI's established presence and expertise will complement SIA’s existing offerings. This synergy is expected to deliver a broader array of asset management solutions to the nuclear power industry, improving both efficiency and effectiveness.

Building on a Solid Foundation
The two companies have a history of collaboration that has yielded successful results in the nuclear energy sector. Richard Kohlmann, President of RSI, noted the mutual benefits of combining their strengths, stating, “Bringing RSI's technical expertise together with that of SIA will undoubtedly benefit both the operating and new global nuclear industry.” This partnership not only reinforces their existing relationship but also showcases a shared commitment to innovation in the industry.

Erica Libra-Sharkey, Vice President of Nuclear at SIA, highlighted the complementary strengths of both firms. She noted that RSI’s expertise in chemistry, environmental processes, and innovative equipment design melds perfectly with SIA's established platforms in asset lifecycle and engineering services. This merger is poised to bolster their shared commitment to supporting current nuclear operations and advancing future reactor designs.

Strategic Vision
Mark W. Marano, President and CEO of SI Solutions, articulated the strategic implications of this acquisition. He stated, “The RSI acquisition accelerates our strategic vision by adding talent, deep experience, and industry-leading technology that will position SIA as the leader in nuclear chemistry.