Press Release
BATON ROUGE, LA – US FUSION & Specialty Construction, a leader in critical infrastructure solutions, today announced the successful completion of the Saltstone Disposal Unit 10 (SDU10) Leak Tight Liner System (LTLS) at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site. The monumental project represents the largest and most technically complex contract in the company’s 35-year history.
This achievement marks US FUSION’s third consecutive Bromo Butyl Rubber Liner installation for the DOE’s massive Saltstone Disposal Units, following the successful delivery of SDU8 and SDU9. The series of projects solidifies US FUSION’s position as one of the nation’s elite specialty contractors qualified to handle the most demanding hazardous and radioactive waste containment challenges.
The SDU program is a cornerstone of the nation’s environmental cleanup mission, involving the safe disposal of decontaminated salt solution, a byproduct of processing radioactive liquid waste from national defense efforts. The success of the SDU10 liner system required zero-failure tolerance, absolute precision, and an unwavering commitment to safety protocols.
“The successful completion of SDU10 is more than just our largest project; it’s a testament to the incredible skill, dedication, and safety-first mindset of our entire employee-owned team,” said Dustin Miller, President of US FUSION. “This was a monumental undertaking that required seamless collaboration with our project partners. Completing three of these highly complex liner systems consecutively for the DOE demonstrates a level of trust and performance that we are incredibly proud of. This milestone proves our capability to handle the nation’s most critical containment challenges, and we are ready for the next one.”
The project’s success hinged on the expert installation of the specialized Bromo Butyl Rubber Liner, a material chosen for its exceptional chemical resistance and long-term durability, which is critical for nuclear-grade applications.
Project Highlights:
- Project: Saltstone Disposal Unit 10 (SDU10) Leak Tight Liner System (LTLS)
- Location:S. Department of Energy (DOE) Savannah River Site, South Carolina
- Scope: Installation of a mission-critical Bromo Butyl Rubber Liner for a 33-million-gallon radioactive waste disposal unit.
- Significance: Largest project in US FUSION’s history and the third in a first-of-its-kind series, reinforcing the company’s expertise in nuclear and hazardous waste containment.
This achievement underscores US FUSION’s core value proposition: providing single-source accountability on projects where quality, safety, and expertise are non-negotiable.
About US FUSION & Specialty Construction
US FUSION & Specialty Construction is a Louisiana-based specialty contractor with 35 years of experience delivering turnkey solutions for HDPE piping systems, geosynthetic containment, and erosion control. As a unique partner that both supplies and installs, US FUSION provides single-source accountability for leaders in the energy, manufacturing, municipal, and government sectors. With an industry-leading 0.77 EMR safety rating, the 100% employee-owned company is the proven choice for clients requiring expert plastic fusion and complex containment systems throughout the Gulf South and beyond. For more information, visit www.usfusion.com.
Website: www.usfusion.com
About US RUBBER & Specialty Applications
As an established industrial rubber lining contractor, US RUBBER & Specialty Applications provides turnkey rubber tank lining services designed to extend equipment life and reduce maintenance costs. Procurement and installation services feature high-quality materials and best-in-class workmanship. US RUBBER & Specialty Applications understands the critical role rubber lining plays in enhancing the performance of pipes, fittings, storage tanks, and clarifiers in demanding environments.
Working with a trusted industrial rubber lining contractor ensures assets are protected from abrasion, chemical attack, and high temperatures. US RUBBER & Specialty Applications regularly performs rubber lining services that Louisiana industrial facilities depend on to maintain operational efficiency, with quality, safety, and longevity guaranteed.
Website: www.usrubber.com
