Sector

Nuclear

Since the mid-1950s the world has harnessed the power of nuclear fusion to provide energy, with one of the first full-scale nuclear power stations in the world coming online in the UK in 1956 at Calder Hall.

Safety critical radiation shielding

In recent years, the importance of energy security has been highlighted which has lead to the UK Government committing to the future of Nuclear power in the UK and the construction of new nuclear power plants, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).

The world also has many aging nuclear power stations which must be safely decommissioned, which is a painstaking process to ensure radioactive materials are safely removed and placed into a reliable, long-term storage solution.

Throughout the UK’s nuclear enterprise there is an ongoing demand for safety critical shielding components and products, and Calder Industrial Materials is a leader in the field of lead nuclear shielding solutions for both decommissioning and new-build.

We have the resources, experience, and technical expertise to develop and manufacture an array of standard and custom lead nuclear radiation shielding solutions, and work closely with our customers to ensure we can deliver the right solutions for the application in the most cost-effective way.

We’ve been working with Calder Lead for several years, and their commitment to quality and reliability has consistently exceeded our expectations.

Their products arrive on time, exactly as promised, and the level of customer service they provide is truly outstanding. Whenever we’ve needed support, their team has been responsive and proactive in finding solutions. Thanks to Calder Lead, our operations run more smoothly and efficiently. We’re grateful for the partnership and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dependable, trustworthy supplier.

Sarah Lackenby

Sarah Lackenby

Operations Director, QRS Precision

Sustainably sourced

All Calder products use only 100% recycled, locally sourced lead, ensuring that no waste material ever makes it to landfill.

Premium materials

Our milled lead surpasses industry standards for durability and performance, offering superior results compared to cast alternatives.

Unrivalled expertise

With over 250 years of manufacturing excellence behind us, we are the global leader in precision-engineered lead products.

End-To-End support

From optimising designs to solving complex engineering challenges, we work with you to achieve results that always exceed expectations.

Why choose Calder?

From the moment a project begins, we work closely with our partners to understand their unique challenges and needs. Whether optimising designs, reducing costs, or ensuring compliance with the strictest industry standards, we bring centuries of technical expertise and problem-solving ability to every project.

Trusted by global leaders across nuclear, healthcare, industrial, defence, and building sectors, we’ve built a reputation for delivering solutions that exceed expectations. When precision, quality, and collaboration matter most, Calder Lead is the name clients return to, time and time again.

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