American Potash and Chemical Information
Location
West Hanover, Massachusetts
American Potash and Chemical Company conducted uranium metal shaping and uranium-magnesium explosive forming studies for Union Carbide Nuclear Corporation, Oak Ridge. The tests done up to May 1961 were performed with 430 stainless steel and uranium metal pieces. Work was also done with green and sintered uranium based powders. The powders were formed in a die into discs approximately 4 1/2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.
Alternative Names
- National Fireworks Ordnance Corporation
- National Northern Division
Type of Facility
- Atomic Weapons Employer
Covered by EEOICPA
- Part B
EEOICPA Covered Years
- 1959-1961
Did work for:
- Union Carbide Nuclear Corporation, Oak Ridge
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