Introducing the LED Shoehorn Cables:  A Game-Changing Innovation by Master-Lee Engineered Products

Master-Lee Engineered Products is proud to introduce one of its latest innovations—the LED Shoehorn Cables. Designed to enhance efficiency and safety, this cutting-edge solution addresses long-standing challenges in fuel handling operations.

Historically, operators relied on color-coded cables or weighted ropes to position the shoehorn precisely within the reactor core. While this method was affective for many years, it also had its drawbacks. Over the past decade there has been in increase of cases where fuel assemblies were set down directly onto shoehorn cables, or where cables were snagged by a fuel assembly transitioning to/from its core location. Poor visibility, inadequate lighting, and operator-related inexperience to identify potential issues were the main factors in these substantial events, ultimately effecting critical path time.

To overcome these challenges, the engineering team at Master-Lee Engineered Products developed a groundbreaking solution: the LED Shoehorn Cable. This innovative product integrates the proven strength and durability of coated, stainless-steel cables with the added benefit of LED illumination, significantly improving visibility in low-light environments. By incorporating LED lighting directly into the cable design, operators can now more easily monitor placement, reducing the risk of misalignment and ensuring smoother, safer operations.

Powered by a battery pack control console, the LED Shoehorn Cables provide real-time visual confirmation of cable positioning, giving the entire team greater confidence in their workflow. The enhanced illumination not only improves accuracy but also minimizes the chances of entanglement with the fuel assembly, ultimately increasing operational efficiency and safety.

With the LED Shoehorn Cable, Master-Lee Engineered Products continues to push the boundaries of innovation, delivering smarter, more effective solutions for the industry.