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Originally posted by Matrix1111
The LHC should be fully cooled by the end of July. This will be followed by continued powering tests, consolidation and machine checkout in preparation for beam. A short sector test is in the process of being planned for the 9/10 August with the feasibility of safely closing the ring still being carefully examined.