Zaporizhstal Iron and Steel Works has allocated UAH 49 million for major repairs and maintenance of the hot rolling shop of the heating pit group No. 14.
According to a press release, one of the key conditions for the production of high-quality rolled steel is the reliability of equipment. Therefore, the plant systematically monitors the serviceability of the units and carries out both maintenance and large-scale repairs.
“Right now, the overhaul of the heating well group No. 14 is underway in the Hot Strip Mill. The scope of work is considerable. First, the specialists restored the lining of the chamber walls, support arches, hollows and inclined passes, vaults and regenerator nozzles. At present, they are gradually repairing elements of mechanical, electrical, power, and automation equipment and restoring elements of the heating wells’ frame,” the press release states.
In addition, it is noted that all the work is being carried out by specialists from various departments of the plant and contractors. In particular, refractory workers and mechanics of the hot rolling shop, repairmen of the Central Rolling Mill and Central Electrical and Mechanical Repair Center, specialists of the Automation Department and the Central Electrical Laboratory.
The equipment upgrade will ensure energy-efficient and uninterrupted operation.
“Zaporizhstal is a joint venture of Metinvest Group, whose main shareholders are System Capital Management (71.24%) and Smart Steel Limited (23.76%).
