Zaporizhia Metallurgical Plant "Zaporizhstal" carries out systematic work to support and modernize crane facilities and lifting mechanisms
According to the company's press release, the reliable operation of this equipment is an important component of the continuity of production processes, the safety of employees and the creation of comfortable working conditions. 230 lifting mechanisms and 447 cranes. All equipment regularly undergoes maintenance, repairs and modernization with the introduction of modern solutions in the field of occupational safety and industrial safety. safer working conditions for our employees," said Kirill Gavrilyuk, Director of Occupational Safety and Industrial Safety at Zaporizhstal.
It is also reported that in 2025, the company completed a number of major repairs of crane equipment with a total cost of more than UAH 13.6 million. In particular, an overhaul of the ore-gantry loader was carried out in the blast furnace shop. As part of the work, the mechanisms for moving the crane and trolley, lifting and closing the grab were updated, the lifting rails were replaced, metal structures, electrical equipment and safety devices were repaired. The work included repairs of the main metal structures, main lifting mechanisms, control systems, electric motors and electrical equipment.
In addition, the company allocated about UAH 170 million to support the proper technical condition and ongoing repairs of crane equipment. Since the beginning of the year, 14 new industrial air conditioners have been installed on bridge and crane installations in the hot rolling workshop, cold rolling workshop, blast furnace and open-hearth workshops. To improve the working conditions of crane operators, the company has also purchased and installed modern anti-vibration chairs that help reduce the effects of vibration and prevent the development of occupational diseases. cranes in the hot rolling workshop with an investment volume of more than UAH 7 million. The project provides for a comprehensive upgrade of mechanical and electrical equipment, modernization of control systems, replacement of cable and wire products and the implementation of a full range of commissioning works
. An additional visual illumination system for loading and unloading areas is installed on four cranes in the hot rolling shop. The railway transport department operates an automated signaling system on two cranes that blocks the start of mechanisms without notification. The combination of sound signals and visual indication helps workers to better navigate the crane operation area and significantly reduces production risks during loading and unloading operations.
