Zaporizhkcoke invested UAH 3.7 million in the modernization of stacker No. 2

PJSC Zaporizhkcoke, one of Ukraine’s largest producers of coke for metallurgy, has resumed operation of the No. 2 rotary-mobile stacker in the coal preparation section of the coke plant following a major overhaul. The total investment in the restoration of the unit amounted to UAH 3.7 million. This is stated in the company’s press release.

The unit can process up to 450 tons of raw materials per hour, ensuring the continuity of the technological process at one of the key stages of coke production.

The stacker acts as a “conductor” in the coal field — it automates the process of stacking bulk materials and forms even stacks in limited space or adverse weather conditions.

During the overhaul, the boom, slewing drive, and tilting chute were completely replaced, the metal structures of the cab and slewing mechanisms were restored, and chemical anti-corrosion protection was applied to all components. The work has significantly improved the reliability and safety of the equipment.

Thanks to the modernization, the stacker’s overhaul interval has been extended by another three years, which will stabilize the operation of the coal preparation section and reduce maintenance costs.

As GMK Center reported earlier, in 2024, Zaporizhkcoke increased coke production by 2.1% compared to 2023, to 874,600 tons.

Since 2022, the company has allocated more than UAH 360 million for the capital renovation of the coke oven fleet. Most of the funds were invested in the overhaul of coke batteries No. 2 and No. 5-6. Recent investment projects include the overhaul of coke pusher No. 3 on coke battery No. 5-6 and the overhaul of the U-30 charge feeding line in the coal preparation shop.

Zaporizhkcoke is Ukraine’s leading producer of coke and chemical products. It is part of the Metinvest Group. The main consumer of its products is the Zaporizhstal steelworks.