The power engineers of DTEK Ladyzhynska TPP and repairmen from Interenergoservice have made yet another contribution to the energy independence of Ukraine and preparation of the energy system for the stable operation during an autumn and winter season. The power plant’s core equipment was repaired, fuel was stocked, and heating networks were upgraded.
Last week, kindergartens, schools, hospitals, and the majority of residential buildings started receiving heat. The start of the heating season was ensured by the power engineers of Ladyzhynska TPP who timely prepared the power plant equipment and heating network for operation during the winter season.
The main efforts included the repairs to power unit 1, replacement of over 300 meters of pipelines, and restored insulation of the main heating pipeline. We repaired and replaced stabbing valves that would allow disconnecting individual damaged sections for urgent repairs.
“The works of upgrading and repairing defective sections of the heating network will continue until all defects have been repaired. However, this will not affect the heat supply to residential buildings as we have already inspected and repaired the shut-off valves that allows performing repairs to individual sections of the heating network without impact on its general operability,” says Petro Yushchenko, manager of the heat supply, underground utility lines, and hydraulic structures of DTEK Ladyzhynska TPP.
“The power engineers of DTEK Ladyzhynska TPP make their daily contribution to the energy independence of Ukraine. We work to bring light and also heat during a cold season to Ukrainians’ houses. We have already prepared heating networks, repaired and replaced equipment. The power plant controls pressure and heat output. The specialists are ready, work in unison, and ensure that the city has heat,” comments Ihor Sniehin, director of DTEK Ladyzhynska TPP.
The fuel stock is an indispensable element of the successful completion of a heating season. Ladyzhynska TPP stocked over 360 tons of coal. Additional deliveries of fuel are expected as well. This quantity of coal will suffice to ensure the plant’s stable operation until the end of the heating season.