PZPS: development and innovation in metallurgy — an interview with the Executive Director in the Metal Supply and Sales magazine

The St. Petersburg Precision Alloy Plant is one of the leading players in the Russian metallurgical industry, which actively contributes to the development of the domestic industry. A recent publication in the authoritative magazine Metal Supply and Sales highlights the company's achievements, including the launch of new equipment and the desire to improve product quality. In an interview with the Executive Director of the PZPS Aleksandr Blinkov the key aspects of the plant's work and its plans for the future are discussed.

About the plant and its achievements

PZPS specializes in the production of precision alloys, corrosion-resistant, heat-resistant and heat-resistant steels and alloys. The plant is a closed-cycle metallurgical enterprise, including induction smelting furnaces, hot and cold rolling mills.

But the recent launch of new equipment and plans to expand production capacity are particularly noteworthy. For example, it was recently the vacuum furnace has been launched, which opened up new opportunities for PZPS in improving product quality and increasing production volumes.

About the “Metal Supply and Sales” magazine

Metal Supply and Sales is an expert magazine that specializes in analyzing the market for metals and metal products in Russia and the CIS countries. It provides up-to-date information on the state of the metallurgical industry, its development trends, as well as on the activities of companies producing, supplying and consuming metals.

The magazine is aimed at professionals working in metallurgy, construction, mechanical engineering and other industries where metals are used. It features analytical articles, market reviews, interviews with experts, company news, and other materials that help readers make informed decisions and keep abreast of the latest developments.

Key points from the interview

MSS 2025 issue No. 2 published article “New horizons of PZPS”, in which Executive Director A.V. Blinkov spoke about important issues for the enterprise:

• New vacuum induction furnace. The launch of the vacuum furnace in December 2024 was an important step in the modernization of the plant. This furnace has improved the quality of its products and expanded product range and increase production volumes. In particular, it has created opportunities for the development of new alloys, including for replacing imported analogues. PZPS is actively using research center to work on import substitution, which increases the competitiveness of products.
• ISO 9001-2015 certification and the Year of Quality. In 2025, the PZPS declared the Year of Quality, aiming to achieve zero marriage rates. The plant has implemented ISO quality management system, which contributes to the continuous improvement of production. This approach makes it possible to improve the physical and mechanical characteristics of products, as well as to ensure the highest surface quality of materials. The plant plans to purchase new equipment for polishing and processing products, which will improve their appearance and ensure the company's further growth.
• The importance of PZPS for the Russian industry. Despite its relatively small share in total metal production, PZPS is a key player in high-tech industries. Precision alloys and special steels produced at the plant are irreplaceable in areas such as nuclear energy, aircraft industry, microelectronics. As these industries develop, so does the demand for high-quality materials. PZPS is actively involved in implementing the Strategy for the Development of the Russian Iron and Steel Industry until 2030, supporting the country's technological sovereignty.

The plant continues to strengthen its position in the Russian and international markets, striving for technological leadership and the development of the Russian metallurgical sector.

Development strategy and investments

PZPS is investing in expanding and modernizing its facilities. It has been acquired in recent years new equipment, and a project has also been developed to build a new high-precision metallurgy workshop. The most important investment projects include the launch of electroslag and electron beam melting furnaces, as well as the purchase of new hot-rolling equipment to be ordered from China.

The timing and scope of such upgrades suggest that PZPS is ready not only to develop existing production, but also to significantly expand its product line. By 2028, the plant plans to become a wide-profile metallurgical enterprise that produces various types of steels and alloys, as well as products made from them.

PZPS research work

The plant is also actively developing a research center that operates in two areas:

• Internal research: improving the properties of materials, analyzing various rolling emulsions, studies to improve the weldability of alloys.
• Working with external customers: developing alloys to replace imported materials, for example, for the substrate of superconductors and analogues of Inconel alloys.

How does PZPS ensure the quality of its products?

The quality of products at the PZPS is maintained through strict control at all stages of production. The plant adheres to international ISO standards and internal procedures for improving quality. In 2025, the company will begin work to improve the surface quality of products, which will make them more competitive.

In addition, PZPS is actively purchasing the latest equipment to improve product processing and plans to expand its range of technologies for cleaning and polishing materials.

The St. Petersburg Precision Alloy Plant continues to develop, implementing ambitious plans to expand production and improving quality products. The plant is an important player in the Russian metallurgy market and is of strategic importance for many high-tech industries.