Ahmad Arianmehr explained that the staff and specialists at the central workshop of the ninth refinery have made significant strides in reducing reliance on foreign countries by completing the repair processes for fixed equipment, including various valves, safety valves, and heat exchangers, as well as rotary equipment such as pumps and compressors. They have also manufactured key parts and equipment locally.

Arianmehr emphasized the workshop’s high capacity for producing various spare parts and equipment, noting that over 70% of spare parts are now manufactured in-house, while the remaining 30% are sourced through collaboration with domestic and knowledge-based manufacturers. This has enabled the refinery to achieve 100% usage of Iranian-made goods.

He also addressed the necessity of outsourcing 30% of the parts, citing environmental conditions, limited access to advanced facilities, and processes like casting and surface coating. However, he expressed hope that with the installation of additional equipment, the refinery could achieve full self-sufficiency in part production.

Arianmehr added that the design and production of a speed-reducing gearbox for TEG pumps have been successfully completed at the workshop, with the first unit set to be installed and monitored in the coming weeks.

He also highlighted other major accomplishments, including the construction and installation of a bridge and a 4-ton overhead crane, which were entirely designed and built by the refinery’s specialists. Additionally, the workshop has achieved 100% local production of flare tips, marking another milestone for the team.

The head of the mechanical workshop reiterated the refinery’s commitment to advancing domestic manufacturing capabilities and reducing dependency on foreign technology.