The Mechanical Shop collective of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has successfully reconditioned a discarded Cold Sinter Screen, which is a critical equipment for the continuous production of Sinter Plant-II. A ceremonial function was organised at the Mechanical Shop on 28th June 2025 to mark the handing over of the reconditioned equipment to the SP-II department.
Mr. R.N. Rajendran, Former CGM In-Charge (Mechanical & Shops) handed over the reconditioned Sinter Screen to the user department in the presence of Mr. Shekhar Narayan, CGM (Sinter), Mr. S.K. Padhi, GM In-Charge (SP-II), Mr. S.K. Das, GM In-Charge (Design, Shop – Mechanical & Foundry), senior officers from SP-II, Shops, Design, and the Mechanical Shop collective.
The Cold Sinter Screen had been earlier removed from the operational circuit due to defects in the exciter gear box seat and mismatches in other equipment areas, making it unfit for service. Given the vital importance of the equipment for sinter production, the issue was taken up with the Mechanical Shop team. A detailed joint study was conducted by the Mechanical Shop and SP-II teams, which revealed that the defect could be addressed within the capabilities of the Mechanical Shop.
The team thoroughly studied the design and mounting layout of the exciter gear box. All the earlier mounting holes were plugged, and repositioning of the gear box was planned with accurate marking by the skilled marking team. Using the CNC Skoda Horizontal Boring Machine, angular drilling and machining of the gear box pad was carried out to achieve the required angle of inclination and correct positioning.
It is worth mentioning that procurement of a new Sinter Screen would have cost the plant approximately Rs. 20 lakh. This accomplishment once again highlights the technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities of the Mechanical Shop collective, who have contributed significantly to cost saving and plant operations continuity through this timely intervention.
