Russian Factory to Boost Production Sixfold with Robotic Systems
A manufacturing plant in Chelyabinsk is turning to automation to ramp up production of critical components for the country’s energy industry.
The Aneko plant in Chelyabinsk has begun implementing a robotic production complex to manufacture key parts for Russia’s fuel and energy sector, including gate valves and column fittings—equipment vital for the oil and gas industry. These components will now be produced entirely within Russia, part of a broader push toward technological independence in industrial manufacturing.
The launch of the new high-tech production line is scheduled for the second half of 2026. With support from the Chelyabinsk Region Industrial Development Fund, the plant is installing an industrial robot that will perform precision anti-corrosion surfacing on metal parts—a process that enhances durability and reduces maintenance costs. Once the system reaches full capacity, Aneko expects to increase output sixfold.
Continuous Growth in Efficiency
Beyond scaling up, the new technology is helping Aneko optimize its existing manufacturing processes. The company has already cut production time for gate valves from two weeks to just 11 days, thanks to automation and digital control tools. According to TASS, citing company representatives, the new equipment is expected to improve production efficiency by around 5% annually as systems are refined.
The move marks another step in Russia’s accelerating effort to modernize its industrial base through robotics—aiming for faster, more efficient, and more autonomous manufacturing at home.
