Specialists from 6 countries are implementing lean manufacturing tools in the fuel and energy sector

11 teams from 6 countries reached the final of the CIS Young Professionals League The International Engineering Championship "CASE-IN» with the support of the presidential platform "Russia – the land of opportunities".  At the decisive competition, employees of industry companies will present their bold decisions to the industry community and will receive opportunities for professional and career development.

The CIS League of Young Professionals "CASE-IN" competitions were held for the first time in 2023, expanding international cooperation in the promotion of engineering professions, engineering education, identification and development of promising technologies, as well as strengthening horizontal ties and professional awareness of young specialists from the CIS member states.

During the national selection stages held in the CIS member countries, the contestants developed measures to improve the efficiency of managing the priority assets of the fuel and energy complex facility based on digital solutions and tools of the Lean Manufacturing concept. The solutions of the young specialists took into account economic efficiency and the possibility of scaling in different industries within the appropriate asset type.

11 teams reached the final of the CIS Young Professionals League.

Republic of Azerbaijan She delegated two youth teams to the finals, consisting of specialists from JSC Azerishyg.

«GreenAz» Veliyev Mehdi Aydin oglu He talked about the development of his team: "In our decision, we proposed the most efficient way to use the vacant land between the wind turbines by installing solar panels. This is, of course, energy from a free resource that does not emit harmful gases. With our project, we are trying to attract even more attention to the use of renewable energy sources, integrate new technologies for management and monitoring, and introduce artificial intelligence into the electric power industry."

As representatives of Azerbaijan, the members of the GreenAz team feel a great responsibility towards the country and its citizens, whose well-being they are trying to improve with their ideas.

"We managed to make it to the finals due to the well-coordinated work of the entire team, the correct alignment of goals and responsibilities, and the maximum commitment of all our team members. The engineering profession requires constant improvement of existing skills and acquisition of new knowledge. At the championship, we discover new areas and learn how to analyze information in the economic sphere., – said Veliyev Mehdi Aydin oglu.

Members of the finalist team «AzerLight» At the championship, they mastered the skills of cross-functional interaction, acquired in-depth knowledge in the field of alternative energy sources and sustainable development, and also learned how to work in conditions of tight deadlines and intense competition.

"We presented the idea of installing solar panels on a hydroelectric dam. The solar panels will take sunlight and convert it into electrical energy, which can then be used for additional electricity generation., - Ilkin Famil, the captain of the Mammadov team, explained. – This solution will help to increase the production of clean energy and reduce dependence on energy sources that create pollution (coal or oil). Such installations make it possible to use existing infrastructure facilities, such as hydroelectric dams, which reduces the need to build new energy facilities and at the same time reduces the negative impact on the environment. At the same time, using solar energy as an additional source will help reduce the cost of electricity production and make it more affordable for consumers."

In the final, the guys hope not only to perform successfully, but also to draw attention to the problem of climate change and the possibilities of using alternative energy sources. The young employees intend to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and innovative approaches in order to adequately represent their country on the global stage.

From Republic of Belarus The teams will perform in the final "Iengineers" and RUE BELTEI.

The Iengineers team, consisting of employees of RUE Belenergosetproekt, proposed the idea of a virtual digital assistant – a software package based on a digital asset - an electric substation - and artificial intelligence.

"The formation of a digital asset and knowledge base, as well as the optimization of the workflow, will allow all employees to participate in the development of the organization", - the finalists indicate in their work.

The team of RUE BELTEI from the company of the same name has developed a project for the electrification of transport of GPO Belenergo using the VEHICLE-TO-GRID system. The finalists calculated the payback period and profitability of their project and showed the scaling potential of the solution.

Republic of Kazakhstan He will direct the team to a decisive competition. «DAMU» and "ITSA Shymkent".

The members of the DAMU team (Kazakhstan Electric Grid Management Company JSC) said they were proud to represent their country at the international championship. At the CASE-IN, the specialists learned how to trust each other and build teamwork, as well as apply their previously acquired knowledge and experience in a new format.

"The essence of our decision is to reorganize the energy company based on modern digital solutions in order to increase employee productivity. We propose to implement a number of technological systems at substations and organize the transfer of technological information to regional "repair and engineering bases" to ensure more efficient operation of lines and substations based on informed solutions.", - emphasized the captain of the team Zhanbolat Rakhymbek.

Experts from Kazakhstan are confident that they have reached the finals thanks to a detailed analysis and analysis of the case and the effective preparation of materials for the solution.

"We expect a successful performance from the finale, as well as the opportunity to get to know and exchange opinions with experts and specialists from other countries. Our goals include not only winning, but also communication, which will undoubtedly be useful in our professional activities.", - Zhanbolat Rakhymbek shared his expectations.

The winner of the second ticket to the finals from Kazakhstan was the ITSA Shymkent team from JSC Intergas Central Asia.

"In our project, we considered the issue of optimizing processes within the framework of the introduction of lean manufacturing during operation and supply of gas to consumers through automated gas distribution stations (AGRS) by bringing the automation level of nodes and simplifying the operation processes., - the captain of the team shared the details of the development Iliyas Zhamankulov. – The solution provides for the possibility of remote control via a dispatcher without the permanent presence of maintenance personnel at the facility. In order to maintain the principles of lean manufacturing and energy conservation in the gas transmission system, we have considered the option of installing a turbo expander unit on a gas pipeline branch to the AGRS."

The team members demonstrated deep knowledge and skills in engineering, analytics, and project management, which allowed them to successfully solve the case. The ability to think creatively and analytically helped the representatives of Kazakhstan to develop an original and innovative solution, which was highly appreciated by the jury.

"We exchanged ideas and worked together to solve the case, which helped us create a comprehensive and high-quality project. The motivation to achieve success and the desire for professional growth allowed us to overcome difficulties and competition on the way to the finals., - noted by Iliyas Zhamankulov. – We expect not only a successful performance from the finale, but also the expansion of our professional knowledge and skills in engineering, analytics and project management, and the establishment of valuable contacts and connections in the industry. At the finals, we will be able to meet with representatives of leading companies and experts, which will provide opportunities for internships or employment. We want to use the experience of participating in the final of the competition as an incentive for further development and reaching new heights in our career."

According to the finalists, the CASE-IN championship allowed them to deepen their knowledge in the field of engineering and technical sciences, acquire practical skills in working with various equipment and software, and taught them how to analyze and solve complex technical problems. During the project, they strengthened their communication and teamwork skills, gained valuable experience in presenting and defending the project to the jury.

The Kyrgyz Republic Two teams of JSC "National Electric Grid of Kyrgyzstan" will present.

Team members «Prospect Energy» We have developed a project to improve the quality and efficiency of electricity in 10/0.4kV networks for the district electric grid of the Naryn Electric Grid Company.

The team "Nomad energy», In turn, she created a solution for the Bishkek Electric Grid Company branch of JSC NES Kyrgyzstan. Among the ideas are the mobile application "My Light" for the consumer of electricity and the application accounting system "Application Table" for interaction between the enterprise and its subscribers.

The finalist team SlavnefteGAZ from Of Russia She has developed a project to increase the operational efficiency of the asset through the introduction of a digitally integrated model of the field. The advantages of the system, according to the specialists of Slavneft-Krasnoyarsk Oil & Gas LLC, are the creation of scenarios for short- and long-term forecast calculations, operational planning, determination of the potential of nodes and constraints, production growth, continuous flow analysis and high accuracy of forecasting production levels.

The Republic of Uzbekistan The teams will be presented «Future and Challenge» and "ENERGY +".

Specialists of the Agency for the Development of Atomic Energy under the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, united in a team «Future and Challenge» We have developed ways to ensure lean electricity production in Uzbekistan with a large share of renewable energy sources. Experts suggested using Green Dispatch, a software package for computational support for the dispatching management of an energy system with a share of renewable energy sources (RES).

Team ENERGO+ (JSC TPP Syrdarya TPP Branch) has dedicated its solution to the digitalization of the fuel oil industry of the branch of JSC TPP Syrdarya TPP branch and the creation of a fuel accounting database.

The final defense of the solutions of the CIS League of Young Specialists will be held on May 28, 2024 as part of the final of the main season of the International Engineering Championship "CASE-IN" and the "New Generation" program, as well as with the support of Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo). The strongest young specialists from the CIS countries will not only talk about their ideas to experts, but also share their experience with colleagues in order to adopt the best practices of foreign partners for implementation in their country.

The winners and prize-winners of the championship will be included in the managerial personnel reserve of their companies and, after detailed refinement, will be able to implement solutions in real production.

The initiators and co-organizers of the project were Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation, Reliable Shift Foundation and Executive Committee of the CIS Electric Power Council.