Andrey Proskurin (Instrumentation and Controls Engineer) is renowned for his innovative approach to tackling problems at site which has saved Kinross time and money.
Andrey Proskurin (Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Dvoinoye)
He turns challenges into solutions. Some notable examples of Andrey’s innovations and cost-saving fixes include:
Andrey in front of the in-house controls electronic controls system.
- Developing and installing automated mine portal gates, transforming the way employees enter the mine. Prior to this, employees had to leave their vehicles to manually open the large doors. This has cut down the time to enter the mine by half.
Underground mine portal gates at Dvoinoye.
- Repairing complex indoor switchgear equipment, which supplies power to the underground department.
Andrey fixing a piece of electrical equipment.
- Designing a reverse air flow system, ensuring air flows in and out of the underground operations.
The reverse air flow system for the two main UG fans.
While these initiatives could have easily been outsourced, Andrey’s determination to tackle these challenges himself, exemplifies the Kinross Way Forward and what can be achieved with creativity and hard work.
“Andrey embodies all the best qualities of a leader and a professional. He is always looking for the best solutions and is full of new ideas, which he implements himself, saving the Company additional costs.”
Andrey in front of the Dvoinoye mine site.
