Velikoluksky Mechanical Plant (VMZ), a dynamically developing enterprise in the Pskov Region, has been awarded the Made in Russia certificate in the reliability category from Russian Export Center (REC, VEB Group). This award confirms the exceptional quality of the plant's VM-200 pressure vessel (HS code: 731100910-0).
The history of VMZ began in 1993, when its founder, Petr Paramonov, with extensive experience in abrasive blasting, set a goal to create proprietary equipment capable of competing with those from foreign counterparts. 32 years later, the workshop has grown into a modern enterprise covering over 5,000 square meters. It houses preparatory, machining, welding, assembly and paint shops, complemented by robust design, technology, and quality control departments. VMZ is continuously developing, annually improving its performance and creating a comfortable environment for its team, to a certain degree thanks to government support. Over 50% of VMZ products are unique, tailored to individual customer specifications.
The plant specializes in the development and manufacturing of abrasive blasting equipment, shot blasting machines, shot blasting lines for cleaning metal, concrete, brick, and wood surfaces, as well as electric arc spray systems. Abrasive blasting equipment developed and manufactured by the VMZ is widely used in key industries, from the oil and gas and nuclear sectors to building, bridge construction, and metal fabrication. A significant portion of the plant's products are successfully used in Russia's military and industrial complex.
VMZ equipment has been extensively used in the implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects. Specifically, it was used to waterproof metal bridge decks when reconstructing Moscow Ring Road, as well as on railway bridges on the Oktyabrskaya and Moscow Railways. The plant's technologies provided abrasive blasting and anti-corrosion treatment for bridge structures in the Bryansk Region and oil tanks for the Druzhba pipeline at the oil terminals of Michurinsk and Samara.
Shot blasting lines for processing oil and gas pipes are supplied to the Bryansk and Voronezh Regions, St. Petersburg, Perm, and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Electric arc spray systems from have proven themselves at Rosatom State Corporation facilities both in Russia and abroad, including at the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant in Türkiye and the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh.
The Made in Russia certificate confirms the highest reliability standards for VM gas (compressed air) vessels with a design pressure of 1.3 MPa. Product quality and safety are ensured by strict controls from the use of high-strength materials (grade 09G2S steel) and automatic submerged-arc welding to multi-stage factory testing. Each vessel undergoes hydraulic strength testing at a pressure 25% higher than the design one, ultrasonic inspection of welds, and visual and dimensional inspection throughout the process. Vessels with capacities from 300 to 4,000 liters are certified using this technology.
VMZ has a successful track record of cooperation with European countries, including Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and the United Kingdom. Currently, VMZ products are actively exported to the Republic of Belarus and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Plans for the near future include expanding export to other CIS countries, Iran, and Saudi Arabia.
"VMZ is a recognizable brand in the market. People trust and cooperate with us. With the Made in Russia certificate, we plan to increase demand for our products both within the Russian Federation and abroad. The bird symbol is an indicator of the reliability and safety of our products and, of course, a source of special pride for our entire team," Petr Paramonov, CEO, VMZ LLC.
He also added that the Made in Russia certificate will become a powerful tool for the VMZ to strengthen its position and demonstrate the high quality and technological potential of Russian mechanical engineering to the global market.
The Made in Russia mark confirms the high standards and quality of products developed and manufactured in the Russian Federation. To receive a free Made in Russia certificate, a company does not need to undergo additional checks by Russian Export Center. The certificate is awarded based on five key criteria, namely quality, reliability, uniqueness, environmental friendliness, and organic origin. For more information about the Made in Russia program and certification requirements please visit the REC website.
The history of VMZ began in 1993, when its founder, Petr Paramonov, with extensive experience in abrasive blasting, set a goal to create proprietary equipment capable of competing with those from foreign counterparts. 32 years later, the workshop has grown into a modern enterprise covering over 5,000 square meters. It houses preparatory, machining, welding, assembly and paint shops, complemented by robust design, technology, and quality control departments. VMZ is continuously developing, annually improving its performance and creating a comfortable environment for its team, to a certain degree thanks to government support. Over 50% of VMZ products are unique, tailored to individual customer specifications.
The plant specializes in the development and manufacturing of abrasive blasting equipment, shot blasting machines, shot blasting lines for cleaning metal, concrete, brick, and wood surfaces, as well as electric arc spray systems. Abrasive blasting equipment developed and manufactured by the VMZ is widely used in key industries, from the oil and gas and nuclear sectors to building, bridge construction, and metal fabrication. A significant portion of the plant's products are successfully used in Russia's military and industrial complex.
VMZ equipment has been extensively used in the implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects. Specifically, it was used to waterproof metal bridge decks when reconstructing Moscow Ring Road, as well as on railway bridges on the Oktyabrskaya and Moscow Railways. The plant's technologies provided abrasive blasting and anti-corrosion treatment for bridge structures in the Bryansk Region and oil tanks for the Druzhba pipeline at the oil terminals of Michurinsk and Samara.
Shot blasting lines for processing oil and gas pipes are supplied to the Bryansk and Voronezh Regions, St. Petersburg, Perm, and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Electric arc spray systems from have proven themselves at Rosatom State Corporation facilities both in Russia and abroad, including at the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant in Türkiye and the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh.
The Made in Russia certificate confirms the highest reliability standards for VM gas (compressed air) vessels with a design pressure of 1.3 MPa. Product quality and safety are ensured by strict controls from the use of high-strength materials (grade 09G2S steel) and automatic submerged-arc welding to multi-stage factory testing. Each vessel undergoes hydraulic strength testing at a pressure 25% higher than the design one, ultrasonic inspection of welds, and visual and dimensional inspection throughout the process. Vessels with capacities from 300 to 4,000 liters are certified using this technology.
VMZ has a successful track record of cooperation with European countries, including Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and the United Kingdom. Currently, VMZ products are actively exported to the Republic of Belarus and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Plans for the near future include expanding export to other CIS countries, Iran, and Saudi Arabia.
"VMZ is a recognizable brand in the market. People trust and cooperate with us. With the Made in Russia certificate, we plan to increase demand for our products both within the Russian Federation and abroad. The bird symbol is an indicator of the reliability and safety of our products and, of course, a source of special pride for our entire team," Petr Paramonov, CEO, VMZ LLC.
He also added that the Made in Russia certificate will become a powerful tool for the VMZ to strengthen its position and demonstrate the high quality and technological potential of Russian mechanical engineering to the global market.
The Made in Russia mark confirms the high standards and quality of products developed and manufactured in the Russian Federation. To receive a free Made in Russia certificate, a company does not need to undergo additional checks by Russian Export Center. The certificate is awarded based on five key criteria, namely quality, reliability, uniqueness, environmental friendliness, and organic origin. For more information about the Made in Russia program and certification requirements please visit the REC website.