Specialists of PJSC “Krasny Kotelshchik” made a good showing at the regional stage of the competition “Best welder of Russia – 2025”
Nine representatives of the Taganrog Boiler-Making Works "Krasny Kotelshchik" (TKZ) at once took part in the regional stage of the All-Russian professional skills competition "Best Welder of Russia 2025". The competition, which annually brings together the industry top-rank specialists, has become a serious professional venue, where participants demonstrate their practical skills and knowledge in various methods of welding.
The Works was presented in the three nominations of four possible: Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding. Nine best welders from TKZ took part in the competition.
The winning places in the most technologically complex category – “Gas Tungsten Arc Welding” became the special pride for the enterprise. Sergey Menyailenko from Tube Panel Shop took the second prize, while the third prize was awarded to Alexander Pereyaslov from Heat Exchange Equipment Shop.
Sergey Menyailenko has already begun preparing for the competition final stage, which will be held in St. Petersburg in the autumn of 2025. Alexander Pereyaslov, as a bronze medalist, will also be given the opportunity to qualify for the final if one of the participants is replaced.
— We are proud of each participant, because entering such a professional field is an achievement in itself. The participation of our specialists in such events contributes to the prestige of the profession and confirms that true top-rank professionals work here at TKZ, — Mikhail Klugman, Chief Executive Officer of PJSC “Krasny Kotelshchik” commented on the event.
Participation in such competitions is not only an opportunity to demonstrate the top level of skills, but also a significant way in creating a positive image of the enterprise that is investing to professional growth of its personnel.
There are currently more than 80 vacant positions open at PJSC “Krasny Kotelshchik”. You can learn more about them on the official website of the enterprise Вакансии (tkz.su) and address additional questions by phone: 8 (8634) 31-35-33. Recruitment specialists will share in detail the employment conditions, benefits, and existing social programs.

