The specialists of Saratov Grids Branch of Rosseti Volga, PJSC, repaired the Tsentralnaya – ZFU second circuit 110 kV overhead line (OL). The overhead line supplies power to the Balakovo Branch of Apatit, JSC, of the PhosAgro Group, one of the leaders in the production of phosphorus-containing fertilizers in Europe and the only producer of fodder monocalcium phosphate in the country (an effective food additive in the diet of animals and poultry).

Power engineers replaced the reinforced concrete struts of intermediate supports, vibration dampers, installed more than 1,500 new glass insulators and bird protection devices. Also, the posts and foundations were repaired and the cable braces of the intermediate reinforced concrete supports were adjusted. The repair costs exceeded 2.6 million rubles.

Repair work on the power transmission line is provided for in the annual plan of operation and repair work of Rosseti Volga, PJSC, and was carried out as part of the preparation of the company's power grid complex for operation in the upcoming autumn-winter period of 2020–2021.