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Removal of transformers containing PCB oil in Serbia

Dismantling and safe removal of PCB-contaminated transformers — oil pumping, decontamination of the casing and core, ADR transport and metal recycling. Complete documentation for inspections. 20 years of experience, since 2005.

Contaminated transformer removal
from dismantling to recycling

Transformers containing PCB oil are a legacy of 1970s and 1980s power infrastructure — and Serbia still has a significant number of distribution and industrial transformers whose oil contains polychlorinated biphenyls. Removing them is not simply a matter of pumping out the oil: the casing, core and windings are contaminated too and must be decontaminated or disposed of as hazardous waste.

Our team carries out complete dismantling and disposal — safe oil pumping, dismantling of the equipment with a crane and special tools, decontamination of the parts that can be salvaged, ADR transport and metal recycling (copper, steel) at licensed foundries. All under strict emission control and with full documentation for regulatory inspections.

We have experience with distribution transformers up to 1 MVA, power transformers up to 100 MVA, dry-type and oil-filled transformers, and contaminated substations on factory sites and in municipal distribution networks. We schedule every job during downtime — no disruption to the power supply.

100 MVAmaximum rating
ADRcertified transport
100%metal recycling
PCB transformer removal — distribution transformer before dismantling

Need an old transformer dismantled? Call us.

+381 63 249190

What's included in
PCB transformer removal

From contamination assessment to metal recycling — all in one package.

Contamination assessment

Oil sampling, ppm analysis, assessment of the condition of the casing and core.

Oil pumping

Safe pumping of PCB oil into ADR containers before the equipment is dismantled.

Transformer dismantling

With a crane, sealed platform and special tools — no release into the environment.

Decontamination

Mechanical and chemical cleaning of the casing and core to a recyclable level.

ADR transport

Special transport of contaminated parts to a licensed facility.

Metal recycling

Copper and steel are recycled at licensed foundries, with certificates.

How
contaminated transformer dismantling works

From the first site visit to the recycling certificate — a transparent, documented process.

01

Site assessment

Inspection of the substation, dimensions, access, manufacturer data.

02

Oil analysis

PCB sample, ppm value, classification of the equipment as hazardous waste.

03

Planning and shutdown

Downtime plan, LOTO procedures, coordination with the power distributor.

04

Pumping and dismantling

Safe oil pumping, dismantling with a crane, packaging.

05

Decontamination

Cleaning of the casing and core, preparation for metal recycling.

06

Transport and certification

ADR transport, recycling at a licensed foundry, DKO forms and certificates.

Industries
we cover

Chemical and oil industry

Refineries, petrol stations, oil processing plants, petroleum product storage. ADR certification for work with hazardous classes.

Metallurgy

Foundries, rolling mills, metalworking shops. Removal of metal dust, grease, oil and corrosive deposits.

Energy

Thermal power plants, hydropower plants, boiler rooms, transformer substations. Work scheduled during planned shutdowns.

Automotive industry

Production plants, assembly lines, paint shops, service centres and machine shops.

Food industry

Dairies, bakeries, meat processors, breweries, confectioners. HACCP-compatible products that are safe for food contact.

Pharmaceutical industry

Plants producing medicines and medical devices. GMP-compliant processes, sterile standards.

5 reasons clients
choose BioClean by EZO Green

20 years of experience, cranes and special tools, complete documentation from dismantling to recycling.

Our own equipment

Cranes, sealed platforms, ADR vehicles — all in-house.

Experience up to 100 MVA

Dismantling of distribution and power transformers of all classes.

Metal recycling

Copper and steel go back into circulation through licensed foundries.

LOTO procedures

Safe work under strict isolation and power control.

Stockholm + Serbian regulations

All documentation for inspections — no exceptions.

Questions
we get most often

Does the whole transformer have to be removed, or just the oil?
If the transformer dates from before 1985 or the oil analysis is above 50 ppm, we recommend dismantling the entire unit — the casing, core and windings are contaminated too and must be decontaminated or disposed of as hazardous waste.
How long does transformer dismantling take?
Smaller distribution transformers (up to 1 MVA) are dismantled in 1–2 days. Large power transformers take 3–7 days, with cranes and special transport.
What happens to the transformer's metal?
After decontamination, the metal (copper and steel) is recycled at licensed foundries. The contaminated casing and core are disposed of as hazardous waste, or decontaminated where technically cost-effective.
What transport do you use for old transformers?
ADR-certified transport with special platform vehicles and box trailers that seal hermetically. Large transformers require a crane and an escort.
Do I get destruction documentation?
Yes — DKO forms, laboratory reports, destruction certificates and metal recycling certificates. Everything in line with the Stockholm Convention and the Serbian Rulebook on PCB handling.

Need an old transformer dismantled?

Free on-site technical assessment within 24h. Fixed prices with no hidden costs.

  • ✓ 20+ years of experience
  • ✓ Our own cranes and ADR vehicles
  • ✓ Copper and steel recycling
  • ✓ Complete documentation

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