Chetan Sahu

Aarti Industries Ltd

9 2018 - Current

Spearheaded the establishment of a Process Engineering Lab for generating scale-up data across various unit operations, including Distillation, Filtration, Reaction mixing, Reaction Kinetics, and melt crystallization.
Led data generation for scaling up processes involving VLE, SPDU, Filtration Data, Mixing systems
Evaluation and procurement of advanced equipment for lab processes, ensuring optimized performance and adherence to industry standards
knowledge of PSSR, HIRA, ERA etc and have translated into the operations
Conducted chemical reaction hazard assessments and generated safety data using Reaction calorimetry and thermal stability analysis
Gained hands-on expertise with thermal stability testing using instruments such as DSC, TSU, ARC, and Vent Size Package (VSP2)
Authored detailed Process Safety Reports with optimized recommendations to enhance project safety and operational efficiency.
Successfully converted batch chemical processes into continuous flow chemistry setups, demonstrating significant improvements in efficiency and safety.
Delivered two successful project conversions using flow chemistry, including high-risk reactions like nitration and Hydrolysis.
Proficient in operating a range of flow reactors, including AMAR-2, AMAR-3, Pinch Tube, AFR, and Vapourtec.

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