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Student at Karnataka University, Dharwad

Location

Arsikere

Work experience

Internship trainee at JK Paper Ltd., Jan 2026 - Feb 2026 · 2 mos, Raygarh, Odisha, India, Completed implant training on a high-speed Fourdriner paper machine with DuoFormer technology. Observed and studied the stock preparation, sheet formation, vacuum dewatering, pressing, drying, and reel sections. Gained practical exposure to forming systems, vacuum systems, and machine operation parameters used for efficient paper production. Key Learnings / Responsibilities: • Studied the working of Fourdrinier forming section with DuoFormer • Observed sheet formation, drainage, and Z-direction control • Learned about vacuum systems, press section, and dryer operation • Understood process parameters affecting paper quality and machine speed • Observed machine control, maintenance practices, and safety procedures

Research methodology at West Coast Paper Mills, Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 · 3 mos, Description Completed a detailed technical study on “Liquid Ring Vacuum System vs Turbair Vacuum System” used in paper machine operations. The project focused on vacuum generation, energy efficiency, system design, separator calculations, operating liquid management, troubleshooting, and performance analysis in PM-3 and PM-6. Worked on: • Vacuum pump working and performance analysis • Energy consumption monitoring of vacuum systems • Pre-separator and discharge separator design calculations • Barometric drop leg calculations • Troubleshooting of liquid ring vacuum pumps • Study of RC and RT type Turbair vacuum systems • Comparison of conventional and modern vacuum technologies in paper mills Gained practical knowledge in paper machine vacuum applications, dewatering systems, airflow management, maintenance practices, and utility optimization in the pulp & paper industry.

Internship Trainee at West Coast Paper Mills, Aug 2025 - Sep 2025 · 2 mos, Industrial Training – West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WCPM), Dandeli • Completed intensive in-plant industrial training with exposure to complete pulp and paper manufacturing operations • Gained in-depth understanding of wood handling, cooking (Opti-C super batch digesters), brown stock washing, and oxygen delignification • Studied ECF bleaching sequence (DHT–EOP–DnD) and Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) plant operations • Observed chemical recovery cycle including evaporators, recovery boiler, causticizing, and rotary lime kiln • Acquired strong practical knowledge of power house operations: boilers, steam generation, turbines, water treatment, and utilities • Exposure to paper machine sections, wet-end chemistry, coating, and quality control testing • Developed ability to connect theoretical concepts with real-time mill operations, focusing on process efficiency and energy optimization

Education

Bsc pulp and paper science, Industrial Engineering, Karnataka University, Dharwad