15 February, 2025

A one-day workshop titled “MASTERCLASS ON PROCESS EQUIPMENT DESIGN | PUMPS | VALVES | BLOWERS | COMPRESSORS” was organized under the banner of the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE) Student Chapter VGEC, in collaboration with the Placement Cell of the Chemical Engineering Department, VGEC, on 15th February 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at VGEC Chandkheda.

Undergraduate Chemical Engineering students from Ahmedabad and nearby institutes actively participated in the workshop. The event was designed to provide practical insights into process equipment design related to fluid transportation systems, aiming to enhance students' technical knowledge and industry readiness.

Key Features:

• Organizing Department: IIChE Student Chapter & Placement Cell of the Chemical Engineering Department 
• Expert Name: Prof. S. B. Thakore, Associate Professor, Chemical Engineering Department, Chandkheda
• Duration: 15th February 2025 (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
• Venue: Homi Bhabha  Seminar Hall - J-205
• No. of Participants: 77
• Mode: Offline
• Event Coordinator: Prof. Z. Z. Painter and Dr. U. P. Christian
  • Gain an understanding of the key procedures involved in the process design of pumps, valves, blowers, and compressors.

Discussion Points

• Learn the detailed selection criteria for different types of valves.
• Develop familiarity with comprehensive specification sheets for these equipment.
• Explore industry norms and practical applications through hands-on exercises based on industrial case studies.

Words from the Expert

“To excel in their careers as process engineers, students must read and comprehend standard textbooks and reference books on process equipment design. Software should serve as a tool, not their sole source of knowledge and support”