SRI HARSHA VAKKANTULA

Results-driven Chemical Engineer with substantial experience in process improvement, project management, and regulatory compliance in the chemical manufacturing sector. Proven ability to increase production efficiency and reliability by effectively monitoring and controlling chemical processes, as well as successful collaboration with cross-functional teams on creative initiatives. Expertise in creating extensive process documentation and implementing safety standards to ensure environmental compliance and overall system performance. Committed to promoting continuous improvement and providing solutions that fulfill both operational and safety standards in complex production environments.

• Six Sigma Green Belt
• HAZCOM

1) Autothermal reforming of ethanol for hydrogen production developed a process for hydrogen production by integrating partial oxidation and steam reforming reactions, achieving a 15% increase in energy efficiency by balancing exothermic and endothermic reactions within a single system, using Aspen Plus

2) Hydrogen production from banana peel using dark fermentation, simulated hydrogen production from banana peel using SuperPro Designer, and optimizing process parameters to enhance yield. The project demonstrated a 25% increase in biohydrogen yield, offering a sustainable approach to agricultural waste utilization

3) Thermodynamic Analysis of a Raw Mill in the Cement Industry conducted a thermodynamic analysis of a raw mill using Aspen Plus, identifying key performance metrics like energy consumption and heat flow. Recommendations from the analysis led to a potential 10% reduction in energy losses, contributing to improved thermal efficiency