03 May, 2023

The objective of planning an industrial visit to IIFCO Kalol for chemical engineering sem-4 students is to provide practical exposure to real industrial operations, enhancing their understanding of processes, technologies, safety protocols, and environmental considerations in the chemical industry. By observing specific operations and equipment, students can bridge the gap between theory and practice, explore career prospects, interact with professionals, and gain inspiration for their studies. The visit aims to foster a holistic perspective on industrial operations, encouraging networking, knowledge exchange, and the application of theoretical concepts in real-world chemical engineering applications.

Key Features:

• Organizing Department: Chemical Engineering Department 
• Expert:  Mr. Sanjiv Kundra, IFFCO
• Date: 3rd May 2023 (09:00 am to 03:00 pm)
• Venue: IFFCO, Kalol, Kasturi Nagar, Gandhinagar, Gujarat – 382423
• No. of Participants:  63
• Event Coordinators: Dr. D R Gandhi and Dr. K R Gurjar

Lessons Learnt:

• Brief history of the industry
• Deep understanding of the manufacturing process of ammonia and Urea, including the raw materials used, reaction mechanisms, and key equipment involved in the synthesis
• Understood packaging process of urea, highlighting the packaging materials, methods, and quality control measures employed to ensure safe storage and transportation
• Gained knowledge about the various utilities used such as boilers, cooling towers, chilling plants, and reverse osmosis (RO) systems