Ranganathan has over 40 years of experience in project management, maintenance, and technical consultancy for corrosion proof chemical manufacturing and applications. He has expertise in planning and executing projects, maintenance management, and providing consultancy for corrosion proof tanks and vessels. Currently, he works as a consultant for two companies, providing guidance on manufacturing corrosion proof cements and equipment, procurement, and site execution.

1. RANGANATHAN.R
Old No:91,New No:22,Iyyengar
Street, Kumbakonam-612001,Thanjavur(Dt),Tamilnadu
Mobile:+91 – 9840050173 E-mail:ranganathan@gmail.com
PROJECT MANAGEMENT  MAINTENANCE  TECHNICAL CONSULTANCY
(CORROSION PROOF CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING AND APPLICATION)
40+ years of rich experience in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments
PROFILE
 Highly accomplished and versatile professional with proven ability in project management, project planning, site supervision,
monitoring and execution of projects without incidences of time/cost overruns across corrosion proof chemical manufacturing
and application industry and its implementation across Pharma , Paper , other relevant chemical industries, Manufacturing &
Site erection of Chemical Equipments from Thermo Plastics & Thermo setting Plastics
 Established performance benchmarks in systematizing maintenance function with implementation of predictive, planned, &
preventive maintenance practices to maximize functional availability of equipments. Deft in planning, and management of
inventory of critical spares to manage maintenance calls expeditiously.
 Expertise in providing consultancy as well as providing one time support / repair as well as executing maintenance contracts for
corrosion proof tanks and vessels.
 Adept in examining existing manufacturing methods in order to identify improvements and sol ving technical and processing
problems. Proven expertise in conceptualizing, planning, steering and guiding modernization projects/activities and leading new
product development initiatives to evolve technological solutions and build strong base of patented products.
 Proactive and industrious having a comprehensive exposure of both collaborative and process optimization approach. Possesses
rich qualitative engineering competencies in managing continuous improvement initiatives and new product development.
Strengths in structuring operational budget and instituting internal controls to contain expenses within decided parameters.
 Thrive in a deadline intensive environment, multi -task, perform under pressure and meet deadlines. Suave and pragmatic with
excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Competent to work in highly diverse environments with people from varied
backgrounds.
PROFESSIONAL VALUE OFFERED
Project Management Planning & Scheduling Statutory Compliance
Maintenance Management
Troubleshooting Operations Management Energy Audits
SHE/Safety Management
Material Management Spares Management Data Analysis
Analytical & Diagnostic Skills
Cross Functional Coordination Cost Estimation Crisis Management
Training & Development
PERFORMANCE MILESTONES
 Expert in the field of various Acid/Alkali/Solvent Proof Cements and experienced in Manufacture of Chemical Equipments
including Tanks, Pressure vessels, Ducts, Exhaust systems, Pipes(Including Filament winding) from Industrial Plastics.
Commisioned an Unit taking care of Procurement machineries.
 Experienced in site execution of Acid/Alkali Proof tile lining, Erection of Tanks, Pipe lines etc from Industrial Plastics and carried
out maintenance contract in both fields on Annual contract basis in Chemical Industries, Pharmaceuticals industry
CAREER PROGRESSION
 Presently performing as Consultant for Manufacture of Corrosion Proof Cements/Equipments with two companies and
providing guidance in Procurement of Raw materials, manufacturing & site execution while providing suggestion regarding
selection of correct cement/Plastics for various Corrosive Chemicals .
COROSYNTH Services Pvt Ltd from 1981 to 2006 & Corosynth from 2006 to 2012
1981-2012 Business Head April 2006 – February 2012
Director 1981-Mar’2006

2.  Steer consistent efforts towards expansion and modernization of plants, de-bottlenecking to enhance plant capacities & product
quality, process optimization etc.
 Overal l ownership for implementation of Energy/Resource conservation measures, inventory control & monitoring of
maintenance expenses.
 Accountable for Technical Services – Root Cause Analysis & Condition Monitoring.
 Effectively liaise with Research and Academic Institutions including Consultants and Technology providers
 Formulate detailed budget for commissioning project, plan schedule of activities, and mobilize resources - materials and
manpower for successful execution.
 Systematically get prepared and maintain documents specially Test Certificates, Drawings & Manuals for completion of project.
 Devised effective strategies for preserving and updating Drawings and manuals for entire chemical complex.
 Ensure fixation of suitable/experienced Vendors for various Annual Maintenance contracts of systems/equipments and
recommended spares by various equipment manufactures/suppliers.
 Strategize and initiate plan for inspection, shutdown jobs preparation & execution, Breakdown analysis & action plans and
preparation of annual maintenance plans.
 Apply expertise in studying and identifying of suitable skilled manpower for maintenance of plant, in stand equipment/spares
for maintenance.
 Coordinated with vendors for quotations and inquiries for the equipment/items related to the project.
 Guide, control and motivate a team of engineers/support staff to achieve maximum productivity levels.
 Handle overall responsibility for predictive, preventive, breakdown & planned maintenance of complete plant.
 Ensure adherence to Safety standards in all functional areas and implementing measures for enhancing safety levels.
ROPLAS (INDIA) PVT LTD
October 1980-March 1981
Project Executive
COROMANDEL PRODORITE PVT LTD
October 1977 – October 1980
Production Superintendent
CHEMICAL PROCESS EQUIPMENTS PVT LTD
April’ 1968 – October 1977
Production Manager
EDUCATION
BE – Mechanical Engineering
Madras University, Chennai, in the year 1968
Date of Birth: 7th Oct’ 1944 References : Furnished upon request