INTERNSHIP REPORT
AT FMC CHEMINOVA INDIA LTD., PANOLI, GUJARAT
SHRI S’AD VIDYA MANDAL INSTITUTE
OF TECHNOLOGY, BHARUCH
Prepared by:- Tushar Dharmeshbhai Patel
Enrollment number:- 210450105024
Subject:- Internship at FMC Cheminova India
Limited
Subject code:- 3180501
Internal Guide:- Dr. Pritam Patil
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Introduction to Company Profile
Products and Application
Raw Materials
Chemical Reaction
Block Flow Diagram
Process Flow Diagram and Description
Problem Identification
Plant Utilities
CONTENTS Industrial Safety Protocols
Conclusion
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INTRODUCTION TO COMPANY PROFILE
Godrej industries Limited was incorporated on 7th March, 1988 as Gujarat-Godrej
Innovative Chemical Limited.
About 1069 employees works at Godrej Industries Limited, Valia. Which is
acquired in1990 and spread across the 140 acres.
They provides manufacturing facilities of:
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FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company
that was established in India in the early 2000s.
The company set up two manufacturing facilities in Panoli, Gujarat, which
produce intermediates and active ingredients for crop protection.
FMC Cheminova is a part of FMC Corporation, which
bought another company called Cheminova in 2015.
FMC Cheminova mainly focuses on Agrochemicals.
The company is famous for its advanced farming
chemicals, and eco-friendly solutions.
In 2021, FMC India's Panoli site installed two rainwater harvesting plants
to enhance self-reliance and sustainability.
The same year, FMC Corporation started harnessing solar energy at its
second manufacturing facility at the Panoli Industrial Estate in Gujarat.
In 2022, FMC India launched a new research-based insecticide called
Corprima to support tomato and okra farmers across the country.
Products & Application
The company mfg. Products are:
Insecticides,
Fungicides,
Herbicide,
Crop nutrition &
Bio Solution, etc.
The company follows strict rules to ensure its products are
safe and meet high quality standards.
Insecticide Fungicides Herbicides Crop
s Nutrition
Prevent and Control weeds Improve soil
Protect crop treat crop in fields health and
from diseases boost crop
harmful growth
inscets.
Fluindapyr
Structure:-
Fluindapyr – A novel fungicide
from the SDHI (Succinate
Dehydrogenase Inhibitor) class.
Mode of Action – Inhibits fungal
respiration, controlling diseases
like leaf spot and rust.
Usage – Applied in agriculture for
crops like soybeans, wheat, and
fruits.
Raw Materials
Heptane – Used as a solvent to dissolve reactants
DMF (Dimethyl formamide) –Act as catalyst in reaction.
DFPA(3,3-Difluoropropanoic Acid) – Key precursor in the
synthesis.
T.C (Thionyl Chloride) – Converts carboxylic acid to acid
chloride.
IAS (Indanamine Sulphate) – Main reactant that forms the
amide bond
NaOH lye solution – Neutralizes acid by products
Chemical Reaction
This is Acid Chloride Formation Reaction.
It is exothermic reaction.
Heptane is used as solvent to mix the reactant properly.
Pyrazole-COOH + SOCl2 DMF Pyrazole-COCL
(PACL) + SO2 + HCl
PACL + IAS + NaOH Fluindapyr + HCl
BLOCK FLOW DIAGRAM
OF
FLUINDAPYR
HCL SO2
HEPTANE PREPARATION HEPTANE
PYRAZOLE ACID FORMULATION
OF PYRAZOLE PACL
DMF OF
THIONYL ACID CLORIDE- INDANAMINE
CHLORIDE FLUINDAPYR
PACL 5% CAUSTIC
HCL
VACUUM FILTRATION, AQUEOUS
DRYING WASHING ETP/MEE
ORGANIC CONTENT
PACKING HEPTANE
FOR RECOVERY AND
RECOVERY
WASHING
FLUINDAPYR RESIDUE FOR
INCENERATION
Process Flow Diagram
Process Description
PACL preparation (Batch operation)
Cycle time : 22hrs
Heptane charging in reactor
Charging DFPA and DMF (catalyst)
Addition of T.C in reactor
Sampling for quality check
Heptane recovery for solvent reuse
FLP formation
Cycle time : 38 hrs
Heptane charging in reactor
Addition of IAS, PACL, NaOH in reactor
Reaction monitoring controlled temperature, pressure and mixing.
Filtration and drying to remove impurities.
Final packing
The manufacturing process follows a batch processing system with carefully
monitored parameters to ensure consistent product quality. The steps include:
1. Raw Material Preparation – DFPA, NaOH, Heptane, and other chemicals are weighed
and charged.
2. Reaction Phase – The key reaction occurs in reactors (R-1201, R-1202B) with
controlled temperature and pH.
3. Separation and Filtration – After reaction, the product undergoes phase separation
and filtration in ANF 1201B.
4. Drying – The wet cake is transferred to the RVD (Rotary Vacuum Dryer) to achieve
the final moisture specifications.
5. Final Product – The dried Fluindapyr powder (<0.2% H₂O, pH <8) is collected and
packaged.
Fluindapyr synthesis involves multiple stages, including reaction, extraction,
filtration, drying, and packaging. The raw materials undergo controlled reactions in
reactors, followed by separation and drying processes to yield a high-purity final
product. The literature highlights that optimized reaction conditions and efficient
solvent recovery methods significantly improve yield and product quality.
Problem Identification
1) In Reactor :-
Issue: The ejector system removes byproduct gases but also carries
heptane vapor.
Root Cause: High vacuum pressure (750 mmHg) pulls heptane vapor.
Effect: Increased solvent loss, higher operational costs.
The main N2 line gets split into 3 lines GF, FF, and SF, and distributed
differently according to the vessel type and requirements.
I have to make an N2 consumption model so that the plant can solve the
problem of getting reduced pressure at some instants, in short, I have
to find and optimize the N2 consumption for the process.
Solution: Reduced vacuum pressure from 750 mmHg to 660
mmHg.
Impact:
- Lower heptane vapor entrainment.
- Improved solvent recovery.
- Reduced economic and environmental losses.
2) In ANF :-
Issue: Nitrogen pressure was used to push heptane, but it also carried
heptane vapors.
Root Cause: Excessive N₂ flow causing solvent loss.
Effect: Reduced heptane recovery efficiency.
Solution: Replaced nitrogen-assisted recovery with vacuum pressure-based
recovery.
Impact:
- Minimized heptane vapor loss.
- Increased recovery efficiency.
- Lower nitrogen consumption, reducing operational costs.
Results & Discussion
Parameter Before After Optimization Improvement
Optimization
Heptane Recovery 85% 93% ↑ 8%
in R1201
Heptane Recovery 78% 90% ↑ 12%
in ANF
Overall Solvent High Reduced Significant Cost
Loss Reduction Savings
Plant Utilities
Utility Purpose Application
Steam system Provide heat for Heating reactor
processes
Cooling system Maintain process Cooling reactor
temperature
Nitrogen system Inert gas for blanketing Prevent oxidation,
and purging explosion risk, protect
product quality
Water supply system Provides process water Used in reaction, cooling,
cleaning
Instrument air system Provide clean dry air for Control valves,
instruments automation and safety
system
Chill water system Provide low temperature Used in temperature
Industrial Safety Protocols
Basic Rule To Be Followed
No smoking
No electronic items allowed in the
industry without special permission
Photography is strictly prohibited.
Personal protective equipment’s (PPE) are
compulsory.
Only walk on the showed footpath.
Watch out for big vehicles in the blind
spot convex mirrors. Let them pass and
then cross the road.
Speed limit 10km/hr.
Do not enter in restricted area.
Fire extinguisher :-
Personal Protective Equipments :-
Personal protective equipment, commonly
referred to as "PPE", is equipment worn to
minimize exposure to hazards that cause
serious workplace injuries and illnesses.
These injuries and illnesses may result from
contact with chemical, radiological, physical,
electrical, mechanical, or other workplace
hazards. Personal protective equipment may
include items such as gloves, safety glasses
and shoes, earplugs or muffs, hard hats,
respirators, or coveralls, vests and full body
suits
Conclusion
Key Findings:
- Heptane loss was minimized through process optimizations.
- Reactor (R1201) and ANF optimizations improved solvent recovery.
Benefits:
- Increased efficiency, cost savings, and reduced environmental
impact.
Future Recommendations:
- Further fine-tuning of vacuum pressure.
- Exploring alternative solvents with lower volatility.
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