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Updated 3 Feb 2025
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A Manager was asked 8mo ago
Q. How would you design a distillation column?
Ans. 

Designing a distillation column involves determining the number of trays, column diameter, reflux ratio, and feed location.

  • Consider the desired separation efficiency and product purity

  • Calculate the number of theoretical trays needed using McCabe-Thiele method

  • Select appropriate column diameter based on vapor and liquid flow rates

  • Determine the reflux ratio to achieve desired separation

  • Decide on the feed location for...

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A Senior Officer was asked
Q. How do you calculate LMTD?
Ans. 

LMTD is calculated using the formula (ΔT1 - ΔT2) / ln(ΔT1 / ΔT2)

  • Calculate the temperature differences between the hot and cold fluids at the inlet and outlet of the heat exchanger

  • Subtract the temperature difference of the cold fluid from the temperature difference of the hot fluid

  • Take the natural logarithm of the ratio of the two temperature differences

  • Divide the difference in temperature by the natural logarithm ...

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A Senior Officer was asked
Q. What is a permit system?
Ans. 

A permit system is a formal process for granting permission to perform a specific task or activity.

  • Permit systems are commonly used in industries such as construction, mining, and manufacturing to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Permits may be required for activities such as hot work, confined space entry, or working at heights.

  • The permit system typically involves a written document outlining the wor...

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A Maintenance Officer was asked
Q. How do you calculate the TR (Tons of Refrigeration) of a cooling tower?
Ans. 

Cooling tower TR calculation involves determining the amount of heat that can be removed by the cooling tower.

  • Determine the flow rate of water through the cooling tower

  • Measure the temperature of the water entering and leaving the cooling tower

  • Calculate the difference in temperature between the water entering and leaving the cooling tower

  • Use the formula TR = (500 x flow rate x delta T) / 12,000 to calculate the coo...

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A Maintenance Officer was asked
Q. What is the difference between a boiler and a thermopac, and what are their applications?
Ans. 

Boiler and thermopac are both heating systems, but differ in their working fluid and application.

  • Boiler uses water as the working fluid to produce steam, while thermopac uses a heat transfer fluid like oil or gas.

  • Boilers are commonly used in power plants and industrial processes, while thermopacs are used in industries like textiles, chemicals, and food processing.

  • Boilers are typically larger and more complex than...

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A Mechanical Maintenance Officer was asked
Q. What is the difference between a boiler and a thermopack?
Ans. 

Boiler is used to generate steam while thermopack uses thermal energy to heat a fluid.

  • Boiler produces high-pressure steam while thermopack heats a fluid at low pressure.

  • Boiler is used in power plants and industrial processes while thermopack is used in small-scale industries.

  • Boiler requires more maintenance and has a higher risk of explosion compared to thermopack.

  • Boiler uses water as a working fluid while thermop...

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A Mechanical Maintenance Officer was asked
Q. How much vacuum is possible, and why?
Ans. 

The maximum possible vacuum is determined by the pressure limit of the vacuum pump and the vapor pressure of the fluid being evacuated.

  • The maximum vacuum achievable is limited by the pressure limit of the vacuum pump.

  • The vapor pressure of the fluid being evacuated also limits the maximum vacuum.

  • Vacuum levels are typically measured in torr or millibar units.

  • The highest vacuum ever achieved in a laboratory is around...

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A Senior Officer was asked
Q. Can you describe your previous role and responsibilities?
Ans. 

The previous process involved a manual system for data entry and tracking.

  • Data was entered manually into spreadsheets

  • Tracking of progress was done through email communication

  • There was no automated system for generating reports

  • The process was time-consuming and prone to errors

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A Maintenance Engineer was asked
Q. What are the different types of pumps?
Ans. 

Pumps are devices used to move fluids from one place to another. There are different types of pumps based on their working principle.

  • Centrifugal pumps

  • Positive displacement pumps

  • Axial flow pumps

  • Mixed flow pumps

  • Jet pumps

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A Maintenance Engineer was asked
Q. What is the glass thickness of the MSGL reactor?
Ans. 

The glass thickness of msgl reactor varies depending on the manufacturer and model.

  • The glass thickness can range from 5mm to 20mm.

  • It is important to consult the manufacturer's specifications for the specific reactor in question.

  • Factors such as pressure and temperature can also affect the required glass thickness.

  • Regular inspections and maintenance should be conducted to ensure the integrity of the glass lining.

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Astec LifeSciences Interview Experiences

17 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About yourself Maintenance activities
  • Q2. Glasslined equipments
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self Introduction
  • Q2. Work profile in previous company
  • Ans. 

    Managed mechanical maintenance activities including equipment inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance in a manufacturing plant.

    • Led a team of technicians to ensure all machinery was running efficiently

    • Performed regular inspections to identify and address potential issues before they caused downtime

    • Coordinated with production team to schedule maintenance activities during downtime

    • Implemented new maintenance proc...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Reason for leaving job
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities

    • Desire for career advancement

    • Looking for a more challenging role

    • Seeking new learning opportunities

    • Relocation to a different city

    • Company downsizing or restructuring

    • Better work-life balance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Salary discussed

ITI Fitter Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 3 Feb 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Mechanical seal mesuerment
  • Q2. Par miter

Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 8 Oct 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your achievements?
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully led a team to exceed sales targets by 20% for three consecutive quarters.

    • Led a team to exceed sales targets by 20% for three consecutive quarters

    • Implemented new sales strategies resulting in increased revenue

    • Received recognition for outstanding performance from senior management

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Design distillation column?
  • Ans. 

    Designing a distillation column involves determining the number of trays, column diameter, reflux ratio, and feed location.

    • Consider the desired separation efficiency and product purity

    • Calculate the number of theoretical trays needed using McCabe-Thiele method

    • Select appropriate column diameter based on vapor and liquid flow rates

    • Determine the reflux ratio to achieve desired separation

    • Decide on the feed location for opti...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

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EHS Executive Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 22 May 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - good company

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to experience technical Questions like recruiting for Technical General manager
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical Interview for production department

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If your not local and good at your company Do not join this company. Because increment only for chatu person

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Work Experience family background and Educational background
  • Q2. Company culture and CTC Discussion
Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Ask about Your Daily routine And Job profile and Your Role In organisation
  • Q2. How To calculate Cooling Tower TR And Efficiency of Boiler Chilling Plant Compressors types And Capacity.. Anf details explain and Principal
  • Ans. 

    Calculating cooling tower TR, boiler efficiency, and types and capacity of chilling plant compressors.

    • Cooling tower TR can be calculated using the formula: TR = (500 x GPM x Delta T)/12000

    • Boiler efficiency can be calculated using the formula: Efficiency = (Output/Input) x 100

    • Types of compressors include reciprocating, rotary screw, centrifugal, and scroll.

    • Capacity of compressors is measured in tons of refrigeration (TR...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Utility Explain Types oF Boiler Your Chilling plant is capable how to calculate Colour coding in industry Schedule And Preventive Maintenance Explain
  • Ans. 

    Answering questions related to Maintenance Engineer interview.

    • Types of boilers include fire tube, water tube, and electric boilers.

    • Chilling plant capacity can be calculated by multiplying the flow rate by the temperature difference.

    • Colour coding in industry is used to identify pipes, wires, and equipment based on their function or contents.

    • Schedule maintenance is planned maintenance that is performed at regular interva...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Document work GLR types and Thinkness Test Agitator types And calculations And Vaccume calculation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please Study Utility section like cooling tower types efficiency and evaporation rate And Coc and blowdown study as similar chilling plant and brine plant pipe size calculation
Boiler study...

Officer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Mar 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All about salary and experience
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All about the plant
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self, previous experience, current job role
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Current CTC ,and expected CTC,why should we hire you

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Astec LifeSciences Electrical Maintenance Engineer interview:
  • Transformers
  • Motos
  • VFD
  • Breakers
  • Billing
  • Chillers
  • Boiler
  • Compressors
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jun 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic questions of engineering

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Details about chemicals and process
  • Q2. Details of HAZOP study
  • Q3. What is permit system
  • Ans. 

    A permit system is a formal process for granting permission to perform a specific task or activity.

    • Permit systems are commonly used in industries such as construction, mining, and manufacturing to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

    • Permits may be required for activities such as hot work, confined space entry, or working at heights.

    • The permit system typically involves a written document outlining the work to ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to calculate LMTD
  • Ans. 

    LMTD is calculated using the formula (ΔT1 - ΔT2) / ln(ΔT1 / ΔT2)

    • Calculate the temperature differences between the hot and cold fluids at the inlet and outlet of the heat exchanger

    • Subtract the temperature difference of the cold fluid from the temperature difference of the hot fluid

    • Take the natural logarithm of the ratio of the two temperature differences

    • Divide the difference in temperature by the natural logarithm value...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Calculation of cooling tower
  • Ans. 

    Cooling tower calculation involves determining the heat load, water flow rate, and cooling tower efficiency.

    • Calculate heat load by determining the difference in temperature between the hot water entering and the cooled water exiting the tower.

    • Determine water flow rate based on the heat load and the specific heat capacity of water.

    • Calculate cooling tower efficiency by comparing the actual heat rejected to the maximum po...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study about basic engineering terms and study of detail chemical process of current company.
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is MSGL Reactor, ANFD, Atmospheric Distillation and vaccum Distillation, Herbicide and intermediate Product, Chlorination
  • Ans. 

    MSGL Reactor, ANFD, Atmospheric and Vacuum Distillation, Herbicide and Intermediate Product, Chlorination are all related to chemical production processes.

    • MSGL Reactor is a type of reactor used in chemical production.

    • ANFD stands for Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryer, which is used for filtration and drying of chemical products.

    • Atmospheric Distillation is a process used to separate crude oil into different components based ...

  • Answered by AI

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Astec LifeSciences interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Astec LifeSciences interview process are Technical, HR and Resume Shortlist.
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Some of the top questions asked at the Astec LifeSciences interview -

  1. Utility Explain Types oF Boiler Your Chilling plant is capable how to calcula...read more
  2. How To calculate Cooling Tower TR And Efficiency of Boiler Chilling Plant Comp...read more
  3. what is MSGL Reactor, ANFD, Atmospheric Distillation and vaccum Distillation, H...read more
What are the most common questions asked in Astec LifeSciences HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in Astec LifeSciences interview are -

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  2. What is your family backgrou...read more
  3. Where do you see yourself in 5 yea...read more

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