Dr.Ravindra Vilas Indubai Gadhave
Thane, Mumbai
Summary
I am a Polymer Scientist and Researcher bringing along 13+ years of experience in Research & Development. Strong background and deep interest in synthesis, formulations, design, and development based on project requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head-R&D
Superbond Adhesives Private Limited
Thane
12.2023 - Current
Responsibilities:
- Development and upgradation of PVAc, PVAc copolymer-based wood/carpentry adhesives.
- Development of premium, economic, and popular grade wood/carpentry adhesives.
- Development of D3 grade (IFT certified) lamination and wood to wood bonding adhesives
- Development of hot melt adhesives based on EVA for the Joinery segment.
- Development of Dry and Wet lamination adhesives.
- Development of polychloroprene dispersion-based upholstery adhesives.
- Development of aerosol-type, multi-substrate bonding adhesive.
- Development, upgradation, and cost reduction of Polychloroprene and SBS-type adhesives.
- Development of sustainable paper adhesives.
- Development and upgrading of water-based adhesives for paper packaging industries.
- Development of Moisture-curing polyurethane wood adhesive.
- Development of hot melt adhesives for packaging industries.
- Working on Cyano acrylates, Flooring adhesive, Hybrid (MS) adhesives and sealants.
- Currently working on bio-degradable water-based and hot-melt adhesive.
R&D -Assistant Group Manager
Asian Paints Limited
Turbhe, Mumbai
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Development and up-gradation of PVAc wood adhesives (Brand Trugrip).
- Development of vinyl acetate copolymers for water and heat-resistant wood adhesive.
- Development of wallpaper adhesive.
- Development and upgradation of VAE-type adhesive for PVC and acrylic sheets.
- Development and upgradation of solvent-based, heat-resistant Polychloroprene adhesives.
- Worked on finalizing the application SOP of water-based wood adhesives.
Assistant Professor
Institute of chemical technology
Mumbai
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Took laboratory practical and lecture of undergraduate students.
Head- R&D (Emulsions & PCR Adhesives )
Superbond Adhesives Private Limited
Thane
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Responsibilities, Development, and upgradation of PVAc wood adhesives.
- Development of vinyl acetate copolymers for adhesive applications.
- Development of Dry and Wet lamination adhesives.
- Development of PSA for BOPP tape adhesive.
- Development of polychloroprene dispersion-based upholstery adhesives.
- Development and upgradation of Polychloroprene and SBS type adhesives.
- Development of sustainable paper adhesives.
Manager-Fevicol Division
Pidilite industries Limited
Mumbai
08.2011 - 09.2021
- Development and upgrading of products.
- Worked on Fevicol and other wood adhesive.
- Worked on core-shell acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive.
- Worked on gluestick based on polyvinylpyrrolidone, polyurethane dispersion, and biopolymers.
- Worked on acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives for flooring.
- Worked on pressure-sensitive adhesives for textile applications.
- Worked on D3-D4 wood adhesive.
- Worked on polyurethane dispersion, ethylene vinyl acetate dispersion-based 3D lamination adhesive.
- Worked on polychloroprene-based adhesive system.
- Worked on solvent-based adhesives.
- Worked on biopolymer-based adhesives.
- Worked on developmental and upgradation work of moisture-curing polyurethane wood adhesives.
- Worked on water-based acrylic sealant.
- Worked on polyurethane sealant.
- Worked on silicone- and silane-terminated polyurethane-based sealant.
- Worked on HVAC adhesives and coatings.
- Worked on water-based tile adhesive.
- Responsible for product development in two-component acrylic polyurethane, two-component Alkyd polyurethane-based wood coatings.
- Development and product standardization of polyester putty for automotive and general repair.
- Worked on wood strainers, cleaner.
- Handling presales activities like line study, presentation at production end.
- Troubleshooting and problem solving from ideal process deviation.
- Customizing new product and conducting demonstration at customer's end.
- New raw material Testing & Evaluations.
- Support plant setup activity for execution of new product.
In-Plant Training
Asian PPG
Mumbai
05.2010 - 08.2010
- 6 weeks of In-Plant Training in Asian PPG, Bhandup, under the guidance of Mr. Milind Ansurkar successfully completed a project on 'High Solid Color Bank'.
Education
Ph.D. - Surface Coating Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
Mumbai, India03-2020
B.Tech - Surface Coating Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
Mumbai, India06.2011
H.S.C - Science Education
R.K.T. College
Ulhasnagar, India06.2007
S.S.C -
N.R.C School
Kalyan, India06-2005
Skills
- Computer skills: - MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint Operating Systems: Windows 98, Windows XP, Windows 7
- Tools: Scifinder, Matlab
- Skills: DSC, TGA, GC, HPLC, FTIR, DMA, tensiometer, particle size analyzer, zeta-sizer and UTM
Accomplishments
1. Gadhave, R. V., Kasbe, P. S., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2018). To study the effect of boric acid modification on starch–polyvinyl alcohol blend wood adhesive. Journal of the Indian Academy of Wood Science.
2. Gadhave, R. V., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2019). Effect of vinyl silane modification on thermal and mechanical properties of starch-polyvinyl alcohol blend. Designed Monomers and Polymers, 22(1), 159–163.
3. Gadhave, R. V., Sanjiv Kasbe, P., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2019). Synthesis and characterization of lignin-polyurethane based wood adhesive. International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, 102427.
4. Gadhave, R. V., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2019). Effect of glutaraldehyde on thermal and mechanical properties of starch and polyvinyl alcohol blends. Designed Monomers and Polymers, 22(1), 164–170.
5. Gadhave, R. V., Mahanwar, P. A., Gadekar, P. T., & Kasbe, P. S. (2019). A study on the effect of starch–polyvinyl alcohol blends by addition of citric acid and boric acid for enhancement in performance properties of polyvinyl acetate-based wood adhesive. Journal of the Indian Academy of Wood Science, 17(1), 9–20.
6. Gadhave, R. V., S.K., V., Dhawale, P. V., & Gadekar, P. T. (2020). Effect of boric acid on poly vinyl alcohol- tannin blend and its application as water-based wood adhesive. Designed Monomers and Polymers, 23(1), 188–196.
7. Gadhave, R. V., S. K., V., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2020). Effect of addition of boric acid on thermo-mechanical properties of microcrystalline cellulose/polyvinyl alcohol blend and applicability as wood adhesive. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 35(10), 1072–1086.
8. Gadhave, R. V., Mahanwar, P. A., and Gadekar, P. T. (2019). Cross-linking of polyvinyl alcohol/starch blends by epoxy silane for improvement in thermal and mechanical properties, BioRes. 14(2), 3833-3843.
9. R V. Gadhave, S. K. Vineeth, P. T. Gadekar, Cross-linking of polyvinyl alcohol/starch blends by glutaraldehyde sodium bisulfite for improvement in thermal and mechanical properties, Journal of Materials and Environmental Science, 11(5) (2020) 704-712.
10. Vineeth, S.K.; Gadhave, R.V.; Gadekar, P.T. Glyoxal cross-linked polyvinyl alcohol/microcrystalline cellulose blend as wood adhesive with enhanced mechanical, thermal and performance properties. Materials International 2020, 2, 0277-0285.
11. Vineeth, S. K., Gadhave, R. V., & Gadekar, P. T. (2021). Investigation of crosslinking ability of sodium metabisulphite with polyvinyl alcohol–corn starch blend and its applicability as wood adhesive. Indian Chemical Engineer, 1–11.
12. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2019) Study on Various Compositions of Polyvinyl Alcohol and Starch Blends by Cross-Linking with Glyoxal. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 9, 76-85.
13. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2019) Study of Cross-Linking between Boric Acid and Different Types of Polyvinyl Alcohol Adhesive. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 9,16-26.
14. Vineeth, S.K., Gadhave, R.V. & Gadekar, P.T. Polyvinyl alcohol–cellulose blend wood adhesive modified by citric acid and its effect on physical, thermal, mechanical and performance properties. Polym. Bull. (2022).
15. Aarti P More, Ravindra V. Gadhave; Phase change material - Efficient way of saving of energy, PaintIndia, Vol. LXII, No. 10, Oct 2012, Page no. 64-70.
16. Udmale, V., Mishra, D., Gadhave, R., Pinjare, D., & Yamgar, R. (2013). Development Trends in Conductive Nano-Composites for Radiation Shielding. Oriental Journal of Chemistry, 29(03), 927–936.
17. Shrray Srivastava, Ravindra Gadhave; Recent developments in Inorganic polymers: A Review with focus on Si-Al based inorganic polymers (2015), Oriental Journal of Chemistry, Vol. 31, No. (4).
18. Ravindra V. Gadhave, RAFT in living radical emulsion polymerization: What makes it different ?, PaintIndia, Vol. LXVI, N O 11(11/2016).
19. V. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2017) Starch-Based Adhesives for Wood/Wood Composite Bonding: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 7, 19-32.
20. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2017) Bio-Renewable Sources for Synthesis of Eco-Friendly Polyurethane Adhesives—Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 7, 57-75.
21. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2017) Factor Affecting Gel Time/Processability of Urea Formaldehyde Resin Based Wood Adhesives. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 7, 33-42.
22. Ravindra V. Gadhave, Pradnya P. Rane, Plasticizer: Need for emulsion polymer-based coating, adhesive & sealant, PaintIndia, Vol. LXVII, No 1(01/2017).
23. Ravindra V. Gadhave, Prakash A. Mahanwar and Pradeep T. Gadekar, Starch based polyurethane foam-Review, PaintIndia, 10/2018.
24. Gadhave, R. V., Mahanwar, P. A., & Gadekar, P. T. (2018). Starch Stabilized Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion: Review. Polymers from Renewable Resources, 9(2), 75–84.
25. Gadhave, R., Das, A., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2018) Starch Based Bio-Plastics: The Future of Sustainable Packaging. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 8, 21-33.
26. Gadhave, R., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2018) Lignin-Polyurethane Based Biodegradable Foam. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 8, 1-10.
27. Gadhave, R., Srivastava, S., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2019) Lignin: Renewable Raw Material for Adhesive. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 9, 27-38.
28. Gadhave, R., Shetty, P., Mahanwar, P., Gadekar, P. and Desai, B. (2019) Silane Modification of Starch-Based Wood Adhesive: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 9, 53-62.
29. Gadhave, R., Srivastava, S., Mahanwar, P. and Gadekar, P. (2019) Recycling and Disposal Methods for Polyurethane Wastes: A Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 9, 39- 51.
30. S. K. Vineeth, R. V Gadhave, and P. T. Gadekar, Nanocellulose Applications in Wood Adhesives -Review (2019), Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, vol. 9, no. 4, pp. 63–75.
31. K. Vineeth, R. V Gadhave, and P. T. Gadekar, Chemical Modification of Nanocellulose in Wood Adhesive: Review (2019), Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, vol. 9, no. 4, pp. 86–99.
32. Dhawale, P., Vineeth, S., Gadhave, R. and Mahanwar, P. (2021) Cellulose Stabilized Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion: Review. Open Journal of Organic Polymer Materials, 11, 51-66.
33. Gadhave, R., Vineeth, S. and Gadekar, P. (2020) Polymers and Polymeric Materials in COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 10, 66-75.
34. Vineeth, S. and Gadhave, R. (2020) Sustainable Raw Materials in Hot Melt Adhesives: A Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 10, 49-65.
35. Gadhave, R., Gadhave, C. and Dhawale, P. (2021) Silane Terminated Prepolymers: An Alternative to Silicones and Polyurethanes. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 11, 31-54.
36. Gadhave, R., Dhawale, P. and Sorate, C. (2021) Surface Modification of Cellulose with Silanes for Adhesive Application: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 11, 11-30.
37. Gadhave, R. and Dhawale, P. (2022) State of Research and Trends in the Development of Polyvinyl Acetate-Based Wood Adhesive. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 12, 13-42.
38. Dhawale PV, Vineeth SK, Gadhave RV et al (2022) Tannin as a renewable raw material for adhesive applications: a review. Mater Adv 3:3365–3388.
39. Gadhave, R., Gadhave, C. and Dhawale, P. (2022) Plastic-Free Bioactive Paper Coatings, Way to Next-Generation Sustainable Paper Packaging Application: A Review. Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 12, 9-27.
40. Gadhave, R. and Gadhave, C. (2022) Adhesives for the Paper Packaging Industry: An Overview. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 12, 55-79.
41. Gadhave, R. and Gadhave, C. (2022) Application of Thermally Expandable Microspheres in Adhesives: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 12, 80-92.
42. Gadhave, R. (2022) Starch Grafted Water Resistant Polyvinyl Acetate-Based Wood Adhesive: A Review. Open Journal of Organic Polymer Materials, 12, 17-30.
43. Gadhave, R. (2022) Lactic Acid-Sustainable Raw Material for Biodegradable Hot Melt Adhesive: Review. Open Journal of Organic Polymer Materials, 12, 31-45.
44. Vineeth, S.K., Gadhave, R.V. & Gadekar, P.T. Polyvinyl alcohol–cellulose blend wood adhesive modified by citric acid and its effect on physical, thermal, mechanical and performance properties. Polym. Bull. (2022).
45. Gadhave, R. (2022) Importance of Dynamic Mechanical Analysis to Predict Performance of the Polyvinyl Acetate Wood Adhesives in Summer Season. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 12, 93-100.
46. Gadhave, R.V., Vineeth, S.K. Synthesis and characterization of starch stabilized polyvinyl acetate-acrylic acid copolymer-based wood adhesive. Polym. Bull. (2022).
47. Gadhave, R. and Vineeth, S. (2023) Synthesis of Microcrystalline Cellulose—Polyvinyl Alcohol Stabilized Polyvinyl Acetate Emulsion. Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 13, 23-33.
48. Gadhave, R. (2023) Comparative Study of Effect of Addition of Calcium Carbonate and Clay on the Performance Properties of Polyvinyl Acetate Wood Glue. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 13, 1-13.
49. Ravindra Vilas Gadhave. (2023) Synthesis and characterization of starch-stabilized polyvinyl acetate-N-methylol acrylamide polymer-based wood adhesive. Journal of the Indian Academy of Wood Science 20:1, pages 51-61
50. Dhawale, P., Gadhave, S. and Gadhave, R. (2023) Environmentally Friendly Chitosan-Based Wood/Wood Composite Adhesive: Review. Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 13, 237-253.
51. Gadhave, R.V., Vineeth, S.K. Synthesis and characterization of xanthan gum stabilized polyvinyl acetate-based wood adhesive. Polym. Bull. 81, 7423–7440 (2024)..
52. Lodh, F.P. and Gadhave, R.V.I. (2024) Reinforcing Effect of Graphene in Epoxy Adhesives: Review. Open Journal of Composite Materials, 14, 60-70.
53. Gadhave, R. (2024) Polyvinyl Acetate and Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Hybrid Adhesive: Synthesis, Characterization, and Properties. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 14, 1-18.
54. Gadhave, R.V. Water-resistant wood adhesive without plasticizers: synthesis and characterization. J Indian Acad Wood Sci 21, 135–146 (2024).
55. Dhawale, P. and Gadhave, R.V. (2024) Indoor Formaldehyde Removal Techniques through Paints: Review. Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 14, 1-15.
56. Dhawale, P., Gadhave, S. & Gadhave, R.V. Boric acid-crosslinked liquid glucose–polyvinyl alcohol blend-based wood adhesive. Polym. Bull. (2024).
57. Gadhave, R. V. (2024). Glucose-stabilized polyvinyl acetate homopolymer-based wood adhesive: synthesis and characterization. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 1–17.
58. Dhawale, P., Gadhave, S. & Gadhave, R.V. Liquid glucose-polyvinyl alcohol blend wood adhesive modified by citric acid and its effect on physical, thermal, mechanical and performance properties. J Indian Acad Wood Sci (2024)
59. Gadhave, R.V. Improving the performance of gelatine glue using biocompatible polymers. Polym. Bull. 81, 8177–8193 (2024).
60. Gadhave, R. V. (2024). Glycidyl methacrylate co-polymer emulsion-based heat and water-resistant wood adhesive. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 1–22.
61. Gadhave, R. V., & Vineeth, S. K. (2023). Development and formulation of a novel plasticizer-free polyvinyl acetate-based wood adhesive. Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, 38(11), 1861–1879.
62. Khandagale, R., Gadhave, S. and Gadhave, R.V. (2024) Polyurethane Hybrid-Based Wood Adhesive: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 14, 41-62.
63. Gadhave, R.V. Comparative study of polyvinyl acetate-acrylic acid and polyvinyl acetate-methacrylic acid copolymer-based wood adhesives. J Indian Acad Wood Sci 20, 173–182 (2023).
64. Gadhave, R. (2023) Xanthan Gum—Bio-Based Raw Material for Wood Adhesive. Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 13, 153-161.
65. Vineeth, S.K., Gadhave, R.V. Corn starch blended polyvinyl alcohol adhesive chemically modified by crosslinking and its applicability as polyvinyl acetate wood adhesive. Polym. Bull. 81, 811–825 (2024).
66. Gadhave, R. (2023) Radio Frequency Gluing Technique for Wood-to-Wood Bonding: Review. Open Journal of Polymer Chemistry, 13, 15-26.
Articles in magazines
1. The Eco-Friendly Shift in Hot Melt Adhesives, Machinemaker, 24/05/2024
2. Advancements and Future Trends in Wood Adhesive Technology based on Polyvinyl Acetate, Machinemaker, 09/05/2024
Certification
• Volunteered for ‘RANGOTSAV-08’ (National Level Symposium Paper & Poster Presentation Competition).
• Won First Prize in Industry Defined Problem-Solving competition for the topic “Long Lasting External Self Cleaned Water based Paints” at ‘RANGOTSAV 2011’, a National Level Technical Symposium organized by the Department of Polymer & Surface Engineering, ICT
• Participated in national level ‘Industrial Defined Problem competition’ in ‘RANGOTSAV-12’. (National Level Symposium Paper & Poster Presentation Competition).
• Participated in national level ‘Poster presentation’ in ‘RANGOTSAV-13’. (National Level Symposium Paper & Poster Presentation Competition).
• Participated in national level ‘Poster presentation’ in ‘RANGOTSAV-17’. (National Level Symposium Paper & Poster Presentation Competition).
• Participated in national level ‘Poster presentation’ in ‘RANGOTSAV-18’. (National Level Symposium Paper & Poster Presentation Competition).
• Participated in ‘PU Tech Innovation Poster presentation’ in ‘IPUA Exhibition 2018’.
Affiliations
• Awarded certificate of appreciation as a “Promising young talent for Pidilite R&D” on 10th May 2012
• Awarded certificate of appreciation as a “Innovation for Pidilite R&D” on May 2017
• Awarded Shri B.K. Parekh Memorial Excellence Award for Excellence in Initiative "Process Design and Excellence initiative in R&D”.
• Received Letter of Appreciation from SB Director for dedicated efforts to complete various assignments given by management on March 2022.
• Received Letter of Appreciation from SB Director for dedicated efforts to complete various assignments given by management on July 2022.
• Awarded memento as an appreciation for a “Outstanding contributions in the field of Superbond R&D” on 14th July 2023.
• Was awarded the “Scholarship’’ from Asian Paints Charitable Trust in T. Y. B. Tech. for the year 2009-10 and Final Year B. Tech. for the year 2010-11
• Was awarded the “Scholarship’’ from Asian Paints Charitable Trust in S. Y. B. Tech. for the year 2008-09 and Final Year B. Tech. for the year 2009-10
• Certificate of First Class in Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth mathematics Second, Fifth and Sixth examination
Additional Information
- Date of Birth: 26th NOV 1989
- Languages Known: English, Marathi and Hindi
- Interests / Hobbies: Playing Cricket, Social work
Languages
References
Prof. Dr. P. A. Mahanwar
Professor and Ex. Head, Department of Polymer and Surface Engineering
Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT)
N.M. Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai (INDIA), Contact: 91-22-33612222 Ext: 2401/ 2411, Mobile No. +919324134190
Email: pa.mahanwar@ictmumbai.edu.in
Prof. Dr. S.T Mhaske
Head, Department of Polymer and Surface Engineering
Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT)
N.M. Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai (INDIA), Mobile No: +919930843522
Email Id: st.mhaske@ictmumbai.edu.in
Dr. P. T. Gadekar
Vice President- Research and Development
Pidilite Industries Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
Email: pt.gadekar04@gmail.com
Timeline
Head-R&D
Superbond Adhesives Private Limited
12.2023 - Current
R&D -Assistant Group Manager
Asian Paints Limited
09.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Professor
Institute of chemical technology
06.2023 - 09.2023
Head- R&D (Emulsions & PCR Adhesives )
Superbond Adhesives Private Limited
10.2021 - 05.2023
Manager-Fevicol Division
Pidilite industries Limited
08.2011 - 09.2021
In-Plant Training
Asian PPG
05.2010 - 08.2010
Ph.D. - Surface Coating Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
B.Tech - Surface Coating Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
H.S.C - Science Education
R.K.T. College
S.S.C -
N.R.C School
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