Carborundum Universal Ltd
Dr. A Xavier Kennedy has extensive work experience in the field of technology, research, and development. Dr. A Xavier served as the Head of Technology/Research and Development at Carborundum Universal Limited from July 2015 onwards. Prior to that, they held the position of Head of Technical and Research & Development at the same company from February 2001 to July 2015. Before joining Carborundum Universal Limited, Dr. Kennedy worked at Sundaram Fasteners Limited as an Assistant Manager, where they were responsible for research and development and quality assurance. Their specific expertise lies in the field of powder metallurgy, where they focused on developing auto components and new metallic and alloy powders. Dr. Kennedy's work experience spans from 1998 to present.
Dr. A Xavier Kennedy completed their education in a chronological order. Dr. A Xavier started their academic journey in 1989 at Bharathidasan University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Chemistry. Dr. A Xavier continued their studies at Pondicherry University from 1992 to 1994, obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Chemistry. In 1994, they pursued further education at Bharathidasan University and obtained a Master of Engineering (M.E.) degree in Materials Science, which they completed in 1996. Finally, Dr. Kennedy completed their highest level of education at Anna University from 2005 to 2010, where they earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Engineering.
In addition to their formal education, Dr. Kennedy also obtained two certifications. First, they completed the "CUMI Leadership Program" at the Great Lakes Institute of Management. Secondly, they completed the "Management of Technology and Innovation" certification program at the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. However, the exact months and years of when they obtained these certifications are unknown.
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Carborundum Universal Ltd
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Carborundum Universal Limited develops services and solutions for abrasives, electrominerals or ceramics. The Company's segments include Abrasives, Ceramics and Electrominerals. The Abrasives segment consists of bonded, coated, processed cloth, polymers, power tools and coolants. The operations are carried out through over 10 manufacturing facilities located pan India, Russia and other countries. The Ceramics segment consists of super refractories, industrial ceramics, anti-corrosives and bioceramics. Its user industries include power generation and transmission, coal washers, grain handling, ballistic protection and construction. The Electrominerals segment includes abrasive/refractory grains, micro grits for the photovoltaic industry and captive power generation from hydel power plant. Its product range includes white and brown fused alumina, silicon carbide, fused zirconia, alumina zirconia and zirconia mullite. Its geographical segments include India and Rest of the world.