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Book-Backed Consulting
Implementation support to convert concepts into measurable performance improvements.
Training for Plant Teams
Workshops for operations, utilities, and leadership teams—built around the book frameworks.
Audit & Improvement Programs
Energy, water and utilities optimisation programs linked to operational KPIs and costs.
About the Author
Dr. Anubhav Gupta is a chemical engineer and industrial consultant working at the intersection of manufacturing performance, utilities optimisation, and compliance-driven engineering. His work focuses on translating plant realities into practical frameworks—SOP discipline, KPI control, loss reduction, and decision models that connect operations with financial outcomes.
Over the years, he has supported manufacturing organisations through audits, optimisation programs, and execution-ready engineering documentation—helping teams improve efficiency, reliability, and regulatory readiness with measurable results.
Areas of expertise:
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Paper, Sugar and Textile manufacturing performance & utilities
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Energy and water optimization
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Chemical Manufacturing
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Production Optimization
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Process improvement and compliance support
A practical operations handbook for running a paper mill with stability, discipline, and predictable output. This book focuses on shop-floor realities—shift control, SOP execution, troubleshooting, and preventing recurring losses. Ideal for plant managers, production engineers, and shift leaders who want fewer upsets, better quality consistency, and stronger daily control.
Key Topics Covered:
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Start-up/shutdown discipline, daily checks, and shift handover systems
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Troubleshooting logic for common upsets, defects, and variability
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KPI control: production stability, downtime reduction, and loss mapping
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Practical SOP and checklist frameworks for repeatable performance
A performance-excellence playbook for paper mills—built around systems, not slogans. This book shows how high-performing mills build consistent results through KPI governance, loss elimination, cross-functional routines, and continuous improvement that actually sustains. Perfect for leadership teams aiming to improve output, quality, and cost simultaneously.
Key Topics Covered:
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Continuous improvement systems that stick (daily/weekly/monthly cadences)
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Defect and loss elimination with structured root-cause frameworks
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Quality stability: controlling variability and improving runnability
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Performance dashboards, accountability routines, and review mechanisms
Paper Mill Utilities
Utilities decide real profitability in paper manufacturing. This book is a deep, practical guide to managing utilities as a performance engine—steam, power, water systems, compressed air, and infrastructure reliability. Designed for utility heads, maintenance teams, and plant leadership focused on reducing specific consumption, improving uptime, and lowering operating risk.
Key Topics Covered:
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Steam, power, and water optimisation fundamentals for paper mills
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Utility reliability: failure prevention, monitoring and performance control
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Efficiency opportunities with practical diagnostics and benchmarks
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Linking utilities KPIs to production stability and cost outcomes
Paper Mill Economics & Decision Making
This is the leadership book—where operational reality meets financial outcomes. It helps mill owners, CEOs, CFOs, and senior managers make better decisions on capex, cost trade-offs, efficiency investments, risk, and long-term competitiveness. Built to improve decision clarity with practical models rather than generic finance theory.
Key Topics Covered:
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Cost drivers, trade-offs, and performance economics in paper mills
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ROI, payback, and capex prioritisation using realistic assumptions
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Risk vs reward thinking for operating and investment decisions
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Decision frameworks for leadership: stability, growth, and resilience
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Where can I buy these books?
All published titles are available on Amazon. Each book page includes the purchase link for your region.
2) Are these books suitable for beginners or only experienced professionals?
They are written for a wide range—from early-career engineers to plant leaders. Each book focuses on practical frameworks and decision logic that scale with experience.
3) Do you provide consulting or training based on the books?
Yes. We offer consulting and training programs aligned to the book frameworks, customised to your plant goals and constraints.
4) Can you support international clients?
Yes. Remote consulting, hybrid delivery, and international support can be provided based on scope and site requirements.
5) Are there templates or checklists included?
The books contain structured frameworks, and companion tools/checklists can be shared on request for implementation support.
6) Which book should I start with?
If you want plant discipline and stability, start with Operations Guide. For performance improvement systems, choose Excellence. For utilities control, choose Utilities. For ROI and leadership decisions, choose Economics & Decision Making.