Kannan V K

About the Author - Kannan V K
Kannan V K is a seasoned Ceramic Engineer with over 29 years of
comprehensive experience in the Heavy Clay & Ceramics Industry. A
recognized expert in the field of clay bricks & vitrified clay pipes, his
creer spans a wide spectrum of functions including production, quality
assurance, plant management, R&D, and greenfield project execution.
He holds an M.Tech in Ceramic Engineering and has held senior leadership
roles, including Plant Manager at Wienerberger India, where he was
instrumental in commissioning and operating one of the most advanced
greenfield brick manufacturing units in the country.
Kannan also served as Chief Ceramic Manager at Kia Lim Berhad,
Malaysia's largest brick manufacturer, where he was responsible for four
brick plants with a combined production capacity of 1500 TPD. In this
role, he led cross-functional technical teams, optimized plant
performance, & implemented process improvements across diverse
operations.
In 2017, he founded Heavy Clay Technologies - a specialized research,
training, & technical advisory firm, actively associated with leading OEMs
from Spain, Italy, and India. A technical consulting firm that brings
cutting-edge European technology to brick manufacturers across the
globe. His global assignments have taken him to Belgium, Holland,
Morocco, Phillipines & Malaysia, where he successfully led technical
teams, optimized manufacturing processes, developed New Products &
implemented state-of-the-art automation in brick plants.
Kannan's expertise covers the entire brick production chain-from raw
material analysis and clay preparation to forming, drying, firing, and
quality control. Known for his hands-on approach, deep technical
knowledge, and commitment to training and capability building, he
currently advises numerous brick plants worldwide to improve efficiency,
sustainability, and product quality.