"Molding the Future of Metal Industries"
The MIRDC held its annual Christmas celebration last December 18, 2014 with the theme “Funtasy #anopegmo” which rendered a fun-filled fantasy-inspired party.
Though the theme of the party was announced early, employees were still clueless about how each division have prepared for the celebration which made them even more excited. Following this year’s motif, employees from the Financial and Administrative Division (FAD) arrived in their eye-catching Harry Potter costumes; the Technology Diffusion Division (TDD) in their random Disney costumes; the Analysis and Testing Division (ATD) in their X-Men costumes; while the Materials and Process Research Division (MPRD), the Prototyping Division (PD) and the Planning and Management Division (PMD) arrived in their own peg Christmas outfits.
The program started with a doxology sung by Mr. Greg Anthony Alonzo, Planning Officer III, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and MIRDC Hymn. Dr. Agustin M. Fudolig, Deputy Executive Director for Technical Services and Asec. Roberto O. Dizon, Officer- in-Charge of the MIRDC, welcomed the employees with their Opening Remarks and Inspirational Message, respectively. An intermission dance number fueled the enthusiasm of employees as the MIRDC top officials participated in the dance number without hesitation.
Asec. Robert O. Dizon inspired MIRDC employees with a message stating all the achievements for the year.
The Top Managemnt joins in the intermission dance number to the delight of all the MIRDC employees.
The Christmas party’s success was largely due to the array of performances provided by employees from different divisions. FAD, MPRD, PMD and ATD personnel showcased their talents in dancing while TDD and PD staff surprised everyone with a song and dance number. Adding more fun to the event is the song number of Project Management Engineering and Design Service Office (PMEDSO) personnel. Another highlight that made the celebration more significant is the award and recognition given to deserving MIRDC employees.
Clockwise: PMD staff grooved in a Showtime-inspired dance number; FAD personnel bopped to the beat of Waka Waka, Whoops Kiri and Wiggle Dance; Division Chief Dr. Danilo N. Pilar of TDD and Chem Lab Section Chief Gina A. Catalan both showed their leadership skills on the dance floor.
Asec.Dizon and Engr. Puerto congratulates
Dr. Agustin Fudolig who was one of the awardees
during the ceremony
In between exciting presentations from different divisions were the thrilling games facilitated by Ms. Marilyn Diaz of PD and the much awaited raffle wherein cash prizes, prepaid cards and appliances were given away to lucky employees. Among the grand prize winners were Mr. Alberto Olivo from FAD and Ms.Tracy Ann Tolentino from PD who both received a 32” flat screen TV. Before announcing the winner of the best group performance, new members of the MIRDC family were called in front and introduced by Ms. Jelly N. Ortiz, Chief, Administrative and General Services Section. The Prototyping Division staff won the award for best group performance while additional awards were given to FAD as best in costume by group and ATD for best costume by pair.
Ms. Josephine Esguerra of TDD dressed as Princess Jasmine was one of the crowd favorites all throughout the program.
Games host Ms. Marilyn Diaz instructs game participants who were blindfolded
as they try to land a kiss on Asec Dizon’s picture.
PD Staff makes another round of performance after being announced as winning team.
Division Heads deliver their Christmas message after receiving cakes to be shared with their staff.
At the latter part of the program, Ms. Lina B. Afable, Chief of the Technology Information and Promotion Section (TIPS) announced the distribution of 2015 MIRDC calendars funded by MakiBayan partner-associations. The program which was hosted by Engr. Jojit Velasco and Ms. Liezl Santos was then capped off by the Closing Remarks of Engr. Jonathan Q. Puerto, Deputy Executive Director for Research and Development.
"Molding the Future of Metal Industries"
The Department of Science and Technology, through the MEtals Industry Researc and Development Center, Implemented a project entitled, "Improvement of Flood Control Facility through the Development of Automatic Trash rake (ATR)." This iniative is DOST's active response to President Benigno. S. Aquino's pronouncement tat the DOST's is a possible provider of alternative technology to solve the flooding problems in the country.
From left: Mayor Herbert M. Bautista, DOST Secretary Mario G. Montejo, DOST Assistant Sec. and MIRDC OIC
Robert O. Dizon, and MIRDC Deputy Executive Director for Research and Development Jonathan Q. Puerto for the
press release and launching of the ATR at Quezon City Hall Compound, Diliman, Quezon City on Dec. 2, 2014.
After it's successful completion, the ATR was launched on Dec. 2, 1014 through the coordination of the MIRDC's Technology
Information and Promotion Section (TIPS). Engr. Robert O. Dizon, Assistant Secretary of the DOST and Officer in charge of
MIRDC stated in his opening remarks that the DOST-MIRDC is here as a part of the solution. According to the ATR Project
Leader Engr. Gharry M. Bathan, the rate of collection of wastes by the automatic trash rake is 3.8 cu.m. per 8 hour-shift
which is best achieved during rainy seasons. DOST Secretary Mario G. Montejo and Quezon City Mayor Herbert M. Bautista
delivered partnership statements and expressed cooperation for the further success of the project. “Hopefully this
mechanized trash collector will minimize the clogging of rivers, canals and esteros” Sec. Montejo said in his message. DOST-
MIRDC’s Deputy Executive Director for Research and Development Engr. Jonathan Q. Puerto gave the closing remarks and
expressed thanks to the Quezon City LGU for hosting the launching of the activity. Finally, the project team gave a
demonstration of the ATR at the project site located at Balingasa Creek along Gregorio Araneta Ave. corner Mauban St.,
Quezon City.
DOST Secretary Montejo and Mayor Bautista view the scale model of the ATR during the ceremonial turnover of the equipment to the QC LGU.
Mayor Herbert M. Bautista answers queries of the press people present during the activity.
FGD on Competitiveness Roadmap of the Philippine Tool and Die Industry cum "PARTNERSHAPE Conference"
"Molding the Future of Metal Industries"
The Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC) have aligned special events today, December 15, 2015 that will highlight the public-private partnership of the metals and allied engineering industries and the Department of Science and Technology especially MIRDC. The events are the "FGD on the Competitiveness Roadmap of the Tool and Die Industry of the Philippines" and the "PARTNERSHAPE Conference 2015."
The focus group discussion is conducted at 9:00 in the morning (at the MIRDC Platinum Auditorium) while the "PARTNERSHAPE" is held at 2:00 in the afternoon (also at the same venue). The former event is intended to review the roadmap taking into consideration developments and recent events that impact on the supply chain and over-all business environment in order to integrate strategies to support the attainment of identified goals and objectives of the said roadmap.
The latter event aims to gather together the Officers of DOST partners-associations in the Makinarya at Teknolohiya para sa Bayan (MakiBayan) Program and take advantage of the opportunity for the key decision-makers of various industry associations to view the presentations of the major MIRDC projects in 2016, overview of the planned activities for the Golden Founding Anniversary of MIRDC including exploratory discussion on the formation of a new M & E Industries foundation and status of the CNC Training Program. Fellowship follows after the Conference proper and is going to be a Christmas party time with our industry friends from 5pm onwards. Surprise musical numbers is certainly being enjoyed by the M & E guests and MIRDC/other government participants.
Dr. Danilo N. Pilar serves as a facilitator to the focus group discussion (1). Mr. Philip Ang, President of PDMA explains the current SWOT of the roadmap (2). The industry players, TESDA representatives, other participants and presentors pose for a souvenir photo.
Asec. Dizon, OIC of MIRDC welcomes the industry and other delegates to the Conference (1) the MIRDC's music band (2) and from DOST, Sec. Mario G. Montejo and some special guests from the industry.
DOST Sec. Montejo graces the Partnershape Conference (1) and the MakiBayan partners toast for success (2).
"Molding the Future of Metal Industries"
The Aerospace Industries Association of the Philippines (AIAP) together with the Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC) of the Department of Science and Technology, hosted the "Aerospace Forum" on July 31, 2015 at the MIRDC Silver Auditorium from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The purpose of which is to inspire and challenge the various companies to go into and partner with the aerospace industry. Mr. John T. Lee, President of the AIAP, assures prospective investors of a successful venture if they entrust resources in this endeavor. "Investing in this business is essentially going into a high-risk, high returns playing field. By highly specialized, we mean that the aerospace business is not just for anybody. You need to have the required accreditations, the skills, the capacity. You have to be one of the best," according to Dr. Amelia P. Guevara, DOST Undersecretary for Research and Development.
Resource speakers from multinational aerospace companies like MOOG Controls, Phils. Inc., Jamco Phils., B/E and Surface Technology International discussed prospects and potential markets to entice investors in the local aerospace industries. Representing the government were resource speakers from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Development Bank of the Philippines, Board of Investments and MIRDC. PEZA Director General Lilia B. de Lima elaborated on why the companies should invest here in the Philippines through the various economic zones and science parks that are available to house their companies' facilities. DOST Assistant Sec. Robert O. Dizon presented the MIRDC's capabilities and state-of-the-art facilities whose services are tailored to potential aerospace ventures. Finally, Mr. Dennis Y. Chan, Vice-President of the AIAP, poured out words of encouragement by disclosing that his company and that of Mr. Lee's were some sort of guinea pigs when they ventured in the aerospace industry. Their companies' stature now proves that indeed this has been an excellent investment. According to him, companies willing to invest shall undergo development skills such as training to both ISO 9001 and AS 9100, the Quality Management System Certification and Aerospace Quality Standards Certification. The MIRDC has already hosted a training in AS 9100 with orientation in ISO 9001 in 2013. The forum participants were selected AIAP members and MIRDC employees. Last year, the DOST showcased the aerospace industries in the National Science and Technology Week, which gathered a huge audience and helped increase awareness of the public, industry and academe.
Shown from the top: (1) AIAP Pres. John T. Lee discusses the benefits of investing in the local aerospace industry; (2) VIPs during the event are DOST Undersecretary Amelia P. Guevara, DOST Assistant Secretary Robert O. Dizon, Officer-in-Charge of MIRDC, industry captains from the Aerospace sector and Dir. Gen. Lilia T. de Lima; and (3) Deputy Executive Director Agustin M. Fudolig of the MIRDC delivers the welcome remarks.
(1) The crowd giving full attention to the presentation; (2) Shown from left to right: AIAP Pres. Mr. John T. Lee; PEZA Dir. General Ms.Lilia T. de Lima; Group Managing Director STI- Mr. Simon Best, B/E Oven Director Mr. Senthil Balasubramanian, MOOG CEO Pres. Mr. Douglas Dilley, Mr. Dennis Y. Chan and Jamco Phils.Manager Mr. Hermie Flores post for a souvenir photo.
"Molding the Future of Metal Industries"
The MIRDC and the Philippine Metalcasting Association, Inc. (PMAI) held the validation of the metalcasting industry roadmap on Oct. 6, 2015 at the MIRDC platinum auditorium. The key officials of PMAI including selected industry players joined MIRDC to discuss the roadmap requirements of the Board of Investments. Dr. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, the president of the Society of Metallurgical Engineers of the Philippines and of Feati University actively facilitated the "battle of the brains" deliberation. During the discussions, comments are highlighted as follows a) Metalcasting sector roadmap should be linked to the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program, b) the proposed foundry institute's funding must include collaboration visits and consultant, and c) the sector can develop a market for machine tools maker especially if the plan is to go into car manufacturing, shipbuilding and aerospace. The strategies are presented by Engr. Lemuel N. Apusaga, MIRDC Senior Science Research Specialist. The next activity would be a consolidation meeting with PMAI and all concerned before the submission of the remaining requirements to be consolidated by Engr. Apusaga. The master of ceremony is Ms. Zalda R. Gayahan, MIRDC Science Research Specialist.
Dr. Agustin M. Fudolig, MIRDC Deputy Executive Director for Technical Services, welcomes all the guests, while at the top right: Mr. Amelito E. Umali, Chief of the Heavy Industries Division of the DTI-Board of Investments presents the BOI Manufacturing Industry Roadmaps. Below: the delegates post for the souvenir photo.The closing remarks was delivered by Engr. Rodnel O. Tamayo, chief of MIRDC Materials, Process Research Division
