CY 2010 - 5.20 MB - ITDI

Table of Contents
Message from the DOST Secretary
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Message from the ITDI Director
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GENERATION of NEW KNOWLEDGE & TECHNOLOGIES
R&D Areas
Food & Agriculture
Alternative Energy
Environment
Biotechnology
Health & Health Products
Nanotechnology
Other Priority Areas
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DIFFUSION of NEW KNOWLEDGE & TECHNOLOGIES
Technology Transfer & Commercialization
Technology Transfer: Info. Dissemination
Technology Transfer: Training & Demonstration
Participation in S&T Fora, Exhibits, Fairs,
Seminar Workshop
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S&T SERVICES
Standards & TEsting
National Metrology
Packaging Technology
EBD-Cleaner Production
R&D
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S&T LINKAGES
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HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
TABLES
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
VICINITY MAP
ABOUT THE COVER
Message from the Secretary
In the preceding year, the Department of Science and
Technology has introduced solutions to several pressing
national problems. In the process, the Industrial Technology
Development Institute has worked diligently to keep in step
with the compelling imperative to enhance the basic living
essentials of many Filipinos like health and access to safe
water, among others
market acceptance. Other technical interventions that ITDI
has carried out include upgrading of production facilities
and systems, energy efficiency/audit, cleaner production
technologies, GMP, HACCP, shelf-life improvement, and
food safety/proper usage of food additives. These were
implemented under the DOST Small Enterprises Technology
Upgrading Program or SET-UP.
ITDI has completed the development and wide scale field
testing of the OL Trap for dengue control; a water purification system using ceramic pot type filter that makes access
to potable water safe and affordable; design of coach for
the Automated Guideway Transport system for mass transport; design of carrying case for i-pod for school use; and
design of processing equipment for the food sector, among
others.
I also note ITDI’s sustained certification to ISO 9001:2008
that illustrates its relentless effort in enriching its capabilities to develop and introduce relevant products and
services. Its expansive competence was further affirmed
by its recent accreditation to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 by
the German Accreditation Body (recognized internationally)
for National Metrology Laboratory (NML) in the fields of
temperature, mass and pressure.
Other critical knowledge intensive interventions like technology transfer/training, product package/label concept
and design contributed significantly in raising the quality
and competitiveness of local products such as ethnic foods,
wines, alternative sugars, and muscovado. Micro, small and
medium enterprises (MSMEs) benefited through stronger
I feel confident that the hardworking men and women
of ITDI will build on the achievements and lessons of the
past year, and remain focused in delivering life enhancing
services and technology solutions to improve the lives of
Filipinos.
MARIO G. MONTEJO
Secretary, D O S T
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Message from the Director
As we approach another milestone founding anniversary,
we trace our significant achievements in years past and
treasure glorious moments of recognitions/awards/citations
and other forms of accolades from various award-giving
bodies. We strive to keep the Institute on top by doing
better and better and refrain from resting on our laurels.
In 2010, we aimed to be attuned to the current motto of
our Department: “Making local technologies work.” We
exerted efforts as players with major and minor role/s in
Department-wide Programs that address national issues
and concerns i.e. dengue control, access to potable and safe
drinking water, degradation of the environment, poverty
alleviation, education, mass transport.
In line with the DOST battle cry, we produced significant
accomplishments via technology innovations in process
engineering/traditional technologies leading to quality
upgrade thus making local products globally competitive.
These include ethnic products, local wines like basi and
tapuy, native snacks (kakanin), alternative sugar from coco
and/or nipa sap, muscovado, for which processing procedure has been standardized.
Worth mentioning are significant contributions of the Institute in label concept/design for various food and non-food
products that have gained mileage in local and foreign markets for the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Other contributions are in the form of technology transfer
and training, technical services like upgrading of production facilities and systems, energy efficiency/audit, cleaner
production technologies, GMP, HACCP, improvement
of shelf-life, food safety/proper usage of food additives,
among many others. Over a hundred MSMEs were able to
improve their products, expand their markets leading to
generation of jobs and increase income thereby contributing to the socio-economic situation in their respective
areas.
We have sustained our certification to ISO 9001:2008
while continually improving on our capabilities, products
and services. We have likewise gained accreditation to
DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005, which was granted by the
German Accreditation Body (recognized internationally)
for our National Metrology Laboratory (NML) in the fields
of temperature, mass and pressure. Other laboratories of
NML and STD are in the pipeline and will soon be awarded
their accreditation, in addition to the current ISO-accredited
Microbiology, Chemistry and Materials Performance and
Testing Laboratories.
We have enhanced our experts’ competencies by sending
them to advanced training programs locally and internationally. Availment of scholarships for advanced degree
programs has been one of our priorities in our vision of
excellence. We continue to improve our facilities as well,
aligning with international standards. We expanded our
networking activities and linkages with international
agencies leading to more collaborative R&D projects.
We maintain our stature of being the prime R&D agency
of the Department by embarking on new emerging R&D
Thrusts.
In behalf of the management and staff of ITDI, I take pride
in presenting our significant accomplishments in Year 2010.
DR. NUNA E. ALMANZOR, ASEAN Eng’r.
Director, I T D I
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Generation of
NEW KNOWLEDGE &
TECHNOLOGIES
Research & Development (R&D) outputs reported
under this section cover the following fields:
Chemicals & Energy; Environment & Biotechnology;
Food Processing, Materials Science and Packaging
Technology. Guided by the National R&D Priorities
Plan (NRDPP), R&D efforts were geared on the
following priority areas: food & agriculture,
alternative energy, environment, biotechnology,
health & health products, nanotechnology and other
priority areas (OPA). Year 2010 offered innovations
to traditional technologies/products that reached
global heights. It was also attuned to the new
Department Secretary’s vision of ‘Making Local
Technologies Work’.
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Food and
Agriculture
Quality Improvement of Quezon Tikoy
Quezon tikoy is a popular delicacy using sticky rice like the
Chinese tikoy as basic raw material. Their difference lies
in preparation, presentation and method of cooking. The
Institute introduced an improvement essentially to extend
shelf-life and make a low-calorie/sugar-free product that
can be consumed by health & weight-conscious persons. It
would also help producers gain entry in the world market
among natural/healthy products, which are trendy.
Traditional Quezon tikoy has a shelf-life of 1 day to 3 weeks
depending on the prevailing humidity. With the addition
of glycerol and potassium sorbate, shelf-life was extended
to 3 months. Another innovation, the use of glutinous rice
flour instead of whole glutinous rice, reduced preparation
time of the mixture prior to cooking. On the other hand,
the addition of sucralose and isomalt as alternative sweeteners resulted in an acceptable tikoy, comparable to the
sugar-sweetened product. With these innovations/
improvements, deterioration was retarded in comparison
with control samples.
In addition to the above cited innovations, the Institute
recommends the adoption of good manufacturing
practices (GMP).
Table 1. Physico-Chemical Properties of Acceptable Tikoy
Physico-Chemical Parameters
Values
Total Soluble Solids (TSS)
50o - 57oBrix
Moisture Content
30 - 32%
Water Activity (aw)
0.88 - 0.90
Total Aerobic Plate Count
Less than 200 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold Count
Less than 10 cfc/g
Coliform Count/g
None detected
E. coli/g
None detected
Tikoy wrapping using anahaw leaves
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Development of Alternative Sugars from Nipa (Nipa fruticans) or Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Sap
ITDI introduced innovations in the manufacture of alternative sugars from coconut or nipa sap. These include
collection system for the sap and the standardization of
the processing procedure thereby minimizing rejects and
sustaining the quality of the finished product. For sap
collection, in lieu of the traditionally used bamboo canisters, sanitized flexible pouches were used thus, minimizing exposure of sap to air and contaminants. The Institute likewise introduced the use of an ITDI-designed double
jacketed kettle for cooking and processing into sugar.
The double jacketed kettle replaces the use of direct
heating with large evaporating pans that stand the risk of
overheating/burning of product. The average yield of sugar
is 15 to 18% based on the weight of freshly collected sap.
Sugar formation is generally affected by humidity (dry or
rainy), time of sap collection (day or night), interval
between collection and processing time and pH of the
collected sap. Alternative sugar produced were analyzed
for pH, total soluble solids, total sugars, alcohol content,
titratable acidity, moisture content and water activity. They
were also subjected to sensory evaluation.
Alternative sugar from coconut using the ITDI double
jacketed kettle replacing the use of direct heating pans
Quality Improvement of Local Rice Wine “Tapuy”
“Tapuy” refers to the traditionally prepared rice wine,
which is produced in Northern Luzon particularly in
Benguet, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Kalinga and Apayao.
It is usually served during traditional ceremonies/festive
occasions. Through generations of tapuy production, the
product has not been able to penetrate the major local and
international markets due to inconsistent quality.
Efforts have been exerted to look into the problem and
make the tapuy hit local and international markets, create
a niche market. First, the introduction of pure cultures i.e.
Saccharomyces spp., which producers resented in favor of
traditionally used bubod as starter. The Institute therefore
looked into the quality of bubod and worked on its improvement.
Improvement of the Bubod - Innovation involved the use
of pure cultures of A. oryzae and S. cerevisiae grown on
glutinous rice-ordinary rice cake mixture. The resulting
starter cakes were grated into granules then dried at ≤ 40°C
in a cabinet dryer. In this form, the starter was easier to dry
and the resulting granules also facilitated a controlled application and dispersion of the inoculum. The starter granules
proved highly viable and consistently produced alcoholic
liquor with good alcohol content and bouquet. Based on
these results, a Training Manual on the Improved Processing
of Tapuy (Rice Wine) was prepared.
Traditional process for bubod production
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Emergency Food Reserve (EFR) from Selected Crops: Government - Private Sector Cooperation (GPC)
Cognizant of the urgency to ensure food security and
mitigate the impact of natural disasters in calamity-prone
areas, ITDI pursued this project. It applies simple dehydration technologies that are adaptable to selected crops for
processing into ready-to-use food commodity. These are
then stock-piled as intermediate raw material for various
food preparations to add balance and variety to the EFR
during relief/rescue operations/nutrition feeding.
A community-level technology was developed and standardized to convert fresh cassava, mongo, and malunggay
into stable and ready-to-use form. This includes the use of
solar dryers/mechanical dryers, the latter particularly useful
during the wet season. Labeled SAGIP, the EFR product is
versatile and can be used in the formulation of the following recipes: kutsinta, puto, noodles, bread, cookies, donut,
bibingka, instant chicken soup; polvoron, ukoy, non-meat
burger, pound cake, and instant chocolate drink.
An integrated framework of cooperation among government, businesses, civic society, scientists, academe, and a
disaster-prone community, “Project Saklolo” was initiated
and came into fruition with the signing of a Memorandum
of Agreement (MOA) among the aforementioned groups
late this year. To facilitate the conduct of training of communities that will do the production aspect, a comic-type
of publication was produced for circulation to concerned
groups/adopters of the technology.
Raw materials for EFR and some finished productrs e.g.
kutsinta and cookies
Utilization of Export Rejects of Okra (Japanese Variety)
into Processed Products
Okra rejects (2-3 days from harvest) were prepared for
processing into different products of commercial value.
The factors considered in determining the type of product
are maturity, part of the okra (pods, seeds) and size-whole
piece or chopped into pieces of desired size. Pre-treatment
i.e. blanching was also part of the considerations. This
project was conducted in cooperation with Philippine Okra
Processors and Exporters’ Association (POPEA).
Products developed were as follows:
• Spiced Sweet-Sour Pickled Okra
• Dried Okra Powder - intermediate raw material for
instant soups, other applications
• Vacuum fried okra
Okra rejects converted to value-added products
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Development/Improvement of Philippine Products
through the Application of Advanced/Modern Packaging Technology
Six shelf-stable ready to eat (RTE) foods in retort pouch/
packs namely: mushroom sisig, smoked fish, pork
embutido, biko, adobo rice meal, and native longganisa
were developed. Of the six, RTE smoked fish and mushroom sisig were market tested. Results were promising and
collaborators have plans to commercialize said products in
2011.
Extension of shelf life of 8 food products through the
application of high barrier & active packaging technology
has been achieved. The significant improvement in product
shelf life by 100 to 500% would redound to an expanded
market. Roasted cashew nuts produced in Palawan for
example, could now be marketed nationwide. With high
barrier/active packaging technology, shelf life of roasted
cashew nuts increased from 3 to 12 months. Other products with improved shelf life are beef/pork jerky, buttered
panucha, yema, and hopia.
Results of studies on modified atmosphere packaging
(MAP) of RTE fresh-cut pomelo, lettuce and pineapple were
promising in terms of maintaining freshness and extending
product shelf life. Further studies on MAP technology of
fresh cut fruits and vegetables will be undertaken.
RTE mushroom sisig in retort pouch, packaging design for
mango biscocho and roasted cashew nuts in high barrier /
active packaging
Toxic Migrants in Canned and Plastic Packaged Foods & Beverages: Addressing the Safety Issues on Packaging Related Contaminants in Foods”
Random sampling of canned and bottled food products
for the presence of heavy metals was conducted. Results
showed no detectable lead and cadmium in the samples
tested.
Completed the set-up of
facility for the determination
of bisphenol A (BPA) in packaged food products.
Developed a method for the
determination of acetaldehyde in PET-bottled drinking water. Seven different
brands were tested and
found to contain acetaldehyde but the level was below
the tolerable limit set by
WHO.
Equipment/Facilities for the determination of bisphenol A (BPA) in packaged food products
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Development of ‘Bouquet’ in Local Wines and Spirits
by Infusion of Local Wood
The country boasts of various traditional wines and spirits,
associated with specific regions/provinces. These include
‘basi’ from sugarcane and ‘tapuy’ from rice-Northern Luzon;
‘lambanog’ from coconut sap from Southern Tagalog;
‘barikulkol’ from nipa sap – Bicol Regon; ‘bahalina’ from
coco sap - Samar and Leyte; among others.
Proudly Pinoy and served on festive occasions, production
of these wines & spirits is still in its fledgling stage, unlike
their counterparts in Europe and America. One reason is
absence or lack of the ‘bouquet’ (color & aroma) that comes
with age and with infusion of specific types of wood i.e.
white oak, maple, beech, red oak, light red aluan, yakal,
rosewood, cherry, ipil-ipil, acacia, among others. These
have been actually used in this project as wood chips,
infused with wine or as raw material for the construction of
barrels in which the wines are aged. The wood is properly
selected and subjected to proper treatment before use with
the wine for it to exude the desired ‘bouquet’ being sought
by wine connoisseurs.
ITDI tapped Forest Products Research & Development
Institute (FPRDI-DOST), for the proper identification of
the wood for use and the appropriate treatment. The
obvious changes come in the form of color and aroma
in the liquor. Subsequent studies are underway for the
design, construction and testing of the wooden barrels to
be used with the liquors for purposes of upgrading Phil
wines and spirits so their quality is at par with their foreign
counterparts.
Local wood species in wine for development
of “bouquet”
Development of Standards for Ethnic Foods: Salt Fermented Fish & Shrimps and other Shellfish (Bagoong)
This is another phase of the ITDI Project on the development of the draft standards and recommended code
of practice (RCP) for salt fermented fish, shrimps and
other shellfish (bagoong). The draft documents were
submitted to the Food and Drug Administration, DOH
for public review and the Bureau of Product Standards,
DTI for subsequent adoption as Philippine National
Standards (PNS). Food standards are developed to
provide local processors with technical guidelines to
ensure the quality and safety of these products. Likewise
these can provide leverage against technical barriers to
trade and other issues in the liberized global market,
thus, ensuring better competitiveness and market acceptance of our ethnic food products.
In 2009, the ITDI had completed the draft standards and
RCP’s for smoked fish and thermally processed purple yam
(ube), which have been adopted as PNS documents in 2010.
Food Standards Technical Committee (FSTC) Meeting on salt
fermented fish, shrimps & other shellfish shellfish (bagoong)
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Alternative
Energy
Glycerine combined with Jatropha Waste By-Product
as Fuel Substitute
ITDI developed a combustible pellet composed of
glycerine & Jatropha pressed cake. With its high heating
value, it has a good potential as alternative fuel. The
process for converting the glycerine & Jatropha cake to
pellet is simple & inexpensive. This is another product from
waste by-products of Jatropha processing and an added
application for glycerine.
Combustible pellets
Application Testing of Microemulsified Hybrid Fuel
from Jatropha and Coconut Oils
Another contribution of ITDI to alternative energy studies
is the development of a microemulsified hybrid fuel from
jatropha & coconut oils. Process involves mixing of oils
with surfactant, co-surfactant and water. The resulting
product was evaluated for phase behavior and physicochemical properties.
Application tests were done with pressurized lantern
(petromax) for lighting, gas stove cooking and as fuel substitute for vehicle & generator. Results indicated that the
jatropha-coconut oil blend is thermodynamically stable,
has low viscosity and is stable against oxidation. With this
product blended with kerosene at 50-70%, the light has
a better lux range and the use of fuel is reduced. On the
other hand, its use for cooking at the same blend indicated
reduced use, high thermal/combustion efficiency and
reduced CO & CO2 emission. In vehicle performance, mileage was increased as compared with diesel use. It reduced
fuel consumption by about 6.4% to 11.0%. When used as
fuel for diesel generator, fuel consumption was reduced by
53.0% to 76.5%.
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ITDI vehicle used for performance of
Micro-emulsified Hybrid fuel
Scale-Up Production Study of Methyl Ester from Used Vegetable Cooking Oil Using Continuous-Type Biofuel
Reactor
In efforts to search for alternative/renewable fuel while
reducing pollution per Clean Air Act, the Institute
continued its earlier work on the production of fuel from
used vegetable oil. The researchers found a more efficient
method to convert used vegetable oil into fuel substitute.
The process, known as transesterification is a chemical
process done in a large tank with paddles to stir the
reactants on a batch basis. This has been improved further
with the development of an innovative, compact, continuous & short residence-time type of reactor with a rated
capacity of 100 L per hour for an end-product that can be
used as fuel in diesel engines.
Continuous-type biofuel reactor
Fuel Composite from Carbonized Jatropha By-Products
and Other Biomass Materials
Four types of fuel composite were developed as follows:
1) 100% carbonized jatropha waste cake; 2) 50% carbonized
jatropha waste cake & 50% carbonized coconut shell; 3)
50% carbonized jatropha waste cake & 50% carbonized rice
hull; and 4) 33.3% carbonized jatropha waste cake, 33.3%
carbonized coconut shell and 33.3% carbonized rice hull.
These were subjected to tests for strength, flame temperature, heating value ignition capacity. Type 2 exhibited the
highest load bearing strength, maximum flame temperature and fastest time to boil water & highest heating value.
However, compared with Types 1 & 3, it took more time to
ignite.
Carbonized jatropha waste cake
Clean Gas Production by Fluidized Bed Gasification of Jatropha By-Products for Heat & Power Applications
Clean gas produced from jatropha press cake using the
fluidized bed gasification system (FBG) had a heating value
that is higher than that of fuels from other biomass sources
i.e. rice hulls & sawdust. The end-product obtained can be
stored in a water-sealed floating tank for use as heat source
for direct heating applications or as fuel in spark ignition
engines. The latter is for purposes of power generation.
Fluidized Bed Gasification System (FBG)
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Biotechology
Microalgae for Wastewater Treatment and Biomass
Production
In consideration of the potential of microalgae as biofuel
feedstock, ITDI studied the use of swine wastewater as
culture medium for microalgal production, as well as the
efficiency of microalgae to reduce wastewater pollutants.
Use of wastewater is foreseen as a viable means for sustainable microalgal-based biofuel production.
C. Borromeo
Several microalgal species were isolated from anaerobically
digested wastewater samples from piggery farms in
Batangas, Nueva Ecija, and Oriental Mindoro. From the
isolates, a mixed culture was selected based on its stable
growth and higher biomass yield in swine wastewater
compared to its growth in conventional medium.
Setting up of culture vessels for the propagation of
microalgae from swine wastewater
Biodesulfurization of Crude Oil
Microbial biodesulfurization is a potential technology for
use in biorefinery of fossil-derived petro fuels. ITDI has
developed a direct microbial catalytic bioconversion
technology for diesel fuel using pre-adapted facultative
thermo strain. This involves isolation of local Gram-positive
bacterium .
Biodesulfurizatin of crude oil won accolades by placing
1st during the best poster exhibit competition in connection with the 76th anniversary celebration of NRCP early
this year.
Microbial isolates from soil microcosm were obtained and
grown in culture media enriched with dibenzothiophene
(DBT). Selection of the microorganism was done by screening for fluorescence and colorimetry. Analysis of spent
media from the isolate showed 200% activity compared
with controls using pure DBT.
Normally, the process used for removing bound organic
sulfur in crude oil is hydrodesulfurization. The Institute
researched on an alternative technology or process for
removal of bound organic sulfur in crude oil using microorganisms.
Analysis of the treated crude oil feedstock indicated direct
microbial catalytic bioconversion of the crude oil. Tests
have been conducted to validate results, which show
that with the use of local microbial isolates, we see a high
potential for desulfurization of organically bound sulfur in
crude oil.
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Analysis of metabolic by-product of desulfurization
by Spectro photometry
Environment
Development of Solar Photocatalytic Reactor for Treating Textile Dyes in Wastewater
ITDI developed a simple, low-cost but advanced photocatalytic oxidation technology for very stable and
potentially toxic textile dyes in wastewater. This will benefit
small-scale wastewater generators. It is easy to maintain,
does not require continuous addition of chemicals and it
does not generate secondary pollutants during treatment.
Likewise, the technology operates under ordinary temperature & pressure, thus, it is safe compared to other advanced
oxidation methods.
Based on the results of experiments, the solar photocatalytic reactor can completely decolorize dye-contaminated wastewater from a handicraft dyeing process within
2 hours of treatment. Further studies are underway to
optimize parameters for pilot-scale operations and for
applications to other types of recalcitrant organic
compounds in wastewater.
Collection of samples from solar photocatalytic
reactor units for chemical analysis
Solidification of Chromium-Bearing Waste Sludge from Leather Tannery
The presence of very high concentrations of toxic chromium in the sludge of wastewater treatment plants makes
disposal problematic for leather tannery industries. To
address this, ITDI researchers developed a clay-based
solidification technique to immobilize chromium in the
sludge.
Different binding agents such as clay, cement and sahara
were incorporated at different proportions in the sludge
and allowed to cure for 28 days at ambient conditions.
Clay materials used were obtained from Batangas,
Pampanga and Tarlac. Various physico-chemical analyses
particularly, toxicity characteristic leaching procedure
(TCLP) and compressibility tests showed that the formulations using only Batangas clay and the sludge can completely immobilize chromium in the solidified products.
Field tests are in progress to validate the performance of
the solidification method at actual conditions.
Solidification of Chromium-Bearing Waste Sludge
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Improvement of Production and Waste Management Practices of Leather Tanning Industry through Cleaner Production and Energy Efficiency
To help the leather tanning industry address their waste
generation problems and at the same time improve their
production efficiency, ITDI conducted Cleaner Production
(CP) assessments and energy audits at the leather tanning
plant of Valenzuela Tannery Corporation in Meycauayan,
Bulacan. This project is part of the integrated package of
technologies and services being provided by the institute
to the company.
It was found that production processes such as soaking/
liming, chrome-tanning and retanning consume large
volumes of water, and generate most of the effluents being
treated in the wastewater treatment plant. CP team recommended several CP options that significantly prevent or
reduce waste and wastewater generation as well as lessen
energy consumption in these areas.
Splitting process for raw hides at Valenzuela Tannery Plant
Field Testing of Pilot Scale Microbial Removal of Chromium Compounds from Tannery Waste A test treatment facility was set-up at a Valenzuela Tannery
in Meycauayan, Bulacan. Its capacity is 5 cubic meters. Part
of the wastewater generated by this plant was diverted to
the test facility for technology performance evaluation. This
was treated via microbial process under aerobic conditions.
Locally-isolated yeast was produced in the laboratory at
10 L and later scaled up to 1,000 L for pilot testing. Resulting yeast inoculum was then used to treat 1,000 L wastewater effluent placed in bioreactor tank wherein chromium
metals were gradually removed. Recirculation of wastewater is stopped when the desired heavy metals concentration
is reached. This usually takes 6 days.
Results of tests & analyses indicate a 50 % chromium
removal after 24-hr treatment and almost 100 % removal
after 6 days.
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In-situ biological treatment of chromium laden sludge
Health &
Health Products
Performance Testing of Solvent Extractor for Floral
Essential Oils
In support of the National Research & Development (R&D)
Program in Manufacturing & Production as well as in Health
R&D, ITDI embarked on studies in essential oils, including
floral aromatics from locally available plant materials. The
research group designed and fabricated a bench-scale prototype solvent extractor, which was used for floral essential
oils from sampaguita flowers.
For maximized use of the prototype, extraction of other
flowers like roses and ylang-ylang was also done. Sampaguita flowers were processed continuously and processing
parameters were likewise established for the 3 floral materials tested, using organic solvents. Products obtained were
analyzed for physico-chemical properties and compared
with existing standards.
Bench-scale prototype solvent extractor for
essential oils
Processing of Philippine Herbal Materials for
Dietary Supplement
ITDI recognizes the availability of low-cost, safe and
traditionally used herbs, which are also encouraged &
recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Two medicinal plants namely: Zingiber officinale (ginger)
and Cinnamomum marcadoi Vidal (cinnamon, kalingag)
were considered for this study. Rhizomes of ginger and
the leaves & bark of cinnamon were processed into dietary/
health supplements and/or as traditional medicine.
Extraction was done strictly following the established
quality control measures, followed by the determination of
efficacy and safety and analysis of the products for pharmacological activities.
Ginger, cinnamon, other herbal materials for
dietary supplement
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Efficacy & Safety of Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) as Natural
Antimicrobial Ingredient in Personal Care Products
ITDI performed efficacy & safety test on 2 Virgin Coconut
Oil (VCO) samples as natural antimicrobial ingredient in
personal care products. The samples were analyzed for
fatty acid profile, iodine value, moisture &
volatile matter content and peroxide value.
Results were compared with standard
values of Codex Alimentarius, the Asian
Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) and
the Philippine National Standards (PNS).
Microbial contamination and antimicrobial activity were likewise assessed and
the finished products were then evaluated
for stability.
Results of tests conducted on the ITDIproduced VCO sample indicated values that
met standards set by the
3 above cited bodies. This particular sample
therefore, is recommended
for use the formulation of specific personal care products.
Analyses of VCO-based personal care products
Pre-clinical Study of Dietary Supplement from Moringa oleifera (Malunggay), Syzygium cumini (Duhat) and Musa Sapientum (Saba)
In support of ITDI’s previous study on the antidiabetic
property of the dietary supplement (malunggay, duhat &
banana), this study tested the dietary supplement
consisting of extracts of Moringa oleifera (malunggay)
leaves, Syzygium cumini (duhat) leaves & Musa sapientum
fruits. Tests consisted of analysis for heavy metals, acute
oral toxicity, physico-chemical properties and antidiabetis
property. Test results showed that the dietary supplement
conformed to the Reference Limits, thus considered safe.
Clinical Tests are underway.
Raw materials for the dietary supplement
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Design & Fabrication of a 15 Kg/min Salt-iodizing Machine (Screw-type)
To address the pressing need of small entrepreneurs in
strictly abiding to the ASIN Law, ITDI designed, developed &
fabricated a continuous, screw-type iodizing machine that
can iodize coarse & fine salt with moisture content of up to
10%.
This is a welcome development as small-scale salt
producers proliferate in various parts of the country
(scattered) making iodized salt hardly available in remote
areas. Large-scale producers penetrate markets in highly
urbanized areas thus, distribution of iodized salt remains
a problem. Making this machine available at affordable
price can contribute largely to solving iodized salt distribution inequity. Initial trial runs on the performance of the
machine indicate positive & encouraging results.
Salt iodizing machine
Water Filtration System: Ceramic Pot Type Filter
A simple and cost efficient water filtration system for
household use was developed using red clay from
Ma. Aurora, Aurora Province. The system consists of a terra
cotta pot type water filter that has been coated with nano
sized colloidal silver with anti-microbial properties to eliminate water borne microorganisms.
The set-up consists of the ceramic pot hung atop the
container, which is fitted with a faucet at the bottom. A
lid is placed on top of the filter to prevent contamination.
Water is poured into the developed pot filter and water
passes through the pores and collected in the container.
Water samples from various parts of Metro Manila were
filtered using this system. Microbial analysis of water
samples collected from this ceramic water pot indicate its
effectiveness as results show conformance to standards of
Philippine National Standard (PNS) for drinking water.
Set-up of the water filtration system using developed
ceramic pot type filter
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Nanotechnology
Development of Biodegradable Thermoplastic Starch-
Clay Bio-Nanocomposite Films for Green Packaging
The study aims to develop biodegradable packaging
material using functionalized/layered silicates (clay
minerals) in thermoplastic starch via polymer melt
processing techniques. To transform starch into a thermoplastic material suitable for food packaging applications,
it was chemically modified and restructured. Nanoclay
was added to thermoplastic starch and resulting blends
were processed into films. Results showed that meltintercalation of the nanoclay in the polymer matrix produced oriented nanostructures of the clay layers. The
topographical and morphological structures of the starchclay nanocomposites exhibited less porous surface
compared with pure thermoplastic starch indicating a
more impermeable membrane. The developed bionanocomposite films are intrinsically biodegradable and
suitable for green packaging applications.
Extruded & pelletized starch-clay
bionanocomposite films
Calendering process of making starch-clay bionanocomposite films
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Other
Priority Areas
Recycling of Waste Rubber Crumb for Construction Application
In the Philippines, generation of waste rubber tires
continues to increase with the increasing number of
vehicles. The surmounting problem of waste rubber
tire generation, which is a concern not only of environmentalists but also for health reasons therefore calls for an
effective rubber recycling technology.
The country is largely dependent on importation of natural
and synthetic rubber for the manufacture of rubber
products. With recycling of waste rubber tires for possible
use in the manufacture of ‘other’ rubber products of
commercial value, dependence on imported rubber may
be lessened. Initial studies were done using activated waste
rubber particles in combination with natural latex, sulfur
and processing oil. Resulting products were subjected to
tensile properties, tear strength, hardness, compression
set, chemical resistance & weather. Results were very
encouraging as the produced rubber tiles exhibited
properties comparable to commercial rubber tiles.
Sample products using activated rubber particles from
‘waste rubber tires’
Development/Improvement of Transport Packaging Technology for Non-Food Products e.g. House Decors and Furniture
Completed the transport packaging design for 14 types
of house decors and 8 types of furniture. Impact of
improved transport packaging design includes reduced
packaging cost by about 25 to 35%, significant drop on
shipment cost due to reduction in packaging/material
size, and increased level of confidence of their buyers/
importers.
Transport packaging design (structure & cushion)
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Diffusion of
NEW KNOWLEDGE &
TECHNOLOGIES
Significant strides in reaching out to entrepreneurs/
would-be entrepreneurs, academe and the public at large
have been made to fully maximize transfer and commercialization of developed technologies through the conduct
of various training programs within and outside the
Institute premises, collaboration with DOST for the
promotion of technologies on a region-wide approach and/
or under the Small Enterprises Technology Upgrading
Program (SET-UP), participation in exhibits, trade fairs
and scientific/techno-investment fora, and promotion of
capabilities, products and services through educational
tours e.g. lakbay-aral as well as its enhanced media
relations and efficient information campaign and
library services.
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Technology Transfer
& Commercialization
In line with efforts toward full and serious implementation
of RA 9003 or Ecological Solid Wastes Management Act,
the institute continues its advocacy on the setting up of
Materials Recovery Facilities (MRF) for the segregation of
wastes. Likewise, it continues to promote and transfer
technologies i.e. the Bioreactor, Biogas Digester and
Plastic Densifier. The trio continued to be among the most
requested technologies of various LGUs and environmentconscious communities.
In 2010, ITDI reports takers of Bioreactor (500 and 100 kg
capacities) in regions III, IV-A, VI, VII, IX, X and NCR. The
Biogas Digester on the other hand, was transferred in
Region IV-A while the Plastic Densifier was transferred to
takers in Region IV-A, IX and X. In addition to these SWMrelated technologies, the Vinegar Acetator has been
transferred to several takers in Regions IV-A & B, VIII, IX, X
and NCR. And, two takers from NCR adopted the
technology for Water Retort.
Conscious efforts to reach out to the countryside was
facilitated through collaboration with the DOST Regional/
Provincial Offices or Centers. Such gave rise to the
establishment of several Micro, Small to Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs) leading to an improved socioeconomic situation therein. MSMEs undoubtedly form
the backbone of the country’s economy. The Institute
takes pride in its contribution through technologies like
Decorative Tiles & Pottery; Salt Production/Iodization;
Canned Mango Juice; Standardized process for Muscovado,
making product at par with international suppliers;
specialty soap/liquid detergent & fabric softener; vinegar
using acetator calamansi processing into consumer items.
Other contributions are in the area of technical assistance/
intervention i.e., for the operation of a coconut oil milling
machine; setting up of an essential oil plant; operation of
a 13 Hp generator; calibration of truck scales/other
metrology-related needs; GMP on Food Processing;
design & fabrication of equipment like water retort, cleaner
production technologies; among many others, including
accreditation of fabricators of institute-developed /
generated equipment e.g. bioreactor, styro/plastic densifier
and food processing equipment.
Summary of Commercialized Technologies
TECHNOLOGY
No. of
Takers
LOCATION
Acetator Kit for Vinegar Manufacture
6
Piat, Cagayan; Calanasan, Apayao; Tarlac;
Compostela Valley & Tagum Davao;
Pangasinan; Sultan Kudarat
Wine Fermetation Kit
2
Calanasan, Apayao & Sultan Kudarat
Bioreactor Adoption (fabrication)
4
Cagayan de Oro; Cebu City & Las Piñas City
Food Processing Equipment (fabrication)
1
Parañaque City
Plastic Densifier (fabrication)
1
Cebu City
Virgin Coconut Oil
2
Baler, Auora; North Cotabato
Nata de Coco Production
1
Cagayan de Oro
Decorative Tiles & Pottery
2
Itbayat, Batanes & Baler, Aurora
Muscovado - Common Service Facility (CSF)
1
Santiago, Isabela
Coffee, Cacao, Coco Syrup & Sugar Production
1
Davao
Coconut Syrup
1
Camiguin
Pure Cane Vinegar Processing & Basi Manufacture
1
Pangasinan
Kalamansi Processing
1
Calanasan, Apayao
Essential Oils
1
Sarangani
Salt Production
2
Catarman, No. Samar; Liloan, So. Leyte
Salt Iodization
2
Bauan, Batangas & Kawit, Cavite
Liquid Detergents & Fabric Conditioner
1
Calamba City
Mango Processing
1
Parañaque City
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Technology Transfer:
Training & Demonstration
The year 2010 realized the conduct of 61 training on various
technologies and technical skills under the DOST SET-UP.
A total of 1349 participants benefited from these training
programs, which were done on-site, countrywide basis.
Areas of training were diversified, and involved: food/food
additives/safety; pottery, bricks & tiles; fabrication/
operation of equipment; calibration/metrology-related
topics; energy audit & cleaner production assessment;
liquid detergent, soap & fabric softener; among many
others.
Training on VCO production
Training on calibration of volumetric wares
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The conduct of regular and special training was likewise
pursued and 30 of these benefited a total of 413
participants. These were held within the Institute premises,
at the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in Alabang,
Muntinlupa, in Port Area, Manila, the House of
Representatives in Quezon City and other parts of the
National Capital Region (NCR).
Energy audit House of Representatives Office, Q.C.
Trainer’s training on Energy Conservation, Mgmt. / Audit
Technology Transfer:
Information Dissemination
The Institute continually pursued promotional activities
and enhanced its media relations through the conduct of 3
Press Conferences, two of which were held in the Institute
premises while one was held in a Hotel. Press people were
likewise tapped for coverage of significant event/s i.e. the
ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with the ASEAN Foundation and with Korea Institute
of Materials Science (KIMS). The Institute is overwhelmed by
the show of interest of media friends via the large number
of attendees in Press Conference/s even with short notice
and the notion that coming to Bicutan takes ages due to
the heavy traffic from any point of origin.
The Institute generated a total of 19 Press & Broadcast
Releases and officials/experts had 26 television and radio
exposures. It is interesting to note that based on limited
monitoring, the institute was able to publish 15 press
releases with a media value of approximately PhP218,016.
In addition to the aforecited, there were also releases on the
cybernet.
Despite limitations in the number of warm bodies, and
the absence of a bonafide librarian, the Library Services
(LS) Unit continued to serve in-house and outside clients
through the Current Awareness Service (CAS) which comes
out on a quarterly basis and provision of requested
materials from TIS, vertical files, available books & serials/
periodicals and searches, including downloads. It has
enhanced its collections through downloads from
SCOPUS, Elsevier, Science.ph, others as an active partner
in the e-library project through the Science & Technology
Information Network or ScINET. The very useful downloads
are in the areas of fuels & energy; nanotechnology; food
process/engineering; and ASTM Standards, which are direly
needed by analysts/researchers of the Institute. In addition,
the LS continually receives complimentary publications
from partner Institutions and can easily retrieve materials
from other DOST agencies and partner Institutions
(government & private) through membership in networks
like NUTRINET, SciNET and PSciJourn.
MOA signing cum Press Conference
Press Conference during the Launching of the
Jatropha Processing & Testisng Center
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Participation in S&T
Fora, Exhibits, Fairs,
Seminar Workshop
ITDI experts served as Resource Speakers in various S&T/
Technology Investment Fora (TIF) and/or Seminar-Workshops in different parts of the country through collaborative
efforts or direct requests from Regional/Provincial Offices/
Centers. These include: Technology on Solid Waste Segregation & Characterization for LGUs in Bicol Region; Seminar
on the Use of Energy Audit Equipment & Workshop on the
Formulation of Energy Audit Report for DOST II Audit Team
for government & private sectors in Tuguegarao, Cagayan;
Packaging & Labeling Forum for both private & government
Sectors in Boac, Marinduque; Proper & safe use of food
additives for NCR; Equipment design/selection for small
scale food processing for food processors in Matina, Davao
City; and Fish/Lamayo Production & GMP for producers in
Occidental Mindoro.
S&T Cluster Fairs
ITDI Presentation at Pamilyang OFWs exhibit
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As in past years, the institute actively pursued promotion
of technologies/technical services through participation in
EXHIBITS, both DOST/ITDI-organized and/or upon request.
These include Environment-related event in Riverbanks
Center, Marikina City and in DENR Offices in Quezon City;
DOST National Science & Technology Fair (NSTF) at the
Centennial Hall of Manila Hotel; DOST Northern Luzon
S&T Cluster Fair in Santiago, Isabela; Southern Luzon S&T
Cluster Fair in Puerto Princesa, Palawan; Visayas S&T Cluster
Fair in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental; Mindanao S&T Cluster
Fair in Cagayan de Oro City; National Biotechnology Week
in SMX-MOA; and OFWs Jobs Fair cum Exhibit, an annual
OFWs’ activity in PTTC, Pasay City.
PTD Exhibit at SMX, MOA
CP Training in Tuguegarao
Science & Technology
SERVICES
The Institute continued to serve the different sectors of
industry through its technical services e.g. testing &
analysis, calibration, cleaner production technologies at
the manufacturing level, environmental technology
verification (ETV), innovations in package/label design,
among others that are crucial to the quality assurance
and global positioning of the various products of the
institute’s stakeholders.
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Standards & Testing Division National Metrology Division
(STD) conducts tests and analyses through its
(NMD) conducts calibration and measurement testBiological Laboratory for microbiological, pharmacological
and toxicological tests; Organic & Inorganic Chemistry
Laboratory; and Physical & Performance Testing Laboratory
(PPTL) that covers Formula of Conversion and Material
Testing. This division generated a total income of
PhP6,096.806, breakdown of which is: 1,709.780 from the
Biological Section, 1,798,611 from the Chemistry Section and
2,588,415 from the PPTL
The Microbiology Section of the Biological Laboratory has
been accredited to Philippine Accreditation Office (PAO)-ISO/
IEC 17025 while the Pharmacological & Toxicological Sections
are on their way to ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for the
following: diuretic, anti-inflammatory, dermal irritation,
dermal sensitization, acute oral toxicity and acute dermal
toxicity tests with 3rd quarter 2011 as target date.
Upgrading of PTTL via acquisition of new equipment namely:
weatherometer, pipe hydrostatic & burst testing machine and
computer controlled hydraulic compression machine made
possible the phase-in of new tests for pipes, pressure vessels,
concrete cylinders, plastic and rubber materials
ing services, which generated a total income of P 7,426,776.
Total number of clients served was 6186, breakdown: 414
from the government sector, 815 from industry and 4957
private individuals.
It is noteworthy to mention that NMD’s calibration laboratories have attained accreditation to DIN EN ISO/IEC
17025:2005, awarded by Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle
GmbH, DAkkS, the German Accreditation body. Said laboratories went through stringent assessment procedures, after
which they are deemed competent to carry out calibrations
in the field of temperature, mass & pressure.
Packaging Technology
Division (PTD) continues to serve
different sectors of industry via package development and
label design. These generated an income of 126,350 and
253,181 respectively, for a total of PhP379,531
Environment & Biotechnology
Division (EBD)’s Cleaner
Production or CP Section continues
to conduct environmental technology verification (ETV) for
industry. It generated a total income of PhP238,000
R&D Divisions jointly or individually served
different sectors of industry, government sectors and private
individuals via different technical services e.g. use of facilities,
tests & evaluation, technical assistance and thesis assistance.
Income generated: 597,950; 1,798,662, 4,349; and 116,125
respectively for a total of 2,517,086
Type of Service
Package Development
Label Design
PhP
126,350.00
253,181.00
Use of Facilities
181
597,950.00
Tests & Evaluation
230
1,798,662.00
28
238,000.00
1
4,349.00
34
116,125.00
512
PhP3,134.617.00
Technical Assistance
Thesis Assistance
TOTAL
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Income
Derived
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ETV
26
No. of Clients
who availed
Science & Technology
LINKAGES
The Institute maintains its scientific
linkages and international cooperation
with different organizations to facilitate
information exchange and bring about opportunities for the development of R&D programs
of mutual interest, particularly in the fields
of chemicals, energy, environment, biotechnology, foods, materials science, packaging technology, including expert, consultancy services
and exchange visits.
These linkages help the institute generate
resources for research through funding
assistance and grant of costly, state-of-the-art
equipment. These also provide opportunities for
capability building through training, attendance to conferences, seminar/workshops,
conventions & meetings.
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S&T Collaboration and
Partnerships
The Country, through this Institute maintains its engagement
with the regional organization and worldwide metrological
system through its membership status as an Associate State
of the General Conference on Weights & Measures (Conference Generale des Poids et Mesures, CGPM), and as a full
member of the Asia Pacific Metrology Program.
ITDI has fostered other forms of enhancement through partnerships with academic institutions, professional organizations and industry associations in the local and foreign scene.
It has linked with various groups within and outside the
department while continually coordinating and cooperating
with local and international NETWORKS.
Packaging expert discusses with client
o
In-house training on food styling and
photography for PTD designers and transport
packaging design for PTD engineers
ITDI-KIMS collaborative research: “Plasma-Treated Abaca
Fiber Reinforced Plastics for Wind Blade Application”
Linkages have bolstered research collaboration, capability
building, among others, for the benefit of the researchers and
the Institute in general.
Projects under partnership:
JICA-assisted: “Enhancing the Competitiveness of SMEs in
the Regions by Providing Appropriate Seminar, Training
and Technology on Packaging”
o Conduct of seminars nationwide on Brand
Development (5); Transport Packaging for
Fresh Produce (3); Packaging Techniques (3) and
Transport Packaging for Non-Food (1)
o Consultative meetings cum plant visit (34) and farm
visits (4)
Wind Propeller blades
28
o Localization of technology for wind propeller blades
using local indigenous materials
o Use of glass fiber or abaca fiber composites, which
were evaluated for properties, features, stress
tolerance, advantages & disadvantages
o Above for use as wind blades, for installation/
application in communities where wind, which is
free, unlimited could be harnessed for energy
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Specific partnerships took fruition in the year under review,
like:
A Memorandum of Understanding between this Institute
and the Korea Research Institute for Standards and Science
(KRISS) provided a mechanism for scientific and technological cooperation in METROLOGY as well as in strengthening
relations between ITDI & KRISS. Exchange of scientific and
technical knowledge and augmentation of technical capabilities are elaborated in the cooperative activities
Participants in National Awareness Seminar on Metrology
Other forms of linkages include technical cooperation or
collaboration in the areas of metrology, standards (including those for food products i.e. ethnic foods, fish sauces
& paste, among others), tests and analyses. These involve
international and local partners and involve institute experts
in multi-disciplines, seating in meetings, workshops, etc. for
international and national concerns.
Training in photometry
Technical Cooperation Project of the Federal Republic of
Germany with the Philippines: ITDI, as one of the national
implementation partners and with Physikalisch-Technische
Bundesanstalt (PTB), the National Metrology Institute of
Germany as implementing agency rendered substantial
support for the internationally recognized accreditation of
NMD’s measurement services.
DOST Sec. MGMontejo sits in meeting between ITDI & PTB
Asia-Pacific Metrology Program (APMP) – the Institute has
been an active player in the APMP and it in fact, hosted the
APMP mid-year meetings in 2010, including the conduct of a
“National Awareness Symposium on Metrology”.
Some of these include the Codex Alimentarius Commission;
International Development Research Center (IDRC); ASEAN
Foundation (AF); International Center for Environmental
Technology Transfer (ICETT); Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO); ASEAN-Korean Cooperation. Local Partners,
through the years include the Bureau of Product Standards
(BPS); Department of Energy (DOE); Department of Health
(DOH); Department of Transportation & Communication
(DOTC); Bureau of Food & Drugs, now Food & Drug Administration (FDA); Bureau of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources
(BFAR); Department of Trade & Industry-Center for International Trade, Expositions & Missions (DTI-CITEM); DOST
through TECHNICOM, GIA & SET-UP as well as its Councils
like PCIEERD, PCHRD, PCARRD; the Phil. Metrology Standards,
Testing Quality, Inc. (MSTQ); among others.
We have collaborative activities with Philippine Plastics
Industry Association, Inc. (PPIA) for the enhancement of
entrepreneurship in the plastic sector and development of
environmentally acceptable products and alternative plastics
recycling technologies. Likewise, we have partnered with
Polystyrene Packaging Council of the Philippines (PPCP) for
the development and promotion of innovative technologies
for recycling polystyrene packaging materials.
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Awards & Citations
ITDI continued to rake in laurels and gain accolades for its
significant outputs.
Accounting Section, FMD lands in the Hall of Fame, AGAP
o The Packaging Transport Laboratory of the Packaging
Technology Division (PTD) is certified by the
International Safe Transit Association or ISTA.
o PTD has likewise become a full member of the
International Association of Packaging Research
Institutes (IAPRI)
National Inventions Competition & Exhibit NICE 2010 Winners
Accreditation of the National Metrology Laboratory (NML)
to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 by the Deutsche
Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH, DAkkS, an internationally
recognized German Accreditation Body.
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MICOSPhil Winners
Human Resources
Working on its 3-pronged mandate of Research &
Development (R&D), Technology Transfer and TechniCal Services, the lean force of the Institute has achieved
significant output as expounded
in this Performance Report for 2010. ITDI
continued to enhance its manpower capacities through
various forms of training and scholarships for advanced
studies for technical and nontechnical staff.
We have availed of training, seminar/workshops and we
have sent our personnel to professional conventions,
congress, symposia, meetings and the like. With our
participation in these activities, we have gained added
knowledge, enhanced skills and recognition as well.
These were in fields of Biotechnology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biosafety, Food Technology, Packaging technology, design and testing, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition
& Health, Pharmaceuticals Research, Local Salt Production
as well as in non-technical fields like Info System User
Acceptance for Human Resources (HR) & HR-related matters, Revised IRR on Government Procurement, Internal Audit and ISO-related topics, Ergonomics, Climate
Change Issues & Concerns, among many others.
As of the close of 2010, human resources consist of 124
Male, which makes up 34% while 174 make up the
Female power or a good 47% of the workforce. ITDI
consists of human resources that are predominantly
college degree holders, and a growing number of PhD
and Ms Degree holders. The current count of 10 PhDs
will soon increase by at least 7, with the continuing
studies of our scholars in the fields of Biochemistry,
Genetics, Chemistry, Communication Development,
Business/Public Administration and Public Management.
Our 50-strong MS/MA degree holders on the other hand
will soon rise in number as well, with the on-going
serious studies of our scholars in the fields of Chemistry,
Energy, Engineering, Food Science, Electronics Communication Engineering, Technology Management, and Public
Management. The roster of advanced degree holders
therefore, will immensely increase very soon.
ITDI MANPOWER PROFILE
as of December 31, 2010
No. of Authorized Positions
No. of Filled Positions
No. of Unfilled Positions
No. of Contractual Employees
No. of Casual Employees
ITDI Manpower Profile
Male
Female
Vacant
Male
200
Female
150
Vacant
100
50
0
Educational Profile
Ph.D
200
150
100
MS/MA
BS
Below
BS
50
369
298
71
12
0
0
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Financial Statements
The Institute worked on a budget allotment of
PhP148,212,00. From this amount, a large chunk - 62.43%
was allocated for MFO 1 or Research and Development (R&D),
27.67% for MFO 3 or S&T Services while 9.9% was for MFO 2
or Technology Transfer.
2010 Budget by MFO
For an appreciation of the Budget by Allotment Class by
Program, Activity and Project, pie charts are presented
in this spread. Compared with the 2009 allotment of
PhP151,242,000.00, the budget was 2% lower but the Institute came up with significant outputs for which other sister
agencies, awarding bodies and clients in general explicitly
and implicitly gave accolades.
MFO1
MFO2
MFO3
The meager budget plus lean work force were augmented by
resourcefulness and commitment/dedication for the honor
and continuing fruitful and credible exixtence of this
instistute.
2010 Budget by Program, Activity & Project
Geneneral
Administration &
Support Services
Support to
Operations
Operations
2010 Budget by Allotment Class
Capital Outlay
0.00%
Personal
Services
MOOE
Capital
Outlay
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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
Balance Sheet
As of December 31, 2010
Condensed
RA-General Fund
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash
Cash on Hand
Cash in Banks - Local Currency
1,038,036.08
1,763,198.66
2,801,234.74
Receivables
Receivables Accounts
Inter - Agency Receivables
Intra - Agency Receivables
Other Receivables
3,053,601.44
25,155,230.73
30,736.99
118,318.69
28,357,887.85
Inventories
Supplies
Prepayments
Other Current Assets
229,810.95
5,665,064.83
920,228.73
Investment
Investment in Securities
Property, Plant and Equipment
Land and Land Improvements
Buildings
Leasehold Improvements
Office Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures
Machineries and Equipment
Transportation Equipment
Other Assets
TOTAL ASSETS
37,974,227.10
271,790.00
707,876.79
125,243,225.19
5,998,363.21
11,635,108.39
121,400,249.32
2,237,707.42
267,222,530.32
41,179,370.59
346,647,918.01
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Payable Accounts
Inter - Agency Payables
Other Liability Accounts
TOTAL LIABILITIES
3,356,308.59
14,064,144.25
1,694,007.10
19,114,459.94
19,114,459.94
EQUITY
Government Equity
TOTAL EQUITY
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
327,533,458.07
327,533,456,07
346,647,918.01
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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
Statement of Income and Expenses
For the Period ending December 31, 2010
Condensed
RA - General Fund
Income
General Income Accounts
Subsidy Income
Other Income
222,366,465.25
6,208,579.72
Gross Income
Less: Expenses
Personal Services
Salaries and Wages
Other Compensation
Personal Benefits Contributions
Other Personal Benefits
73,439,215.21
60,408,118.35
10,186,863.41
1,759,673.47
Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses
Traveling Expenses
Training and Scholarship Expenses
Supplies and Material Expenses
Utility Expenses
Communication Expenses
Advertising Expenses
Printing and Binding Expenses
Rent Expenses
Representation Expenses
Transportation and Delivery Services
Subscriptions Expenses
Professional Services
3,788,013,20
480,942.45
10,159,979.97
15,667,912.38
405,215.90
16,800.00
179,487.50
185,478.91
1,254,474.73
26,167.07
48,356.00
5,349,176.86
Repair and Maintenance
Buildings
Office Equipment, Furniture & Fixtures
Machineries & Equipment
Transportation Equipment
228,575,044.97
2,924,231.93
345,795.23
577,282.00
211,837.75
Confidential, Intelligence, Extraordinary & Misc. Ex.
Other Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses
Total Operating Expenses
Net Income (Loss)
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145,793,870.44
4,059,146.91
107,600.00
Taxes, Insurance Premiums & Other Expenses
Non-Cash Expenses
Depression
Buildings
Leasehold Improvements
Office Equipment - Furniture & Fixtures
Machineries & Equipment
Transportaion Equipment
228,575,044.97
1,017,050.52
6,414,833.24
268,583.40
2,580,396.47
9,218,457.02
298,321.39
18,780,591.52
2,492,725.30
64,019,119.22
209,812,989.66
18,762,055.31
Table 1. LIST OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS FILED
Date Filed
Title / Registry Number
15 Dec. 2009 (Com. rec’ved: 06
Jan.. 2010)
An Improved Portable Biogas Digester
Reg. No. 2-2009-00506 (TAPI assisted)
17 March
Production of Biodiesel from Used-Cooking Oil Feedstock
Reg. No. 2-2010-000104
07 April
Caffeine: A Novel Slimming Agent
Reg. No. 2-2010-000143
07 April
Natural-Based Analgesic Balm
Reg. No. 2-2010-000144
02 August
An Anaerobic Filter Bed Baffled Reactor
Reg. No. 2-2009-00401 (utility model)
03 December
Development of Sugar Alternative: Pineapple Sugars
Reg. No. 2-2010-000577 (utility model)
03 December
Nanocomposite from Recycled Polycarbonate and Treated Clay
Reg. No. 2-2008-000551
Nanocomposite from Recycled Polycarbonate and Treated Clay (Process)
Reg. No. 2-2009-000295
Water Retort machine for Processing Foods Packed in Flexible Retort Pouches
Reg. No. 2-2010-000576
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Table 2. R & D PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED
PROJECT TITLE / FUNDING AGENCY
DIV
STATUS
Application testing of microemulsified hybrid fuel from Jatropha and Coconut Oils
Scale-up Production of Methyl Ester Used Vegetable Oils and Performance Testing of the
Continuous-Type Biofuel Reactor - ITDI Funded
-do-
Solar Biomass Hybrid for Multi Drying-Applications
-do-
Efficacy and safety of VCO as Natural Antimicrobial in Personal Care Products
CHEMICALS AND ENERGY DIVISION (CED)
Completed
Performance Testing of Solvent Extractor for Floral Aromatics
-do-
Standardization and Modification of Iodized Salt Facility by Cooking Method
-do-
Design and Fabrication of Salt Iodization Machine (Screw Type Mixer)
-do-
Pilot Production and Testing of Biofuel from Jatropha Curcas - PNOC-PCIERD-DOST Funded
-do
Laboratory Synthesis of Monolaurin from Glycerol Waste of Methyl Ester Processing - ITDI Funded
-do-
Carbon Nanostructure Synthesis via Horizontal Vapor Phase Deposition Using Activated
Carbon
-do-
Synthesis of Alkyd Resin from Jatropha Curcas Oil (For Application Testing)
-do-
Processing of Philippine Herbal Materials
-do-
Co-gasification of Low Grade Coal and Biomass as Alternative Sources of Energy for SMEs by
Fluidized Bed Gasifier
-do-
Clean Gas Production by Fluidized Bed Gasification of Jatropha by-Product for Heat and Power
Application
-do-
Combined Heat and Power Generation with Activated Carbon Production by Fluidized Bed
Gasification
-do-
Production and Use of Hydrogen from Biomass as an Alternative Fuel
-do-
Energy Benchmarking of Industrial Processes and Equipment in the Food Industry
-do-
Fuel Composite from Carbonized Jatropha by-Products and Other Biomass - ITDI-PNOC Funded
-do-
Thermal Processing of Industrial Wastes by Pyrolysis
Biolubricants from Vegetable Oils
Pre-clinical Study of Dietary Supplement from Maringa Oleifera (Malunggay). Syzygium cumnini
(Duhat) Ana Musa Saprintum (Saba)
Characterization and Evaluation of Glycerine and Biomass (Jatropha Pressed Cake) to Create
Renewable Energy
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On-going
-doCompleted
-do-
ENVIRONMENT AND BIOTECHNOLOGY DIVISION (EBD)
DIV
STATUS
PROJECT TITLE / FUNDING AGENCY
Energy Benchmarking of Industrial Processes and Equipment in the Food Industry - ITDI
On-going
Design of a Purification and Separation Process for the Production of Hydrogen from the Product
Gas of the Existing ITDI Biomass Gasifier - ITDI
Completed
Improvement of Existing DOST-Assisted Biogas Digester
Improvement of the Portable Biogas Digester for Households and Backyard Piggeries
Design and Development of a Local Flaring System for Biogas Digesters with Surfeit Methane Gas
Development of Improved Technology for Biogas Electricity Generation
Improvement of Production and Waste Management Practices of Leather Tanneries Through
Cleaner Production / Energy Efficiency
Anaerobic Treatment of Wastewater from the Leather Tanning Industry using a UASB Reactor
Solidification of Chromium-Bearing Residual Wastes from Leather Tanning Industry
Field Testing of a Pilot Scale Microbial Removal of Chromium Compounds from Tannery Wastes
Production of Leather Boards from the Chromium-Containing Solid Waste of the Leather Tanning
Industry
Development of Solar Photocatalytic Reactor for Treating Synthetic Organic Dyes in Wastewater
Microalgae for Wastewater Treatment and Biomass Production
Microbial Decolorization of Natural Dyes in Textile and Fiber Production Effluents - ITDI
On-going
Microbial Screening Biodesulfurization of Petroleum Fuels - ITDI
Completed
Quality Improvement of Quezon Tikoy (GIA-Project)
Quality Improvement of Local Rice Wine “Tapuy”
Development of Sugar Alternatives: A. Pineapple
FOOD PROCESSING DIVISION (FPD)
Development of Sugar Alternatives: B: Nipa and Coco Sap - ITDI
Completed
Utilization of Export rejects of Okra, Japanese variety, into processed products
Development of Bouquet using Local Wood spp. On local Wines and Spirit by Infusion (GIA)
Prototyping of a Portable Smokehouse Kit - ITDI
On-going
Prototyping of Down-sized Vacuum Fryer
Conversion of Steam Retort to Automated Water Spray Retort
Development of Standards for Ethnic Foods: Salt Fermented Fish and Shellfish - ITDI
Completed
Development of Product Identity for Ginger (Zingiber officionale) Brew or Salamat (formerly:
Establishment of Product and Process Parameters for Instant Ginger (Zingiber Officionale) Brew
or Salabat) - ITDI
On-going
Production and Distribution of Emergency Food Reserve (EFR) from Selected Crops: GovernmentPrivate Sector - ITDI
Completed
Establishment of Product/Process Parameters for Traditional Filipino Viands as Meal Ready to Eat
(MRE) Rations for Disaster, Calamity and Relief Operations - ITDI
Completed
Quality Assessment and Packaging System Development for Philippine VCO (Study 1 & 2)
Enterprise Module: Muscovado
Comparative Study of Dry and Wet Processing of Coffee - ITDI
On-going
Improvement/Product Quality of Gourmet Chocolate (Tablea) from Local Cacao
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PROJECT TITLE / FUNDING AGENCY
MATERIALS SCIENCE DIVISION (MSD)
Innovation of the ITDI Purification System (GIA, formerly Regular project) - GIA
STATUS
Completed
Synthesis and Properties of Polyurethane from Coco Biopolyol - ITDI
Production of Molecular Sieve Using Local Zeolite
Determination of Corrosion Performance Properties of Zinc and Zinc Alloy Coated Steel Exposed
under Different Types of Philippine Environment - ITDI
On-going
Characterization and Performance Properties of Molded/Densified Recycled Plastic Products
(plastic packaging materials) - ITDI
Completed
Development of Starch/Clay Bio-nanocomposites for Food Packaging
R&D on Red/White Clays from the Region (in support of MSD’s Commitment for the ITDI Set-Up) ITDI
Chemical Synthesis of Biphasic Calcium Phosphate or Keratoprosthesis Application - ITDI
Completed
On-going
Permeable Membrane for Hydrogen Gas
Atmospheric Corrosion Exposure Study of Structural Steel in Philippine Environment
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION (PTD)
Recycling of Waste Rubber Crumb for Construction Application - (PCIERD-GIA)
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Development of Biodegradable Starch-Clay Nanocomposites for Advanced Food Packaging
Development/Improvement of Philippine Products through the Application of Advance/Modern
Packaging Technology - GIA
Completed
Development of Transport Packaging Technology for Non-Food Products (Furniture, House and
Christmas Decors) - GIA
On-going
Toxic Migrants in Canned and Plastic Packaged Foods and Beverages: Addressing the Safety
Issues on Packaging Related Contaminants in Foods
Enhancing the Competitivenes of SMEs in the Region by Providing Appropriate Seminar, Training
and Technology on Packaging - (JICA)
Completed
An Experimental Comparison of Performance Strength of Different Types of Cushioning Material
for Drop Test Procedure
On-going
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Table 3. CONTRACT R&D PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED
PROJECT TITLE
CONTRACTING PARTY
STATUS
Extraction of Chitosan from Crab shells and Formulation into AntiBurn Ointment
DANIELLE MARIE A. VERGARA
Completed
Quality Improvement of Salt
EDGAR G. TARRIELA
Gozon Development Corp.
Completed
Health Risk Assessment of Selected Heavy Metals Bioaccumulation
in Laguna de Bay Fish Products
Prof. VICTORIO B. MOLINA
UP Manila
On-going
Formulation of Papaya Cream
JOCEL S. BUENSALIDO
Makati Medical Center
Dermatology
Formulation of Cream with Tomato
MARGARITA C. DURAN
Formulation of Lice Removal Shampoo
JOANNE ESPARAS
Batangas State University
-do-
Development of Ceramic Light Bulb Socket Utilizing Oyster Shells
AUBRIANNE B. ARAN
-do-
Completed
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Table 4. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER BENEFICIARIES / CLIENTS
NAME OF CLIENTS
LOCATION
TECHNOLOGY / TEACHNICAL ASSISTANCE
A. DOST - RO Supported
MR. ARCADIO C. GAVILAN, JR.
Office of the Provincial Govenor
Itbayat, Batanes
Establishment of Decorative Tile and Pottery Plant
MS. JOY CEDO, OSEJA
Baler, Aurora
Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) Facility
LGU- DOST RO No. II, Tuguegarao
Tuguegarao City
Cagayan
Calibration of Tank Scales
SOYUZ
Mati, Davao City
Dietary Fiber (Insoluble Type) from Calamansi Wastes
MONDRAGON INDUSTRIES
Catarman, Northern
Samar
Liloan, Southern Leyte
Salt Production
MR. WILSON MARTIN, LGU
Palanan, Isabela
Operation of Coconut Oil Milling Machine
MR. DANILO PUMAREGA
President
Food Science Solutions, Inc.
Alabang, Muntinlupa
City
Design and Fabrication of Water Retort
MR. LOU ERWIN CHAN
DMC Enterprises
San Juan, Metro Manila
Techno Transfer of Canned Mango Juice
MR. MICHAEL TAN
Oriental, Mindoro
Operation of a 13 Hp Genera Using the Energy
Adaptor Gas Kit (EAG)
EDUARDO MA. R. SANTOS
VAd. (Ret), President
MAAP, Kamaya Point
Brgy. Alas-Asin
Mariveles, Bataan
Design, Construction and Operation of a 40 L Cap.
Facility for the Processing of Waste Cooking Oil into
Biofuel
EMMA ASUSANO
DTI
Magallanes Village
Makati City
GMP on Food Processing
LGU, Cagayan, c/o DOST RO No. ll
Tuguegarao City, Cag.
Calibration / Metrology
JENEBETH P. CUNANAN
ROMTRON, Saint Vincent Ferrer
Parish Multi Purpose Cooperative
Odiongan, Romblon
Coconut Oil
JOCELYN RODRIGUEZ, LGU
Cagayan de Oro City
Bioreactor
CASMEDC & DOST RO No. IV
Trece Martinez, Cavite
Technology Innovation
JOHNNY P. ALVAREZ, CSU
ERLINDA V. CORSINO
Ugnayang Pangkabuhayan ng
Santo Domingo
Piat, Cagayan
Vinegar Processing
Apayao Multi-Crop
Processing Center (AMPC)
Calanasan, Apayao
Vinegar, Wine and Kalamansi Processing
LGU - DOST RO No. XI
Davao
Processing of coffee, cacao, coco syrup and sugar
Product improvement on peanut butter
MR. ROGELIO JUNIO
Betty’s Cakes and Pastries
Tarlac
Vinegar Production using ITDI Acetator Kit and
Product Development on Pastries
MS. ELIZA MANALANG
Lailen’s Delicasies
San Fernando,
Pampanga
Food Delicacies
MS. DONNABEL BIGYAN
Artemis Salt Production
MR. ALVIN JAMES GINTO
Bauan, Batangas
Salt Iodization
MR. NARCISO PAYOT
Integrated Farm
B. ITDI Direct - Clients
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Kawit, Cavite
MR. CRESENCIO TIO
PAG-ASA Salt Farm
San Jose, Occidental
Mindoro
Rehabilitation of Shuttle Kiln
Manrinduque Land Corporation
Marinduque
Cleaner Production Technology
Cocolife Multi-Purpose Coop.
Compostela Valley,
Davao
Tagum, Davao
Vinegar Production
Saint Mary’s College-Mother
Ignacia R&DCenter-Alternative
Livelihood Assistance Support
(SMC-MIRDC-ALAS)
NBS General Merchandise
Soap and Liquid Detergents
JUDITH MARITANA
Calamba City
Formulation of Liquid Detergents & Fabric Cond.
MS. RUBI JANE MIRANDA
Hizon Laboratory
Antipolo City
Calibration of Volumetric Ware
MS. ROSALIE BALUTAN
Betterliving, Parañaque
Mango Processing
MR. ELMER TANO
- do -
Specialty Soap
MR. HARTY JHAN
Sta. Cruz, Manila
Calamansi Processing
University of La Salette
Santiago City, Isabela
Energy Audit
MR. FLORENCE T. DELA CRUZ
Bacolod City
Product Quality Improvement
MR. JAYPER JAMES PEREZ
Camiguin
Coconut Syrup Processing
Sarangani Province Empowerment and Community Transformation Forum (SPECTRUM)
Sarangani
Essential Oils
Atty. ALEJANDRO O. ALCANTARA
Raw Brown Sugar Milling Co., Inc.
Pamplona, Negros
Oriental
Upgrading of facilities & eqpment and trouble
shooting for Muscovado Production
MR. VICTORIANO OCON
President, Suki Trading Corp.
MR. MANUEL A. RAYOS
President, RAYMAC, Inc.
MR. LEONARDO P. ANGELES
President, LAMACO
Cebu City
Accredited Fabricator for Bioreactor and Plastic
Densifier
ENGR. ISAIAS M. BONGAR
President, I.M. Bongar & Co., Inc.
Las Piñas City
Accredited Fabricator for Bioreactor
ENGR. BEN GESMUNDO
G&G Enterprises
Parañaque City
Accredited Fabricator of the Food Processing
Equipment
PROF. VICTORIO B. MOLINA
College of Public Health
Manila
Health Risk Assessment of Selected heavy Metals
Bioaccumulation Laguna de Bay Fish Products
c/o MR. ALEXANDER MADRIGAL
Dir., DOST RO No. IV-A
Jamboree Road,
Timugan, LB, Laguna
Coal Ash Sludge for Building Materials
BAPAMIN Enterprises
Pangasinan
Acetator Kit for Vinegar Production
JVM 3
Pangasinan
Pure Sugarcane Vinegar Proc. & Basi Manufacture
NICOLAS VERONICA
Karl James Enterprises
Cagayan de Oro City
Nata de Coco Production
FELOMINA BALAGTAS
King Jems Coconut Products
North Cotabato
Virgin Coconut Oil
MAURICIO TOMBOC
Sultan Kudarat
Wine & Vinegar Processing
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Organizational Chart
Office of the DIRECTOR
Office of the DEPUTY DIRECTOR
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT GROUP
FOOD PROCESSING DIVISION
(FPD)
SUPPORT SERVICES GROUP
PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEM DIVISION
(PMISD)
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
DIVISION (FMD)
ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION
(Admin D)
TECHNICAL SERVICES GROUP
MATERIALS SCIENCE DIVISION
(MSD)
CHEMICALS AND ENERGY DIVISION
(CED)
ENVIRONMENT AND
BIOTECHNOLOGY DIVISION (EBD)
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY DIVISON
(PTD)
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STANDARDS AND TESTING DIVISION
(STD)
NATIONAL METROLOGY DIVISION
(NMD)
TECHNOLOGICAL SERVICES
DIVISION (TSD)
ITDI VICINITY MAP
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Each letter of the acronym I T D I contains photos representative of the institute’s mandates:
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Generation of new knowledge & technologies through R&D resulting to quality products and innovative processes for improved competitiveness of Philippine Industries
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Transfer of research results to industry, entrepreneurs & other end-users through appropriate technology diffusion modes
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Provision of quality technical services to industry and various client types
•
Establishment/maintenance & dissemination of national standards of units of measurements to
provide international traceability in the service of industry & other
sectors while implementing RA 9236 or National
Metrology Act of 2003
Above mandates give meaning to industry for them to make a difference in the local and international
markets. As an ISO-accredited R&D institute, it continues to maintain its goal of ‘customer satisfaction’ at
all times.
The colorful presentation is set against a blue background, the hue that symbolizes progress.
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