DOST chief leads blessing of metrology lab in
Butuan
By Jennifer P. Gaitano
BUTUAN CITY, June 3 (PIA) – Department of Science
and Technology (DOST) secretary Mario Montejo led recently the blessing of the
Regional Standard and Testing Laboratory (Metrology Laboratory) situated beside
its regional office inside the Caraga State University (CSU) Campus, Ampayon,
this city.
Montejo was assisted by undersecretary Carol
Yorobe, assistant secretary Raymund Liboro, and Caraga State University (CSU)
president Dr. Anthony Penaso.
DOST-Caraga regional director Dominga Mallonga
said the Metrology Laboratory is specifically designed to cater to the various
calibration services required in the region.
“With its existence in Caraga, any operation which
requires the use of a measuring instrument be it in scientific, industrial, or
commercial applications becomes meaningful since instruments will then indicate
precise results. Performing calibration works will also establish the
traceability of any equipment to that of an internationally accepted standard,”
stressed Mallonga.
Mallonga recalled that the Regional Standards and
Testing Laboratory (RSTL) of DOST-Caraga was established in 1999 as a Chemical
Testing Laboratory and expanded into Microbiological and Metrology Laboratory
in 2002 and 2004 respectively. Through the years, the RSTL-Caraga continuously
develops new testing services to cater the needs of its clientele in the
region.
The following are the calibration services being
offered: Mass Calibration (Test Weights, Balances and Scales) – this
calibration test is for determining the accuracy of test weights and various
types of weighing instruments; Volumetric Calibration (Big Volume Calibration) –
this calibration is performed on calibrating buckets and proving tanks. The
test measures the validity in the volume of the fuels being dispensed and sold
to consumers, (Volumetric Ware Calibration) – this is another type of
calibration test conducted to ascertain that all laboratory glassware utilized
for measuring volumes are accurately indicating its specific capacities; and
Fuel Dispenser Calibration – this test serves as a validation for the
correctness in the performance of fuel dispensers. (JPG/PIA-Caraga)
News Feature: Peace Caravan ignites unity,
cooperation and genuine peace in Loreto, Agusan del Sur
By David M.
Suyao
The long absence of rains made the rough roads
going to Barangay Banawe, Loreto, Agusan del Sur looks like thick brown clouds
of dust as early as 5:00 in the morning of May 29 as vehicles loaded with
people from Sta. Teresita, Johnson, Mabuhay and Sabud rushed to Barangay Banawe
where the second day program of the Caravan for Peace will take place.
Even with the burning heat of the morning sun,
members of the army led by 26th Infantry Battalion Commander Rolando Dumawa
briskly prepare the landing site of choppers that will carry the dignitaries
from Manila led by Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace Process,
Secretary Teresa Deles.
Agusan del Sur Gov. Adolph Edward Plaza arrived
ahead on board the first helicopter that landed. Followed by flock of local
residents, the governor proceeded to the venue where the second day of the
caravan took place.
“No one will be left behind. Our work in the
government cannot stop. We are here to work for the people,” said Manny
Bautista, Executive Director of the Cabinet Cluster on Security, Justice and
Peace, where the theme of the activity was derived, and as commitment of
President Benigno S. Aquino to the Filipino people.
In his message to his constituents, Gov. Plaza lay
down his challenge saying that the activity is just the beginning of the
struggle to gain lasting peace.
“Always remember. Peace is everybody’s concern and
struggle. We can never attain economic development if we will not work and aim
together for lasting peace. We, both in the national and local governments
cannot do something if you will not cooperate with us. We are always here with
you to work with you for peace and development. So we are calling you to give
your share in order that we can attain our objective. To have a better and
peaceful life,” Gov. Plaza said.
Sec. Deles personally handed over 900 educational
kits to grades 1 and 2 children with Gov. Plaza, Loreto Mayor Dario Otaza and
other dignitaries assisting. Sec. Deles escorted by Gov. Plaza also rounded the
tents surrounding the multi-purpose building where various agencies were
rendering their services to some 1,500 local residents from the five barangays
of Loreto.
In the afternoon of that second day, 154 rebels
who showed themselves and laid down their intention to return to the folds of
the law were presented to Sec. Deles and other dignitaries.
“After the legal processing and evaluation, you
will be living back to normal lives. Then you can feel how the government cares
for you. Anything that you feel that are not in the proper process, you can
call USEC Bautista here and tell him. I know he will act on your needs
immediately,” Sec. Deles said. (DMS/PIA-Agusan del Sur)
55th 'Araw Ng Surigao del Sur' celebration to
offer mobile passporting, PRC licensing services
By Greg Tataro Jr.
TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur, June 3 (PIA) –
Provincial chief agriculturist Marcos Quico bared that among the major
activities for the 55th 'Araw Ng Surigao del Sur' celebration on June 19 are
Mobile Passporting as well as Mobile Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
Licensing on June 13-14 and June 17-19, respectively, at the Provincial Public
Employment Service Office (PESO) located at the Office of the Provincial
Agriculturist (OPAg) building here.
Both mobile services will cater to applicants for
new or renewal of either passport or professional licenses, he clarified.
Quico further explained that mobile passporting
normally takes place during weekend in order not to compromise regular working
days.
Meanwhile, being also tasked to take the lead for
the celebration at the usual venue—Vicente L. Pimentel, Sr. Boulevard,
popularly known to locals as “Boulevard,” the agriculture chief, who holds the
concurrent capacity as PESO provincial manager, admitted his office was also in
charge of the program of activities lined up for the three-day event that will
formally kick off on June 17.
This includes the exhibit of sorts for homegrown
agricultural products from every town and every city province-wide as well as
the showcasing of locally-made handicrafts.
Copies of the official program of invitation,
which contain more information on the series of activities, are now undergoing
printing, it was learned.
The theme for the celebration is “Kalambuan
Palig-onon, Maligdong Nga Panggamhanan Ipadayon,” according to Marjorie
Pagaran, secretary to Governor Johnny Pimentel. (NGBT/Radyo ng
Bayan-Tandag/PIA-Surigao del Sur)
DOST upgrades Guerta Enterprises twice
BUTUAN CITY, June 3 (PIA) - A total of P886,856.71
worth of assistance under the Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program
(SETUP) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) was released to
Guerta Enterprises in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur.
Said amount was utilized in the procurement of a
more advanced mechanical equipment including milling machine that is capable of
doing diverse machining operations; shaper that will be used to produce gears,
internal and external splines; and a bigger diameter capacity lathe machine
which can accommodate metal workings with up to 36’’ maximum diameter.
Last 2013, the enterprise received its first fund
release amounting to P483,000.00 for the improvement of their motor vehicle
repair services through acquisition of crimping machine, and hydraulic hose
fabrication equipment. They were also able to acquire a free consultancy
service through DOST’s Manufacturing Productivity Extension (MPEX) Program
which enabled them to increase income by up to 30 percent.
Guerta Enterprises is a family-run firm
specializing in steel and hydraulic hose fabrication and machining and repair
of motor vehicles. Its major services include repair of gas tanks, replacement
of loss thread bolts and damaged bolt nuts, worn out tires, brake pads,
tensioning belts or chains, and cleaning of carburettors. It is among the
successful SETUP beneficiaries in SDS and an active project partner who fulfils
obligation to DOST SETUP within the prescribed period.
Romeo Guerta, proprietor, said in an interview,
“The assistance we received from DOST Caraga through SETUP enables us to
address our technical problems and lack of appropriate machining and
fabrication equipment.”
He further said that the program clearly helps in
upgrading the capacity of small entrepreneurs because of its interest-free and
reasonable payment scheme.
DOST SETUP is a nationwide strategy encouraging
and assisting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to adopt
technological innovations to improve their products, services, operations and
increase their productivity and competitiveness. (IRMillan,
DOST-Caraga/PIA-Caraga)
Lady foresters dare danger to get crucial data
about forest land use
By Eric Herson Gallego
BUTUAN CITY, June 3 (PIA) - It takes lady
foresters of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Caraga
Regional Office to cross danger lines inside forest jungles in Agusan del Sur
to get crucial data on forest land use needed in management decision.
“We spend lot of hours hiking in the forest jungle
without minding the danger that lurks somewhere to assess the forest resources
particularly about the National Greening Program (NGP),” Forester Marlyn delos
Arcos said.
Arcos is assigned at the Conservation and
Development Division, Technical Service of the DENR 13 where data and
information about the status of the planted seedlings and the tree stands are
constantly monitored to guide the top management in making decisions.
“We go to places where men dare not owing to
critical security condition," Arcos said.
The lady forester was referring to the presence of
the armed rebels who patrol the forest apparently evading the pursuing
government troops. “We avoid the conflict as possible,“ Arcos said.
"We’re not afraid facing an NPA cadre if the
situation warrants although most often they understand our job," she added.
Arcos said the Forest Resource Assessment (FRA) is
so important in the forest land use. Its activities involve collecting,
managing and analyzing data and information about forest resources. Information
from sample plots and tracts, the measurement of biophysical properties and
feedback from forest users are very crucial in the management of tree
resources.
“We focus in particular about the changes in land
use and the existing vegetation inside a forest area,” Arcos added.
She said 26 sample tracts in Caraga Region are
currently being assessed and evaluated by the DENR team. (DENR-Caraga/PIA-Caraga)
Tagalog News: Mamumuhunang Hapones sinisilip ang
pagpalawak ng negosyo sa Pilipinas
Ni David M. Suyao
AGUSAN DEL SUR, Hunyo 3 (PIA) - Mga mamumuhunang
hapones ay nagagalak sa kasalukuyang estado ng kalakal sa Pilipinas at
nagpahayag ng malakas na interes na magtayo ng bagong negosyo o kaya palawakin
ang kanilang operasyon sa bansa, sabi ng isang opisyal ng Palasyo.
Kaagad pagkatapos na dumating sa Tokyo, Japan para
sa apat na araw na pagbisita, maraming pagpupulong tungkol sa negosyo si
Pangulong Aquino kasama ang mga nangungunang mga kompaniya ng Japan.
Si Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr.,
na sinamahan si Pangulong Aquino sa mga ginawang pagpupulong ay nagsabing ang
Kirin Holdings Co. Ltd ay nagpahayag ng kanilang interes ng pagpalawak ng
kanilang puhunan sa Pilipinas.
“Sobrang nasiyahan ang Kirin sa pamumuhunan at
klima ng negosyo sa Pilipinas,” sabi ni Secretary Coloma.
Nakipagkita rin si Pangulong Aquino kay Terou
Asada, ang tsirman ng Marubeni, na may 105 ng presensiya sa Pilipinas.
Sinabi ni Coloma na si Marubeni ay mataas ang
pagtingin tungkol sa kanyang pamumuhunan sa Pilipinas sa kasalukuyan tungkol sa
enerhiya, pagpaunlad ng enerhiya, patubig, at malawakang transportasyon (MRT at
LRT 2 extension).
Nagpakita rin ng malaking interes ang kompanyang
Hapon sa paggalugad ng bagong larangan ng kaunlaran ng negosyo sa Pilipinas
gaya ng komersyal na sasakyan. (DMS/PIA-Agusan del Sur)
