Webinars on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Automation Studio Featured During the Metals and Engineering Week 2021
By Zalda R. Gayahan
Processes nowadays need to be programmable. Production in businesses has to be automated. We are indeed living in a modern world.
The Department of Science and Technology-Metals Industry Research and Development Center (DOST-MIRDC) offered free webinars on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Automation Studio on June 16, 2021. The objective is to help the industry, the academe, and other stakeholders make processes faster and resilient. Participants came from various sectors, including the manufacturing industry, the academe, and the public sector.
The webinars are in line with the launching and inauguration of the Advanced Mechatronics, Robotics, and Industrial Automation Laboratory (AMERIAL) that seeks to assist micro, small, and medium enterprises as they transition to Industry 4.0. During the launching event, DOST-MIRDC Executive Director and AMERIAL Project Leader Engr. Robert O. Dizon announced that clients may avail themselves of AMERIAL services for free until December 2021. AMERIAL services include research and development, training, and technical consultancy.
The webinars on PLCs and Industrial Automation are only two subject matters that clients may learn from AMERIAL.
The celebration of the Metals and Engineering Week 2021 concluded today, June 18, 2021. The DOST-MIRDC, in partnership with various industry associations that make up the local metals, engineering, and allied industries, was at the lead in this celebration. The M&E Week is an annual event celebrated every third week of June to recognize the significant contribution of the metals and engineering industries to nation-building.
MIAP Says Public and Private Cooperation is Key to Revitalizing the Economy
By: Jim Patrick S.D. Erispe
Officers and members of the Metalworking Industries Association of the Philippines (MIAP) held a webinar entitled “MIAP on Focus: Collaboration of Public and Private Sector” as part of the Metals and Engineering Week on June 17, 2021. The webinar allowed MIAP officers to present in detail the association’s vision, mission, objectives, plans, and programs. MIAP members likewise presented their company’s products, services, and milestones for the past years.
A dialogue towards the end of the webinar enabled participants to speak their minds regarding certain issues. The discussion paved the way for the expression of shared goals and unity among local companies engaged in the metalworking business.
With industry associations such as the MIAP that are taking steps to continually find ways to improve products and services, and to develop mutually beneficial business relationships, the country has a good ally in creating a stronger, more competitive economy.
Welding Experts and Enthusiasts Engage in Healthy Discussion
By: Genevieve M. Barsales
Experts from different areas of the welding industry gathered on June 16, 2021, in a forum to answer frequently asked questions about welding works, welding jobs, and procedures. It was attended by more than 180 participants represented by students, OFWs, private sector employees, and business owners. The participants were able to freely ask any questions through the chatbox and google form provided. The experts explained the most common problems encountered in welding. The participants’ queries regarding what training they need and where they can get it, and how to solve certain welding problems they encountered in school or in the workplace were answered. The forum served as an effective venue for discussion with welding experts especially in this time when all are adjusting to the new way of learning and working.
Speakers of the forum are Mr. Edralin C. Icabales from Philippine Welding Society, Mr. Eric J. Montes of Maynilad, Mr. Roberto M. Dela Cruz of Chiyoda Philippines Corporation, Engr. Reynaldo L. Dela Cruz Jr. from the Department of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research Development Center, Mr. Gerard S. Gallardo from Cifra Industrial Services Corporation, and Mr. Rolando R. Ortanez from Asia Corrosion Services, Inc.
The webinar, entitled Welding Clinic: Welding sa Panahon ng Pandemya? Itanong mo sa Eksperto? was part of the celebration of the Metals and Engineering Week 2021 spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research Development Center (DOST-MIRDC) in partnership with the Philippine Welding Society (PWS).
The Most Beautiful Tool Mankind Ever Had is Light
By: Jim Patrick S.D. Erispe
Humanity’s oldest tool is probably our own bare hands. Human hands have boundless functions, from a simple gripping to a more complex building. We use them to learn, to express ourselves, and to design. Aside from our hands, we need to have other tools to help us do all the endless things that need to be done.
Light might just be the most beautiful among all other tools we use.
As part of the Metals and Engineering Week 2021 celebration, Mr. Markus Lindermann of TRUMPF Group proudly shared his company’s products and services during a webinar entitled “TRUMPF Laser Systems for Additive Manufacturing of Metal Parts” on June 16, 2021. He revealed to the audience that light is their most beautiful tool.
He then presented their Laser System – a product that is comparable to light. Laser is versatile, elegant, and precise. While most people know that laser can cut through objects, the TRUMPF company uses the laser as an additive manufacturing tool.
Mr. Lindermann presented the different machines that the company offers and the advantages that go along with the acquisition of these machines. He also emphasized that their company will adjust according to the needs of the customers
Most definitely, lasers are the future of manufacturing. Lasers are here to define the landscape of manufacturing in the decades to come.
Faculty and Students Became Acquainted with Electude
By: Jim Patrick S.D. Erispe
For the past year and a half, the whole world has struggled to defeat the Covid-19For the past year and a half, the whole world has struggled to defeat the Covid-19virus. Even the education system is seriously affected and is currently adjusting to thesituation caused by the pandemic. Students and teachers alike have yet to find the besttools to enable them to go through the teaching-learning process in the new normal.
Fortunately, Mr. Rhessan Jan Mamoransing of Hytec Power Inc. introducedFortunately, Mr. Rhessan Jan Mamoransing of Hytec Power Inc. introducedElectude, a cloud-based learning management solution. Electude allows educators toassign, create, manage and grade lessons, exercises, tasks, and tests. The webinar washeld on June 16, 2021, as part of the celebration of the Metals and Engineering Week2021.
Mr. Mamoransing stressed the importance of a cloud-based learning managementMr. Mamoransing stressed the importance of a cloud-based learning managementsystem, especially in these difficult times. He discussed the different advantages ofElectude compared to other learning systems and the benefits gained by teachers andstudents using Electude. In addition, he enumerated numerous customized developmentsthat can be generated within the system.
Truly, the next generation’s future is in good hands with science and technologyTruly, the next generation’s future is in good hands with science and technologyhelping along the way.
