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Volume X, Issue No.1 February 2019

WHAT’S INSIDE?

PIChE Seeks to Amend ChE Law

PIChE Grabs 2nd Runner-Up at Lakambining Inhinyera 2019 Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineer’s (PIChE) Engr. Kyzlet Yvonne Ghil Gozum grabbed the 2nd runner – up spot at the Philippine Techno-logical Council – Philippine Women’s Network’s (PTC – WEN) Lakambining Inhinyera 2018 during the coronation night on September 28, 2018 in Royce Hote and Casino, Clark Pampanga (Continuation at Page 3)

PIChE News Pages 2 - 3

What’s inside this Issue?

PIChE Chapter Updates Pages 8 - 15

Because of the increasing competitition in ther labor mar-ket and the advent of modern technologies and industries the chemical engineering pro-fession needs to be reinforced by amending the loose provi-sions of RA9297. PIChE, therefore seeks to amend RA9297, otherwise known as the Chemical Engi-neering Law of 2004

It has been 15 years since the RA9297 was passed . Some revisions were made to cater the advent of the ASEAN Mu-tual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) on engineering ser-vices yet RA9297 can’t fully implement its provisions (continuation at page 2)

The President’s Corner Page 4

The COF Corner Page 5

PIChE—YES Corner Page 6

PIChE Celebrates 13th Chemical Engineering Week

Last September 23, 2019, PIChE celebrated its 13th chemi-cal engineering week. Despite the postponement and move-ment of the celebration in some chapters because of incoming typhoon, the 13th chemical engi-neering was successfully cele-brated. PIChE officially celebrated its chemical engineering week last September 23, 2019 at Philip-pine Trade and Training Center. The celebration was attended by chemical engineering students from various school from Luzon area. (Continuation at Page 2)

PIChE Features Pages 16 -19

Engr. Kyzlet Yvonne Ghil Gozum, PIChE’s bet to Lakambining Inhinyera 2018

Volume X, Issue 1 February 2019

PIChE Seeks ...

(from page 1) From the creation of RA9297 in 2004, its implementation has not been fully achieve because of its loose provisions. Various industrial facilities operate without the supervi-sion and expertise of chemical engi-neers. Very few companies hire chemical engineers to run, operate, and supervise their facility, while some don’t even hire licensed chem-ical engineers. The proposed chemical engineering amended law, the “Comprehensive Chemical Engineering Law” will address previous lapses of the RA 9297 , and will strengthen the chemical engineering education and profession The emerging technologies, made the chemical engineers focus their skills in not only one dimension. Hav-ing versatility and having multidimen-sional skills are what the modern industry needs. As the old brand of

chemical engineers imply: “Chemical engineers are universal engineers”. Thus, in the market where the labor competition is tough chemical engieers always makes its way and excel in various fields. To cater the increasing needs of the industry and the needs of chemical engineering professionals, additional chemical engineering fields related to the profession were included in the provisions of the proposed amendment The amendment also includes the creation of chemical engineering technicians , chemical engineering technologists, and professional chemical engineer to cater the diver-sity of the professionals in chemical industries and environment The number of professional chemical engineers working in an industrial plant with a specified capacity were detailed in the proposed amendment The amendment done to the chemi-cal engineering law aims to uphold

process safety in an industrial plant and to prevent any untoward chemi-cal disasters that may happen due to unauthorized chemical plant opera-tions. The said proposed amend-ment also stronglty upholds the chemical engineering profession Provisions regarding the strengthen-ing of the chemical engineering pro-fession as well as adaptation of out-comes—based educational parame-ters highlighting Washington Accord skills requirement were also included The proposed amendment for the RA9297 is currently filed as House Bill 8625 at the House of Congress. When the bill passes the House of Congress and House of Senate, the bill shall be forwarded to the Office of the President for approval. If the President vetoes the approval of the Bill, the House of Senate and the House of Congress can override the Presidential veto by gathering 2/3 of the votes of the two houses

PIChE Celebrates 13th … (from page 1)

In addition to this, PIChE local chapters (Bataan Chapter, DOST Chapter, Laguna Chapter, Metro Manila East Chapter, Bulacan Chapter, Metro Manila South, CA-MANAVA Chapter, Metro Manila West, Cavite Chapter, DENR Chapter) attended the said cele-bration at PTTC. PIChE—Metro Manila South and

Adamson University were recog-nized as the biggest chapter and biggest school delegation, respec-tively. The chapters and the schools amazed the crowd as they exhibit their talented cheering per-formance. PIChE – Bataan Chap-ter bagged the first place in the chapter cheering competition fol-lowed by DOST Chapter, and CA-MANAVA Chapter, respectively

PIChE Chapters exhibit their cheering prowess during the 13th ChE Week at Philippine Trade and Training Center (PTTC)

On the other hand, Adamson Univer-sity bagged the first place in the school’s cheering competition fol-lowed University of Sto. Tomas and Mapua University, respectively. In addition to this, Engr. Dennis Pagud of PIChE – Bataan Chapter and Engr Jaye Ehmily Palma of PIChE - Laguna Chapter were crowned as Mr and Ms PIChE 2018, respectively while Mr. Jethro Geof-frey Grageda of Adamson University and Ms. Ashley Nicole Zhaine Romero of UST were crowned as Mr and Ms Junior PIChE 2018, respec-tively

Lastly, PIChE – Bataan Chapter bagged first place in the 2nd JC Aquino Bowling Cup, while PIChE – Metro Manila Academe Chapter, and PIChE – CAMANAVA Chapter gar-nered 2

nd place and 3

rd place, re-

spectively


PIChE Grabs 2nd Runner-Up … (from page 1) Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineer’s (PIChE) Engr. Kyzlet Yvonne Ghil Gozum won 2

nd runner – up at the Philippine Tech-

nological Council – Philippine Women’s Network’s (PTC – WEN) Lakambining Inhinyera 2018 during the coronation night on September 28, 2018 in Royce Hote and Casino, Clark Pam-panga Engr. Gozum was awarded Best in Corporate Attire Ms. EB Ad-vance, Best in Production Outfit and Best in Filipiniana Gown during the coronation night.. The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers’ (PICE) bet, Engr. Nielsen Danielle J. Castro bagged the crown for the Lakambining Inhinyera 2018.On the other hand, Engr. Melanie Banayos of Philippine Society of Me-chanical Engineer (PSME) and Engr. Precy Tigbawan of Inte-grated Electronics and Communications Engineer (IECEP) were awarded 3

rd runner – up and 4

th runner – up , respectively.

The said competition was also joined by Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE), Philippine Society of Mechanical Engi-neer (PSME), Integrated Electronics and Communications Engi-neer (IECEP), Philippine Society of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (PSABE), Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines (GEP) Lakambining Inhinyera 2018 was organized by PTC—WEN to proudly show that women engineers are not only competitive in the technical aspect but also in the field of beauty pageant as well

PIChE Attends CAFEO 36

Last November 12—14 , 2018 delegates from PIChE and engineers from all over ASEAN region convened at The Resorts World Sentosa, Sinagapore for the 36th ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (CAFEO 36) . 10 Filipino Chemical engineers took oath as an ASEAN engineers. They were Engr. Zenaida L. Andrade, Chamaigne Luz D. Jamandre, Engr. Ria M. Caramoan, Engr Evelyn R. Laurito, Engr. Reji C. Magnaye, Engr. Nathaniel Orillos, Engr. Lola Domnina B. Pestaño, Engr. Edna C. Quinto, Engr. Maria Blessilda M. Ruiz, and Engr. Ferdinand Tumpalan. In addition to this Engr. Ferdinand Tumpalan was cited as an honorary fellow to ASEAN Federation of Engineer-ing organization (AFEO) during CAFEO 36 On the other hand , 9 chemical engineers were conferred as Associate chemical engineers. They were Engr Fe Marichelle B. Abelado, Engr. Johann Karen C. De Jesus,

Engr. Danna Isabelle C. Gravador,. Engr. Glenny Ivy Leslie T. Go, Engr. Allieson C. Ilao, Engr. Francis Christer Harmon A. Libo—on, Engr. John Philip S. Rivero, Engr. Melody Jay I. Rivero and Engr. Von Kirby R. Villanueva Up to date 39 Filipino chemical engineers were conferred as ASEAN Engineers while 16 Filipino young chemical engineers were conferred as Associate ASEAN Engi-neers CAFEO 36 was hosted by The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES) to create solutions to national problems of ASEAN region about engineering and national devel-opment. The CAFEO 36 aligned two themes: Engineer-ing Rail Connectivity and Fostering Excellence in Engi-neering Education. CAFEO 36 theme provided points for discussion on na-tional issues and trends that impacts railroad engineering within the ASEAN region. In addition to this, the themes facilitated the design of top-quality educational pro-grammes to nurture and produce world class quality en-gineers, and engineering technicians

Engr. Kyzlet Yvonne Ghil Gozum during the Lakambining Inhinyera 2018 promotion pictorial


I LOVE PIChE!

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking. It is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Love is definitely in the air. Happy Valentine’s Month to all. And what a better way to celebrate the love month of February with your loved ones, your family, your friends, your partners or your children than to spend time with them? Time is the best gift anyone can offer.

In PIChE, our personal precious time is the most valu-able resource that any professional can offer. Cliché as it maybe but we really do it “for the love of the pro-fession”. The past year 2018 had been the most chal-lenging for PIChE as it demanded rendering of per-sonal time to carry on the responsibilities as NBODs as we embraced firm stands on various issues that faced the organization and the professionals. On top of the monthly national board of directors’ meeting, we needed to meet and coordinate separately and discussed about our positions. Several representa-tions and meetings to various groups in PRC, con-gress, LGUs, government institutions and even NGOs were made to pursue our cause in the dispense of my duty as national president. As a member of the CPD Council for Chemical Engineering, I had to meet at least once a month with the CPD Council Chairperson and the other member to assess CPD programs that our professionals submit for application of CPD points. To top it all are the separate whole day meetings in

drafting and deliberating the proposed Comprehensive Chemical Engineering Law that addresses the ex-panded and enhanced practice of the profession and all other matters that would affect the professionals. Finally, the proposed amendment was submitted to congress and filed as House Bill No. 8625. This is

what I consider as one of the products of our “greatest love” for all our chemical engineers.

Indeed, finding that common time available for the ma-jority of NBOD was a good challenge. Moreover, delib-erations and discussions were not always pleasant. Opposing views are realities and finding that common ground where ideas could meet or compromise to ar-rive a decision or position was almost always challeng-ing. There were times that we passionately agreed to disagree. At the end of the day, we ensured that we all moved forward.

In the selfless act of giving you cannot give what you do not have. If you do not have time to take care of yourself, how can you give time (and love) for PIChE? We were thought, when we were young and even up to now, to love others (thy neighbors) more than our-selves. Sometimes, situations ask us to sacrifice for our loved ones. Very much true. But along the way, in the long run, it cannot be sustainable if you do not love yourself first. I am always reminded of the air plane crew orientation to passengers prior to take off, “…in the unlikely event of cabin pressure drop, oxygen mask will fall, grab it firmly, wear and breath normally. Help yourself first before attending to others...” That applies even if you are with your young kid who maybe

helpless in attending to his needs. Why? Because eventually if you don’t, it may come to a point that both of you may be put in danger... if you don’t attend to yourself first. In the last edition of The Distiller, I dis-cussed my views on how all of us are given 24 hours a day equally and its use will all depend on each and everyone’s prioritization in life.

I believe I have always given my time… my love to PIChE where possible to the best of my ability from day 1. My services as PIChE National President is coming to an end but not my love. Looking back the past 2 years especially the last one which had been very challenging, I can always smile and tell myself that I have given my personal time, my best and my love for that matter to PIChE. Much had been accom-plished by the NBOD as a group whom I took the lead, although I believe much has to be done. I hope that I was able to motivate enough the members of the NBOD and PIChE as an organization.

This is the best time to give love, now. Not because it is the Love Month but because everyday should be an opportunity to express love. Give love to our profes-sion, give love to PIChE.

I love PIChE!

JONATHAN C. AQUINO, ASEAN ENG. National President

Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers


A TRAILBLAZER

By: Leonila Abela

For a Chemical Engineer by profession, Re-searcher by heart, Government Officer by ac-tion, and Professor by expertise, focus is cru-cial on the road to success. Within the sciences and engineering there are some notable persons in the field of research who are usually unheard of. Thanks to the power of re-search itself, a name has finally turned up, in the person of Dr. Rogelio A. Panlasigui. Here is a run-through of his contributions for over 50 years. Like all industry outliers, Dr. Panlasigui’s bright future was foretold by his valedictory achievements during his early academic years. He has consist-ently gunned for excellence, resulting from his per-sonal drive to succeed. Armed with a Chemical Engineering degree at the University of the Philip-pines, he further raised the bar by obtaining his doctorate from Iowa State University. Within this period, he was a faculty at his alma mater UP and a lecturer at De La Salle University. Dr. Panlasigui’s road to success was fueled by his desire to impart learning. Along with diverse roles in the corporate world, he accepted consul-tancy stints. By the 70s and 80s, he has had a handful of consultancy experience to pursue a higher purpose. Aside from his doctorate degree from the United States and becoming a visiting professor and sci-entist in Canada, he dedicated and confined his entire career in the Philippines. Truly committed to science, in 1988, Dr. Panlasigui became part of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), as the first Executive Director of the Philippine Council for Advance Science and Technology Re-search and Development (PCASTRD). He later became Director of the Industrial Technology De-velopment Institute (ITDI) and in 1999 became the Undersecretary for Research and Development. In 1994, he joined the Professional Regulation Com-mission’s (PRC) Board of Chemical Engineering. After 2 years, he became its chairman. No stranger to praise, Dr. Panlasigui has received numerous awards and citations, as validation of his full commitment to science. Among these are

recognitions as outstanding alumnus of UP Diliman and Iowa State University. It may not be his official cause, but Dr. Panlasig-ui’s concern for the environment is another noteworthy highlight of his career. Over a decade ago, he led a team of universities working towards the clean-up and restoration of the Pasig River . He has a soft spot for human settlement and eco-logical awareness and protection. Dr. Panlasigui is a member of NRCP and served as Chairman of the Division of Engi-neering and Industrial Research from 2012 to 2016. He is the current Dean of Engineering and Director for Research, Development and Extension of FEATI University. Well into his seventies, Dr. Panlasigui continues to hone future science achievers. More than ever, he has never been more attached to where his loyalty lies. A strong champion of the sciences in FEATI University, he actively recognizes the institution’s outstanding alumni. His family has always been the reason for his suc-cesses and continuing tradition of performance excellence. For inspiration, he has his wife, Dr. Leonora N. Panlasigui, Dean Emeritus of Nutri-tion in the Philippine Women’s University, with whom he has 4 children and now, eight grandchil-dren. As Dr. Panlasigui continues to push for the scienc-es and engineering in our developing country, more focus is assured towards the realizations of his dreams. When one knows his point of focus, the heart follows.

Dr.Rogelio A. Panlasigui


PIChE’s newly established section, PIChE – Young Engineers’

Section (YES), has made itself visible for the past months. Last

September 2018, its founding members, chaired by Engr. Mariel

Ocampo, AAE, formulated a 2-year plan that will aim to establish

the prestige of the section by spearheading activities that will

empower young chemical engineers and partner with other

young professionals to maximize YES’s contribution to the in-

dustry and society.

The section has also been a constant partner of its mother or-

ganization, PIChE. The officers had assisted in the delivery of its

key activities such as the Chemical Engineering week held last

September 2018 by having its officers as its hosts, and the De-

cember 2018 Chemical Engineering Oath taking by assisting

new Chemical Engineers in the registration.

PIChE-YES has already started expanding its networks by at-

tending the first assembly of the accredited professional organi-

zation’s (APO) young engineers’ section last January 2019. The

PTC-YES chairman, Engr. Gerhard Tan, AAE, shared the organ-

ization’s activities for 2018 and hopes that each APO will be ac-

tive in line with PTC-YES’s vision. In support to this, PIChE-YES

will be hosting the 2nd 2019 YES meeting of chairmen. This will

be held after the first general assembly of the PIChE-YES at the

Young Engineers’ working group meetings to be held at the first

day of the convention (February 27, 2019, 8-10AM).

The section strongly believes that 2019 is the year for young

Chemical Engineers to unleash their thirst for greatness; and

they are more than willing to be a part of the young profession-

als’ journey.#

YES, we are Reporting for Duty!

By: Engr. Joshua Bon A. Roco, AAE

PIChE YES’s founding members first plan-ning activity.

Engr. Tristan Panaligan, PIChE-YES Treas-urer assiting in the ChE Oath taking registra-tion.

PIChE YES officers hosted the 2018 Chemi-cal Engineer held at the PTTC last Septem-ber 2018


PIChE—Palawan Chapter PIChE—Cagayan De Oro Chapter

PIChE—Bataan Chapter 13th Chemical Engineering Week

PIChE—UAE Chapter PIChE—Metro Manila East Chapter

PIChE—Baguio -Benguet PIChE—Laguna Chapter

PIChE—Cavite Chapter

“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much” - Helen Keller


PIChE-UAE lays foundation and gears for global competitiveness

By Airra Ilagan and Hilbert Libres

The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – UAE Chapter held its first general assembly on November 16, 2018 at NMC Healthcare, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The event was attended by thirty-nine chemical engineers and chemical engineering practi-tioners. One of the goals of the assembly was to provide an avenue to build fellowship, foster social interaction, and stimulate exchange of ideas amongst members in the pursuit of maintaining global competitiveness. Registration started at 2:00 in the afternoon immedi-ately followed by the program commencing with a short introduction by each member. Engr. Enrico Layug, newly-elected president, then discussed the Chapter’s foundation and its objectives. "The Chapter is an organization that will collaborate with other associations for professional advancement and continual career growth of its members. It also aims to enliven the bayanihan spirit by extending any kind support or help to fellow Overseas Filipino Work-ers", said Engr. Layug. Thereafter two speakers from Dubai and Abu Dhabi delivered lectures on their expertise. Engr. Hilbert Li-bres, newly-elected Vice President for Dubai, present-ed an overview of the environmental impact assess-ment process. On the other hand, Mr. Silverio Saga-rino Jr. gave a discussion on Chemical Engineering in Plants and Maintenance.

The assembly concluded with election of officers to spearhead the Chapter's activities for 2019.

PIChE—Tarlac General Holds Assem-bly

By: Engr. Danica Justine De Guzman

Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers-Tarlac Chapter held its 3rd General Assembly last September 8, 2018 at the Coffee Lounge of Central Azucarera De Tarlac. PIChE - Tarlac chapter marks its 3rd year as a local chapter of PIChE. In line with its 3rd anniversary, the organization elected its new set of Board of Directors (BOD) headed by Engr. Jose Rafael Villas as the newly elected President. The new set of BODs name-ly Engr. Kristoffer Aldy Berganio (Vice President), Engr. Danica Justine De Guzman (Secretary), Engr. Rosalie Cacanindin (Deputy Secretary), Engr. Domi-nic Pangilinan (Treasurer), Engr. Sidney Serrano (Auditor), Engr. Maryanne Mendoza (PRO), Engr. John Marben Laguatan (BOD-Ways and Means), Engr. Jay-Ar Dumpit (BOD- CPD), Engr. Jonathan Jarata (BOD- Special Projects) and Engr. Sherlyn Campos (BOD- Membership), will serve for one term which is equivalent to 2 years of office. Moreover, amendments were made on the constitution and by-laws of the organization, annual financial report and requirements and plans of PIChE National were also discussed.

The PIChE—UAE members and officers convene

PIChE Tarlac’s new set of Officers for CY 2018-2020 (from the back starting from the left side): Engr. Jose Rafael Vil-las, Engr. John Marben Laguatan, Engr. Sidney Serrano, Engr. Kristoffer Aldy Berganio, Engr. Jay-Ar Dumpit, Engr. Jonathan Jarata, Engr. Dominic Pangilinan, Engr. Sherlyn Campos, Engr. Danica Justine De Guzman, Engr. Mar-yanne Mendoza, and Engr. Rosalie Cacanindin.


PIChE Bataan 7th ChEmposium:

Technical Seminar for Chemical

Engineers “Technologies of the Oil,

Gas and Energy”

Last November 24, 2018, PIChE-BC held its 7th ChEmposium, entitled Advanced Technologies of Oil, Gas and Energy Industry. The technical seminar's key speaker was Engr. Nathaniel R. Orillos, one of the PIChE-BC Advisors. Engr. Orillos gave a brief over-view on Petroleum Refining Process and its history

A Drive to Cleaner Air The Earth's atmosphere absorbed so much damage throughout the years. The acid rain and visible air pollution are the pieces of evidence that show the atmosphere's destruction. Engr. Gerald Santayana presented the gist of advanced circulating fluidized bed (CFB) technology. The CFB technology is one of the clean coal technologies that was developed to mitigate the environmental impact of coal energy effluent discharge Advanced Delayed Coking Technology : A Step Towards Safety

As Engr. Nes Daniel L. Sabud discussed Advanced

Delayed Coking Technology, he emphasized that in

a coke drum cycle, isolation valves are installed to

create an interlock system. This is to safely carry out

the drum switching and decoking.

There are several differences between the manual decoking and automated decoking. In the old system, operators manually operate the equipment, thus ex-posing him to hazards such as exposure to toxic gas-es and steam, high temperature, and potential col-lapsing of coke. While the new system is safer be-cause the person operates the equipment in a remote shelter. Additional benefits in automated technology includes higher process efficiency and consistency, data re-cording for optimization/troubleshooting and improve-ment in equipment reliability. A Leap to Clean Fuel Another reason why organizations opt to adopt ad-vanced technologies is to minimize pollutants or con-taminants. Sulfur in H2S form are corrosive, fatal and is a SOx precursor. Engr. Glenmon Libo-on talked about advanced sulfur technologies in order to pro-duce clean fuel, which in this case is the elemental Sulfur. The elemental Sulfur is manageable and less corrosive as compared to the primary. The processing of H2S involves the Claus Process - where the ele-mental sulfur, S8,is produced by burning H2S in the air over bauxite at elevated temperature. In the ad-vanced sulfur technology discussed duting the semi-nar, heat recovery is improved, thermal reactors were introduced, efficiency improved based on Le Chate-lier's Principle and downstream treatments.

PICHE—Bataan participants on iPIChE—Bataan’s 7th ChEm-posium


A Move for Higher Efficiency Hydrogen can be produced using several different pro-cesses: thermochemical, electrolytic, biochemical, and photolytic. The drivers of refinery hydrogen demand are the decline of the overall crude oil quality, and the more stringent environmental standards. Engr. There-sa Artuz introduced advanced hydrogen production technologies. The production of hydrogen is done by (1) feed pretreatment, (2) reforming, (3) shift conver-sion, and (4) product purification. A prereformer can be added in the process to decrease the reformer duty and to expand its ability to process multiple feed-stocks. A prereformer convert the heavier hydrocarbon to methane-rich gas suitable for further downstream reforming. An auxiliary steam system is used to recov-er waste heat in order to decrease heat consumption in the production of hydrogen. Through advanced technologies, more than 80% overall efficiency is ex-pected to be attained.

The Challenge Towards Competence: A Lookback at PIChE-CDO 2018 Activities

By Engr. Melody Kimberly Pitoc

Chemical engineering is one of the most competent professions in today’s society—that is what we would like to live by. Hence, this year’s theme of PIChE-CDO Chapter is about fostering competence and proficiency for chemical engineers. It means we not only aim to settle for obtaining a license, but to further develop our skills to practice the profession. PIChE raised the bar

in implementing professional development programs because being contributors to industrial and economic growth, we should continue improving to sustain our fast-growing world. This year, PICHE-CDO had their hands full of activities that support this agenda. They kicked off with a gen-eral assembly last April that brought in additional members from the industry, academe and government as well as the fresh graduates. New Chapter officers were also installed. The act of actively affiliating with the Chapter is in itself a demonstration of competence because it shows that we are extending our time and efforts for the cause of the organization aside from be-ing committed to deliver our own professional work responsibilities. The officers poured their minds over the strategic planning, community-building activity and monthly meetings that follow in order to organize a set of activities geared towards more learning and cama-raderie among the Kagay-anon ChE community. PICHE-CDO has offered diverse topics under its CPD Seminar Series. We started with one that stirs up the innovative brains of chemical engineers – Nanotech-nology. Then it was followed by the topic on Thermal Processing Basics and its Application in the Food In-dustry – a subject that majority of the participants can relate to since many are coming from food manufactur-ing industries. The topic appears to be basic, but we cannot deny that acquired proficiency in this field starts with a strong basics foundation. More interesting sem-inars followed such as on the topic of Environmental Technical Reports for Community-Based Projects and Food Fraud Preventive Control, as well as on Solid Waste Reduction. These activities not only add up to our knowledge but also test our critical thinking as we tackle current issues behind those topics—the chal-lenges towards competence. In the end, these Chapter activities opened a venue for discussion and collabora-tion. During the ChE Week celebration, not only did the pro-fessionals give their shot towards promoting compe-tence, but so did the undergraduate ChE students. PICHE-CDO, together with JPICHE-XU, successfully implemented the second round of Pakigsangka—a quiz bowl for senior high school STEM and GAS stu-dents. What better way to stimulate our competence in our field than a contest of the minds? Not only that, PICHE-CDO also pursued community engagement with DENR-EMB through the activity, Pagpakabana. The activity offered a Solid Waste Management semi-nar-workshop to Cagayan de Oro City Barangay 36

PICHE—Bataan participants on ithe 7th ChEmposium


officials and residents. Aside from the basics, the ac-tivity gave the participants idea as to what chemical engineers do and what help they can provide in sus-taining their barangay’s materials recycling facilities (MRFs). It may be a small parcel of what we normally do, but this serves to remind us that we always go back to the community [our home] at the end of any day’s work. The organizational year may be closing soon, but our pursuit towards fostering competence and proficiency does not. We are already champions of our own field; therefore we must not lose our eyes on the goal and continue to become part of developing the chemical engineering profession. Because competence is in, mediocrity is out.

PIChE Laguna: The Last Quarter of the Year

By: PIChE Laguna

Last quarter of 2018 concluded the PIChE Laguna Chapter’s fruitful year. Upholding our goal to educate, elevate and expand, the PIChE Laguna Chapter had implemented various activities this year such as tech-nical symposium, community outreach activities, team building, Health & Wellness program, active participa-tion in ChE Week & CAFEO 36, and support to Junior PIChE Chapters. As host for the recently concluded 79

th PIChE National Convention, this marks a signifi-

cant contribution of PIChE Laguna to the National Board.

Last September 16, 2018 PIChE Laguna Chapter ac-tively participated on the opening of the 13

th National

Chemical Engineering Week held at the PTTC. We have showcased our talents in Zumba and Cheering competition along with the other chapters. Luckily our

very own Engr. Jaye Palma rained as Ms. ChE during the celebration.

Early of 2018, the Laguna chapter have a vision of in-ternational exposure amongst its members. The 36th Conference of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (CAFEO 36) was held in Resorts World Sentosa Convention Center, Singapore on November 12-14, 2018. CAFEO is an annual event hosted in rota-tion by ten ASEAN members affiliated to The ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO). This year’s conference was hosted by The Institution of En-gineers, Singapore (IES), with two distinct themes: En-gineering Rail Connectivity, and Fostering Excellence in Engineering Education. As a member country of AFEO, thru The Philippine Technological Council (PTC), the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – Laguna Chapter (PIChE-LC) attended the conference with the aim of exchanging ideas and experiences in the field of engineering, as well as to express our willingness to participate in the mobility of engineers in the ASEAN region. PIChE-LC also aims to establish connection with other Southeast Asian Countries and gain knowledge in the field of engineering education, which will be translated and shared to Filipino Engineers to further strengthen the engineering education in the Phil-ippines.

Last December 8, 2019 The Laguna chapter held our annual general members meeting. On the said event, we have discussed the proposed Chemical Engineering Law, Laguna Chapters By-Lay review, and the Election of new set of officers. With over a hundred participants, we had a productive gathering.

Ms. Jaye Ehmily Palma reigned as Ms ChE during the 13th ChE Week celebration.

PIChE Laguna goes to CAFEO 36: Strengthening Connectivity for ASEAN Integration


PIChE MME Bring “MMErry Christ-mas” to Scholar-Children of Domini-can Sisters of Blessed Imelda

By April Grace C. Santiago

Members of PIChE Metro Manila East (PIChE-MME) Chapter brought Christmas cheer to the children, nuns, and aspirants of the Dominican Sisters of Blessed Imelda, located in Maginhawa St. Sikatuna Village, Quezon City on 15 December 2018.

It was the Chapter’s second year of celebrating the “MMErry Christmas” through its flagship outreach program “Caring Hearts of Engineers”

PIChE-MME brought a Jollibee Kids Party on-site to the 26 scholar-children from Grades 3 to 8, who the Dominican Sisters support through their elementary and secondary education. The party was followed by PIChE-MME –facilitated science workshop involving experiments on chemical reaction and making funny voices by using helium gas; and a gift giving event where each child received a noche buena package sourced from donations of members of PIChE MME. This outreach program is in line with the PIChE-MME’s initiatives of not only fostering its members' professional growth thru CPDs, but of encouraging its members to give back to the community and society at large.

PIChE-BB: Industrial Management Seminar

By: Maria Lourdes Pitargue

The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers Ba-guio-Benguet (PIChE BB) Chapter hosted the “Industrial Environmental Management Seminar” at Brentwood Apartelle Conference Hall, Brentwood Village, Brgy. M. Roxas, Baguio City, Benguet last September 23, 2018. The seminar served as an ave-nue among members and participants to have a ho-listic understanding and awareness about environ-mental performances and concerns. 53 chemical engineering professionals and 296 chemical engi-neering students attended the said seminar. Engr. Reynaldo L. Esguerra discussed about the environmental policy development; process design

Engr. Erwin Fernandez of PIChE-MME conducting the ex-periments with the kids during the science workshop

PIChE-MME posing with Jollibee mascot and the outreach program beneficiaries from the Dominican Sisters of Blessed Imelda, QC

Engr. Reynaldo L. Esguerra discussing industrial environ-mental managemenrt


in industrial wastewater and Philippines laws and regulations regarding wastewater treatment and ef-fluent discharge; the DOST-ITDI approach to waste management and the industrial wastewater treat-ment’s issues; developing a waste analysis and char-acterization study sampling plan for a local govern-ment unit; and lastly the technologies for managing municipal solid wastes.

The seminar pushed through despite the Typhoon Ompong causing great damage in Baguio and Ben-guet. In addition to this, PIChE BB asked donations from the participants for the victims of the said ty-phoon. The PIChE BB together with Lindawan Na-tional High School delivered the donations to the ten families which were victims of landslide residing at Lucnab Baguio City last October 25, 2018.

QUINTESSENCE: PIChE Bataan 35 Years of Embodying Excellence Through Dynamic Intiatives & Pursuits By: Paul Joshua S. Segubre & Dennis T. Pagud

Since its founding on April 1984, the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – Bataan Chapter (PIChE-BC) continues to thrive for dynamic brilliance by providing strategic activities towards its members and its sur-rounding community. Now on its 35th year, the PIChE-BC already delivered numerous activities, focused on world-class excellence, by creating community-based programs that benefited the local government unit and several non-profit organizations within Bataan. The PIChE-BC has also provided programs geared towards the holistic development of its members such as Semi-nars and Training. The PIChE-BC has also supported the National Board in various activities to promote ca-maraderie and good relationship towards other chap-ters. In support to the PIChE National theme “Exergy: Radi-ating the Culture of Excellence across Generations” PIChE-BC has formulated this year’s theme, Quintes-sence: Embodying Excellence Through Dynamic Initia-tives and Pursuits. The word Quintessence depicts an example of quality or class which PIChE-BC has ema-nated for the past 35 years.

Various programs were set-up by the organization to continuously help the community, and develop the po-tential and well—being of its members

Repacking of goods with the help of students from Lindawan National High School

Volunteer students, Engr. Maria Lourdes Pitargue, Ms. Joan Bayangan and Engr. Benedict Marzan

PIChE—Bataan’s theme for its 35 years of service to the Bataan communits and its supportive members


The activities aims to persuade more members in joining the organization. The chapter has continu-ously expanded its members from initial of 40 to more than 300 members as of writing. The members of the chapter had been aided by various programs such as Mobile PRC Renewal which launched this year. Furthermore, because of the Continuous Pro-fessional Development (CPD) Law or the Republic Act of 10912,the chapter has organized four (4) CPD Seminars to help its members to comply. These seminars have tackled various subjects and topics to further the knowledge of its members in Chemical Engineering. Such topics included Refin-ery Processes, Power Plants, Environmental Impact Assessments, and Manufacturing Processes. The PIChE-BC has also managed to provide assis-tance to the advocacies and programs of the PIChE-National Board. Recreational Activities such as the 13th Chemical Week Opening was participated by the Chapter to show support to the PIChE-National. Likewise, the chapter had also provided support to the 79th PIChE National Convention and to other various activities organized by the National. The PIChE National encourages the members of the dif-ferent chapters to join the ASEAN Engineering Pro-gram. A number of PIChE-BC went to to Singapore and vested as an ASEAN Engineers and Associate ASEAN Engineers. With the support of the chapters of PIChE, the mission of the organization to provide lifelong career development of its members and pro-mote the ethical practice of the Chemical Engineer-ing will be attained.

Plant a Tree, Save the Earth By: Engr. Dominic L. Pangilinan The Central Azucarera de Tarlac held its annual tree planting event last November 7, 2018 from 8:00AM to noon, at the Luisita groundfields of Las Hacien-das, San Miguel, Tarlac City. The event was partici-pated by the company’s affiliated groups and organi-zations such as CAT CARES, CAT-EDPC, Luisita Land Corporation, and in partnership with the differ-ent professional organizations in the city. Thus, the PIChE Tarlac Chapter graced the activity to take part in its vision and mission for a clean and green environment. The members of the chapter were de-lighted and enthusiastic, as they were given an op-portunity to help save our environment by planting trees. Trees are essential to life. They create the very air we breathe and filter air pollution. The main activity was initiated with an orientation on how to properly plant a tree by the use of seedlings. A total of 300 seedlings composed of banaba, ilang-ilang and narra were planted.

Planting trees is one of the most powerful and af-fordable ways to make a personal difference for the environment and for the planet. It can provide social, economic and other environmental benefits aside from cleaning the air.

PIChE—BC Christmas Gift Giving to 109 kids & teens of SOS Children Village

PIChE Tarlac Members getting ready to get their hands dirty to plant some trees.


PIChE—UAE Hold Its 2019 Grand Assembly By PIChE—UAE The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – UAE Chapter held its grand assembly on February 15, 2019 at CME Hall, Universal Hospital, Abu Dha-bi, United Arab Emirates. The event was attended by sixty-two chemical engineers and chemical engi-neering practitioners. Registration started at 1:30 in the afternoon immedi-ately followed by the program commencing with the supplementary Health Talk by Dr. Dexter De Castro of the Universal Hospital. Then, Engr. Elmer Casao, Chairman of Bayanihan Council - Abu Dhabi con-gratulated the organization for its establishment. "We are not only engineers but also Filipinos. We can do voluntaryworks to help our fellows. The im-pact of our services on the lives of the people would be invaluable. Lastly, we should start rebranding ourselves as Global Filipinos to elevate our image internationally.", Engr. Casao concluded. Afterwards, Engr. Florencio Lopez Jr., Chief Engi-neer and Lean Six Sigma Black belter, presented his lecture on Value Engineering, Operational Ex-

cellence & Lean Six Sigma. According to him, the greatest value at least possible cost over a project’s or plant’s life cycle can be achieved using appropri-ate tools and techniques. He also challenged fellow members to strive for excellence in everything they do. Engr. Allan Calumpang, founder of Project Noah, also gave a discussion on A Strategic Approach Towards Personal Goal Setting. He compared a typical global Filipino dream to a process flow dia-gram which remains as an illustration and not a re-ality. He reminded everyone that goals should be SMART- specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-bound. Engr. Hilbert Libres, Vice President for Dubai, pre-sented the Chapter's upcoming activities for the year and its long-term aspirations. Engr. Libres be-lieves that the organization is founded on the same principle as servant leadership. As leaders who want to serve first, the PIChE-UAE officers are com-mitted to interact with members and to encourage them to perform well in order to build a remarkable organization. The assembly concluded with the closing remarks by Engr. Arnel Dayao, Vice President for Northern Emirates.

PIChE United Arab Emirates members during the 2019 Grand Assembly held at CME Hall, Universal Hospi-tal, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates


Game Changers

By: Engr. Joshua Bon Roco, AAE

HISTORY IN THE MAKING. It is what the chap-ter describes the milestones they have for 2018. This year gave PIChE - CAMANAVA awesome challenges that measured the unity, creativity, patience and professionalism of this young chap-ter. The chapter has been one of the most active chapters of PIChE. It has been a haven for chem-ical engineers to express their masteries and learn with others as they venture their profession-al lives. Amid the diverse organization, the chap-ter strived through to make each of its members leaders and agents of society. From its beginnings in 2014, it has shown its abil-ity to provide cutting-edge professional training and to promote community involvement. The chapter became fortified with technical experts that made it a forefront of holding quality Continu-ing Professional Development seminars to assist fellow chemical engineers in garnering necessary trainings. With numerous trainings conducted, the chapter encouraged critical thinking in the contin-uing pursuit of excellence in various fields of studies. PIChE CAMANAVA takes the initiative in helping the communities in any way possible: from information seminars, Clean-up drives, to community outreach activities. It shares its vision through local government partnerships along Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, and Valenzuela.

The chapter is also a constant partner of the national board. It continuously ex-tends its support to the group and partic-ipates in the mission of its mother organi-zation. All of these hap-pened in just four years. This 2019, the best is yet to come. Be amazed on how, from being a small chapter to one of the most prestigious, award-winning chapter has become. This is the year, where Exergy will be unleased and will be radiating across generations, building a stronger Chemical Engineering Community, building ONE Profession, in its 80th year celebration. Excellent performance is an offshoot of the pas-sion of its members for knowledge acquisition and public service. Strengthening the chapter’s ability to be competitive is its multidisciplinary members from different industries. Such national networks made PIChE CAMANAVA a forceful and proactive chapter that meet the needs of chemical engineers and equip and transform them to become global engineers and leaders, engineers that are not only technical experts, but are also servants of the nation. PIChE CA-MANAVA – we go beyond.#

The PIChE—CAMANAVA members and officers


Realization of a Vision : The Story of PIChE-UAE Chapter

In the university years, it was often heard that chemical engineers are the ‘universal engineers’. This may be attributed to the fact that chemical engineering is a broad discipline –essentially con-cerned with transforming one thing into another, that is, from raw materials into useful products. Chemi-cal engineers develop and design processes to cre-ate new products or improve existing processes. Chemical engineering application also spans re-source management, environmental protection, and safety.

A number of Filipino chemical engineers work in the Middle East, however, there had been no organiza-tion to serve their professional interests, promote social well-being, and provide support for the wel-fare of fellow Overseas Filipino Workers. Thus, the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – United Arab Emirates Chapter (PIChE-UAE) was founded on these aspirations.

Building blocks

In 2015, Engr. Enrico Layug conceived the idea of establishing the organization but due to some con-straints, conceptualization was delayed. The plan picked up momentum on September 25, 2018 when the first information drive was released on social media platforms inviting all chemical engineers and

chemical engineering practitioners to take part on instituting the chapter.

The first meeting to discuss the proposal of estab-lishing a chapter was held on October 5, 2018 and was attended by nine chemical engineers. Engr. Layug and the group intensified the information drive expanding the network and later coming across with Engr. Mary Lynn Tabasan who was spearheading another group. With the same vision, the two leaders held a collaborative meeting on Oc-tober 24to establish one organized and accredited PIChE International Chapter.

Expanding horizon

The first general assembly was held on November 16 and was attended by thirty-nine chemical engi-neers and chemical engineering practitioners. The assembly included technical presentations about Environmental Impact Assessment and the Role of Chemical Engineers in Plants and Maintenance.

“I was actually overwhelmed that many fellow chem-ical engineers attended the event. Chartering this organization is not an easy task but with your sup-port, we can do this.”, said Engr. Layug.

To spearhead the Chapter’s activities, 17 officers were elected to positions within the Chapter. Engr. Layug and Engr. Tabasan were elected President and Executive Vice President, respectively.

PIChE—UAE officers’ strategic planning for the organiza-tion's activities for 2019 and directions for the future.

Engr. Enrico Layug, elected President, discussed the chap-ter's objectives and his vision to be recognized as out-


On November 30, the officers took their oath of office which was administered by Engr. Jonathan Aquino, PIChE National President, via video call. PIChE-UAE was then accredited by PIChE National Board on No-vember 25 and recognized by the Philippine Embassy in UAE thru Bayanihan Council on December 11.

The PIChE-UAE officers were welcomed by Engr. Arnel Dayao, VP for Northern Emirates, in Ras Al Khaimah on January 10 – 11 for a strategic planning for the organization's activities in 2019 and directions for the future.

The Logo

The PIChE-UAE Chapter logo designed by Engr. Al-drin Castro, the Chapter’s Secretary, was conceived with the unending enthusi-asm of chemical engineers in the UAE to serve fellow OFWs and to drive forward the organization to greater heights as the first PIChE International Chapter.

The silhouette of the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and other elements distinct to the UAE-Arab peninsula symbolize the unity of the engineers in this country in accordance with UAE laws and customs.

The molecular structure is also present. This symboliz-es the uniqueness of chemical engineers among other engineering professions. We have a cohesive bond that enable us to work as one.

Gear head symbolizes the intellectual and creative fragment of each member. This also shows the Chap-ter’s aspiration to be one of the well-known organiza-tions in various facets of knowledge and expertise. The gears and annulus symbolizes the Emirates that serves as the framework for all the Chapter’s local and international activities.

Finally, the silhouette of the Philippine map symbolizes the member’s dedication and hard work for the Philip-pines. It also represents the UAE Chapter being founded on the aims and objectives of the PIChE Na-tional Chapter.

Planning the Future

As PIChE-UAE embarks to become an established chapter, activities are already lined up for 2019. These include the Grand Assembly on February 15, 2019 to convene and formally induct the members. Plant tours and technical seminars are also in place. Information drive will continue to gather more members.

The Organization will remain true to its mandate to provide an avenue to build fellowship, foster social in-teraction, and stimulate exchange of ideas amongst members in the pursuit of maintaining global competi-tiveness.

Theodore M. Hesburgh said that the very essence of leadership is that you have to have vision. The vision to establish PIChE-UAE Chapter was turned into reali-ty through the leaders of the organization.

As professionals, chemical engineers may be univer-sal engineers. But more importantly, PIChE – UAE Chapter members are Filipino chemical engineers. PIChE-UAE Chapter will harness its member’s apti-tude, wisdom and diligence to serve fellow Filipino chemical engineers and countrymen and to spread the great ambition globally.

The elected officers took their oath with Engr. Jonathan Aquino via video conference last November 30, 2018.


Ferdinand Tumpalan, as he is fondly called earned his BS Chemi-

cal Engineering from the University of Santo Tomas in 1982 and an

MBA degree from De La Salle University in 1986. Soon after col-

lege, he started his career in Manila Glass Plant (MGP) of San Mi-

guel Corporation’s (SMC) Packaging Division as a Furnace Engi-

neer, then as a Head of Furnace and Forhearth Engineering of the

said plant.

He assumed various key positions in the organization until he be-

came the President of San Miguel Packaging Products which is

now known as San Miguel Yamamura Packaging Corporation

(SMYPC). The company has over P33 Billion in revenue in 2017

and is one of the most diversified packaging companies in South-

east Asia as well as the most dominant packaging company in the

Philippines serving the glass, metal, composite, paper, plastics and

PET requirements of various industries. It has 14 facilities in the

Philippines as well as in Malaysia, Vietnam, China, Australia and

New Zealand.

Ferdinand Tumpalan, PIChE’s AFEO Honorary Fellow

FERDINAND A. TUMPALAN ASEAN FEDERATION OF ENGINEERING ORGANISATION

(AFEO) HONORARY FELLOW

WHAT’S INSIDE?

Roy Roque Rivera Jr Editor-in-chief

Contributors:

Jonathan Aquino, ASEAN Eng, PIChE Nat’l President Engr. Leonila Abela, PIChE—COF

Engr. Joshua Bon Roco, AAE, PIChE—YES Engr. Airra Ilagan, PIChE—UAE

Engr. Hilbert Libres, PIChE—UAE Engr. Danica Justine De Guzman, PIChE—Tarlac

Dr. Flocerfida Amaya, PIChE Laguna Engr. Ramon Christian P. Eusebio , PIChE—Laguna

Engr. April Grace Santiago, PIChE—MME Engr. Maria Lourdes Pitargue, PIChE—Baguio –Benguet

Engr. Dominic Pangilinan, PIChE—Tarlac Paul Joshua S. Segubre, PIChE—Bataan

Dennis T. Pagud, PIChE—Bataan Engr. Melody Kimberly Pitoc, PIChE—CDO

Editor’s Note: 2018 has been a fruitful year to PIChE. Many activities were held and many achievements were garnered by the organization as a whole Throughout the year PIChE dedicates itself upholding the chemical engineering profession, providing the members with CPD programs, and tackling and solving issues concerning the chemical engineering profession. As we build a nation, let us together continue to strive for excellence and continue to uphold our profession in the years to come. The Distiller is already accepting articles and write -ups for its September 2019 issue. If you have any interesting articles and news in your chapter, you can have it featured in our newsletter. Just send the articles to my email [email protected]. Thank you everyone for the support and God Bless us all! Roy Roque Rivera Jr. Editor-in-chief The Distiller

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