Volume 2, No.

2 December 31, 2010

Official Newsletter of the

Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers

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PIChE Goes International @ Taipei’s APCChE Congress
True to its mission of bringing global appreciation of
chemical engineering practice to its members, a six-man
PIChE delegation attended the 13th Asia-Pacific Confedera-
tion of Chemical Engineering (APCChE) Congress at the
Howard International Center in Taipei, Taiwan this October
5-8, 2010. The National President, Engr. Cezar dela Cruz,
led the PIChE group joined by the Governing Body of the
College of Fellows: Engr. Eriberto Pineda (Chair), Dr.
Lydia Tansinsin (PRO), Dr. Nuna Almanzor (Treasurer),
and Prof. Alberto Laurito (Secretary), and Dr. Evelyn
Laurito, First Vice-President of the PIChE MMAC.
In the APCChE Executive Council meeting preceding the
Congress, Engr. Dela Cruz presented a convincing bid for
PIChE to host the 16th Congress in Manila in 2014, but the Australian bid
for Montreal as venue in 2015 prevailed. In the same meeting however, the
Council gave PIChE the priority to host the 17th Congress in 2017. In the
Education session of the Congress program, Prof. Alberto Laurito ably
presented a paper entitled “Current State of Chemical Engineering Educa-
tion in the Philippines: Moving Towards Global Comparability”, describ-
ing the collaborative efforts of the CHED’s Technical Panel for Chemical
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PIChE College of Fellows Holds First

General Assembly
Engr. Eriberto Pineda, Chair of the Governing Body, presided
over the historic first general assembly of the PIChE College of
Fellows held at the G Waterfront Hotel in Roxas Boulevard last
September 12, 2010. The assembly was attended by 13 of its 19
active members and came after the induction ceremonies of two
more new Fellows: Dr. Filemon A. Uriarte Jr., and Engr. Con-
stante T. Tapuro, both former PIChE National Presidents. The
induction was part of the Opening Program of the 2010 Chemical
Engineering celebration held earlier at the same venue.
The assembly tackled the upcoming cooperative activities of the
College with the PIChE National Board, among which are: par-
ticipation in the 13th APCChE Congress to be held in Taipei, Tai-
wan on October 5-8, 2010 with the mission of bidding to host the
16th Congress in 2014; assistance to a project proposal to be sub-
mitted to the ASEAN Foundation for the conduct of a Forum
among leaders of ASEAN ChE Societies next September for the
prospective creation of an ASEAN Network of Chemical Engi-
neers; and proposed amendments to the PIChE bylaws, including
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NEWS FROM THE CHAPTERS
Baguio_Benguet Chapter
Induction Ceremony
Last August 29, 2010, members of the PICHE – Baguio
Benguet Chapter gathered together for the Induction Cere-
mony for their new set of officers assuming office for the next
two years with none other than the PIChE National President
Engr. Cezar dela Cruz as the guest of honor.
The event started with a brief welcome from the incom-
ing president, Engr. Ester Aguilar followed by the introduction
of the Board of Directors and the guest speaker by the National
VP for Luzon and chapter member, Engr. Susan A. Mamitag.
Engr. Cezar dela Cruz inducted the current set of offi-
cers exhorting them to remain active and fulfill their sworn du-
ties to their chapter members. In his message, he talked about
the current challenges that face the organization and the profes-
sion as a whole and the role of the local chapters particularly
the officers in helping ease the transition for the members who
are affected.
In particular, the National President expounded on the
implementation of the Continuing Professional Education Units
(CPE) which will be implemented for all chemical engineers
who will be renewing their licenses in the coming years as well
as updates with regards to the Washington Accord and its rele-
vance to the profession of Chemical Engineering benefitting
both the PICHE Seniors and Juniors attending.
The ceremony ended with the closing remarks deliv-
ered by incoming Vice President Engr. Petra Cadawan and
capped off by lunch. The event was held at the Function Room
of the picturesque High Point Boutique Inn at Camp 7, Baguio
City.

PIChE Davao Chapter Sponsors a Seminar on Sustainable Technologies

By: Dr. Albert B. Jubilo
The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – Davao
Chapter, Inc. sponsored a seminar last December 10,
2010 at the Grand Men Seng Hotel, Davao City. The
seminar entitled “Sustainable Technologies and Best
Practices in Industry” was intended for the chemical en-
gineers in the industry and academe. Engr. Cezar S.
Dela Cruz, PIChE National President, was the resource
speaker. He discussed the Chemical Engineering Law
(RA 9297), its Implementing Rules and Regulation, Wash-
ington Accord and the main topic sustainable technologies
and best practices in industry. It was a whole day activity
with CPE units for the attendees from several industries,
academe (Specifically Ateneo de Davao University and
University of Mindanao) and other professionals.
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Engr. Maribel R. Blones, PIChE Davao Chapter
President, gave the welcome address and Dr. Al-
bert B. Jubilo was the master of ceremony.
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NEWS FROM THE CHAPTERS

DLSU Team bags PIChE Luzon Quiz Bowl 2010
The PIChE Luzon Quiz Bowl is an annual academic competition of Chemi-
cal Engineering students in Luzon. This is also known as Luzon Elimina-
tions because the top five schools represent Luzon in the National Quiz
Bowl, which is part of the ChE Student Congress held during the PIChE
National Convention.

This year’s Luzon Quiz Bowl was held last November 27, 2010 and was
hosted by the Malayan Colleges Laguna. The team from De La Sale Univer-
sity, composed of Erwin A. de Jesus, Louie C. Shieh, Franz Adrian L. Sy,
and Francis Narvin A. Tañala with their coach, Engr. Teddy G. Monroy,
bested 8 other schools. First Runner-up is University of the Philippines-
Diliman (team members: Mario P. Nistal, Jr., Jhud Mikhail O. Aberilla, John
Leo G. Baring, and Karl Ezra S. Pilario with Coach Engr. Jay R T. Adola-
cion) and Second Runner-up is University of the Philippines-Los Baños
(team members: Jomuel A. Velandres, Mart Benson M. Castillo, Brent
Owen Pastor, and John Erick Ventura with Coach Engr. Jerico Z. Alcantara). DLSU Team: (L-R: Erwin De Jesus, Francis Narvin
Tanala,Franz Adrian Sy, Louie Shieh, Engr. Teddy Mon-
The winning teams received trophies and medals. The Fourth and Fifth Place roy
went to Mapua Institute of Technology and Technological Institute of the
Philippines-Manila, respectively. The judges were composed of Prof. Dodjie Lungsod ng Maynila, and University of Santo
S. Maestrecampo (Chair), Dr. Alma Bella P. Madrazo and Engr. Jesuñino R. Tomas. The top five teams will compete in the
Aquino (members). The other schools who participated in the Luzon Quiz National Quiz Bowl on Feb. 16, 2011 at Colegio
Bowl were: Adamson University, Cagayan State University, Pamantasan ng San Agustin-Bacolod..

PIChE-Bataan Annual Career Orientation Program

By: Jayledeo Charles G. Angeles

PIChE-Bataan sponsored the annual Career Orientation program which was

held on August 28, 2010 at Petron Bataan Refinery Auditorium. Ninety-one
(91) high school students and respective advisers of different schools in
Bataan attended the event: eleven (11) from The Peninsula School, fifteen
(15) from BEPZ Multinational School, sixteen (16) from Jose Rizal Institute-
Orion, fifteen (15) from Limay National High School, twenty (20) from
Bataan School of Fisheries, and fourteen (14) from Llamas Memorial Insti-
tute School. Engr. Arjames T. Balgoa and Engr. Madison F. Carpio of
Petron Bataan Refinery hosted the event. The event started at 8:00 AM with
a prayer led by Engr. Alvin C. Gaspar. PIChE National Treasurer and
PIChE-Bataan Immediate Past President, Engr. Alexander B. Safran gave an
inspirational message.
The program’s primary objective was to give high school students excellent
tips in their studies. Students were also enlightened about their course op-
tions and about the value of chemical engineering as a profession. Speakers
who shared tips and career options to students were Mr. Kenneth Robert C.
de Guzman and Engr. Carlos L. Corpuz, Jr. of Petron Bataan Refinery, and
Engr. Marlene Arcenas of Philippine Resins Industries, Inc. (PRII). Engr.
cational Assistance Program (EAP) of PIChE-
Corpuz talked about ways and tips on how to survive and thrive in college.
Bataan. Mr. Magnaye is a third year chemical engi-
Mr. de Guzman talked about college preparation and Engr. Arcenas shared
neering student from the Adamson University.
her knowledge and experience on the Chemical Engineering profession.
At the end of the event, certificate of attendance were given to the participat-
ing schools. Financial assistance amounting to PhP15,000.00 was also
given to PIChE-Bataan scholar, Mr. Angelo G. Magnaye, as part of the Edu-
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ENGR. CEZAR S. DE LA CRUZ
National President
Twenty ten is one of the milestone
years in the history of PIChE as
marked by the numerous accomplish-
ments within the year.
January 2010 started the very active
year for PIChE with the selection of the
awardees for the Outstanding Chemi-
cal Engineer and PIChE Chapters. A
meeting with the PIChE-Cavite Chap-
ter was held to give them updates on
PIChE Activities. We also signed a
MOA with Business Trends Philippines
on Website sponsorship.
February 2010 heralded the very
successful 71st PIChE National Conven-
tion with more than 400 delegates at-
tending the convention at the Develop-
ment Academy of the Philippines in
Tagaytay City. This marked a 33%
increase in attendance as a result of the
chapter revival efforts made in 2009. It
was also during this event that the
PIChE Fellow was formally launched
with the conferment and oathtaking of
the initial batch of PIChE Fellows.
March 2010 paved the way for the
Planning Session of the National Board
of Directors held at the Linden Suites
Hotel to map out the activities for 2010
going to 2011.
April 2010 saw the activeness of the
PIChE-Bataan Chapter holding its
General Assembly and the PIChE-
Olongapo City Chapter holding its In-
duction of Officers and new Members.
It was also in this month that the
NBOD held its first virtual meeting.
May 2010 welcomed the new
batch of Licensed Chemical
4 Engineers at the Oathtaking
held at the Hotel Sofitel Philip-
Our Vission
PIChE is the organization that is com-
mitted to the continual development of
all its members in order to make them
become globally competitive.
pine Plaza which coincided with the
conferment of PIChE Fellow to Engr.
Francisco Arellano and Engr.
Fortunato de la Pena. This month also
witnessed the PIChE-Junior Chapter
Luzon Induction of Officers. It was
also in May that PIChE sent its
delegates to a Forum on Washington
Accord held at the SEAMEO
Conference Hall at Diliman, Quezon
City
June 2010 made PIChE proud to
have Engr. Eriberto Pineda as the Out-
standing Chemical Engineer of the
Year at the PRC Awards Night held at
Manila Hotel. Equally important was
the holding of the PIChE-Tacloban
Chapter Conference which gathered
chemical engineers in the Leyte area to
attend a technical forum. This coin-
cided with the NBOD board meeting
which was held at Ormoc City wherein
we met the PIChE-Ormoc Chapter.
The PIChE-JCL also held its General
Assembly at the Zapanta Resort at Bi-
nangonan, Rizal to map out its activi-
ties and give training to its members.
July 2010 despite the heavy rains
saw the PIChE-JCL Induction of Offi-
cers and Members at Baguio and a
meeting of the PIChE-La Union Chap-
ter with the PIChE President. It was
also in this month that the PIChE-
MMAC held its General Assembly at
Mapua, Intramuros.
August 2010 was equally rewarding
when we held the PIChE Visayas Area
Chapter Presidents’ Meeting at the
Waterfront Hotel in Cebu. This was
followed by a meeting with the PIChE-
Cebu Chapter at the Abuhan Restau-
Our Core Values
As professional chemical engineers, we
adhere to the following core values:
1. Excellence
2. Commitment
3. Integrity
4. Service
rant. It was also in this month that
PIChE-Baguio Chapter held its Induc-
tion of Officers renewing and reviving
activeness of its member chemical engi-
neers.
September 2010 celebrated the 5th
Chemical Engineering Week nationwide
with all the PIChE Chapters carrying
out simultaneous activities. Mayor Al-
fredo Lim was handed a copy of Chemi-
cal Engineering Law for the City of Ma-
nila during this event. It was also in this
month that the NBOD held its board
meeting at Cagayan de Oro City which
coincided with the very successful
PIChE-CDO Technical Forum and the
Mindanao Chapter Presidents’ Meeting.
October 2010 sent six delegates to
the Asia Pacific Confederation of
Chemical Engineering Congress held in
Taipei, Taiwan to attend the 4-day con-
ference wherein Engr. Alberto Laurito
made a technical presentation. PIChE
revived its international linkage with
other chemical engineering organiza-
tions during this conference.
November 2010 kept the NBOD busy
as it prepared to submit nominees to the
PRC Board of Chemical Engineering. It
was also in this month that PIChE-BSP
Chapter held its Induction of Officers.
Another highlight of this month is the
revival of the PIChE-Laguna Chapter.
December 2010 promises to be
equally momentous as the NBOD goes to
Bicol to hold its board meeting and meet
the Bicol Chapter. It is also in this
month that we hope to finally form the
PIChE-Makati Chapter.
As we bid goodbye to the year 2010
and welcome 2011, let us be thankful for
all the blessings that came our way and
work equally hard in the coming year.
Together, as Chemical Engineers, we
can achieve a lot and we must remain
coherent towards our common goals.
Cheers to all the Chemical Engineers
for a very successful 2010! !

PIChE Trivia
Engr. Ferdie C. Zapanta
Do you know ?
…..that the first Chemical Engineering Law, known
as Republic Act 318 enacted on June 19, 1948, clearly
defined the field of practice of Chemical Engineering?
…..that the Chemical Engineering Law of 2004, also
known as Republic Act 9297 which repealed RA 318
was enacted on May 15, 2004 and requires that all
building plans for Manufacturing Installations must
have the Chemical Engineer’s signature and seal ?
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PRC ChE Board Gives Special Token of
Recognition to PIChE-CDO Officers
By Dyna C. Enad and Rodel T. Fronda
During the two-part techni-
cal Seminar hosted by the PIChE
CDO Chapter last September 25,
2010, Engr. Francisco A. Arellano,
in behalf of the PRC Chemical En-
gineering Board, awarded special
tokens of Recognition to former
National Vice President for Min-
danao Engr. Rex Manuel P. Paayas
and former PIChE-CDO President/
current PIChE National Board
Director for Mindanao Engr. Rodel
T. Fronda, for both their initiative
and efforts in successfully organizing the first-ever Oath-
taking Ceremony conducted in Cagayan de Oro City held
last November 14, 2009 at the Grand City Hotel attended
by 13 new board-passers from Xavier University-Ateneo
de Cagayan and Mindanao State University – Iligan In-
stitute of Technology (MSU-IIT), and the earliest-ever
oath-taking event for chemical engineers (performed one
week after the November 7, 2009 release of PRC ChE
board exam results as compared to the usual 6-8 weeks
oath-taking schedule after the exam results). The said
ceremony was personally administered by Engr.
Arellano.
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PIChE-Bataan Whiz Quiz
By: John Ryan S. Tan
PIChE-Bataan held the third “Whiz Quiz” on
August 28, 2010 at the Petron Bataan Refinery
Auditorium right after the Career Orientation
program. The Whiz Quiz gave the junior high
school students an opportunity to interact with
PIChE-Bataan members. The quiz was intro-
duced and the mechanics were declared to the
participants by the Quiz Master, Engr. Gerald B. Fisheries, and Llamas Memorial Institute School partici-
Araullo of Petron Bataan Refinery. Each team pated in the quiz contest. Among the six (6) participating
was composed of two representative students high schools, Jose Rizal Institute–Orion, which was repre-
and a PIChE-Bataan member. The game was sented by high school students Paul Albert Cuevas and
composed of a student round, an engineer round, Ronnel Del Monte, and PIChE-Bataan member Mr. Ken-
and a team round. The Peninsula School, BEPZ neth Robert C. de Guzman, was declared this year’s cham-
Multinational School, Jose Rizal Institute-Orion, pion. Cash prizes, medals and t-shirt giveaways were
Limay National High School, Bataan School of awarded to the champion and the runners-up.

7th PIChE National Board Meeting and Mindanao Chapters’ Presidents Held
in Cagayan de Oro City
by Rodel T. Fronda and Dyna C. Enad

Last September 25, 2010, the 3rd PIChE National Board Physical Meeting was con-
ducted at the VIP Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City, with PIChE-Cagayan de Oro as
the host chapter.
The following PIChE NBOD officers were present: Pres. Cezar De la Cruz,
Eriberto Pineda, Alberto Laurito, Reynaldo Esguerra, Susan Mamitag, Alexander
Safran, Alexander Yap, Ferdinand Zapanta, Rodel Fronda, Dyna Enad and Eloisa
Villegas. The main agenda were the updates on the preparations for the 72nd
PIChE National Convention scheduled on February 16-18, 2011 at Bacolod City, as
well as updates on the Chemical Engineering ID and on the Washington Accord.
The second activity for the morning was the Mindanao Chapters’ meeting
and working lunch, which, in addition to the national officers from the previous gathering, was attended by the presi-
dents and representatives of the Mindanao-based chapters, namely Gemma Trozo (Surigao), Maribel Blones (Davao),
Mike Villapaz (Bukidnon), Brett Laudato (SOCSARGEN), and Edwin Richard Ortiz (CDO). It provided an opportunity for
an exchange of views between the national board officers and Mindanao chapter presidents and representatives on a
number of relevant concerns, particularly in connection with the preparations and support for the next year’s conven-
tion.
On his closing remarks during the afternoon seminar program, Engr. Cezar de la Cruz inspired the participating
students and professionals with courage and enlightenment about the enduring Chemical Engineering Profession, which
is still being regarded as “the jack of all trades” in spite of the changes in the career preferences of both upcoming stu-
dents and current professionals.
A major fellowship dinner prepared by the CDO Chapter for the National Board Officers, Chapter presidents and
representatives, and invited guests was held at the Philippine Sinter Corporation Beach House on the evening of
the said date. The host chapter delighted its guests and visitors to an impressive dining in a night complete with
6 plentiful lechon, fabulous cuisine, and assorted dessert and fruits, with the best farm-fresh durian fruit varieties
sponsored by National VP-Mindanao Engr. Alexander Yap and Del Monte pineapple fruits and products provided
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PIChE Cagayan de Oro Chapter holds PIChE SOCSARGEN hosts 3rd
Technical Seminar Mindanao Plant Tour
By Rodel T. Fronda and Dyna C. Enad
by Dyna C. Enad and Rodel T. Fronda
A two-part techni-
cal seminar was held in The PIChE SOCSARGEN Chapter successfully hosted
the afternoon of Septem- the 3rd Mindanao Plant Tour last October 22-23, 2010 in coor-
ber 25, 2010 by PIChE- dination with PIChE Mindanao chapters, namely Bukidnon,
Cagayan de Oro Chapter Cagayan de Oro, Davao, Iligan Bay and Surigao.
at the VIP Hotel, Cagayan The two-day plant tour included on-site visits and proc-
de Oro City with more ess flow discussions at various industrial facilities in General
than 70 Chemical Engi- Santos City & nearby municipalities composed of: East Asia
neers and students in at- Integrated Livestock, Inc., Mt. Matutum Meat Packing Corpo-
tendance. Moreover, the ration (a Modern Slaughterhouse), Dole Philippines, Inc. (Fruit
PIChE National Board Processing), General Santos City Fishport Complex, Philbest
Officers, Mindanao PIChE Chapters’ presidents and representa- Canning Corp., Celebes Canning Corp. (Fish Processing) and
tives also joined the seminar. Genpack Corporation (Can Making). The participants were
The technical topics covered were Key Considerations eager to see and know about the details of each destination;
in the Development of a Coal-Fired Power Plant, and Solid from the way automated processes on production and environ-
Waste Management (R.A. 9003) Implementation which were pre- mental control are being operated, to how actually large and
sented by PIChE National Board Director for Mindanao Engr. numerous are the yellow fin tuna being unloaded and handled
Dyna C. Enad of the Power Business Unit of Conal Holdings by the workers at the fishport complex.
Corp., and PIChE-Davao Chapter President Engr. Maribel R. The event also included a memorable fellowship night
Blones of the National Irrigation Administration, respectively. on its first day at Tierra Montana Hotel in General Santos City,
The topics for the session were laden with information complete with an intermission number by cultural dance per-
and ideas essential to the implementation of plans and activities formers and served with luscious dishes, juicy lechon and fresh
for both power plant tuna slices. Representatives of the participating chapters also
projects and solid waste gave their own presentations to delight the crowd.
handling and disposal Engr. Harlan A. Sunada, a practicing Chemical Engi-
methods which was fol- neer for more than 25 years, gave a very inspirational talk on
lowed by exchange of the challenges being faced today by Filipino Chemical Engi-
views on a number of neers .As he said, “For the Philippines to prosper, Chemical
relevant issues, espe- Engineers will have to be the backbone of economic growth in
cially in connection with the agricultural and manufacturing sector that can provide a
actual power plant de- much-needed growth of the middle class. The Philippine gov-
sign, pollution control ernment and professional organizations such as PIChE need to
options and environment be able to work side by side to attract the right kind of foreign
protection measures. investment that can utilize the talents of the Philippines.”
Engr. Francisco Arellano also provided relevant updates and in- As the last activity on the following day, lunch was
formation to the audience composed of professionals and students served at the Lemlunay Resorts, located at Maasim, Sarangani
during the seminar event, particularly on matters pertaining to the Province. The venue, with its own infinity pool, restaurant and
trends and current status of the chemical engineering career and pleasant accommodation, is perched on a high cliff and over-
applications of the Chemical Engineering Law. looking the blue, calm waters of the expansive Saranggani Bay.
Both professionals and students were delighted with the It was a privilege for the SOCSARGEN Chapter to
valuable knowledge and insights garnered from the expert re- host the 3rd PIChE Mindanao Plant Tour. The chapter thus
source speakers. The event was made possible through the spon- would like to express its sincere gratitude for the support, par-
sorship by TRI-MC Industrial and General Supplies, Nestle Phil- ticipation and cooperation of the Iligan Bay, Cagayan de Oro,
ippines, Inc. and Philippine Sinter Corporation, and Del Monte Davao and Bukidnon Chapters in making the joint activity a
Philippines Inc. The retail of premium PIChE pins, T-shirts and huge success, with a total of 141 participants!
polo shirts, and other items were made available through the host Special thanks to the companies and facilities who kindly ac-
chapter. commodated our organization during the plant tour proper,
namely: Mt. Matutum Meat Packing Corporation
(Sunpride), East Asia Integrated Livestock Inc. (Gatsby
Feeds), Dole Philippines Inc., General Santos City Fish
Port Complex, Genpack Corporation, Philbest Corporation
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and Celebes Canning Corporation. It is worthy to mention
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PIChE goes….From page 1 ChE Dry Seal PIChE College of Fellows

Engineering, PIChE, and the ChE
schools in the country to meet
Washington Accord Standards.
More than 600 papers from more
than 20 countries were presented
in the Congress which tackled the
theme: “Innovation and Sustain-
ability in the New Chemical Engi-
neering Era”. Plenary speeches
delivered in the Congress in-
cluded among others: “Chemical
Engineering Challenges and Op-
portunities in the New Era” by Dr.
Johnson Lee, Chairman, Develop-
ment Center for Biotechnology
(DCB) of Taiwan; “Sustainable
Development Challenges in En-
ergy Production” by Dr. Philippe
A. Tanguy VP of R&D of TO-
TAL; “3-D Real-time Simulation
of Chemical Processes — Dream
or Reality?” by Dr. Jinghai Li,
Academician of the Chinese
Academy of Sciences ; and “21st
Century Chemical Engineering
Education – How does the Asian
Pacific Region compare to the rest
of the World?”, by Prof. David
Wood of the University of Mel-
bourne, Australia.
As a result of PIChE’s attendance
to the Congress, a Taiwan group
Requirements
1. Filled-up Applica-
tion Form
2. Payment of Php
1,500
3. PTR Photocopy
4. PRC License Pho-
tocopy
5. Freight Cost of
seal
6. Recent 2X2 photo
of engineers involved in their
Washington Accord imple-
mentation shall visit ChE
schools in Manila this No-
vember and meet with PTC
representatives to discuss
Washington Accord member-
ship opportunities for the
Philippines.
The PIChE Fellow
A PIChE Fellow is a chemical engineer who has distinguished
himself/herself in the practice of chemical engineering and its al-
lied, related, or growth areas/fields (such as managerial and ex-
ecutive positions of chemical/industrial corporations and/or gov-
ernment agencies) and who has reached the apex of his career in
such practice of the profession.
The College of Fellows
These are Chemical engineers who have been granted the title
of Fellows and who have organized themselves into an association
within and affiliated to PIChE. For admission as a Fellow, the
concerned chemical engineer must have been actively involved in
the activities of PIChE, the promotion and development of the
chemical engineering profession and has met all the requirements
as set forth by the College.
Adapted from: http://www.fpiche.org
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letter that is of inter- T Chamaigne Luz D. Jamandre
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PIChE College…. From page 1

among others, a new article on
the College of Fellows. Several
members were also appointed by
the chair to assist the PIChE Na-
tional Board in the ongoing re-
view of the following laws:
Chemical Engineering Act of
2004 care of Lydia Tansinsin;
Clean Air Act of 1999 care of Ed
Alabastro and Pepe Lugay; pend-
ing Sanitary and Environmental
Engineering Bill care of Nuna
Almanzor, and an upcoming Na-
tional Building Code care of
Frankie Arellano.
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Engr. Cezar S. Dela Cruz,
PIChE National President
and ex-officio member of the
Governing Body also ori-
ented the college on the on-
going projects of the National
Board, focusing on the up-
coming National Convention
in February, 2010 and the
drafting of a Technical Code
of Standards. Engr. Ferdi-
nand Zapanta, the PIChE
National Secretary also at-
tended to document the gen-
eral assembly.
Other matters discussed in
the general assembly in-
cluded the payment of annual
membership dues to address
operational expenses; fre-
quent use of the official web-
site (www.fpiche.org) and e-
mail addresses, and the re-
lease of especially designed
coat pins for use by PIChE
Fellows during formal meet-
ings and events courtesy of
the PIChE National Presi-
dent.
PIChE SOCS….From page 7
also the sponsors of the Fel-
lowship Night, namely, R&R
Fishing Industries Inc. for the
sashimi, Sagittarius Mining
Inc. for the lechon, Dole Phil-
ippines Inc. for the prizes and
giveaways, and the General
Santos City Tourism for the
presentation numbers.
The 4th Mindanao
Plant Tour, which will be
held at about the same month
next year, is expected to be
hosted by the Iligan Bay
Chapter.