IIEE @ 40: A Journey of Service for Excellence The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers (IIEE) Cagayan de Oro chapter held its 2 nd Technical Seminar and Plant tour last July 24-25, 2015 at the Grand C apri ce R estaurant, Limketkai Cent er, C aga yan de Oro Cit y with the theme "IIEE @ 40: A Journey of Service for Excellence". The participants were warmly welcomed with a plant and eco tour at the Philippine Sinter Corporation (PSC). Philippine Sinter Corporation (PSC) was incorporated in 1974, by JFE Steel Corporation, one of the world's largest steel makers. The company manages and operates the only sinter production facility in the world that is detached from a steel mill complex.
Sintered ore is made of ferrous and calcium, which can be produced from fine iron ore and limestone through a sintering machine. Sintered ore is widely used for blast furnace in the steel industry. The plant tour provides the participants to see firsthand the equipments and machineries, observed on how the actual production gets done. They were able to interact with the personnel’s who are involve in the working process of the production.
More than 50 participants and 5 past IIEE presidents of the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers(IIEE) Cagayan de Oro Chapter participated the Technical Seminar on the 2 nd day July 25th held at Grand Caprice Restaurant and Convention Center, Limketkai, Cagayan de Oro City with the theme "IIEE @ 40: A Journey of Service for Excellence".
The event was more on enriching for the participants as updates were given during the technical presentations. Participants took the opportunity to ask questions after each technical presentation. Their active participation simply manifests their eagerness to learn more on the latest issues and upgrades in the field of electrical engineering. Engr. Reuel C. Pallugna, REE, MoE on Technical Assessment of Solar Assisted Energy Systems for Multi – Unit Residential Buildings in Tropical Countries.
Dr. Mario Sumalinog, DTE, REE, CE on Industrial Safety.
Engr. Ramil L. Ombina, MSEE, PEE on The Apparent Power on the Embedded Generator on ILP.
Engr. Alex L. Maureal, MUST ICT Director talk about the Construction Permit Streamlining Process towards Shared Solution Framework in Cagayan de Oro City thru the new Building Permit Management System (BPMS). The new system introduce a computerised building permit process and applications where professionals and customers can apply and get approve thru an online system.
Among the other highlights of the event was the product presentation coming from the different sponsors – exhibitors namely the UP Marketing, Maroon Electrical and Engineering Services, DENKI Elecrtic Corporation, CENTRON (Energy Savings Technology) De Oro Conching Electrical and Construction and CEPALCO Energy Services Corporation (CESCO).
The booth and presentation of exhibitors gave the event additional fun and excitement to the participants and guest.
The gathering was not just enriching but filled with fun as the participants took a break during the lunch time and given plenty of time to visit the exhibitor’s booth. Part of the closing ceremony the participants and sponsor-exhibitor was given certificates on stage as they are recognized by name.
Engr. Rojien V. Morcilla, IIEE VP-Technical concluded the event with great optimism that the members will still actively support the upcoming activities of IIEE. He was grateful for the support and interest the members,officers and the sponsors extended to make the event possible.
Former IIEE Presidents came to give full support to the event.