Special Papers: Recent submissions
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A comparative study on the performance of commercial and shredded expanded polystyrene roughing filter as pretreatment for the improvement of the physical properties of water from Tigum River, San Isidro, Jaro, Iloilo City
(2021-01)Domestic-scale water filters often require relatively low turbid water which is often not available in times of natural calamities, requiring the use of water pretreatment systems for turbidity reduction in the available ... -
Design, fabrication, and evaluation of downdraft kiln for the production of lime from slipper-cupped oyster (Crassostrea iredalei, Faustino 1932) shells
(2020-03)Slipper-cupped oyster shell contains 95% calcium carbonate and is considered as a promising source of lime in the future. This study aimed to design, fabricate, and evaluate a downdraft kiln to produce lime from Slipper-cupped ... -
Effects of different brands of EPS coolers used on the melt rate of ice for the containment and transport of milkfish (Chanos chanos) in Libas Fishing Port and Iloilo Fish Port Complex (IFPC)
(2019-05)Milkfish (Chanos chanos) is named as the national fish of the Philippines and also one of the major fish species produced in Panay. This study aims about the comparison and assessment of the effectiveness of two different ... -
Determination of optimal packaging for distribution of eggplants (Solanum melongena) to selected markets in Iloilo City
(2019-05)This study aimed to determine the optimal packaging for distribution of eggplants (Solanum melongena) to selected markets in Iloilo City. The packaging materials that were studied included woven bamboo basket (kaing), sack ... -
Comparative study on LDPE polybag, PP snap-lid container, VMPET/PE pouch, PA/PE vacuum bag as used in packing blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) meat
(2019-05)This study aimed to identify the trends and statistically analyze the significant differences of Water Activity, pH, and Sensory Analysis when LDPE Polybag, PP Snap-lid Container, VMPET/PE Pouch, and PA/PE Vacuum Bag is ... -
Comparative study of the effects of banana leaf and paper inserts on the shelf life of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
(2019-05)Oyster mushroom (pleurotus ostreatus) production has long been an industry in the Philippines and has been grown commercially around the world for food. Because of its high moisture content, their thin porous epidermal ... -
Development and testing of composite paperboard by mold and deckle papermaking process using abaca tuxy waste, banana pseudostem, and rice straw fibers
(2022-05)This research study determined the optimum ratio of abaca tuxy waste, banana pseudostem, and rice straw fibers to produce composite paperboard using the mold and deckle papermaking process. Four sets of composite paperboard ... -
Transit and laboratory performance testing study for wooden crate, kaing, and returnable plastic container (RPC) used as transport packaging for tomatoes
(2019-05)This study aimed to evaluate and compare the protective capability of the wooden crate, kaing, and returnable plastic container (RPC) in terms of the number of damaged tomatoes after experiencing shock and vibration hazard ... -
Trundling and laboratory performance testing of polystyrene chicken egg clamshell trays in returnable plastic crate, corrugated box and wooden crate for Egger Farm San Miguel, Iloilo
(2019-05)Eggshell breakage and egg tray damage are common during transportation rather than any other step during processing and distribution. Hence, the study aimed to test and compare the protective ability of secondary packaging ... -
Performance evaluation of the DOST gable top autobottom fruit box as carrier box for mango, apple guava, and grape fruits during the distribution to Jaro, Iloilo City
(2019-05)This study aimed to evaluate the performance of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) gable top auto-bottom fruit box as a carrier box in terms of its protective as well as utility and convenience function.The ... -
Proposed relocation and construction of the slaughterhouse of Miag-ao, Iloilo
(2012)The construction of a slaughterhouse is one of the priority projects in Miag-ao, Iloilo. This project is the answer to the dilapidated slaughterhouse in the said municipality. At present, there is an existing slaughterhouse ... -
Proposed construction of a two-storey PWD center in Concepcion, Iloilo
(2012)This project study proposes the construction of a two-storey PWD center that will serve as training ground to help persons with disability (PWDs) achieve gainful employment - the opportunity "to be productive members of ... -
Design, construction, and performance testing of a wall-mounted wheelchair lift for a two-storey house
(2020)For people with disability and difficulty, they need wheelchairs in their day-to-day tasks. A wheelchair in fact plays a vital role and function among people who cannot take the flight of stairs. They are faced with ... -
Power demand medium term forecasting for Vitarich Corporation using data mining algorithm
(2020)Forecasting provides a well founded decision in making future developments, in maintaining a stable system, and in avoiding technical risks. This study focuses on data mining the historical records of Vitarich Corporation, ... -
Proposed potable water supply system of Central Philippine University in Jaro, Iloilo City
(2008)Water is essential to both living and non-living things. There are a lot of water resources especially in the Philippines but accessibility and potabilty is always a problem. Water can be used for different reason such ... -
Proposed reclamation/expansion (for passenger terminal and parking space) of Buenavista Port at Buenavista, Guimaras
(2007)The scope of this project study includes the preparation of plans for the construction of the passenger terminal and parking space at Beunavista Port, Buenavista Guimaras. Insufficient parking spaces are the major ...
