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The Physics and Mechanics testing lab is equipped with state-of-the-art machines.

For 61 years now, the DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) has been helping players in the construction and wood-based industries assess how strong their materials are and how fit these are for different uses.

Deputy Director Felix B. Tamolang talks about DOST-FPRDI’s S&T programs and services to SMEs and communities.
Deputy Director Felix B. Tamolang talks about DOST-FPRDI’s S&T programs and services to SMEs and communities.

DOST-FPRDI Deputy Director Felix B. Tamolang presented the Institute’s programs and services at the 2018 Luzon Economic Development Forum organized by World Vision Philippines. Before an audience composed of 98 community, business and farmer leaders from eight provinces, he discussed the different DOST-FPRDI technologies and services that can be adopted by SMEs, communities, and cooperatives which make use of forest-based materials.

DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute’s (DOST-FPRDI) bamboo processing technologies were showcased in the recent Science & Technology Caravans in La Union and Ilocos Sur.

Dr. Rico Cabangon talks about DOST-FPRDI’s bamboo processing technologies in La Union.
Dr. Rico Cabangon talks about DOST-FPRDI’s bamboo processing technologies in La Union.

La Union  participants listen to Dr. Cabangon’s presentation.
La Union participants listen to Dr. Cabangon’s presentation.