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DOST-FPRDI showcases bamboo technologies thru techno forum
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The DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) recently conducted a technology forum on bamboo technologies for members of ACESER Corporation— a group involved in construction services and which is under the ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative, a cooperative for the Armed Forces of the Philippines and other uniformed personnel.
The forum offered opportunities for future collaborations and served as a platform for engaging with ACESER Corporation, the latter being interested in investing on bamboo-based technologies, specifically engineered bamboo for construction and furniture.
DOST-FPRDI OIC Director Dr. Rico J. Cabangon welcomed the participants and highlighted the Institute’s various technologies and initiatives on bamboo. This was followed by in-depth discussions of Engr. Jovito A. Elec on DOST-FPRDI’s bamboo processing technologies, and Engr. Christian S. Camacho on engineered bamboo and bamboo for construction.
DOST develops innovations on processing, storage to protect furniture
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Recent reports of bed bugs infesting metal and wooden furniture at Ninoy Aquino International Airport have raised health and safety concerns for airport facilities. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) offers support in addressing this issue by introducing local innovations to enhance furniture made from indigenous materials, such as rattan.
“This news may have caused apprehension towards using rattan and other non-timber forest products (NTFP) for furniture, but DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) would like to clarify that technologies and methods are available to prolong their service life,” explained Rico J. Cabangon, DOST-FPRDI Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Director.
Cabangon clarified that bed bugs are attracted to the woven pattern of wicker furniture, like rattan, not the material itself. Bed bugs thrive in items with tiny cracks and crevices, regardless of the material—whether rattan, metal, cloth, or concrete.
DOST showcases ‘Silyang Pinoy’ at its Day Care Center
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Pupils at the DOST Day Care Center (DDCC) in Bicutan, Taguig City will soon use eco-friendly furniture in their classrooms. The DOST- Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) has turned over 12 sets of Silyang Pinoy – a school furniture primarily crafted from engineered bamboo.
Developed by DOST-FPRDI, Silyang Pinoy is a multi-functional furniture (a combination of a chair and table) that easily transforms into a bed. This innovation proves invaluable during natural disasters when public schools are converted into evacuation centers.
“The Silyang Pinoy is an important innovation and is in line with DOST’s commitment to develop and support technologies in disaster preparedness, rehabilitation and recovery. Not only does it showcase modern and aesthetic design; it also highlights the versatility and potential of sustainable forest products such as bamboo,” said DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum, Jr.
