ANNEX 4

Potential Testing Centers for RE

Products

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AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY TESTING AND EVALUATION CENTER (AMTEC)

University of the Philippines Los Baos
College, Laguna

AMTEC was created in response to the need for an official testing agency for agricultural machinery to guide
stakeholders in determining suitability of agricultural machinery under Philippine conditions. It was
established in 1977 by virtue of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Department of Agriculture
(DA) and the University of the Philippines Los Baos (UPLB).
A. MANDATE
1. Establish standard specifications, test procedures and performance indices for agricultural machinery.
2. Conduct testing and evaluation of agricultural machinery using established standards.
3. Publish and disseminate test standards and test results.
4. Train students, technicians, engineers on standards development and testing of agricultural machinery.
5. Assess field performance of agricultural machinery.
6. Assess after-sales service capabilities of firms engaged in sales of agricultural machinery.

B. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Director

Advisory
Board

Admin
Services

Standards
Development

Testing and
Evaluation

Training and
Information

Director
AMTEC is headed by a full-time Director appointed by the UPLB Chancellor from among the faculty of the
College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology (CEAT). The Director is reports directly to the Dean of
CEAT. He spearheads program planning and implementation, as well as sourcing of external funding for
projects and infrastructure development. His term of office is for three (3) years extendable to a maximum of
six (6) years continuous service.

Advisory Board
The members of the Board are as follows:
1. The Undersecretary for Operations of the Department of Agriculture (DA) shall Chair the Advisory Board;
2. The Chancellor of UPLB shall be the Vice-Chairman;
3. The members shall be the Executive Director of NAFC, Program Director of AgFiMech, Director of BPSDTI, Executive Director of MIRDC, Dean of CEAT, Representative from Farmers Group, and
Representative from Fisheries Group.
4. The Director of AMTEC shall serve as Secretary of the Advisory Board.
Administrative Services Section
The administrative services section provides critical support to the technical sections. It prepares records of
personnel, administrative and financial documents. Drafting, driving and janitorial services are part of the
section.
Standards Development Section
1. Formulate, review and finalize standards on terminology, specifications, performance and procedures of
test and inspection of agricultural machinery.
2. Conduct surveys on spare parts and after-sales service capabilities of agricultural machinery
manufacturers, suppliers and distributors.
3. Formulate, review and finalize standards for critical machine parts for interchangeability and
complementation.
Testing and Evaluation Section
1. Conduct laboratory and field tests to verify machine specifications, performance, quality of manufacture
and suitability to local farming conditions.
2. Assess field performance of agricultural machinery.
3. Design and fabricate test rigs, and calibrate and maintain all test instruments.
4. Maintain the test laboratories and fields.
Training and Information Section
1. Conduct training on standards development, and test and evaluation of agricultural machinery.
2. Manage the AMTEC Database Information System.
3. Publish the developed standards and results of tests of agricultural machinery.
C. ACTIVITIES
1. AMTEC has developed several standards for agricultural production machinery, postharvest equipment,
agricultural structures and engineering materials.
2. AMTEC tests and implements the Philippine Agricultural Engineering Standards. All offices of DA are
required to adopt and comply with the standards.

3. Machine testing: prime movers (electric motor, engine, hand tractor, 4-wheel tractor and farm carrier),
irrigation (drilling rig, water pump, sprinkler head and mole drain), production (plow/harrow/furrower,
planter/seeder/transplanter, weeder/cultivator, spratery/nozzle/regulator, harvester/reaper, and
aerator/mixer) and postharvest equipment (thresher, sheller/husker, dryer, rice/ corn mill, hammer mill,
chipper, chopper, huller, oil expeller, root crop processor, centrifugal fan, fogging machine, moisture
meter, black pepper thresher, paddy cleaner, garbage shredder, bio-waste converter).
4. Maintains webpage (http://www.uplb.edu.ph/ceat/amtec)
5. Publishes test bulletins and Philippine Agricultural Engineering Standards.
6. Trains BS Agricultural Engineering students as part of the On-the-Job training program.
D. EXISTING FACILITIES
AMTEC's facilities include the following:

Precision instruments and equipment for machinery testing such as tachometers, polycorders, load
cells, amplifiers, pressure gauge testers, torque transducers, sound level meters, moisture meters,
surface hardness testers and others;

Mechanical testing facilities which include prony brake dynamometers, generator-type engine
dynamometers, blower test rigs, fuel consumption gauge, waterproof test rig for power tillers,
sprayer test rigs such as continuous running, patternator, cut-off valve durability, pressure chamber
fatigue, drop/strap test rigs and water pump test rigs;

Calibration facilities such as pressure gauge tester and standard weights;

Grain Laboratory equipment such as abrasive and friction whiteners, rubber roll hullers, aspirator,
and other grain analysis equipment;

Fabrication facilities for test rigs such as lathe, drill press, hydraulic press, welding machines, power
hacksaw, and other machine shop tools and equipment;

Two- hectare test field with upland and lowland fields; and

Two-storey building housing the library, conference room, training room, staff offices, testing
laboratory and machine shop.

A list of shop equipment, grain quality laboratory facilities, test equipment and other resources are
presented in Appendix 1.1.

E. BIOMASS ENERGY EQUIPMENT TESTING FACILITY

AMTEC has existing facility for the determination of physical properties of agricultural wastes such as rice
hull, corn cobs, baggase and coconut shell. They have convection drying ovens, desiccators to determine the
moisture content of biomass fuel. They also have muffle furnace to determine the amount of ash in the fuel.

F. REQUIREMENTS FOR TESTING RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES ON BIOMASS

AMTEC lacks the capability to measure biological and organic chemical properties of biomass and would
need capacity building in this regard. It would need a gas analyzer (gas chromatograph) for CO 2, CH4, H2S
and O2. AMTEC will also need equipment for measuring particulate emissions of biomass furnaces and
stoves.
In an initial effort to discuss the possibility of AMTEC being a test center for biomass-based equipment, Mr.
Arsenio Resurreccion, AMTEC Director expressed interest and willingness. He sees no problem with the
management of AMTEC to accept such function but would need to capacitate its staff and acquire equipment
needed for the various tests they shall be expected to provide the biomass sector.

APPENDIX 1.1 : INVENTORY OF AMTEC EQUIPMENT

Shop Equipment
Quantity
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1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
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1 pc
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2 units
2 units
2 units
1 unit
1 pc
1 pc

Equipment/Item
Air Compressor
Anvil, 100 lbs.
Arc Welder, Brand: LINCOLN, 60 amps, VAC, 60Hz
Battery Charger, with variable adjustment positions
Battery Winch, 12V DC
Bearing Puller 315, Model 1088, Jaw opening to 1
Drill, portable w/ forward and reverse drive, cap in steel
Drill chuck, 1 capacity
Drill press, MIKUNI Brand, Model: MUD 8500
Drill press vise, general purpose use on drill press milling pull
machines
Engine lathe, Model TSL 1000D TAKISAMA, high speed
Grease gun, lever type w/ 1/8 NPT female outlet
Hoist, w/ plain trolley, electric, 3-phase motor KITTO 2 tons
Puller Hoist, capacity: 1500 lbs.
Hydraulic comb., Model 4000 floor and truck cane OTC
Hydraulic press, NAGASAKI, Japan, Model SCP 60
Hydraulic Ram, DUFF NORTON, push and pull, 10 tons,
Model No. PR JODA 172, complete w/ pump and 6 hose
Jack, mega hydraulic crocodile, Model W-6 lifting range 15
Power Hacksaw, Blade length 18, Motor 1 Hp 60 Hz,
Vise jaw swivel 450
Puller, gear 3 jaws, reversible arm, reach 6 variable
Differential Pulley, LUCKY 3M, capacity: 3 tons
Soldering gun, instant heat model
Speed Reducer, to be used in a 5 Hp electric motor
Swivel Base Vice, heavy duty
Magnetic starter, to be used in 20 hp electric motor
Magnetic Starter, Type K-18, NATIONAL, rated voltage 220V
motor capacity, 3-phase
Magnetic Starter, star delta, y-delta, SD-21C, 15 Hp 3/220V
with push button
Electric Motor, 3-phase, 5 Hp, rpm range 1440 TEFC
Electric Motor, 3-phase, 7.5 Hp, 220V, 60 Hz, 3600 rpm
Electric Motor, 3-phase, 10 Hp, 220V, 60 Hz, 3600 rpm
Electric Motor, 3-phase, 20 Hp
Electric Motor, Hp, 1725 rpm, single phase, GE Brand
Variable Speed Motor, range 150-1500 rpm, 5 Hp
Electric Motor, single phase, capacitance start, squirrel cage,
induction, Hp, 208-230V, 1725 rpm, Made in China
Motor, Hp, single-phase, capacitance start, squirrel cage,
induction, 208-230 V, 1725 rpm, 60 Hz, Made in China
Motor, 1 Hp, single-phase, capacitance start, squirrel cage,
induction, 208-230 V, 1725 rpm, 60 Hz, Made in China
Variable Speed Electric Motor, 3-phase, 15 Hp, 208-230 V,
60 Hz, speed range: 150-1500 rpm
Adjustable Wrench, 24, CRESCENT US
Adjustable Wrench, 6, CRESCENT US

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1 pc
1 pc
1 set
1 unit
1 unit

Pipe Wrench, Brand: RIGID, US, 36

Torque Wrench, capacity: 150 lbs. US
Torque Wrench, Model 76200, SK WAYNE US, cap. 200 lbs.
Wrench, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16
Engine, diesel, 2-cylinder, water-cooled, condition: surplus
Compact Four-Wheel Tractor, ISEKI, Model: TX1300

Grain Laboratory Equipment

Quantity
1 unit
1 unit
3 units
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 pc.
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
2 pcs
1 pc
1 pc
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit

Equipment/Item
Desiccator, 200mm diameter w/ plate
Electric Oven, YAMATO, DS-62, Temp. range 50-250
Balance, Dial O Gram, 1620W w/ polypropylene scoop
Scale, McMaster #1751 T 22 20 kg x 250 gm
Scale, FAIRBANK MORSE, Beam, portable, capacity: 500 kg
Scale, NUTEX, Model: NS 1022, Capacity: 100 kg
Spring Scale, Capacity: 20 kg
Scale, Heavy Duty, portable, 135 kg x 1.2 kg
Sieve Shaker, HUMBOLT 4270, Ro-Tap TYLER
Sieve Brass Pan, 8 x 2 deep
Sieve, DO #50
Sieve, DO #100
Sieve, DO #40
Sieve, US Std. 8 x 2 deep, ASTM E11-70, No. 4 opening
Sieve, DO #80
Sieve, DO #12
Sieve, DO #20
Sieve, DO #30
Lab side table, 0.6m W x 1.5m L x 0.78m H, w/ philabmicarta top, 2 base cabinets, w/ 1 drawer, 3 electrical outlets
110/220 V w/ splash board
Lab side table, 0.8m L x 0.78m H w/ philab micarta top, 2 base
cabinets, 2 outlets, 220V and splash board
Lab side table, 0.6m W x 1.5m L x 0.78m H w/ philab micarta
top, 1 base cabinet, 2 electrical outlet, 110/220V
Lab side table, 0.6m W x 0.78m H w/ philab micarta top,
3 base cabinets, 2 aprons, w/ 2 drawers, 4 electrical outlets
110/220V and splash board

Test Equipment
Quantity
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
I unit
1 pc.
1 unit

Equipment/Item
Air Meter, 0 to 100 fpm and 750 to 3000 fpm
Air Velocity Meter, Brand: COMPUFLOW, Model: 8585
Air velocity capacity range: 0 to 9999 ft/min (0-50 S/M),
Manufacturer: ALMOR USA
Air Velocity Meter, probe type, 0-10 ft. per minute
Amplifier, Load cell, Type LU-2TE
Amplifier, portable dynamic strain, type DPM 2H6
Amplifier, type AS 108 extension cable
Amplifier, type AS-2C

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2 units
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1 unit
2 units
1 unit
1 unit
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1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
2 units
1 unit
1 unit
2 units
2 units
2 units
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit

Amplifier, TP-10KMCB
Amplifier, load cell, type LU 200KE
Amplifier, type PG 10KU
Amplifier, slip ring, type RBE 4E acceleration transducer
Amplifier, type PG 100KU transducer
Amplifier, type N-81
Amplifier, CA 10H unit for DPM 8H portable dynamic strain1
Strain Amplifier, signal conditioner, 3 channels, stand alone
unit, Brand: KYOWA, Model: WGA-710A-Z
Torque Transducer, Brand: KYOWA, Model: TP-20KMCB
Torque Transducer, TP 10 KMCB, 10KGFM
Recorder, McMaster Carr No 8560 T 11, portable, vibration w/
complete accessories
Recorder Pen, vertical 2-pen, input 0.5 cm to 5 cm, recording
span 250 mm, power requirement 220V AC, 60 Hz
Polycorder, w/ 32 kB memory
Programmer, download module includes 542S RS 232C Cable
Model 570P
Mechanical Counter, MCMASTER #1866T 12 P 196
unprogrammed 570E EPFROM Model 570U
Durometer, Scale A, Model: 306L
Durometer, Scale A, Model: 307L
Dynamometer, AP DILLON Model, 0-200 kg cap.
Dynamometer, AP DILLON Model, 0-2000 kg cap.
Catalog, COLE PARMER 84 K 3207 00 high rangeshield
flow meter kit contains 2 plain and calibrated flow meters
Flow Meter, EXTECH Cat No. 434927 economy plastic cal2
flo model CF 30400P IPS only GPM range 125-500 for 4
pipe size 955
Flow Meter, EXTECH Cat No. 434926 economy plastic cal2
flo model CE-3 0300P IPS only GPM range 70-240 for 3
pipe size 955
Hydrometer, EXTECH Cat No. 34630 000 w/ accessories
Grain Moisture Meter, Model: 400-1-0244
Moisture Meter, KETT Riceter, 3 measuring range, 12-30%
Moisture Tester, PB 70-22 w/ polypropylene carrying case
Sound Level Meter, Measuring range 30dB-130dB YEW
Model 3504-00
Sound Level Meter, SIMPSON, Model: 890-2
Alternator, power output 3 kW
Ammeter
Voltmeters
Wattmeter, 3-phase, 0-5/10/20/30 and 0-150/300
Wattmeter, YEW, single phase, range 0-5/10/20/50
Multi Meters, digital, portable
Multitester, univolt, digital, DT 845, 0.7% basic accuracy
Multitester, SANWA digital, Model ND 150 C
Meter, SANWA
AC Amprobe Meter, US range 0-150A accuracy 0.5%
0-600V Model RS 3
AC Power Meter, YOKOGAWA Model: 2433
Power Meter, Clip-on, YEW #2433 01
Power Meter, AC, clip-on, YOKOGAWA. 200 amperes
Model: 2433
Power Meter, clip-on, COLE PALMER U-26905-00

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5 pcs
2 units
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1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
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1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 pc
2 units
1 pc
1 unit
1 pc
1 unit
1 unit

Penetrometer, Proctor Assembly

Hygrometer, Precision portable digital, COLE PARMER
Cat G-3309-50
Manometer, MCMASTER #3974K52 w/5PCC#4077K52
Manometer, solid plastic portable MCMASTER 9851K18
Pressure Gauge, McMaster #408K11, Hydraulic pressure gauge
Pressure Gauge, McMaster #408K14
Psychrometer, with fan
Measuring Steel Tape, McMaster #1974 A68, 50m
Steel Tape, STANLEY, 3 meters
Pyrometer, McMaster #3900 K26 Pyonite 0-1600 0F
Digital Pocket Thermometer, range: 5-99.9 0C resolution
Digital Thermometer, input types JIS thermocouples K E J T R
DCMV Model: 2575-10
Digital Thermocouple Thermometer, Brand: COMMTEST
Cat. No. Transcat 2000 TK@3503E Type, portable, battery
and AC power
Temperature Probe, Surface, Type J, CP Cat. No. 08439-70
Multi-Channel Switch, number of channels up to 30, YEW
Model 2815-01 Ref. p 98-99
Tachometer, AHT 9062-T 40 Photoelectric w/ dual scale meter
Tachometer, McMaster Carr No. 1350 T11 Read Virometer
Tachometer, digital, Model: TM 300 YOKOGAWA
combination of contact & non-contact
Tachometer, digital, Model: TM 300, Brand: YOKOGAWA
Tachometer, digital, YOKOGAWA, Model: TM-300
combination of contact and non-contact
Tachometer, Cat. No. CP87701-00, Type: handheld,
combination contact/photo
Chronograph, MCMASTER #1302T4 P.482, electric timer
Time Tracker Recorder, McMaster #1304T20
Stopwatch, AHT 8788
Mechanical Timer, CP 8615, w/ 7-sec bell
Penetrometer, proving ring CN910 w/ operating instructions
Viscometer, McMaster #8677T11
Belt Tension Tester
Hardness Tester, ROCKWELL, Model: 8 BLP
Generator, FORD/HAWKER SIDDFLEY Diesel, electric
generating set Model: 27121/20KVA 16 kW std .8 power
factor, 220 AC, 3-phase

Other Resources
Below are the equipment acquired from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) thru the
Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Distributors Association (AMMDA).
Quantity
3 units
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit

Equipment
Microcomputer, Model: 586-133, 8 MB Memory, 1.2GB HD
ADI Provista, Epson LX-300 Printer, AVR and UPS
Color Subnotebook Computer, LEO, 486DX4-100, 4 MB
RAM, Integrated trackball, recorder. 510MB HD,
2 slot PLMCIA Internal floppy disk drive
Photo Copier, Brand: KONICA U-BIX, Model: 1015
Camera, Brand: CANON, Model: EDS500

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1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 unit
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
12 pcs
6 pcs
6 pcs
1 unit
1 unit
4 units
2 units
4 units
4 units
1 unit

Color Video Camera (Handy Cam), Brand: SONY

VCR-VHS Recorder, Brand: SONY
Color Television Monitor, 25, Brand SONY
Slide Projector, Brand: OMNIGRAPHIC, Model: 253 with
F315 70-120 mm lens, remote controller, slide tray (1 pc)
Screen HW-4 (1 unit)
Megaphones, shoulders and handheld with handheld mic.
20 W and size C battery
TOA Public Address Sound System, with one microphone each,
amplifier, speaker and speaker cable
Package-Type Air Conditioner, Split-type, KOPPEL
3 tons capacity
Moisture Tester PB7022, DOLE Model 400
Grain Moisture Tester, Model: KT-300B, Brand: SATAKE
Weight per Bushel Tester with strike off stick, Brand:
Seedburo, Cat. No. 26
DHMI Digital Hay Moisture Tester with 10 prod., SEEDBURO
OHAUS GT4100D Electronic Balance, dual range,
4100g x 0.1g, 1000g x 0.01g, 220V, 60Hz
Double Beam Balance, Model: MK-20C, Brand: SATAKE
Bates Laboratory Aspirator with variable fan speed, 110 V,
50/60Hz, Brand: SEEDBURO
Testing Dryer, Model: TDR-24E, Brand: SATAKE
Testing Mill, laboratory type, Brand: SATAKE, Model: TM05
Capacity: 200g/one time
Mc Gil Sample Sheller with Dust Collector, 230 V, 60 Hz
Brand: 580 DC/E SEEDBURO
Testing Rice Grader, Model: TRG05A, Brand: SATAKE
Muffler Furnace, H-02053-19, 325 cu. In. 240 volts,
Brand: COLE PARMER
Auto Transformer, Model: SAT-2030, Brand: OGAWA SEIKI
18 Bag Trier with 5 openings
13 Peanut and Rice Trier with sheath
6 Bag Trier with sheath
11 5/8 Small Rice Trier with sheath
Bag Trier with sheath
0031 8 1/2/64 RD special steel coml.. sieve (2.976 mm)
0005 1/13 RD special steel coml.. sieve (1.953 mm)
Z 6 1/2/64 RD coml.. sieve (2.579 mm)
0037 7 1/2/64 RD special steel coml.. sieve (2.976 mm)
J 10/64 RD coml.. sieve (3.969 mm)
Cat. No. 64 Triangular tin Sample
Cat. No. 31 3QT Sample Pan
Cat. No. 44-6 Round 6QT Sample Pan
Fuel Consumption Meter, Model: FC-024, Brand: ONO SOKKI
Fuel Consumption Detector, Model: PP-523,
Brand: ONO SOKKI
Flow Sensor F/O 5-4 pipe, Brand: COLE PARMER
Torque Transducers, Type: TP10KCM, Brand: KYOWA
Electromagnetic Detector, Model: MP-610 with cable,
5 meters (1pc), Brand: ONO SOKKI
Photoelectric Detector, Model: LG-830 with cable,
5 meters (1pc), Brand: ONO SOKKI
Optical Rolling Detector (Roller Type), Model: RP-721
with cable, 5 meters (1 pc), Brand: ONO SOKKI

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Digital Gauge, Model: DG-925 with adaptor for AC220V

Brand: ONO SOKKI
Pressure Transducer, Model: PG-10KU, Brand: KYOWA
Acceleration Transducers, Model: AS100-TA,
Brand: KYOWA
Data Logging System, Type: UCAM-10B M1
Brand: KYOWA
Frequency Meter, portable, Model: 203831,
Brand: YOKOGAWA
Power Factor Meter, portable, Model: 203903
Brand: YOKOGAWA
Digital Tachometer, Model: TM-2110, Brand: YOKOGAWA
Sound Level Meter, Model: LA-5110 with AC100V adapter
Brand: ONNO SOKKI
Fortin Barometer, 1473-115
Stopwatch, H-94410-20, LCD,1/100, Model: COLE PARMER
Timer, H-08648-02, 60 min, 115V, 60 Hz
Tri-Sense Meter Kit, H-37000-90, Brand: COLE PARMER
High Response F/V Converter, Model: FV-810,
Brand: ONO SOKKI
Load Cell, Type: LUH-100KF, Brand: KYOWA
Window Based Computerized Testing System, Serial Interface,
16 Diff. Analog Inputs, 4 Digital Outputs and 4 Analog
Outputs, Brand: SHEAFF
Signal Cable, 5 meters Model: FC-0011, Brand: ONO SOKKI
HM-286 Fieldbook with 2MB memory with analog, built-in
display heater and wall mounted battery charges
Multi-Tester, digital, TECHMASTER, DM-8500
Thermo-Hygrometer, Hanna HI-8564, portable
Soil Moisture Meter, Model: 200 Aquaterr
MITSUBISHI L-300, diesel

CENTER FOR MICRO-HYDRO TECHNOLOGY FOR RURAL ELECTRIFICATION

(CeMTRE)
De La Salle University, Taft Avenue, Manila

The Center for Micro-Hydro Technology for Rural Electrification will function primarily as the R&D and
Industrial Extension arm of DOE and provide assistance in manpower training. This is in line with the
University's vision and mission to be a resource of Church and Nation
Until recently, new and renewable energy sources such as micro- and mini-hydro power in the Philippines are
becoming viable sources of power generation, particularly for small isolated communities. The initial
investment might look big, but the long term benefit to the community and to the environment (e.g.,
greenhouse gas emissions reduction) will outweigh the investment. Once electricity is distributed and
managed by the local communities, downstream industries can be established, bringing in much needed
development for the community
A. PARTNERS

Department of Energy
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

B. OBJECTIVES

To accelerate research and development on micro-hydro technologies in the country

To upgrade the existing hydraulic laboratory test facilities for micro-hydro technologies at the
College of Engineering of De La Salle University
To establish the minimum standard of MHP turbine efficiency in the country
To promote local manufacturing of appropriate turbine and controllers for micro-hydro power
plants
To conduct training on site survey and hydrologic study needed for micro-hydropower system
To help identify the appropriate technologies needed in the livelihood activities for the economic
sustainability of MHP plants
To develop training manuals/computer softwares in the design, fabrication, installation, and
operation of micro-hydro power plants and other related technologies
To strengthen the inter-agency coordination among academic institutions, NGOs and other
stakeholders on micro-power technologies
To establish a mini-library at the Center for the documentation of research activities of local and
foreign institutions involved in micro-hydropower technologies as well as in the procurement of
books and publications related to MHP
To install two (2) units of micro-hydro demonstration plant
To monitor regularly the performance of the two demonstration plants

C. EXPECTED OUTPUTS
The following are the expected outputs of the project:
accelerated micro-hydro development in the country
research and development capability of faculty and students on micro-hydropower technologies
at DLSU-Manila strengthened
improved test facilities for micro-hydro turbines and controllers at DLSU- Manila
Identification/development of appropriate turbine, speed controllers, and other engineering
technologies for micro-hydro completed
trained manufacturers in the fabrication of turbines and controllers
minimum standards in MHP turbine efficiency established

trained faculty of selected institutions in the site survey and hydrologic study and design of
hydraulic structures
training manuals/computer softwares in the design, fabrication, installation, and operation of
MHP plant completed
networking of DOE, academic institutions and other stakeholders strengthened
a mini-library on micro-hydro technologies established
Two units of micro-hydro demonstration power plant installed
micro-hydro demonstration power plant regularly monitored and maintained.

D. KEY CUSTOMERS
The local government units from the province, municipality, and barangay will be the main beneficiaries of this
project.
E. KEY PARTNERS
The Department of Energy will be the key partner in this project, together with the selected academic
institutions, local manufacturers, and other stakeholders on MHP.
Conceptual Framework

Research and Development

Industrial Extension
Training
Networking
Demonstration Power Plant
Documentation

Proposed Additional Equipment

In order to perform acceptable and reliable test on hydro equipment, CeMTRE will need to acquire the
following tools and equipment:
QTY

DESCRIPTION

Centrifugal Pump Set rated at 800 US6PM and 50-ft head close coupled to a 15HP
AC electric motor, 220 volts, 60 cycle complete with steel Bare and Roller chain
flexible coupling
WYE-DELTA Simplex Starter for 15 HP Electric Motor

5" Butterfly Valve (Flange type)

5" Gate Valve (Flange type)

10 KW Synchronous Generator, 220 Volts, 60 cycle

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DESCRIPTION
Test Tank, 4 ft. width x 4 ft. height x 20 ft. long complete with screen, rectangular
weir and baffles
5" foot valve

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5" flanged pipes, elbows, Tees and Reducers

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Foundation Bolts
Torque meter
Orifice meter
Data Logger (Optional)
Tachometer
Computer interface card
Water level indicator
10 KW Load Resistors Bank with switches
Power Meter
Pressure Sensors
Speed Sensors
Pressure Gage
Vacuum Gage
Panel Board

LIGHTING AND APPLIANCE TESTING LABORATORY (LATL)

Energy Research and Testing Laboratory
Department of Energy, PNOC-ERDC Compound
Commonwealth Ave., Diliman, Quezon City

The Lighting and Appliance Testing Laboratory (LATL) is mandated to develop product energy efficiency
programs, formulate and implement energy standards, and conduct laboratory testing and research to
improve the energy consuming devices in support of the national energy conservation objectives. The Fuels
and Appliance Testing Laboratory (FATL) now the LATL was established in 1991 under the DOE through the
assistance from the UNDP. The LATL serves as a neutral test laboratory wherein energy performance tests
on household appliances, lighting systems, and other energy consuming devices are made. It also serves as
the energy testing requirements of the Philippines industry sector.
The Department of Energy has always been a staunch supporter of ELI's market transformation activities,
most especially through the Product Qualification and Testing program with the LATL. In April 2002, LATL
received testing equipment procured with ELI funds. LATL continues to learn and develop proficiency in the
use of the testing equipment to be able to effectively test products compliance to ELI qualification levels. In
time, as DOE-LATL acquires more expertise and auxiliary testing equipment, they can consider extending
their testing capabilities to other UNDP-GEF programs around the Asian region, much like how the ELI
program envisioned DOE-LATL to service the testing needs of the global ELI community.
To further establish LATL as a world-class testing laboratory capable of effectively supporting the global
testing activity, ELI sought to build capacity at the LATL by providing technical assistance to upgrade its
laboratory and testing standards, complying with ISO 17025 standards.
On 19 June 2003, LATL received from DTI-BPS the documents granting the Lighting and Other Electrical
Devices Section of the LATL accreditation based on ISO/IEC 17025 under the DTI-BPS Laboratory
Accreditation Scheme. The accreditation covers electrical testing of compact fluorescent lamps on the
following performance characteristics: light output, power input, input voltage, power factor, input current, and
efficiency.
With ELIs support, the LATL has gained international recognition for quality and expertise in providing ELI
testing services for the global ELI program. As of June 2003, the LATL has been regarded as an ELI global
lighting facility, the first ELI Testing Center in Asia and one of the very few laboratories in the Asia Pacific
capable of running energy performance tests for lighting products.
Existing Test Equipment
LATL maintains various reference standards and measuring instruments for electrical and temperature
requirements. However, some of these instruments are either damaged or obsolete, therefore, there is need
for repair and/or replacement. Below are the list of existing and working reference standards and measuring
instruments:
No. of Units
5
2
2
1
4
1
No. of Units
1
1
3
1
2

Instruments Description
AC Digital Power Meters
Photometer (Integrating Sphere)
Variable Linear Reactor
DC Power Supply
Temperature Recorder
Incandescent Tungsten Reference Lamp (60w)
Instruments Description
Incandescent Tungsten Reference Lamp (200w)
Incandescent Tungsten Reference Lamp (300w)
Incandescent Reference Lamp (100w)
Incandescent Reference Lamp (36w)
Fluorescent Reference Lamp (36w)

Application
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Application
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing

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1
1
1
1
9
1
9
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
12
1
1
1
3

Fluorescent Reference Lamp (18w)

Digital Wattmeter
Digital Colormeter
AC Source Analyzer
Sling Psychrometer
AC Digital Power Meter
Temperature Recorder
RTD (3 wire)
RTD (4 wire)
Current Transformer
Thermocouple
Hg Thermometer
Digital Multimeter (Vdc, Vac, resistance)
AC Voltage Current Standard
Portable Calibrator
Transconductance Amplifier
Standard Resistors
Decade Resistors
Portable Digital Multimeter
DC Source Single Output
Thermocouple Wires (Types J, R & T)

Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Lighting Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Appliance Testing
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services
Calibration Services

Proposed Additional Test/ Measuring Instruments

In order to carry-out an acceptable and reliable testing for Solar PV lights and/or DC ballasts battery charge
controllers and inverters, the following reference standards and measuring instruments are needed by LATL.
No. of Units
1
6
6
6
3
1
4
1
10
1
2
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1

Instrument Description
Four (4) Channel Oscilloscope with voltage and current probe
Capacitive Load
Capacitive Load
Resistive Load
Bipolar DC Power Supply with RAMP Function
Complete weather set, wind speed and direction, rain, solar radiation and outdoor temperature
Reference Lamp (low wattage)
Frequency Meter
No-Inductive Resistive Load
Reference Multimeter with PRT Probe
AC/DC Digital Power Meter
Waveform/ Pulse Generator
Temperature Recorder with Probe & 1-V Transducer
Portable Digital Multimeter (Vdc, Vac, Idc, & frequency)
Programmable Logic Controller with windows software
Portable Calibrator
Climatic Chamber
Pyranometer
Variable ac Supply
Timer
Puncture/ Insulation Tester
Digital Thermometer
Reference Cells
Caliper
Micrometer
Gauge Block
LCR Meter
Waveform Analyzer with THD Measurement
Photocell/ Photo detector (A output)
Power Factor Meter
Noise Meter

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1
3
1

Digital Humidity/ Temperature Monitoring Equipment

Test Rack White with Relay Logic Controller
Thermocouple Wires (Types J, R & T)
Automatic Voltage Regulator

Training Requirements
Various trainings are necessary for LATL staff to further enhance their technical expertise on Solar PV
components. Below is the list of training activities.
Activities
Study Tour on SHS Product Testing/
Laboratories/ Production Companies
Training on Basic Concepts of Solar PV,
Technologies and Solar PV Components
Laboratories
Solar PV System Design Operation and
Maintenance
Training on Product and Qualification Testing of
Solar PV Components
Training on ISO 17025 Laboratory Accreditation
and ISO 9000 System Certification

Duration

Number of
Participants

Venue

5 days

ASEAN/ European
Countries

10 days

European Countries /
USA

10 days

20 days

10 days

European Countries /
USA
European Countries /
USA
European Countries /
USA