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Power and Alcohol Options: Sugar Industry’s Reactions to the Energy Crisis
     Marajas, L.M. and Rondaris, R. 1992.  This report delineates the technical, economic and industrial implications of power production and ethanol options as the industry’s reactions to the energy crisis. PROCEEDINGS OF THE PHILIPPINE SUGAR TECHNOLOGISTS. August: 388-409.
Pollution and Pollution Abatement in the Philippine Sugar Industry: A Profile
     Singian, E.P., Lazatin, A.O., et.al. 1992.   This paper presents an overview of the creation of Philippine Pollution control Law and the different types of pollution. Discussed are the types of pollution in the sugar industry, recommendations when drawing up a pollution abatement program,…
Performance Evaluation of Diffusion Milling as Employed by Philippine Sugar Factories: A Preliminary Report
     Singian, E.P., Marajas, L.M., et.al. 1992.   This preliminary report endeavors to shed some insights and industry positions on the complex scenario that have catapulted to gradual diffuser phase-out in favor of conventional mills.  PROCEEDINGS OF THE PHILIPPINE…
Oxalic Acid from Sugarcane Molasses
     Fragante, L.R., Tan, R.B., et.al. 1992.   The process of producing oxalic acid from sugarcane molasses by oxidation with nitric acid in the presence of dehydrant and catalyst has been studied. With careful temperature control the process could recover 37-60% oxalic acid on the weight of raw material. The purity of the oxalic acid…
Monitoring Dextran Level at Some Stages of Raw Cane Sugar Manufacture
     Garriel, D.V., Ledesma, C.S., et.al. 1992.  This paper presents relevant findings of the dextran level profile in Negros and Panay for crop 1991-92. The Robert’s Copper Method, so chosen for this purpose. Raw sugar samples were analyzed representing the back end of the process. For raw materials, the…