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Versatility of the Antibody Dextran Test Method
     Day, D.F., Cuddihy, J.A. Jr., et.al. 2002.   The monoclonal antibody test (MCA) SucroTest, developed by Midland Research Laboratories, Inc. has proven to be a versatile means of determining dextran in sugar processing. Samples ranging from the raw factory, to the refinery, to white sugar can be rapidly analyzed. PROCEEDINGS…
Report on the URSUMCO Process Control System Development
     Derayunan, P.G. 2002.   This paper presents the impact of the existing automation to the productivity and efficiency of URSUMCO for CY 2001-2002 operations and the comprehensive plan detailing the steps toward a fully automated sugar manufacturing process using the existing Distributed Control System (DCS) to be…
Refinery Cost of Production: Improved Update
     Lao, E.G., Singian, E.O., et.al. 2002.   The study shows the cost of production by different cost components or areas per refinery and the national average as well. Weak points on cost areas that could be minimized are discussed. Refinery performance per respondent is evaluated against cost of production. Add on to the improved…
Rebuilding of Mill Roller Shafts
     Bandolon, R.J. 2002.   The old mill roller shaft journals could now be re-built to restore their original metallurgical strength and physical condition. They can be put back into place to service for more crop years fruitfully. PROCEEDINGS OF THE PHILIPPINE SUGAR TECHNOLOGISTS. August: 93-101.
Processing of Sugarcane Wastes by Radiation and Fermentation for High Value Products
     Nerona, A.M., De Guzman, Z., et.al. 2002.   Based on the initial result of the nutritional component of the mushroom bags, the in-vitro and in-vivo tests conducted, it was shown that the myceliated bagasse mudpress (MBM) mixture can be used as supplement feed for ruminant animal. In…