Fri, Sep 15, 2023

CIT Faculty Guarantees Dehydrator Safety for Senior Citizen Livelihood Program

To ensure the seamless operation and safety of the Dryer Machine (Dehydrator), Mr. Alfredo P. Ibanez, a faculty member of the College of Industrial Technology (CIT), conducted a thorough technical consultancy and inspection on September 15, 2023, at Pura Municipal Hall OSCA Office in Pura, Tarlac. The equipment was generously donated by the Department of Science and Technology Region III, Tarlac, to the Office of the Senior Citizen Affairs for their livelihood program. 
by Mr. Roberto D. Santiago Jr   – CIT News  |  2023 News  |  2023 Projects

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The main objective of the consultation is to help and assist the Senior Citizens of Pura with issues related to the food dehydrator machine, which is used to produce dried fruits, vegetables, meat, etc., essential for their livelihood activities.

Mr. Ibanez studied the functions and operation of the equipment's major components, troubleshooted the problem, tested suspected components, and established a theory of probable cause. He also inspected the room conditions where the equipment is placed, the circuit breaker, and the outlet for the plug of the machine. 

Throughout the inspection, Mr. Ibanez took the opportunity to emphasize the significance of proper handling and maintenance of the dehydrator machine to the participants. As the activity concluded, Mr. Alfredo P. Ibanez Jr. provided comprehensive assessments, suggestions, and recommendations for optimizing the use of the Food Dehydrator Machine. This aids in preventing major repairs, extends equipment lifespan, and is crucial for the ongoing production and development of dried fruits, vegetables, and meat by the participants.