ITDI-Standards and Testing Division

06/05/2026

📢 OPERATIONS ADVISORY

Please be informed that the Standards and Testing Division (STD) of the DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) will be conducting a Moral Recovery Seminar on:

🗓️ Date: 07 May 2026 (Thursday)
🕗 Time: 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM PhST

Note on Sample Acceptance:

Please be advised that the acceptance of samples for testing will resume on 11 May 2026, Monday.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your continued support. Please be guided accordingly.

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"

28/04/2026

DOST ITDI and DOST-XI Strengthen Laboratory Excellence through Targeted Capacity Building

On 27-28 April 2026, the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST ITDI), through the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division, successfully concluded a specialized training course for the DOST Davao Region (DOST-XI) focusing on Risk and Opportunity Management (PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Effective Corrective Action.

The two-day virtual intensive was specifically designed to fortify the operational integrity of the Regional Standards and Testing Laboratories (RSTL). Led by expert resource speakers Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM and Mr. Alxis John C. Movida, RMicro, PFT, the program moved beyond theoretical frameworks. By utilizing actual laboratory experiences as workshop case studies, participants were able to dissect real-world challenges and develop actionable improvements for their current implementation systems. This hands-on approach ensured that the RSTL staff are not just compliant with international standards, but are equipped to proactively manage risks and drive continuous improvement in their technical services.

Congratulations trainees!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

16/04/2026

DOST-ITDI Conducts Customized Method Validation/Verification Training for San Miguel Foods

The ITDI-Standards and Testing Division successfully concluded a two-day customized capacity-building activity for San Miguel Foods on 13-14 April 2026. Held in a hybrid format at the San Miguel Foods facility in Pasig City, the "Training Course on Validation and Verification of Chemical Methods of Analysis" aimed to enhance the technical competencies of the participants in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.

Led by the Division's Quality Manager and Head of the Chemistry Laboratory, Supervising Science Research Specialist Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM, the sessions ran from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, providing intensive instruction on the rigorous standards required for chemical analysis. Comprehensive hands-on workshops were conducted to training participants coming from various branches of San Miguel in the Philippines, teaching them the computations and analysis of analytical data to evaluate each of the method performance characteristics. This collaboration underscores DOST ITDI's commitment to providing "Solutions and Opportunities for All" by supporting the local food industry's pursuit of quality excellence.

Congratulations trainees!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

07/04/2026

Pioneering Compliance: DOST-ITDI Gears Up for ISO/IEC 17020:2026

In a proactive move to maintain its edge in Formula of Conversion (FOC) services, the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division of DOST ITDI organized a "Learning and Development Activity" focused on Understanding the Requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2026. Held at the STD Conference Room in the DOST Complex, Taguig City, the training aimed to equip key personnel with the knowledge necessary to navigate the major updates in this third edition of the standard.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM, the Division’s Quality Manager and a Supervising Science Research Specialist. As the Institute's leading expert on quality management systems, Mr. Dablio provided a deep dive into the structural and conceptual shifts of the 2026 version, including:

1. Revised Independence Models: The condensation of Type A, B, and C classifications.

2. Risk-Based Thinking: Moving from prescriptive rules to performance-based management.

3. Data Control: Enhanced provisions for software validation and information security.

Empowering the PPTL for Formula of Conversion (FOC) Services

A central focus of the day's activity was the capacity building of the Physical and Performance Testing Laboratories (PPTL). Under the leadership of Engr. Ner C. Rodriguez, MSc, the PPTL personnel are responsible for the critical Formula of Conversion (FOC) services. Given that FOC involves precise technical assessments, aligning these services with the latest global inspection standards is vital for maintaining the technical integrity and impartiality required by industry stakeholders.

Joining the technical staff was the Division's Chief Science Research Specialist, Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc, underscoring the management's commitment to implementing these new requirements at every level of the organization.

Key Takeaways and Impact

As the 2026 edition replaces the decade-old 2012 version, the training highlighted the three-year transition window that inspection bodies must navigate. By initiating this learning activity just days after the standard's release, DOST-ITDI ensures that its inspection processes—specifically those involving the FOC—remain at the forefront of international best practices. This plan for adoption signals to partners and customers that the Institute is ready to meet the heightened expectations for competence, impartiality, and consistent operation defined by the new global benchmark. The Institute aims to be soon accredited under this updated standard.

Congratulations trainees!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📩 Engr. Ner C. Rodriguez, MSc
Head, Physical and Performance Testing Laboratory

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

31/03/2026

Operations Advisory: Work-From-Home Arrangement on 01 April 2026

The Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST ITDI) announces a temporary shift in operations following the issuance of Malacañang Memorandum Circular No. 116, series of 2026.

On 01 April 2026, the Institute will operate under a Work-From-Home (WFH) arrangement from 07:00 AM to 12:00 PM PhST. The afternoon is announced as work suspension in the government, in observance of the Holy Week. Please be advised that the acceptance of samples for testing at the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division (STD) will be temporarily suspended during this period and is scheduled to resume on 06 April 2026.

We encourage all customers and stakeholders to plan their submissions accordingly. Thank you for your continued cooperation and understanding.

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

26/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐈𝐓𝐃𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐏𝐀

DOST ITDI extends its heartfelt congratulations to all ITDI awardees for their outstanding achievements at the 2025 DOST Intellectual Property Awards (IPA) on 26 March 2026 at the Quest Plus Conference Center Manila, Muntinlupa City, Philippines. Your dedication to innovation and excellence continues to bring pride and honor to the Institute.

The Institute was likewise recognized for garnering the most international publications among the DOST agencies. Accepting the awards were DOST-ITDI Director Dr. Annabelle V. Briones together with the research team leads from FPD, EBD, NMD, ITDI-Standards and Testing Division, PTD, and MSD.

Congratulations, DOST ITDI researchers! We are proud of you!

CONGRATULATIONS to the following research studies from the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division:

Lagmay, M.S., Dablio, A.R.C., Encarnacion, E.K.P., Damian, R.L., Tayag, E.D., Piquero, L.M., Kalacas, N.A.P.K., Sergote, J.J.L., Principe, M.A.M., & Jane, J.B. (2024). Characterisation of Taal Volcanic Ash as a Potential Raw Material for the Construction Industry. Kemija u industriji: Časopis kemičara i kemijskih inženjera Hrvatske, 73(9-10 (special issue)), 423-428.

Daniel C.S., Dablio, A.R.C., Lagmay, M.S., Damian, R.L., Valdueza, J.A.C., Aviles, T.F., Guerrero, J.C., Montero, L.M. (2025). Development and validation of methods for the determination of water-soluble and acid-soluble sulphate in concrete. Measurement: Sensors, 101618.

Bidol, A.C., Medel, A.M.S., Ana, I.U.S., Alfaro, J.C.O., & Ramil, C.C. (2025). Development of coconut shell-based in-house quality control material for proximate analysis in solid fuels. Measurement: Sensors, 38, 101727.

Dablio, A.R., Lagmay, M., Margarito, M., De Yro, P.A., Que, M.C., & Collera, A.K. (2025). Philippines’ success in interlaboratory comparisons of nanoparticle geometric size measurements. Measurement: Sensors, 38, 101527.

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐈𝐓𝐃𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐏𝐀

DOST-ITDI extends its heartfelt congratulations to all ITDI awardees for their outstanding achievements at the 2025 DOST Intellectual Property Awards (IPA) on March 26, 2026 at the Quest Plus Conference Center Manila, Muntinlupa City, Philippines. Your dedication to innovation and excellence continues to bring pride and honor to the Institute.

The Institute was likewise recognized for garnering the most international publications among the DOST agencies. Accepting the awards were DOST-ITDI Director Dr. Annabelle V. Briones together with the research team leads from FPD, EBD, NMD, STD, PTD, and MSD.

Congratulations, DOST-ITDI researchers! We are proud of you!

25/03/2026

Powering Excellence: SLTEC Partners with DOST-ITDI for ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Capacity Building

The South Luzon Thermal Energy Corporation (SLTEC), a key baseload power provider in the Luzon grid, recently reached a significant milestone in its commitment to operational excellence. To further bolster the reliability of its chemical and environmental testing, SLTEC hosted an intensive training program facilitated by the Department of Science and Technology - Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST ITDI), through the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division.

The training was led by Mr. Admer Rey Dablio, RCh, CCPQM, a renowned expert from the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division, and focused on the transition toward a Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) aligned with the international standard PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Strategic Vision: Why ISO/IEC 17025?

Operating a 270-MW coal-fired power plant in Calaca, Batangas, SLTEC relies heavily on precise laboratory data for fuel analysis, water chemistry, and environmental monitoring. The decision to seek ISO/IEC 17025 capacity development is driven by the company’s goal to:

1. Ensure Technical Competence: Formally recognize the laboratory's ability to produce valid and consistent results.

2. Enhance Stakeholder Trust: Provide partners and regulators with the highest level of assurance regarding the plant's operational safety and environmental compliance.

3. Global Benchmarking: Align local laboratory operations with international best practices.

Strengthening the Technical Core

Under the guidance of Mr. Dablio, the training sessions moved beyond general awareness, diving into the critical technical pillars of the standard:

1. Internal Quality Control (IQC): Participants explored robust methods for monitoring the validity of tests, ensuring that every result produced is within acceptable statistical limits.

2. Metrological Traceability: The training emphasized the importance of a "traceable chain," ensuring that all measurements are linked back to international reference standards—a non-negotiable requirement for ISO accreditation.

3. Good Laboratory Practices (GLP): From organizational structure to equipment maintenance and personnel competency, the sessions reinforced the fundamental habits that prevent errors and ensure safety.

The Path Ahead

The completion of this training marks the beginning of SLTEC’s formal establishment of its Laboratory Quality Management System. By integrating risk-based thinking and systematic process controls, SLTEC is not just preparing for an audit; it is building a culture of accuracy that supports the long-term reliability of the Philippine energy sector.

Congratulations trainees!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

25/03/2026

Rising to the Challenge: ITDI-Standards and Testing Division Welcomes Newly Promoted Senior Personnel

The ITDI-Standards and Testing Division (STD) proudly announces the promotion of its dedicated staff member, Ms. Aileen C. Bidol, RCh, who has been appointed as Senior Science Research Specialist for the Chemistry Laboratory.

The official oath-taking ceremony, presided over by Director Annabelle V. Briones, today, 25 March 2026, marks a new chapter of leadership and technical responsibility for the public servant Ms. Bidol. Her milestone underscores the Institute’s commitment to nurturing expertise and maintaining the highest standards in science, technology, and laboratory services. We look forward to her continued contributions to the "OneDOST4U" mission of providing solutions and opportunities for all.

Join us in congratulating Ms. Bidol on this well-deserved milestone!

CONGRATULATIONS Miss Aileen!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services, partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines

19/03/2026

Strengthening Laboratory Excellence: STD-ITDI Conducts Training on Calibration Certificate Interpretation

Calibration certificates are often overlooked as routine paperwork, yet they play a critical role in ensuring laboratory data integrity and reliability. Serving as the “heartbeat” of measurement accuracy, these documents enable professionals to move from blind reliance on instruments to scientifically validated results.

Beyond documentation, calibration certificates function as a regulatory shield, supporting quality assurance, compliance with oversight agencies, and safety. They provide evidence that equipment delivers reliable results, help prevent costly non-compliance, and ensure global acceptance of laboratory measurements.

On 13 March 2026, the ITDI-Standards and Testing Division organized a technical training on “Interpretation of Calibration Certificate for Testing Laboratories” at the STD Conference Room. The training was conducted by Mr. Aries E. Ordoña, a Senior Science Research Specialist from the Physical and Performance Testing Laboratory (PPTL).

Aligned with PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017, the training emphasized the shift from passive receipt to active interpretation of calibration certificates. Key topics included evaluation of measurement error, application of correction factors, understanding measurement uncertainty, verification of metrological traceability and comprehending key elements for accurate data interpretation.
Participants were also guided in reviewing mandatory certificate elements and applying a risk-based approach in determining calibration frequency. The training reinforced the responsibility of the End-user (laboratory personnel) to ensure that instruments are “fit for purpose,” thereby guaranteeing accurate and reliable test results.

The activity underscores DOST ITDI’s continued commitment to strengthening technical capability and promoting quality assurance across the Philippine laboratory community.

Congratulations trainees!

For inquiries on testing and other technical services (e.g. customized training), partnerships, and/or collaborations, you may contact:

📩 Ms. Ma. Rachel V. Parcon, RCh, MSc
Chief Science Research Specialist

📩 Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio, RCh, CCPQM
Quality Manager of the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Landline: (+632) 8-683-7750 local 2198

ITDI-Standards and Testing Division: Your partner in science-based solutions for a safer, healthier future.

"Quality life and products through testing"



DOST ITDI
DOST Philippines