QA&QC Projects Contest 2024

Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, by the Technical Department, places great emphasis on continuous quality improvement and personnel development. In line with this commitment, the company has organized QA&QC Internal Research Project Contest 2024 for the second consecutive year. The contest aims to foster a learning process, encourage innovation, enhance work efficiency, and provide employees with opportunities to showcase their potential, explore new concepts, and collaborate on process improvements.
For the QA&QC Projects Contest 2024, a total of 14 projects were submitted, categorized into three main areas:

• Introduction of New Materials/Processes in Product Development
• Product Quality Enhancement
• Improvement of Testing and Calibration Methods
  After careful evaluation by the judging committee and consideration of project presentations, the following projects stood out for their clarity, impact, and innovative approach:

Winner: Joint Primer Eco Formula**
Development and identification of new chemical materials that reduce costs by 30% while maintaining product quality and performance.
Researcher: Supattra Yodsungnoen (Nakhon Ratchasima Plant)

1st Runner-up: Alternative Chemical for CRS-2 Product**
Optimization of existing chemical stock for use in CRS-2 emulsion product formulation, helping to minimize unused raw material inventory.
Researcher: Maithee Banjong (Nakhon Ratchasima Plant)

2nd Runner-up: Reduce Testing Time of SAYBOLT Viscosity at 25°C During Production
Implementation of a correlation equation between viscosity values at 25° and sample temperature, leading to a 70% reduction in viscosity testing time during production.
Researcher: Adisorn Pitisuk (Surat Thani Plant)

Honorable Mention: Reduce Inspection Loss of %CaCl2 Incoming Testing
Development of a new method using density measurement to assess calcium chloride concentration, reducing testing time by 90%.
Researcher: Suppachai Somkhaoyai (Surat Thani Plant)

Honorable Mention: Alternative Solvent for CRS-2 and CSS-1 Product
Development of an alternative solvent for CRS-2 and CSS-1 asphalt emulsion products, offering a solution to mitigate fluctuations in raw material costs.
Researcher: Chatklao Kaewwichien (Nakhon Ratchasima Plant)

Congratulations to all the winners! We look forward to seeing these projects contribute to product innovation, process optimization, and improved testing methods.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved, and we hope to see even more exciting projects in next year’s competition!

Hands 2 Heart: CPR for Life – Training by Rayong, Phra Pradaeng, and Surat Thani Plants”

On January 14-15, 2025, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, along with its Rayong, Phra Pradaeng, and Surat Thani plants, collaborated with CPR Instructors to share and impart knowledge on basic life support for individuals experiencing respiratory arrest.

The training included hands-on practice in CPR, the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and techniques for clearing airway obstructions. The sessions were conducted for Grade 4-6 and Grade 8 students from Nikom Sang Ton Eng Rayong 4 School in Rayong Province. A total of four training sessions were held, with 312 participants taking part in the activities.

Fourth-year medical students from Naresuan University visited Phitsanulok factory for a study tour on occupational health and safety

On January 8, 2025, a group of 11 fourth-year medical students from the Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University, Clinical Medical Education Center, Phitsanulok Hospital, along with 5 instructors, participated in a field study on “Practical Learning in Occupational Health and Safety of Workers at Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Phitsanulok Plant.” This activity is part of the Community Medicine and Occupational Health course.

The objective was to explore potential hazards and assess risks, as well as propose improvement measures for the Phitsanulok factory to enhance the effectiveness of the factory’s occupational health practices.

Open House Phitsanulok Plant

On December 16, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Phitsanulok Plant, organized its annual Open House event under the theme “Tipco Asphalt Go Green.” The objective of this event was to communicate the company’s business operations, measures to prevent and reduce the impact of its activities, and the social initiatives undertaken throughout the past year. It also aimed to exchange information and gather feedback from stakeholders. During this event, the company was honored to have the Director of the Community Industry Promotion Development Group from the Second Industrial Promotion Center and the Mayor of Bang Rakam New Town Municipality participate in a discussion on the topic “Roles and Participation in Combating Global Warming.” This discussion allowed participants to see the tangible efforts and commitments from various sectors in addressing the issue of global warming.

The event was attended by 59 external guests, government agencies, and community representatives, along with 33 employees.