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Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited Welcomes Civil Engineering Students from De La Salle University, Philippines

On August 27, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Phra Pradaeng plant, led by Mr. Suthat Tommayot, Plant Manager; Mr. Christophe Duboscq, Senior Manager-Research and Development; and Mr. Sompun Leelapanyaporn, Senior Manager-Technical Intelligence, welcomed fourth-year Civil Engineering students from the Faculty of Engineering at De La Salle University, a leading university in the Philippines, along with faculty members from the Department of Civil Engineer at Chulalongkorn University, led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Chayut Ngamkhanong.

This plant visit was part of a collaborative knowledge exchange between the two universities, aimed at sharing experiences and educational practices. As part of this initiative, the students traveled to Thailand to gain insights from Tipco Asphalt, a leader in the asphalt industry in Thailand.

During the visit, the students were briefed on Tipco Asphalt’s operations, including advanced asphalt logistics management, the operation of a 36,000-ton asphalt storage facility, and the quality control processes. They also gained valuable knowledge about sustainable asphalt concrete technologies.

The students and faculty members from the Philippines and Chulalongkorn University showed particular interest in the knowledge exchange at the Research and Development Center, where they learned about the properties of asphalt concrete roads, including sustainability benefits over conventional cement concrete roads. Additionally, they explored recycling technology and warm-mix asphalt techniques, which contribute to reducing CO2 emissions. The visitors were inspired to bring this knowledge back to the Philippines to promote environmentally friendly road construction and are looking forward to continuing collaboration and innovation in the future.

Tipco Asphalt Group Secures 3 Awards at Thailand Kaizen Award 2024

On August 9, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Group, Nakhon Ratchasima, Surat Thani, and Phitsanulok plants received awards at the Thailand Kaizen Awards 2024. The event, organized by Technology Promotion Association (Thailand-Japan), took place at BITEC Bangna from August 6-9, 2024. The competition featured 7 categories of Kaizen projects, with 141 companies submitting 417 project entries. Of these, 114 projects made it to the final round for presentation at BITEC.

This year, Tipco Asphalt Group submitted 8 projects in the Kaizen Suggestion Systems (KSS) category, all focused on process improvement with minimal equipment costs or budget. Out of 32 projects in the KSS final round, 3 were from our group, and all 3 won awards: “Spring-Powered Drum Handling Cart” project by Khun Sompong Pengsoongnern, Senior Warehouse Officer, from Nakhon Ratchasima plant received the Golden Award, “Emergency Kit for Trucks” project by Khun Phumin Thanyadi, Senior Technician – Vehicle Maintenance, from Surat Thani plant received the Silver Award, and “Easy Fit: No More Screwing Around” project by Khun Yodrak Thonchangya, Forklift Driver Warehouse, from Phitsanulok plant received the Bronze Award. These 3 awards reaffirm the group’s commitment to encouraging and supporting employees in innovating and improving work processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness. This dedication will elevate the organization’s performance in the future.

The project from Nakhon Ratchasima plant, titled “Spring-Powered Drum Handling Cart,” was developed by Khun Sompong Pengsoongnern, Senior Warehouse Officer at Nakhon Ratchasima plant. This initiative stemmed from the need to improve a work process that previously relied on waiting for forklift availability, causing delays in operations and customer deliveries. The project aimed to reduce the risk of accidents associated with the previous process, which involved forklifts lifting drums during the loading process. The new solution not only ensures timely deliveries to customers, maximizing the efficiency of machinery, but also allows employees to minimize downtime, freeing them up to focus on other creative improvements within the organization.

The project from Surat Thani plant, titled “Emergency Kit for Trucks,” was invented and developed by Khun Phumin Thanyadit, Senior Technician – Vehicle Maintenance, at Surat Thani plant. This initiative was driven by a safety goal to reduce accidents involving transport vehicles and to empower drivers to handle emergencies effectively when their trucks break down on the job. The project benefits the business by ensuring timely and complete deliveries to customers, reducing emergency repair costs, and enhancing safety for the community by providing greater confidence to other road users.

The project from Phitsanulok plant, titled “Easy Fit: No More Screwing Around” (Improved Easy-Fit Pump Guard), was invented and developed by Khun Yodrak Thonchangya, Forklift Driver Warehouse at Phitsanulok plant. As in the deep cleaning process of the asphalt pump, workers previously had to unscrew and remove the pump’s protective guard to clean and inspect it for potential issues that could cause sudden breakdowns. This process was time-consuming and involved unnecessary steps. As a result, Khun Yodrak invented an easy-fit pump guard that can be quickly and securely attached without the need for screws. This innovation reduced work time and minimized unnecessary movement and fatigue. Previously, workers had to walk back and forth to the maintenance room to borrow tools, but with the new design, tools are no longer needed, streamlining the entire process.

Phra Pradaeng Plant installed bumper guards at the plant of Thongchai Charoen Construction Co., Ltd., Muang District, Nakhon Pathom Province.

On July 31, 2024, the Phra Pradaeng Plant installed bumper guards at the plant of Thongchai Charoen Construction Co., Ltd., Muang District, Nakhon Pathom Province. The area was narrow and lacked warning signals for hazards, which had led to accidents. The company enhanced safety at the customer’s plant by installing bumper guards to prevent and reduce accidents. This initiative also aimed to build strong relationships and listen to customer feedback, ensuring that the needs and expectations of stakeholders are met effectively. Additionally, it promoted the “Share More, Gain More” activity, which involved sharing information about hazardous and risky areas in the customer’s plant and along transportation routes to monitor potential risks. As a result of these efforts, the customer satisfaction level reached 98%.

Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited organized a lecture on asphalt products

On July 31, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited organized a lecture on asphalt products and environmentally friendly asphalt concrete road construction technology for students of the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, and Department of Chemical Engineering. The lecture was opened by Asst. Prof. Dr. Kumpon Subsomboon, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and was attended by 91 students and faculty members.

In addition to learning about the academic aspects and innovative new asphalt construction materials, the afternoon session included a practical activity where students improved the entrance and sidewalks using TIPCO Premix asphalt, compliant with TIS 2916-2561 standards. This enhancement will facilitate future access and logistics for the building.

This event was conducted following the policy framework under MoU Clause 2.2, focusing on promoting and developing graduate production by supporting teaching, learning, and training in the use of materials between agencies. The aim is to develop expertise among personnel and produce graduates who are knowledgeable and capable of efficiently utilizing asphalt materials, thereby enhancing the nation’s sustainable development capabilities in the future.

This research collaboration is part of the joint MoU between Tipco Asphalt and the Department of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University

On July 23, 2024, Associate Professor Boonchai Sangpetngam, Ph.D., a faculty member of the Department of Civil Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, and Mr. Kitti Phattanavasin, Senior Manager – Customer Experience Management, a representative from Tipco Asphalt Public Limited Company, presented the prototype research project “The Utilization of Recycled Asphalt Concrete for Production of Pre-Mixed Asphalt Using Waste Palm Oil as an Asphalt Rejuvenator Formula” at the innovation project competition under the theme “Net Zero Paving: Solutions for Users.” This event was part of the อว. FAIR: SCI POWER FOR FUTURE THAILAND held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, under Energy, Chemicals, and Biochemicals. The project was evaluated by the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC). The collaborative research is set to span one year, with the aim of testing and designing the prototype product together.

This research collaboration is part of the joint MoU between Tipco Asphalt and the Department of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, aligning with the core strategy “Value for the Future,” which aims to develop and elevate education and produce knowledgeable and skilled personnel to support national development and competitiveness sustainability.

TAL has achieved 300,000 manhours without a lost time injury

On 17 July 2024, Tipco Asphalt Lao (TAL) has the achievement of 300,000 manhours without a lost time injury since September 2020. On this occasion, the team has gathered together to celebrate this success, with a focus on achieving the next goal of 400,000 safe working hours in the year 2026.

Surat Thani factory CSR team held a discussion with the Director of the Phowai Community Health Center

On July 25, 2024, the Surat Thani factory CSR team held a discussion with the Director of the Phowai Community Health Center, part of the Surat Thani Hospital network, to plan training for the Safety Road for All and CPR projects for the community and schools under the Phowai urban community district. They also shared 70 boxes of Andrographis paniculata extract capsules to distribute to people using the healthcare services, to be used as a common household remedy and to help boost immune health. This initiative is part of promoting good health and wellness for the community.

Phitsanulok plant, carried out a CSR activity under the project to promote and improve the quality of life for disadvantaged people, under the “Zero Waste”

On July 3, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Phitsanulok plant, carried out a CSR activity under the project to promote and improve the quality of life for disadvantaged people, under the “Zero Waste” activity at the Special Education Center, Educational Region 7, Phitsanulok Province. This project aimed to promote effective waste management in schools as a way to reduce waste at the source, resulting in less waste to be disposed of, creating benefits and added value from waste management using the 3Rs principle. Additionally, it helped promote the creation of an environmentally friendly society. A total of 15 employees participated in the activity, which involved improving the waste segregation area, setting up a wet waste bin for food scraps, and more.

The Phitsanulok plant also supported by donating 12 wet waste bins, 2 general waste bins, 2 recycling bins, and 2 hazardous waste bins. This project is ongoing, with 50% progress completed.

Surat Thani plant had the opportunity to welcome Mr. Bai Min Guang, Depot Production Manager, and Mr. Liang Da Ren, Production Deputy Manager, from Tipco Asphalt Xinhui Co., Ltd.,

Between July 10-11, the Surat Thani plant had the opportunity to welcome Mr. Bai Min Guang, Depot Production Manager, and Mr. Liang Da Ren, Production Deputy Manager, from Tipco Asphalt Xinhui Co., Ltd., one of the Tipco Asphalt Group companies in China. They visited the Surat Thani factory to observe and learn about various management practices, including the 5S activities, sea freight handling, storage, and the factory’s occupational health and safety management system.

Both guests expressed their gratitude and praised the supervisors and employees at the Surat Thani factory for their warm welcome, helpful guidance, and excellent knowledge sharing. They plan to apply and adapt the insights gained to improve operations at Tipco Asphalt in China.

Open House Surat Thani Plant

On July 9, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Surat Thani Plant, hosted an Open House event to welcome stakeholders, government agencies, the community, customers, and business partners to visit and hear a presentation on the overall operations of the company. The presentation covered all three dimensions: Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG). The event aimed to build positive relationships with external agencies and the local community. During the Open House, stakeholders participated in a tree planting activity in the factory’s green area, contributing to increasing green space, enhancing biodiversity, and creating a learning resource for the community in the future.