23/06/2026
The Department of Industrial Engineering proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements of its faculty member and students at the International Metals and Engineering Conference (IMEC) 2026, held on 18 June 2026 in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines.
The paper entitled “Improving Rush Order Reliability by Simulation-Based Evaluation of Garment Subcontractor Operations” by Thomas Blue B. Maniquis, Paul Emmanuel B. Alcantara, Bea Trixi C. Mosquera, and Asst. Prof. Gabriel John L. De Leon was awarded Best Paper in recognition of its contribution to advancing research and industrial practice. The study was presented by Paul Emmanuel B. Alcantara, who also received the Best Presenter Award under the Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing Systems session.
In addition, Jabez A. Salinas delivered an oral presentation of the paper “Scheduling and Conveyor Speed Policies in a Metal Powder Coating System: A Discrete-Event Simulation Study,” co-authored with Katherine C. Manlalangit, Ma. Karylle Ashlie S. Siochi, and Asst. Prof. Gabriel John L. De Leon.
These accomplishments reflect the department’s continuing commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and knowledge dissemination.
We extend our warmest congratulations for their exemplary performance and for bringing distinction to the Department and the University.