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February 2017

Volume III, No. 1I

MHPS-TS NEWSLETTER
MHPS Technical Services Corporation
Message from the Section Manager of Reinetsu

Good day everyone!


For the sake of those who do not
know me yet, I am PIO F. MAPILE
Turning
Apprehension into
JR., of REINETSU Department, Ma-
chinery Division. You can simply
call me PIO. I am married to a
beautiful, loving, caring and sup-
portive woman, and a proud fa- Passion
ther of two, a girl and a boy. By: Pio F. Mapile Jr.
It is my honor and privilege to be
given a chance to share a part of
me in our Newsletter.

Let us first have an overview of


our department. In Reinetsu De-
partment, we deal with the prod-
uct design of Refrigeration and Air
-conditioning in Reefer and Design
Sections using the CREO 3D/2D
software and AutoCAD. We also
have the 3D modeling and 2D
drawing of gears and other ma- I joined MTS on November 1996 without always praying to God to give me a job
chine tooling in Machine Tool actually any idea what would be the na- and a company that will last long. I nev-
Group under Design Section using ture of my work. I took the courage and er asked nor thought of having a big
the SolidWorks software. let where my fate would take me. salary. All I wanted was a stable job.
After I graduated from college and passed
We have engineers sent to Japan So one time, I did something which I am
the licensure examination for Mechanical
and Thailand. They are the one not used to. I bought a newspaper and
Engineering, I worked as an all-around
responsible in facilitating jobs be- scanned the job hiring column and there
maintenance personnel in an enterprise
tween us and our customers. captured my attention, a company look-
particularly in their excavator (backhoe)
ing for Engineers including Mechanical
Now, let me tell you how I became unit. I got interested in operating the
Engineers, MTS (Mitsubishi Heavy In-
a part of the company, who and excavator because I was amazed with its
dustries Ltd., Technical Services). I was
what I was before joining this movement. Thus, I also operated the ex-
interested and at the same time hesi-
company. cavator in their projects, slept in a bar-
tant to apply then because at that time,
racks with different kind of people. Being
I was already 24 which was the age limit
an all-around maintenance personnel and
requirement of the company. However,
at the same time excavator operator was
that didn’t stop me, I did not lose hope.
not an easy job but one thing I knew
In fact, I was confident that I am quali-
then, I was happy and I enjoyed what I
fied to any position because of my expe-
was doing.
rience in heavy equipment mainte-
My journey in life for opportunity never nance. I was confident that I will be-
ceased there. During those times, I was come a part of the company.

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Turning
Apprehension into
Passion

Thus, I applied. I passed both the examination and interview. Reali- In this case, what do I need to do? I build up
zation came into me that I was already hired only when orientation my interest. I focused in what I am doing. I did
came. not let my determination die down. Doing
these things are never easy, it takes a lot of
On my first day at work, I have no idea with the setup of the compa-
determination, dedication, self-discipline and
ny. They assigned us to our respective divisions. There were two of
effort. However, if we follow these, we will be
us who were lucky to be a part of the Nagoya (now Reinetsu) Divi-
directed to the path of SUCCESS!
sion. To my surprise, I haven’t seen any heavy equipment in the com-
pany, instead, I saw drawing papers, drawing tables and computers In my twenty long years of being a part of the
which was a very different set up from which I have expected. company, every day for me is a challenge and
Yes, DRAWINGS! Do you think I am happy that instead of holding always a new experience. This is my motiva-
wrenches, it’s a computer mouse and a stylus pen? To add, mechani- tion to enjoy my daily routines in life. My un-
cal pencil, technical pens, triangles, T-squares and a drawing table easiness at first became excitement to en-
which are some kind of student stuffs especially during my college counter new challenges and experiences.
days. Well, NO! For everybody’s information, I hate making drawings. Up to these days, I’m still doing the same
I don’t know, but I am neither bad at it, maybe because I have no in-
thing. I believe that what you do in one side,
terest on it. you can take it to the other. What I am saying
At first, I did jobs just for compliance, just to say that I have done is that your attitude will reflect wherever you
something for the day. I had to do the things that need to be done go.
even if I don’t feel like doing it. Every time I come to the office, I real- So the best thing to do in one’s life is to devel-
ly felt uncomfortable and unease to the mere thought that I will be op self-discipline and everything will follow.
doing drawings every day. I was always asking myself, what should I
do? Do I need to quit this job? But quitting is not and never will be in Happy Hearts Month to all!!!
my vocabulary. Instead, I find ways to ease everything with me.

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Contents 02
Message From The Section Manager
of Reinetsu 12
Piping Detail Department, LPED Divi-
sion Performance Awards
Volume III, No. 2
05 Editorial
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems 13 Gallery
“So be it.”
Technical Services Corporation “Loyalty Awardee”
07 ISO 9001:2015 Update
Communique “Internal audit conducted to Batch 1
and 2
09 Voice From Abroad
“From Yokohama, With Love”
11 Tell me something I don’t know

“How To Love the Job You’ve Got”

Post scriptum: Staffs

We are inviting everyone who has Editor-In-Chief: Rene S. Golveo


Layout Artists: Melvin P. Manansala . Denise Rich G. Resurreccion
skills in writing to make contributions
MHPS-TS Newsletter Coordinators
to the next issues of this newsletter. JC Peñaloza . Brian Cañeba . Daryl Jean De Torres . Kenny Digman . Daniel Arguelles III

Royce John De Guzman .Kenneth Johnson Libres . Beatriz M. Pitallano . Janssen C. Palaran
“TO WRITE Judy Rose de Castro . Jhon Jeric Sevilla . Mike John Merano
means more than putting
PRETTY WORDS
on a page;
THE ACT OF WRITING Contributors
is to share
Pio F. Mapile Jr. Reinetsu Department
A PART OF YOUR SOUL
with the World” Daryl Jean I. De Torres Boiler Engineering Division

Simeon A. Garcia Quality Management Section


-Unknown
Kenneth S. Gabor Layout & Piping Planning Department

Denise Rich G. Resurreccion Information & Communication Technology Department

John Jeric Sevilla Piping Detail Department


Editorial
So be it.
Converting Heavy Workloads into a Happy Work-life

By: Daryl Jean I. De Torres


Boiler Engineering Division

"The fact is I don't drive just to get from


A to B. I enjoy feeling the car's reactions,
becoming part of it." - Enzo Ferrari

For more than a year of working here in MTS, I can


say that workloads are really high. There is no
Doing more with less resources and increasing produc- doubt about it. People are stressed and feeling
tivity are prime targets of every corporation. Why not? crunched with all they have to do. Heavy workload
These, for certain, make owners, shareholders and cred- is not only tiring but it usually drives us to work for
itors very happy, but how about the staff or employees? longer hours than we would really like. We have to
Do we feel the same? spend the time that we prefer to use in our own

Along with the good standing of our company are the pleasure. It can also mean working when you

increasing numbers of us starting to wonder, “Will the should really be resting. How about emergencies?

heavy workloads ever let up?” “Will the resources and Of course, these come up unexpectedly. Isn't deal-

support of days past ever return?" "How will I continue ing with your loads and being out of control with

to keep up at this fast-paced lifestyle both home and at these unexpected occurrences sounding more

work?" And the real question everyone is asking today stressful? Admit it or not, mounting workloads are

is, “Is this the new normal?” Or for me having a first job a fact of life for many of us, and keeping them in

like this, "Is this normal?" check can be a constant struggle.

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But how can we deal with such piling workloads and deadlines? It would be nice if work environment were tempo-
rary blip or if workloads can be reduced instantly; however, that probably wouldn't be the case. Embrace it - in-
creased workloads have become the normal. That means, learning to cope with the faster pace of work is very im-
portant. How? Though I cannot say I’m speaking from experience, let me share some of the tips I pondered which
could probably help and make our situation better somehow:
1. Understand your job description and role. If you understand how to ask the right questions.
them well, your daily tasks will be driven well and faster. 7. Learn to respectfully decline. It is okay to say no,
2. Try and don’t be overwhelmed by the number of tasks or sometimes. Agreed, it can be difficult in some situations,
deadlines at hand. After all, you can’t do all of them at the same but saying “no” is sometimes the only way to manage a
time, so why worry about all of them at once? Don't overthink. heavy workload. However, be mindful not to say no to im-
3. Stop managing your time. Time flows, so you can never han- portant tasks and not say no all the time, but saying no
dle it. It'll only consume you more energy. Instead, know your when you really feel and think you cannot do something is
priorities and concentrate. This way, you will know which task better than saying yes and not getting the job done well.
should be completed first. However, also be prepared to repri- Enjoy. Personally, this is the best tip I always want to ap-
oritize since some urgent things may come up any time. Bear in ply. Work is never a problem to a person who enjoys it.
mind that the demands on your time will always be in flux! Whatever the duties, and how heavy they were, it weigh
no costs for a person who finds its meaning in a bigger and
4. Think flexibly. Consider different ways to manage your work
brighter picture. Just like what Enzo Ferrari said, "The fact
smarter both personally and professionally. Each of us weighs is I don't drive just to get from A to B. I enjoy feeling the
our situations differently. What works for you will not necessari- car's reactions, becoming part of it." In short, make your
ly work for everyone. We all have different ways of working, and work be part of your POSITIVE and HAPPY daily routine.
different styles and times when we are most productive. Think
about when you tend to work best and use this time to do the Being a part of a workplace with heavy workloads like MTS
most important or challenging tasks and then completes the is actually being fortunate. More responsibilities is equal
easier tasks when you find it more difficult to concentrate. to a more responsible you. Being able to handle deadlines
and workloads properly is equal to a YOU being a part of
5. Acknowledge your own limits. If you’re starting to lose moti-
the company's success. Whenever you feel stressed out,
vation in your work, or feeling chronically exhausted, this proba-
just remember that everybody will always have their good
bly means you are nearing burnout. So take a break. Breathe
days and bad days, and that these shall pass, too. And
and relax. Simply because you have to think well and to think
looking back at those situations that have been the hard-
well is having a sound mind and body in order to produce a
est, you could realize that you were there for a reason –
good work output. Truthfully, it’s a self-care issue and may re-
knowing what you are learning or need to learn from
sult to a long-term consequences if not consider. This was also
those and finding what have you been avoiding or resisting
been advised to me then, so may I remind you that it should
so you cannot overlook anymore. Most importantly, at the
always be – "working to live, not living to work." end of the day, you'll realize to use every lesson to em-
6. Communicate. If you feel that you are struggling on your power yourself and those around you. It all ends up on you
work, it may help to share your concerns with your manager, – being a better person. Isn’t this now a win-win for the
seniors or elders. Sometimes, the more you keep your queries company and you? It's just a matter of accepting, continu-
to avoid disturbing your superiors, the bigger the possibilities ing and moving forward. Instead of making yourself
your work will consume more man hours. But of course, know burned out by these workloads, just be the best of you
and say, "I got this. So be it."

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show
me

I S O
INTERNAL AUDIT CONDUCTED TO BATCH Update
1 AND BATCH 2
Simeon A. Garcia
Document Controller
Quality Management Section

January 24, 25 and 26, 2017 the scheduled Inter- This time new approach on internal audit was
nal audit for MHPS-TS Batch 1 and Batch 2 was implemented using the new internal audit
conducted. Batch 2 - comprises of Layout and check list designed with questionnaires stated
Piping Engineering Division, Turbine Design in the ISO 9001: 2015 requirements. This audit
Department, Civil Engineering Section, Plant checklist will determine the conformity and
Engineering Section, Heat Exchanger Section applicability of the requirements/ evidence/s
and Boiler Engineering Section simultaneously asked per clause/s. Also included on the check
with Batch 1 – Machinery Division, Kobe Divi- list is the scope of the audit questions and on
sion, I & C /C & E Division, System Engineering the auditee part, the audit evidence and self-
and Administration Division faced the audit evaluation of the audit finding results where
together with the MHPS-TS Internal Auditors. evaluation rating of 1 ~ 4 was clearly defined.

1- Did not comply

Self-Evaluation 2- Comply partially, need to add or revise


Rating 3- Comply, but not to date

4- Comply perfectly

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Admin – Personnel IA – Mr. Joel Macatbag
In line with the internal audit activities 3. Effectiveness of the Quality Manage-
MHPS – AP Engineering Manager QM ment System (QMS) on quality
Department - Mr. Katsushi Suzuki awareness and communication.
with his QM Staff - Mr. Halikul Jaman
MHPS-AP Regional Headquarters main
Dhul Fakkeer joined the internal audi-
function is to establish global business
tors to observe the audit proper. They
information where Mr. Suzuki and Mr.
looked on the three aspects of the
Fakkeer are based. They will take the
internal audit activities as their main
responsibility for MHPS total optimiza-
purpose of visiting MHPS-TS to ob-
tion and to develop region based Quality
serve and assess the system and style
Management System.
of how the internal audit was per-
formed. They focused on the follow- Scope of the scheduled audit activities
ing: were outlined on the detailed audit plan.
Each Division / Department / Section has Admin – Personnel IA – Ms. Anna Robles
1. Checking the conformities of the
their own assigned internal auditors and
Documented Information based on
auditee/s and the related clauses on the
the requirements of ISO 9001 :
standard to be audited,
2015 International Standard
2. The approach of the auditee/s in
dealing with their non-conformities
or non-conformances.

Admin – Accounting IA – Mr. Regino Esquibal Jr.


Some of the event highlights of the in-
ternal auditors in action…

Internal Auditors Meeting and Bonding Time

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Voice From Abroad
From Yokohama,
With Love
By: Kenneth S. Gabor
Layout & Piping Planning Department

Effective Communication occurs only if the receiver understands the exact


idea or information the sender intended to transmit - From the Performance
Juxtaposition site

Were the first words that my sen- The scope of my work is to pre-
iors and colleagues heard from pare drawings and references to
Minasan, Konbanwa me; it was a self-introduction be sent to MTS for 3D model-
(Everyone, Good Evening) (Jikoshokai) during our welcome ling, Check the resulting 3D
Otsukaresama desu party here in Japan. models and to serve as a com-
(Thank you for your hardwork)
I am an ICT member from Layout munication bridge for both MTS
Watashi no namae wa Kenneth desu Engineers and MHPS Engineers.
and Piping Planning Department;
(My name is Kenneth)
I was assigned in two sites, namely
Ken to moshimasu
MHPS Engineering Headquarters
(Please call me Ken)
in Minato Mirai and MHPS
Ni juu san sai desu
Honmoku Factory. I am in-charge
( __ years old)
of 3D Equipment model review
Firipin karakimashita
and Checking for both BTG
(From Philippines)
(Boiler, Turbine, and Gas Area)
Firipin jin desu
projects and FGD (Flue Gas
(A Filipino)
Desulfurization Area) Projects.
Douzo yoroshiku onegaishimasu
(Please take care of me)

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The Workplace
Yokohama City is located 32 Kilo- time that I was able to intro- serves as a great improvement
meters south of Tokyo City, a rough- duce myself in Nihongo they in our work by enabling us to
ly 45 Minutes Train ride from Yoko- became comfortable talking Express our suggestion and
hama Station to Tokyo Station, to me, although I still un- opinions about improving our
MHPS Engineering Headquarters is derstand little Japanese work, and solving problems
Specifically located in Minato Mirai words we were able to com- that occur by communicating
area. Minato Mirai serves as the municate effectively. This effectively.
central business district of Yoko-
hama City, you can compare it to The Culture
“Ayala Area” in Philippines. Most
I spend my holiday season here in Japan
people that you interact with were (Christmas and New Year), Christmas here is more
very well dressed and very presenta- like an ordinary day, unlike in the Philippines which
is cheerful and festive, but during Christmas time
ble, mostly in suit, tie and coat like people eat outside with their family. I was able to
business man. People are very prac- celebrate New Year here in Japan with my Auntie
and her family. It was a family gathering. Dishes
tical and polite; they tend to com- that were served are mostly fish, vegetable and
mute to work by public transporta- noodles. No wonder they live longer, they always
eat healthy food. After the clock strikes 12 mid-
tion or bicycle rather than bringing night and the New Year arrives, people go to Tem-
ples to give their wishes for the New Year.
their own cars so there is less traffic
in street even in rush hours. MHPS
Japanese People are very hardworking, disciplined
Honmoku Factory is a Dockyard. It and polite; the workplace has a serious atmos-
phere. But during gathering (Party or Drinking Par-
is located 20 minutes away from ty) it is a very cheerful scenario, the room is filled
MHPS Engineering Headquarters. with excitement as everyone is having a good time
and by the next working day, it is back to business.
It serves as a production line for Gas
By the time that I wrote this article, I already
Turbine blades. stayed here in Japan for 2 months. It is the season
of winter here (February). For someone living in a
Some of my colleagues and seniors tropical country like Philippines, it is a great oppor-
here in Japan I already met in the tunity to experience snow here although it seldom
snow in Yokohama City nor in Tokyo City, One of
Philippines, but most are new to our good colleagues gave us 1 Day JR East Railway
me. pass, which we use to travel for almost 7 hours
just to see snow, and it was worth the trip.
It was a great opportunity for me to be assigned as
I serve as a communication bridge
an ICT member here in Yokohama City, I was able
for both MTS Engineers and MHPS to learn a lot from our Competitor/Customer
(MHPS) about the factors on where we can im-
Engineer. To fulfill this duty, I must prove our work and how to work effectively, I shall
break the barrier that separates us. I share this accumulated knowledge to my col-
leagues in MTS once I go back in the Philippines.
am very thankful that before I came
here in Japan I had the opportunity
to learn Nihongo (Japanese Lan-
guage) as one of the requirement of
MTS for ICT members to be sent to
Japan, so I took it seriously. By the

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Tell Me Something I Don’t Know
By: Denise Rich G. Resurreccion
Information & Communications Technology

How to Love the Job You’ve Got


Every day we hear about people making radical career changes. service? Do you get to see the finished product? Do you give di-
The opportunities exist, but will all these changes make us any rection that gets things done? Then ask yourself “how is this job
happier once we get there? Maybe the question done differently because I am doing it?” Perspective
is not “how can I get the job I’ll love?”, but “how can I love the plays a huge role in personal satisfaction and sense of well being.
job I have?” Following are four practical steps towards coming to Try to remember why you took the job in the first place. If it was
terms with why you do what you’re doing. Take some only going to be “for now” are you actively looking
time to think about it, and you might be surprised by what you for other work?
find.
4. Dare to ask yourself if it’s worth it. If you can’t find the part of
1. Realize that your job does not define you, but how you do it your job that you like, or if you can see yourself turning into the
does. There’s a lot to be said for attitude, more than will fit here. person you said you would never be, consider
Any job can be done well, done with compas-
the reasons. It may not be a new job that you need, just a new
sion, done with care. Your attitude at work and the way you treat direction. Do you like the person you are doing this job? If not,
people — even your mood — does not go unnoticed. They have a are there changes you can make to the way you do
profound influence on the people you work with.
your job or is the job itself the problem? Do you need to be doing
There are times when you can’t control your situation, but you a different position within the same company? Are additional
can always choose how you live in it. responsibilities taking you away from the work you
2. Stop focusing on the money. Money will never be enough so were hired to do? Maybe all that’s needed is some refocusing.
stop using it (or the lack of it) as an excuse. Whatever you are Learn to say “no”. As much as you can choose the things you
bringing home on the 15th and 30th, there are spend your time on, don’t attend events or meetings
always going to be things you could do or would do if you had only because everyone expects it.
more. Try taking tracking every penny you spend in a week. See-
Asking yourself why you do your job doesn’t mean you’re dis-
ing where your money is really going can help you to
satisfied, just self-aware. This awareness can lead to greater job
refocus your spending towards the things you really want. Getting satisfaction, increased sense of well being and
paid is only one small part of what you do, your work has to be
a little more control over what you do, rather than just “going
more than just a paycheck to be fulfilling.
along for the ride.” For some, it may be time for a change – if so,
3. Find the significance in what you do. This may require you to don’t be afraid of it. Change isn’t necessarily bad, it’s
think big, but it can be done. Take some time to really think about
just different. For the rest of us, take a look around, you may find
what you do. Do you provide an essential
you’ve got a great view.

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PERFORMANCE AWARDS
Piping Detail Department, LPED Division
By: Jhon Jeric Sevilla
Piping Detail Department

Last January 11, 2017, Renato C. Santos (Piping Detail Department Manager) and Antonio A. Policar (LPED
Division Manager) awarded the following employees of Piping Detail in recognition of employees’ accom-
plishments and contributions as Piping Detail Engineer.

This award will be the motivation of other Piping Detail members to move forward for a better quality output.

Excellence Award for Outstanding Employee of the Year 2016 of Piping Detail Department
1. BENITEZ, ERICCA E. - Conventional Section
2. NATOR, REY M. - Conventional Section
3. MAGBANUA, RESTY B. - GTCC Section
4. PASCO, MERYJANE A. - Turbine Section
Excellence Award for Best Employee of Year 2016 of Piping Detail Department
1. ISRAEL, JULIUS L. - Conventional Section

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ARGUELLES, DANIEL III SISON . RELORCASA, RICKY
RAQUITICO . BALECHA, EDDIE LIBUTON . NATA-
NAUAN, NATALIO NATANAUAN . BAGON, ANTERO
VILLENA . MAPILE, PIO JR. FARRO . BUENVIAJE,
ALLAN MATIBAG . QUIZON, MARISEL REYES .
EBREO, ROLAND AGUILAR . GALIDO, GLORIA
FRANCISCO

20 Years in service

Loyalty Awardees 15 Years in service


MISSION, RONNIE GONZALES
ZAPANTA, ALVIN CO

MENDOZA, ARNEL PINTO . CABURIAN, JOAN


GOMASO . ALANGWAWI, JAKE ANTHONY LICY-
AYO . LANDICHO, ALLAN HERNANDEZ . YEBES,
BENIGNO PACLIBARE . MARASIGAN, RYAN JOSEPH
CLEOFE . DICHON, JULIUS YEE . CRUZ, WALFREY
FELICIANO . TUGADE, ALMA DELOS REYES . FELIX,
DONNABELLE FLORES . GORERO, FERNANDO GE-
RONA . CAPARAS, MARVIN CATAHAN . ARCETA,
JOHN JULIUS EÑAR . DERIJE, AMANDO REYNO .
TANHUECO, TEODEL DEL ROSARIO . DIVINA,

10
RONALD COTORNO . SABANDAL, CHRISTOPHER
ISIDRO . BORJA, MILO JASMIN . GREGORY,

Years in service

MARTIN, BENSALYN PAR . DOMALAON,


KENNETH JOHN INABLAN . CAGATULLA, LEA
NAVA . TIMBREZA, RICARDO BUSTILLOS .
BENITEZ, ERICCA ESTILLER . ANG, JELAINE
ANGELICA RUBIO . SUERTE FELIPE, FATIMA
TAN . LUCENA, KATRINA CALICDAN . MO-
RALES, JEFFREY RABINO . ALBALADEJO,
RAMIL ALTAMERA . JALBUENA, EMELYN
ERNIETA . DERILO, HARRY DONGSAO . BAU,
KELVIN SALVADOR . PETALLAR, JAYSAM
AGOS . ESCARTIN, MARK JOSEPH CADAVOS .

5
BARASI, MARK ALFRED SUMANG . ALISASIS,
NATHANIEL CALILAP . GUZON, CARME
MAGELYN NEOLAR . ALLEGO, BIRGILDO JR.
ABO . ALAMO, ALGEN CAMPANER . ANTO-
NIO, ROAN FAUSTINO . ALTAR, AIZEL DE-
Years in service
LIMA . REMIGIO, REMGIE GRANDE . BUYCO,
GLOMERSON UBEDA . TALUCOD, ALDRIN
MUNDO . CASTRO, KATHERINE JOY
SALENGA . DE LA ROSA, RONEL FERNANDEZ

13 MHPS-TS August 2016


MHPS-TS MISSION

To provide the best engineering output continuously

for the PJs of MHI & MHPS, such as EPC PJ and

Manufacturing PJ, with everybody’s participation in

the positioned as right Figure.

MHPS-TS VISION

We will become world class Global Engineering Center

in Engineering of EPC and/or Manufacturing.

January 1, 2015

Masahiko Mishiro Date

MHPS TECHNICAL SERVICES CORP.


27th/F Robinsons Cybergate Center Tower 3, Pioneer St.,
Mandaluyong City, 1550 Philippines

Phone: 794-0220
Fax: 794-0202
E-mail: www.mts.mhps.com

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