Philconstruct Mindanao opens today

THE 8TH Philconstruct Mindanao opens today at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier offering Dabawenyos and Mindanawons the latest products and services in construction, air-cooling, manufacturing, and printing industry.

Held from September 8 to 10, 2017, Philconstruct Mindanao is presented by the Philippine Constructors Association (PCA), Philconstruct Events, Exhibitions and Conference Corp. (PEECC), and Davao Constructors Association Center, Inc. (DCACI); HVAC/R Mindanao by the Philippine Society of Ventilating, Air-conditioning and Refrigerating Engineers (PSVARE); Manufacturing Technology Davao (MTD) by the Philippine Society of Plumbing Engineers (PSPE); and Pack Print Plas (PPP) Davao by the Philippine Plastics Industry Association (PPIA) and Philippine Center for Print Excellence Foundation (PCPEF).

“Through this event, the biggest variety of upto-date construction materials, building equipment, interior and exterior products as well as heavy machineries are brought here in Mindanao. No doubt why this show is now the most trusted and sought after business platform in the region,” said engineer Ramon Allado, Philconstruct Mindanao event chairman.

The opening ceremony is expected to be graced by distinct personalities including the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Director, Dir. Allan Borromeo; Department of Finance Assistant Secretary, Asec. Arturo, Boncato, Jr.; Davao City Mayor Representative, Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang; Consular Office of Japan in Davao Director & Consul Tomoko Dodo, and leaders from construction and manufacturing industry.

Philconstruct Mindanao 2017 will also launch its newest feature today, the outdoor pavilion.

“For this year, we have prepared an outdoor pavilion packed with over 100 of the latest and biggest construction vehicles, heavy machineries and equipment. The showcase is strategically located at the open parking of SM Lanang,” said engineer Michael Te, president of DCACI.

The expo will showcase more than 300 participating brands and companies including the show co-presenter Pacific Paint (Boysen) Phils.; major sponsors Holcim Philippines, International Elevator & Equipment, Inc., Ohighland Machinery & Equipment, Inc., Panasonic Philippines, Republic Cement Corp.; and minor sponsor Isuzu Philippines, among others.

“We are caonfident that these events will provide access for businesses to explore the latest and most advanced machinery and electronic products from hundreds of leading suppliers participating at the show,” said Willy Go, president of PPIA.

Organizers have also lined up technical seminars and workshops during the expo --DCACI’s 2-day Authorized Managing Officers (AMO) Seminar where local contractors will be equipped with the basic knowledge in construction safety, building and lien laws, taxation, labor and other relevant laws, and the basic principles of the construction business; Road Solution by Holcim Philippines; Pre-press to Press Operation by Ideal Marketing & Manufacturing Corp.; Optimize, Maximize and Discover New Opportunities with Evalane by JG Summit Philippines; Technical Seminar by the Philippine Welding Society, Inc. (PWS); and Water Technology Symposium by PSPE.

You may visit the organizer’s official website at www.globallinkmp.com or email info@globallinkmp. com for more details.

The expo starts at 10:30 am until 6:30 pm (except on the last day where expo will close at 5:00 pm). Entrance to the expo is free.