De La Salle University Publishing House (DLSUPH)
Chronicles of Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning in Tropical Philippines: The Cold Facts
edited by Alvin Y. Chua
Published and distributed by
De La Salle University (DLSU) Publishing House, 2015
ISBN 978-971-222-631-6
This book endeavors to capture the start of refrigeration and air-conditioning in the Philippines together with the important highlights that led to the growth of the industry. It features different personalities, companies, and events that made a mark in the industry all these years. It also includes two special features: the milestones of ASHRAE Philippines Chapter and the transformations in the Filipino building envelope through the years.
The editor and authors of the book would like to extend their appreciation to all the people who shared their pictures and materials in the creation of the book. If any significant personalities, companies and information are missed, this is unintentional.
It is hoped that this book will serve as a preliminary manuscript on the history of refrigeration and air-conditioning in the Philippines.
Dr. Alvin Y. Chua earned his BSME, MSME, and PhD ME at De La Salle University (DLSU)–Manila, Philippines. He is currently an Associate Professor of the Mechanical Engineering Department of De La Salle University–Manila, Philippines. He also served as chapter historian of the ASHRAE Philippine Chapter (2012-2014).
Engr. Martin Ernesto L. Kalaw earned his BSME and MSME at De La Salle University (DLSU)–Manila, Philippines, where he is currently a member of the faculty of the Mechanical Engineering Department. He has been a member of the ASHRAE Philippines Chapter since 2007 and is one of the advisers of the ASHRAE Student Chapter of DLSU.
Engr. Efren G. de la Cruz earned his BSME at DLSU and Masters of Engineering Management (Manufacturing Management) at PLM. He is currently the vice-dean of the Gokongwei College of Engineering at DLSU. He has been a member of the ASHRAE Philippines Chapter since 2007 and is one of the advisers of the ASHRAE Student Chapter of DLSU.
Dr. Manuel C. Belino earned his BSME at the Mapua Institute of Technology (MIT) and Master in Engineering Education, Major in Mechanical Engineering, and Doctor of Education at De La Salle University (DLSU). He also earned the degree Master of Theological Studies with a concentration in Ethics at Harvard University. He was the former dean of the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at the MIT and an associate professorial lecturer at DLSU. He is a past president and currently chair for student activities of the ASHRAE Philippines Chapter.
Engr. Hans Felix R. Bosshard earned his BSME at De La Salle University and is currently pursuing his MS in Environmental Engineering at the Mapua Institute of Technology (MIT). He is a member of the faculty of the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and a faculty adviser of the ASHRAE Student Branch of MIT.
Engr. Mark Christian E. Manuel earned his BSME and MS in Environmental Engineering at the Mapua Institute of Technology (MIT). He is currently pursuing his PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the Chung Yuan Christian University in Taiwan. He is a member of the faculty of the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and an adviser of the ASHRAE Student Branch of MIT.
Ar. Emelito C. Punsalan earned his BS in Architecture at the University of the Philippines. He pursued further studies in urban planning at the School of Urban and Regional Planning at UP in 1995 and earned his second license as an environmental planner in 1998. At present, he is the vice president for technical of the Philippine Green Building Initiative and is a member of both the United Architects of the Philippines and ASHRAE Philippines Chapter.