Metals Industry Research and Development Center(MIRDC)

January 11, 2018 Dear Engr. Nathaniel Oliveros, Greetings! Thank you for your request dated Dec 27, 2017 10:53:54 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch. Your Request You asked for list and price of equipment of tool and die casting, specific for bronze medal. Response to Request While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, in this instance we are unable to provide the information you have requested because die casting of bronze products is not advisable since it requires high melting temperature which may cause heat cracking on the die. Normally, die casting is suited and economical for aluminum, zinc and magnesium alloys because of their low melting temperature. We recommend investment casting process for the manufacture of bronze medals. Your right to request a review If you are unhappy with this response to your FOI request, you may ask us to carry out an internal review of the response by writing to the Department Central Appeals and Review Committee, Department of Science and Technology, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City. Your review request should explain why you are dissatisfied with this response and should be made within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date you received this letter. The Committee will complete the review and tell you the result, within thirty (30) calendar days from the date when we receive your review request. If you are not satisfied with the result of the review, you then have the right to appeal to the Office of the President pursuant to Administrative Order No. 22, series of 2011. Thank you. Respectfully, Abigail M. Casas FOI Receiving Officer