Solane Achieves 22 Million Manhours without Lost Time Injury

Isla LPG, the company behind one of the most trusted LPG brands Solane, has achieved 22 million safe manhours for both its regular employees and contracted staff without Lost Time Injury (LTI) as of April 2022.

This milestone in Health, Safety, Security and Environment means all Isla LPG employees and Isla partners, both in the plant and office, have not experienced any injury or accident that resulted to them being absent from work and thereby, losing productive work time. “At Isla LPG, we take safety seriously every step of the way, from our plants and offices to the transport of Solane LPG products to our valued customers and business partners,” said Tonito Gonzalez, CEO of Isla LPG. “We want all our employees and contracting partners to feel confident about our mission to provide safe and quality LPG accessible for Filipinos, and it starts with ensuring that they have a safe workplace.”

For Isla LPG, the 22M LTI-free manhours record means the company was able to achieve operations in the plant including gantry/cylinder filling, safe driving performance of haulers, no LTI in Isla’s plants and offices nationwide and no LTI for Isla contractors working on projects, installations, and partner sites.
“Safety is non-negotiable for Isla LPG. Just like how we put premium on the safety of our products through stringent measures and innovative technology, we also make sure that all our employees are working in a healthy, safe, secured, and environment-friendly workplace by integrating practices in all aspects of our businesses,” said Marvin Dela Fuente, HSSE Manager of Isla LPG.

Dela Fuente attributes this hard-earned milestone to the company’s efforts to combine regular trainings, documentations, plant operation programs and annual internal audit. He added that the company ensures that safety is instilled in everyone's hearts and minds.

“Aside from striving for zero LTI, our goal is to have no major plant operation accidents, major road transport accidents, total recordable occupational illnesses, security incidents and life-saving rules violations,” Dela Fuente added.

Isla LPG employees undergo weekly toolbox meetings to start their workweek and receive regular trainings on first aid, firefighting and Permit to Work-Job Hazards Analysis. In compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Republic Act No 11058, Isla tapped Philippine Red Cross Trainers in June to conduct First Aid training for its security personnel, plant staff, and nominated employee first aiders.

Given the risk that comes with working with hazardous substances, Isla implements programs specifically for its plant operations. These include Emergency Response Procedures (ERP) where proactive and reactive approaches for plant operations are discussed and implemented, the Medical Response Strategy (MERS) where plant safety and high health standards are ensured, and the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) component where Isla works with the community surrounding its plants.

To review and ensure that safety procedures and practices are up-to-date and implemented, Isla also conducts annual internal safety audit on its plant operations, distributor operations, metal maintenance contractors and haulers.

Isla LPG Corp. (ILC), ISLA Petroleum & Gas Corporation’s subsidiary engaged in supply, trading, marketing and distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the Philippines under the banner brand Solane (formerly Shellane), operates strategically located LPG refilling plants nationwide and has a vast network of distributors and retail stores.

You Can Now Pay with ShopeePay at SEAOIL

MANILA, MAY 28, 2021 - With the growth of digital payments, ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, partners with SEAOIL, a Filipino-owned fuel company, to provide users with a contactless payment option. For the initial launch, customers can use ShopeePay to pay for gas and other products and services in over 45 SEAOIL branches located in major cities like Pasig, Mandaluyong, Taguig, Quezon City, Marikina, Las Pinas, Caloocan, and Antipolo. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee is thrilled to partner with SEAOIL, to offer users a safer payment method through ShopeePay. We prioritize the health and well-being of every Filipino; and through ShopeePay, we aim to bring a contactless, convenient and secure payment option to more merchants, especially those that provide everyday essentials, such as SEAOIL. We will continue to collaborate with organizations like SEAOIL to enhance the overall digital payment experience of the local community.” 

Francis Glenn L. Yu, Chief Executive Officer at SEAOIL Phils. Inc., said, “We are happy to partner with ShopeePay to encourage more Filipino consumers to transition to safer and contactless payment methods, especially at this time. Through this initiative, we can make things better and easier for our customers, and we fully commit to doing our part to #FuelPHtoRecovery moving forward.” 

How to pay with ShopeePay to get up to ₱500 coins cashback at SEAOIL:

A minimum spend of ₱50.00 is required to enjoy the 20% coins cashback. The coins cap is at 500 coins per transaction, and each user is allowed a maximum of ten transactions. 

1. Go to the ShopeePay wallet and tap “Scan”

2. Scan the QR code shown by the gas station attendant

3. Input the amount to pay and tap “Confirm”

4. Enter 6-digit ShopeePay PIN

5. Receive coins cashback of up to ₱500

Scan to Pay with ShopeePay is accepted in the following SEAOIL branches: 

With ShopeePay adding SEAOIL to its growing number of partner merchants, they also aim to roll out the Scan to Pay feature in over 500 branches nationwide within the year. To know more on how to Scan to Pay with ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-scan-and-pay. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play. 

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About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

 

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

 

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities.

 

ShopeePay is part of SeaMoney, the digital financial services arm of Sea Group. A leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia, SeaMoney’s mission is to better the lives of individuals and businesses in the region with financial services through technology.

2020 LIFETIME FREE GAS WINNERS OF SEAOIL PROMO ANNOUNCED

SEAOIL's Lifetime Free Gas (LFG) Promo, the only one in the world that awards a lifetime supply of free gas to its winners, has recently concluded its 4th-year run.

The three new lucky SEAOIL customers who are breaking free from GAStos starting this year after bagging the grand prize are Antonio C. Goze, Jr., a delivery rider from Luzon; Larry Lopez, a criminology university teacher from the Visayas, and Bhea Quebral, a college student from Mindanao.

"After I lost my main source of income during the lockdown, I had to be resourceful to support my four children," Goze said. "To earn more, my partner and I started an ukay-ukay business while I also worked as a delivery rider. I tried my luck and joined the SEAOIL Lifetime Free Gas Promo, knowing that the free fuel will reduce my daily gasoline expenses. I thank SEAOIL from the bottom of my heart for giving me this opportunity to bring home a higher income for my family."

For Lopez, who hails from Iloilo, SEAOIL has always been his fuel of choice. "Since my first car purchase about five years ago, I have always preferred SEAOIL because of its quality and affordability for an average worker like me. After all these years of fueling up with SEAOIL, I feel especially rewarded winning the Lifetime Free Gas Promo. Aside from the fuel savings, it will allow me to visit my only child who is in her grandmother's care in Kalibo, Aklan, more frequently."

Quebral, a college student from Davao del Sur, goes out once in a while to get her modules using her family's motorcycle. When any of them goes out, they make sure to gas up at SEAOIL to collect receipts that they'll exchange for an LFG promo coupon. "Winning the Lifetime Free Gas Promo is a big blessing for our family. The savings and possible income we can get from our free fuel will help with our finances," Quebral said.

In addition to the three grand prize winners, SEAOIL drew three winners of a one-year supply of free gas. Also, 120 customers all over the country won P3,000 worth of fuels, and lastly, over P2M worth of instant prizes were given away.

"Bringing back the SEAOIL Lifetime Free Gas Promo was one of SEAOIL's initiatives to help Filipino motorists bounce back from the impact of the pandemic," Glenn Yu, CEO of SEAOIL Philippines, said. "We'll continue to look for more ways to help Filipino motorists move forward in 2021."

The SEAOIL LFG Promo now has 15 grand winners. Nine of them are from Luzon, four from Mindanao, and two from the Visayas.

6 Helpful Tips for Home-Based Food Business Start-Ups

One of the silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic and community quarantine is that they gave way to many delicious food home business start-ups. However, while majority of the start-ups continue to thrive today, home-based food businesses take a lot of work and require thorough research and planning to survive the ever-changing market.

If you’ve also been thinking of starting your own food business, let Solane, the country’s leading LPG solutions provider, guide you and help you. The trusted LPG gas of many business owners, Solane helps guarantee safety and weighs your LPG with its “Timbang Challenge service” which is essential for food business owners who want to get the best value for their money. Additionally, Solane also offers these practical tips to succeed:

Know your target market. Identify which group your business will target: Is it the health buff or dessert lover? Millennials or moms? By knowing your target market, you will be able to narrow down your food offerings, as well as package them according to the buying behaviors of your target customers.

Conduct market research. Since the food industry is very competitive, it’s important to do your research before opening your own food business. Join online seminars, safe business networking events, and interview people who run small business to know what works and what doesn’t. You can also test your food recipes on your family and friends and ask for their feedback so you can make any necessary changes for the best product possible.

Prepare licenses and permits. Check with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), and your local government unit to familiarize yourself with the necessary licenses and permits when opening a business. These documents are required to protect public health and safety, keep track of your finances for tax purposes, and help keep you accountable for your company’s actions, while simultaneously gaining the trust of new customers.
 
Use quality equipment. Aside from the ingredients, the kitchen equipment that you use are just as essential in running a food business. Make sure to invest in durable kitchen equipment, such as an oven if your business is baked goods, or a quality stove range to keep up with the demands of your food business.

Prioritize safety. In any food business, it’s important to follow proper hygiene and sanitation to ensure food safety. Restaurant owners should provide adequate hand sanitizing solutions, require employees to regularly wash their hands, and clean all kitchen tools and surfaces. Food business owners should also use high quality and safe LPG tanks, such as Solane, which conducts a free 7-Point Safety Check upon delivery to your home to help ensure that the LPG tanks are safely installed.

Promote your business. Get your family and friends involved in helping you spread the word. Consider spending a little money to advertise your business in your online community groups, and social media. Maximize the social media platforms and e-commerce business sites by creating your own business page to help your start-up reach a bigger market.

Starting your own home-based food business may be a risk and an uphill battle, but with hard work, ample preparation, the right equipment, and these tips from Solane, you can begin this new venture with more confidence. To know more about Solane, visit www.solane.com.ph.

Lifetime Free Gas up for grabs at SEAOIL’s Promo

SEAOIL Philippines is bringing back the first-of-its-kind “Lifetime Free Gas Promo” that awards a lifetime supply of SEAOIL fuels to the grand winners.

“The Lifetime Free Gas (LFG) promo is our unique way of thanking our loyal customers for their continuous patronage, and at this time, it is also an opportunity to fuel their recovery. Winning will enable them to break free from “gas-tos” and move forward faster,” Glenn Yu, SEAOIL Chief Executive Officer (CEO), said. 

SEAOIL customers who purchase at least P500 worth of SEAOIL Fuels and/or Lubricants from November 9, 2020 to February 8, 2021 (single or accumulated receipts), or redeem 12 liters of Gas 91 fuel or 15 liters of Diesel fuel (single or accumulated transactions) using the PriceLOCQ app are eligible to join the raffle.

There will be three (3) lucky winners of Lifetime Free Gas in the grand draw, one each from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. 

Customers also have chances to win during the three monthly draws from December 2020 to February 2021. SEAOIL will give away one-year Free Gas supply to one customer per draw. P3,000 worth of fuel vouchers can also be won, and there will be exclusive draws for SEAOIL VIP Club Members, TNVS riders and drivers, as well as GCash and PayMaya QR users. Another P2 million worth of Instant Prizes including discounts on SEAOIL fuels and free lubricant products can be readily won upon purchase and receipt of promo coupon.

To uphold safety protocols during the promo implementation, customers are given two contactless ways to join - by submitting their entries at www.lifetimefreegas.com or via SMS by texting 225-66-99.

Winners will be announced on SEAOIL’s Facebook page and notified through registered mail, email, or text message. Non-winning entries will still be included in the next raffle draw.

 

For more details, visit www.lifetimefreegas.com. 

5 Must-Know Tips on Preparing a Safer and Healthier Baon

With the easing of quarantine protocols in many parts of the country, employees are starting to adapt to the new normal and return to work. However, things aren't quite back to how they used to be. For instance, many restaurants are still closed, or are open but with limited capacity which, among other important issues, limits the food choices for Filipino workers during break time.

To help with this, Solane, the country's leading LPG brand, offers some tips on safely preparing healthy baon that you can bring to work.

Clean your cooking space. Prior to cooking, make sure to clean every kitchen surface and equipment that your food will come into contact with to stop bacteria from spreading. This includes the countertops, cutting boards, pans, dishes, and even utensils. Wash or wipe them down with warm, soapy water and dry them with a clean cloth or paper towel. Also, do not forget to wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

Cook with fresh ingredients. Now more than ever, preparing a healthy meal is essential, and cooking at home enables you to do so. Avoid canned or processed food. Instead, buy fresh and high-quality ingredients. Fresh food can really improve your health since it retains more nutrients. Also, you can enjoy a tastier meal because you get the most flavor possible from fresh ingredients. Try supporting local businesses and buy your groceries from them. Many reputable sellers are on social media and offer delivery.

Use insulated containers. Using an insulated lunch box and containers is the best option for packing your meals. Consider investing in them if you haven’t yet. They can keep your food warm and help minimize bacterial contamination and growth. Another advantage of having insulated containers is that they are reusable, eco-friendly, and may be safer. Single-use plastic containers and food wraps may carry a higher risk of cross-contamination.

Store food properly. To avoid rushing to cook your lunch in the morning, it's a good idea to prepare your meal the night before, or even days ahead. When prepping ahead of time, it’s also advisable to know how to store your food properly to maintain its quality. If you’re storing freshly cooked food, let your food cool first for a few minutes before putting it in your fridge to avoid spoilage. Cook a big batch, then divide it into small portions and put in separate containers for each day of the workweek. Also, always check the shelf life of the meals you make.

Turn off all heat sources. After you are done preparing your meals, make sure to turn off all the cooking equipment that you used, especially the gas stove and the LPG cylinder. Moreover, it is best to cook with a trusted liquefied petroleum gas brand like Solane to help ensure safety in the kitchen.

For more information, visit https://www.solane.com.ph/ or www.facebook.com/solane.ph.

Tecnogas Presents First Ever Kitchen Superstar

With the objective of promoting culinary excellence in the country, Tecnogas Philippines recently hosted its first-ever cooking competition entitled “Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar”. The live cook-off served as an exciting platform for food enthusiasts with no professional culinary experience to showcase their skills and love for cooking.

“For more than 65 years, Tecnogas has always been passionate in creating cooking appliances designed to deliver best results. And through this event, we want to encourage and promote culinary excellence even more by letting them use the right equipment,” said JP Rahnema, Sales Manager of Tecnogas Philippines.

Being the first of its kind for Tecnogas, the fun-filled afternoon saw the attendees enjoying good food and winning exciting raffle prizes, aside from witnessing the main competition.

Tasked with creating an Italian pasta dish with a Filipino twist, judges Chef Charmaine Fider of TESDA, Mr. Marlon Aldenese of Cook Magazine, and Ms. Marilou Acuna of Flyace Corporation hailed Ida Tan-Schneider as the grand champion with her Creamy Smoked Salinas Pasta creation. Mariane Camba and Rholielyn Garcia bagged the first and second places, respectively.
As the first ever Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar, Ms. Tan-Schnieder got to take home a P20,000 cash prize and over P100,000 worth of gift packs including a kitchen showcase from Tecnogas.

Tecnogas, the legendary Italian brand, is renowned as one of the top premium cooking appliance brands from Italy since 1952. Its line of cooking ranges, cooktops, range hoods, ovens, and Vortex stoves combine a strong design with extraordinary quality and performance. Tecnogas products are exclusively distributed by Appstar Global Distributor, Inc. and are available in all leading appliance stores nationwide with over 250 service centers.

In partnership with Anson’s Appliances and Unimart Capitol Commons, the Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar event was made possible together with Jolly Food, Doña Elena, Kessler’s, Masflex Cookware & Kitchenware, King Sue Ham and Sausages, Fujidenzo, Solane, Doña Maria, Whirlpool, Al Dente, Good Life, Bubble Man, Cif, Klio, Philadelphia, LocknLock, Fineti, Gardenia, Mother’s Best, and many more.

For more information and updates about their products and events, you may like Tecnogas Philippines on Facebook or visit their official website www.tecnogas.com.ph.