Division

LIBRARY, DOCUMENTATION AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IPTTO) DIVISION

The profile of the three sections in the Division are as follows:

LIBRARY

The FIIRO Library is a Special Library established in 1957 out of the necessity to provide information support to research and development activities of the institute. FIIRO was quick to realize that the accomplishment of its mandate would not be possible without effective and efficient information support and more so with technology and industry where availability of information determines the rate of industrialization. 

The library today is a section under the Library and Documentation Division directly reporting to the directorate of Planning, Technology Transfer and Information Management. It is saddled with the responsibilities of providing expertise Information flow to her parent body (i.e. FIIRO), industries, tertiary and government Institutions. In a bid to achieve the above, scientific, technical, economic administrative information materials are acquired and processed to enhance accessibility and use.

Library Resources

Resources in the Section are Books, Journals, Abstracts, Directories, Standards, Trade Catalogues, Photographs and Video recordings, Research Reports, Technical Memoranda, Seminar Papers, Industrial Profiles and other Publications of her parent body (FIIRO) with Librarians that processes these materials.

The division has its mission and vision statement as follows.

MISSION STATEMENT

To be an information dissemination gateway in support of research and development activities for technological advancement.

VISION STATEMENT

To be a reputable centre in the management of scientific and technical information for public and private organization towards the development of the national economy.

The section however comprises of four Units, Namely

• Collection Development Unit           
• Circulation Unit
• Serial Unit
• Audio visual Unit

Functions of the Units

Collection DevelopmentUnit: this unit performs a cluster of activities that together Shapes the library holdings.These include Selection of materials for acquisition, Placing of Order on Management approval of selected materials, checking of arrivals against order list, Stamping, accessioning, cataloguing and classification, preparation of catalogue cards.

Circulation Units: this is the image maker of the library. It is the first point of call to any visit to the library. The unit coordinates the day- to- day activities targeted towards the library users. The activities among others include checking clientele in and out of the library, users Registration, Loan services, collating of daily statistics of library use, and promotion and sale of the Institute’s publications.

Serial Unit: this unit is in charge of all serial publications - journals, abstracts, newspapers, magazines etc.

Serial publications are occasional publication in print or non- print, issued in successive parts, usually having numerical or chronological designation and intended to continue indefinitely. It could be published daily, weekly, monthly,bimonthly, quarterly and yearly.

Audio Visual Unit: The unit is responsible for recording of video and photograph taking of the Institute events.  The final processing also rests on the unit. It is also charged with the responsibility of operating projectors during divisional seminars and official events outside the Institute. Storage and maintenance of all audio visual materials is her responsibility.

• Selection, acquisition and processing of Scientific and Technical information Materials in support of Research and development
• Proper arrangements of Library stock through weekly shelving and shelf reading
• Acquisition, scanning and documentation of relevant articles in the daily newspapers in line with the Institute’s mandate as alerting services
• Registration of library users
• Providing Loan services to users with particular reference to members of staff
• Assisting users to source for information materials among the library stock
• Attending to inquiries from Users – staff, students and Entrepreneurs
• Control and management of FIIRO publication for reference purposes and other official needs – research reports, technical memoranda, Annual reports, seminar papers e.t.c
• Sales of Fiiro Publications
• In-house repair of some tattered books
• Photocopying Services
• Provision of audio visual services to the Institute during functions  within and outside
• Lecture delivery on industrial information during technology transfer programme of  the institute
• Libplus Management
• Providing tailored information to scientist and other clients through available sources of information – (SDI – Selective dissemination of information.

 DOCUMENTATION

The Documentation Section was created to develop and provide services that improve access to information required by researchers/technologists to work productively and cost effectively. The section was also given the mandate to handle the publishing activities of the Institute, and provide information to industrialists, entrepreneurs, and researchers from external organizations.

• To achieve these goals, the following objectives have been established:
• To provide question and answer service: disseminating information sourced through various means including the Internet.
• To publish retrospective and current bibliographies and bibliographical reviews on projects of high priority to the Institute.
• To develop computerized databases and acquire those developed elsewhere on subjects pertinent to the Institute’s research projects.
• To Edit/proof read and publish the reports from the researchers and gather information to write up and publish other Institute publications.

 Functions/Activities

The activities of the section are:

1. Dissemination of information to research officers to facilitate their research works using various tools including the World Wide Web.

2. Editing and publishing of Research Reports, and other corporate publications such as the Institute’s brochure, and corporate profile.

3. Compilation of bibliographies on literature relevant to research officers’ projects

4. Lecturing FIIRO workshop participants on methods of information garnering and the importance and use of the Library as well as the World Wide Web.

5. Research project: The Information Needs of Research Scientists at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi (FIIRO) on internal and external projects.

 IPTTO

FIIRO IPTTO was established in 2007. FIIRO IPTTO was established to foster Intellectual property rights awareness and also encourage researchers to protect their inventions through patenting.

Vision

To be leading intellectual property office recognized on excellence in our service and in strengthening FIIRO’s innovative capacity through effective management of intellectual property.

Mission

To facilitate and enhance the transfer of intellectual property between FIIRO and the global community by fostering the use of IP system and exploitation of IP information.  

Main Functions

• Education and training.
• Administration of IP including the activities relating to registration of Patents, trademarks, industrial designs and any IP generated in the course of FIIRO research.
• Collection and dissemination of IP information.
• Promotion of awareness on the subject of IP

 ACTIVITIES OF FIIRO IPTTO

1. Intellectual Property Audit (IP Audit) – This is to identify existing IP potentials from research reports/results for future commercialization and to identify the current research practices vs. best IP practices.

2. Patent Searches - Searching for technology information using patent documents. Patent information is made available to the public through a variety of databases.

3. Follow up on pending patent Applications

4. Patent applications.

5. Editing Patent Applications

6. Sensitization of Researchers on IP.

7. FIIRO Training workshop.

8. Renewal of Patents

9. Quarterly Training workshop on patent search and drafting.

10. Publication of IP Awareness bulletin

DIVISIONAL CONTACT:

MRS. OLUFOLAKE SOLA DAVIES

Deputy Director (Library, Documentation & IPTTO Division)

Planning Technology Transfer Information Management Department,

BSc, Chemistry, University of Ibadan

MLS, Masters in Library Archival & Information Studies, University of Ibadan

MIP, Masters in Intellectual Property, Africa University, Zimbabwe

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The Prototype Equipment Design and Specification (PEDS) division was established in 2013 as a division of the Projects Development and Design (PDD) Department. The division was set-up to develop Agro-processing prototype equipment for pilot plant set-up with aim of transfer of technology to entrepreneurs. It is also established for training of young engineers on modern tools of design and manufacturing. The division is also required to replicate spare parts to precision as this is essential for manufacturing plant maintenance in Nigeria

The activities of PEDS are grouped as below:

i. Design of prototype equipment using computer aided design (CAD)

ii. Development of prototype equipment using computer aided manufacturing (CAM)

iii. Optimization of equipment design and manufacturing using Computer aided engineering (CAE), Rapid prototyping (RP) and Reverse engineering (RE).

iv. Automation of prototype unit operation equipment and pilot plant equipment.

v. Technical training (Certifications) and services to industries, individuals and institutions.

Vision and Mission of the Division

To be the foremost Centre for prototype design and development for agro-allied industries.

On-going research projects

• Design and fabrication of carbonation system for drinks.
• Design and fabrication of orange and tomato concentrator.
• Design and fabrication of pepper grinding machine.
• Documentation of all completed PDD projects using CAD software.
• Design and fabrication of a solar electroplating powered system

Developed Technology

1· Adhesive Reactor

2· Manual Cashew Nut Sheller

3· Batch Cashew nut Roaster (Hot oil)

4· Manual Pelletizer

5· Manual Cowpea Dehuller

6· Cassava Chipping Machine

Contact the Head of the Division

Deputy Director

Engr. A.O. Komolafe, FNSME

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Telephone: +234-8038462052

Brief about the Division

This Division was established to provide the right platform for the promotion of FIIRO’s technologies to the relevant sectors. It also provides investment options for entrepreneurs and enhances government policy on job creation, poverty alleviation and elimination of social vices, it gives support services for the ministries departments and agencies (MDAs) goals especially the food security initiative.

Vision:                   

To be the Division of Excellence in effective global Commercialization of FIIRO’s breakthroughs.

Mission:

To carry out effective commercialization through promotion, marketing and development of micro, small and medium enterprises.

OBJECTIVES:

OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The overall objective is to identify market-driven research projects and transfer FIIRO R&D results for commercialization purposes.

While Specific Objectives are:

• To promote FIIRO’s developed technologies and create awareness for adoption through advertisement in the print and electronic media, exhibitions, trade fairs, demonstrations and investment fora among others
• To organize technology transfer training workshops and capacity building for stakeholders – youth, women, practising and prospective entrepreneurs, retirees, etc
• To generate market driven research through interactive with the organized private sector (OPS)
• To conduct needs assessment, adoption and market studies
• To offer consultancy and business advisory services to investors and prospective investors.
• To facilitate technical assistance and adoption of FIIRO technologies by the private and public sectors
• Technologies being transferred for Commercialization.

Currently, the Division transfers the following technologies to practicing and prospecting entrepreneurs including retireesCassava Flour production

• Instant Pounded Yam Flour production
• Bread and Confectionery Baking (including soy snacks)
• Fufu flour production from Cassava
• Edible Mushroom production
• Plantain Flour Production
• Beans flour Production
• Fruit Juices Extraction from Nigerian Fruits
• Zobo Drink production and preservation
• Palm Wine Bottling and preservation
• Smoked Fish production
• Cassava Starch production
• Kunu Drinks production and preservation
• Essential Oil Extraction from (Lemon grass, Eucalyptus and Citronella Leaves)
• Electroplating and Plug Refurbishing
• Cassava Chips production
• Laundry soap production
• Toilet Cleanser production
• Mechanized Gari Production
• Black Soap Production
• Body and Hair pomade
• Computer Appreciation Training.

SOME CORPORATE BENEFICIARIES OF FIIRO’S R&D RESULTS AND SERVICES

·        National Steel Commission Jos, Plateau State

·        Glaxo Welcome PLC, Agbara, Ogun State

·        Nigerian Grains Production Company Kaduna, Kaduna State

·        Tate and Lyle Limited, Ikorodu Road, Lagos

·        Lisabi Mills Limited, Ikorodu Lagos

·        Bukingham Limited, Apapa Lagos

·        International Breweries Limited, Ilesha Osun State

·        North Breweries Limited, Jos, Plateau State

·        Texagric (Texaco Nigeria) Limited, Lagos

·        Unilever PLC, Dockyard Road, Apapa, Lagos

·        Doyin Group of Companies, Lagos

·        Mainspring Ventures Ltd., Lagos

·        Spectra Nigeria Ltd.

·        Ayo-Ola Food Ltd., Lagos

·        Farm Gate Nigeria Ltd., Lagos

·        Dlas Venture Palmgrove, Lagos Nig.

·        Dordavy Nig., Ltd. Lagos

·        Kennedy Joe Nig. Enterpries Onipanu Lagos Nig.,

·        Eddy and Bros new Idimu-Tuntun Lagos Nig.

·        Waham Food Ltd. Lagos

·        Doyin Investment Company Kwara State

·        Begg Foods Ltd Idiroko Village Ogun State

·        Supreme Fufu Powder

·        Beasdon International Ltd Gowon Est., Ipaja Lagos

·        Obasanjo Hodlings Owiwi Village Ogun State

·        Begg Foods Ltd Idiroko village Ogun State

·        Rose & Jacobs (Nig)., Ltd. Alimosho, Lagos

·        Na-Alla Investment Limited Ibafo Ogun State

·        Golden Lad Nig. Ltd Ikorodu Lagos

·        Industrial Nigeria Ltd.

·        World Market Ventures (Nig.) Ltd New Idimu Lagos

·        Oluremilekun Tayo Fadeyi Str., Iyana Ipaja

·        Chuis Farms Oko Afo Village Badagry

·        Tuntols Ventures Ikere Str., Isheri Olofin, Idimu Lagos

·        Oraseseniwo & Co. Nig. Ltd. Oloyede Est., Obada-Oko Abeokuta

·        Shobam Visions Ltd., Technology Incubation Centre Abeokuta

·        EFF & TEE Ventures Ltd Atilu Str., Gbagada Soluyi Lagos

·        Sunday Vincent Praise Vine Ind Nig. Ltd. Dutse Abuja

·        Derma Vera Concept Tech. Incubation Centre Warri Deltat state

·        Rite Bite Bakery & Confectioneries TIC Agege Lagos

·        WANDY Foods Ltd Block D1 TIC Agege Lagos

·        E&E Industries Ltd., TIC Water Board Rd., Warri Delta State

·        Bright Future Hope Enterprises Isheri Ijegun Lagos

·        Delayo Concept Nig. Ltd. Block C4, TIC Agege, Lagos

·        Ronny Ventures 13 Oke Str, Gbagada Lagos

·        Precious Cake Unit D5, TIC Agege Lagos

·        Bomol Abubakar Medium Security Prison, Kuje Abuja

·        Rels Olutobi Iyabo 12 Victorious Close, Victorious Est. Megida Ayobo

·        Abayomi Florence Morenike (Mrs) B1/100FH Est. Olomore Abeokuta

·        Mrs Olufemi Sobowale ST/1443B Felele Str., Ibadan Oyo State

·        Mrs Folasade Ola No. 1 Owonikoko Str., Off. Apata, Str., Shomolu Lagos.

·        Ashdeyem Ventures KM 3, Itele Rd., Ota Ogun State

·        Ronny Beverages Ltd., KM 4, LASU Isheri Expressway Igando Lagos

·        Alapako Gari Industry

·        Ben Odera Obi Unit C2 fruit incubation  centre Agege

·        Cristal Focus Nig. Ltd.,

·        Nuuga Royal Smoke Fish Nig., Ltd., A of 7 Agro Ventures, Lagoon Rd Igalu Oju Agemo, Ikorodu., Lagos.

·        Mrs. Bamikole Ajah

·        M. Adebayo

·        Mrs. Taiwo Igando

·        Mr. Gbolahan

·        Mr. Obaseki 

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CONTACT THE HEAD OF THE DIVISION

MR KAYODE SAKA

HND (Business Administration)

ND (Business Administration)

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 The project & process development division is one of the pioneer divisions in Project Development & Design Department with mandate on design, specification and development of process machinery and equipment and their integration into pilot plant for commercial production of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Intermediate & Finished raw materials and products. On the overall the division is set-up for the design, specification and setting up of micro pilot plants for demonstration & production of commercially acceptable industrial products. In achieving the mandate of PDD department, the division R & D activities cover development of optimized industrial process technologies, establish pilot/industrial process operations and their operational manuals in the areas of research listed below:

- Food and Agro-product (Machinery and Equipment)

- Chemical and Biochemical (Machinery and Equipment)

- Pilot Plant Integration and synchronizing.

- Pilot Plant Operation Research

Vision of the Division: 

The division is the central matrix for design, development & installation of pilot plant technologies in PDD and setting up Industrial Plant.

ON-GOING RESEARCH PROJECTS:

1· Rural fish & meat smoking kiln

2· New non – fermented weaning/baby food.

3· R & D of pilot plant production of Amylase & Gluco-Amylase by Fungi & Bacteria Process Technology (by submerged fermentation technology).

4· Rural technology for plantain & maize roasting.

5· Techno – Economics and exposition of process and pilot plant R&D results

Pilot plant engineering design, integration and installation of:

1· Industrial solvent extraction plants

2· Spray Dryer

3· Alcohol

4· Bio-ethanol

5· Yeast propagation

6· Palm oil refining plant

7· Ginger Oleoresin plant

8· M & E for enzymes

9· New non-fermented weaning/baby food formulation and production research to replace soy-ogi.

Design, Specification, Development / Fabrication of:

1· M & E for Dehumidified Air Dryer for vegetables & fleshy fruits

2· Local condiments (Ogirri/locust bean/Iru fermentor).

3· Liquid filling machine

4· Bottle washing machine

5· Aqua Quick Treat for production of portable water in very remote areas.

6· Carbonation System (Supervisory role).

7· Beniseed De-bitterer and De-hulling Machinery and Equipment.

Developed Available Technologies:

1· Commercial Laundry Soap machinery & equipment.

2· Commercial fish & meat smoking kilns.

3· Commercial condiment fermentor.

4· Commercial essential oil machinery & equipment.

5· Soy-ogi

6· Flash drier

7· Industrial & Pilot Ethanol production plant

8· Beniseed industrial processing plant (sweetened calcium concentrate and oil).

Contact the Division

Head, Project & Process Development Division

Dr. Olotu Olabisi Oluseyi

PhD Petroleum Engineering (Process Design & Equipment Development)

MPHIL, Petroleum Engineering (Process Design and Mathematical Modelling)

MSc,  Petroleum Engineering (Process Design and Mathematical Modelling)

B.Tech Chemical Engineering

Professional Bodies

- Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineer

- Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)

- Nigerian Society of Engineers

- Association of Professional Women in Engineering

- Project Management Professional

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     Brief on the Division

        It comprises two sections namely:

• Research and Statistics
• Planning and Budgeting

 VISION

 To be the foremost Division in achieving the vision of the Department

 MISSION

To facilitate and effectively coordinate Research and Development of FIIRO technologies through the deployment of project management processes

MANDATE

Strategic Planning for the Institute

Coordination of R & D Activities

Monitoring & Evaluation of Research Projects and other Non-Research Activities

Organization of FIIRO weekly Staff Seminars, including Invited Guest Seminars and FIIRO Distinguished Guest Lecture Series.

Completion of Questionnaires on FIIRO and its activities/achievements.

Contact the Deputy Director

Miss Likinyo Olubunmi Olufunke

B.Tech (Food Science & Technology)

Deputy Director, Planning Research and Statistics Division,

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The material development and metallurgy division forms an integral part of the project development and design department.  The core mandate of the division is research and development into materials as industrial intermediate as its rate to minerals processing, biodegradable and biomass and Foundry technology.

Vision of the Division

Utilization of the vast economic raw materials for the industrialization of the national economy.

Mission of the Division

Research and Development into material technology and beneficiation for local industries.

 ON GOING RESEARCH PROJECT:

- Development of a Biopolymer composite material for food packaging:  A Nano technology process.

- Development and production of Brake pad from Agro-waste.

- Development and production of Nano clay for material properties enhancement.

This Division is made up to three SECTIONS; namely:-

1. Foundry & Metallurgy

2. Material Processing/Ceramics

3. Electroplating

FOUNDRY & METALLURGY SECTION

This section carries out the following activities:-

1. Production of various patterns for spare parts.

2. Casting of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal spare parts

3. Casting of Aluminium, Copper, Zinc ingots

4. Various Heat treatment Operations

5. Mechanical and Metallographic analysis

6. Testing of Foundry properties of clay and sand

7. Support research activities in the Institute

8. Consultancy and Technical Services

9. Training of I.T. students

MATERIAL PROCESSING/CERAMICS

This section carries out the following activities:

1. Characterization of non-metallic minerals

2. Develop a beneficiation process for non-metallic minerals

3. Process and develop an intermediate chemicals from minerals raw materials

4. Develop and process minerals for ceramic glaze production ‘

5. Consultancy services

6. Training of I.T. students

ELECTROPLATING SECTION

Electroplating section provides material finishing to metals and equipment.  Hence, it covers the following:

1. Electroplating of metal spare parts using Nickel, Chromium, Zinc, Copper, Tin.

2. Plug refurbishing

3. Surfactant development for cleaning, derusting, degreasing

4. Analysis of electrolytes

5. Consultancy and Technical Services.

Contact the Head of the Division

Dr (Engr) Bankole, Lateef Kolawole

Deputy Director,  (PEDS)

PhD in Material Engineering

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering

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Professional Membership

Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)

FIIRO’s Works & Services Division is saddled with the responsibility of ensuring that the Institute’s facilities and equipment are in functionally sound state and serve their intended purposes within their economically viable life spans. To achieve its objectives, the division is administratively divided into the technical sections listed below, which are each supervised and headed by a CTO

Vision of the Division

To reposition the Works & Services Division to support and promote commercializable R & D activities in fulfilment of FIIRO’s mandate

 Mission of the Division

 (i) To ensure a very high standard of professionalism in the discharge of maintenance activities

 (ii) To provide an enabling environment for the conduct of Research and Development Activities

 (iii) To provide prompt, reliable and cost-effective service to staff, residents and clients

  Electrical Section

1. Servicing and operation of the Institute’s generators

2. Periodic and breakdown maintenance of the generators

3. Servicing and maintenance of air conditioners

4. Repair of faulty lightings, electrical and electronic equipment, electric motors, distribution boards, controllers

5. Supervision of electrical contractors

6. Operation of outdoor substations in the Institute

7. Servicing and maintenance of gas pipelines and gas-fired equipment

8. Installation of new wiring system

9. Installation new equipment and fittings

10.Work with R&D officers on electrical related aspects of their projects

Mechanical Section

1. Regular and periodic maintenance of mechanical equipment in the Institute

2. Repair of broken down mechanical equipment and facilities

3. Servicing and repair of pumps

4. Servicing and repair of pilot processing plants and equipment

5. Welding and fabrication of mechanical parts 

6. Operation of water sourcing and distribution system of the Institute

7. Servicing and repair of laboratories’ plumbing facilities

8. Maintenance and servicing of toilet facilities

Civil Section

1. Maintenance and up-keep of roof gutters

2. Repair and servicing of drains and roads

3. Maintenance of office furnishing items such as cabinets, chairs, tables, shelves, etc

4. Painting of buildings and offices

5. Supervision of landscaping and beautification of the Institute

6. Repair of leaking roofs

7. Repair and painting of perimeter fencing

8. Preparation of estimates for regular maintenance and preservation of Institute’s buildings

Computer Section

1. Repair and servicing of electronic equipment and facilities

2. Computer hardware maintenance

3. Record keeping of computer hard ware and accessories

 Telecoms

1. Maintenance and servicing of Public Address system

2. Operation and up-keep of Public Address system

3. Operation and servicing of Intercom and PABX

 Functions of the Division

Preventive and routine maintenance of equipment and facilities in line with installers and manufacturer’s manuals

Operation of equipment and facilities in accordance with standard engineering practice, and OEM’s manuals

Trouble shooting and clearing of faults following safe and international best practices  

Proper record keeping of equipment and facilities in the Institute

Provision of water, electricity, and communication services to support R & D activities and meet the needs of staff, organizations, residents and clients

Regular, periodic maintenance and servicing of generators, water boreholes, drainages, and housekeeping

Proper disposal of wastes, obsolete equipment and fumigation of workshops, laboratories and offices

Liaison with external service providers such EKEDC, equipment manufacturer’s representatives, vendors, consultants and contractors

Installation/ supervision of new and refurbished equipment and facilities

Provision of safety tools and hazard prevention facilities

Periodic reports on the activities of the division and seminar presentation

Any other duties, as directed by the DG/CEO and the management

On-going Projects

Rehabilitation of Pilot Plant III

Renovation of Akinrele Auditorium

Upgrading of the Institute’s Internal Electricity Distribution Network

Rehabilitation of the Institute’s Library

Re-roofing of the Institute’s Leaking Roofs

Enhancement of the Functional Integrity of the Institute’s Lightning Arresting System

Upgrading of the Institute’s ICT Facilities

Repair of the entire Institute’s Furniture Items in Bad Conditions

Upgrading of the Surveillance, Audio Visual Equipment in Akinrele Auditorium  

Contact the Division

Dr. Kalunta Felix Okwudiri

Head, (Works & Services Division)

PhD in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

B.Eng in Electrical Engineering

Professional Certificate: The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN Member)

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 The Fabrication Technology Division is one of the Divisions in the Project Development and Design (Engineering) Department of the Institute, and in fact, the backbone of the Department, with regards to the mandate of the Institute, in the area of development of equipment prototypes.  The Division also renders technical services to local industries, especially the SMEs.

Vision of the Division

 To be an outstanding Division in the Department, in the area of design and fabrication of equipment prototypes and high precision machine components in order to commercialise FIIRO’S R&D results and offer quality technical assistance to our local industries.

 Mission of the Division

To play a leading role in the country in the design and fabrication of high quality and efficient equipment prototypes, thereby conserving our foreign exchange, assisting the local SME’s to operate efficiently and making adequate contributions to the local content efforts of the Federal Government, in different sectors of the economy.

 The Division consists of the following three sections:

 (a) Design section, consisting of design engineers.

 (b) Fabrication section, consisting of technical officers, technician, and craftsmen

 (c) Machine shop, consisting of technical officers, technician, and craftsmen

   FUNCTIONS

 (a) Development and fabrication of equipment prototypes to commercialise FIIRO’s laboratory R&D results.

 (b) Design, fabrication, installation and commissioning of processing equipment and plants on demand, to assist our local industries.

 (c) Design and fabrication of spare parts for our local industries, as our contribution to the local content policy of the Federal Government.

 (d) Modification, adaptation, sourcing and upgrading of processing plants to assist the SME’s to ensure high productivity and efficiency.

 (e) Identifying, training and collaborating with local equipment fabricators to ensure standardization of locally – fabricated plants and equipment.

 (f) Collaborating with relevant Institutions like professional bodies, other Research Institutes, Universities, Polytechnics, State Government and relevant Federal Government Agencies to improve local capabilities in equipment design and manufacturing in Nigeria.

(g) Training and mentoring of Industrial Trainees from Technical Colleges, Polytechnics and Universities.

 (h) Organizing industrial study visits and training programmes for our staff to enhance productivity.

 (i) Participating in local and international seminars, workshops, conferences and exhibitions.

 (j) Engineering consultancy.

  ON – GOING RESEARCH PROJECTS

 (a) Design and fabrication of cowpea thresher and screener

 (b)  Design and fabrication of fruits and vegetables washer.

 (c)  Development of an improved solar dryer for fruits and vegetables.

 LIST OF RECENTLY COMPLETED PROJECTS

 1. Cassava Chipping Machine

 2. Pelletizer

 3. Cabinet tray dryer

 4. Cassava mash homogenizer

 5. Cassava mash stirrer

 6. Screen separator

 7. Gari fryer

 8. Plantain slicer

 9. Cowpea dehuller

 10. Low cost extruder

 11. Beniseed air cleaner

 12. Melon sheller

 13. Three -phase Electroplating Rectifier

 14. FIIRO’s arc welding equipment

 15. Sesame seed oil expeller

 16. Cassava peeling machine

 17. Cashew nut roaster

 18. Groundnut processing plant.

Contact the Division

Engr. Aremu Olaniyi Olateju

Head, (Fabrication Technology Division)

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Design & Production)

B.Eng (Mechanical Engineering)

Professional Membership

Registered Engineer, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)

Nigerian Society of Engineers   (M.N.S.E.) ------ (Corporate Member)

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