Monday, December 14, 2009

Go Green & Tronix Ebike Exceed Nov 2009 Awarding

On December 11, 2009, Innovatronix Inc has awarded two (2) Tronix Ebike Exceed to Norman Sison and Miriam College Environmental Science Institute.

Miriam College's Tronix Ebike Exceed was accepted by Ma. Teresa M. Olivia, Admin Officer of Environmental Science Institute.

The awarding was held at Innovatronix Inc new office, located in The Richdale, Sumulong Highway, Antipolo City.



Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Go Green & Tronix Ebike Exceed: Nov 2009 Awardees

We are pleased to announce the awardees for November 2009 for the Go Green and Ebikes Project of Innovatronix

2009 November Awardees
- Firefly Brigade, an organization promoting use of bikes in the city***
- Norman Sison, an advocate in green living and green technologies
- Miriam College (Environment Studies Institute) - educational institute for environmental protection and conservation

With over 50 applications from various organizations and individuals received for November 2009 cutoff alone, we will continuously select for the deserving individuals and organizations every month.

Congratulations! And watch for December 2009 awardees to be awarded on 1st week of January 2010.

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Update:
***Firefly Brigade applied for the program and declined the award thereafter

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Updates on Go Green Project



Updates:
- November 2009 awardees have been selected and will be announced soon
- We would like to emphasize that this project is for individuals and for non-profit/NGO organizations only
- Awardees will receive a formal letter for award notification
- Since awardees are limited to three (3) per month, applicants who were not selected on the current month, and upon evaluation that the organization is also deserving, will be automatically considered for next month's awarding and will receive a formal letter as their notification that their application is still active

For further questions, please contact:
Go Green and Ebikes Project
Ryan Untalan / Sheryll Francisco
Innovatronix Inc
T +63 2 645 1592
E gogreenebike@innovatronix.com

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Go Green and Tronix Ebike Exceed Project



36 units of Tronix Ebike Exceed will be given away for FREE!!!

For more information on this project, visit http://www.innovatronix.com/gogreenebike.asp

Monday, October 19, 2009

Electric bicycle promises fun and eco-friendly riding

From Manila Times, Oct 16, 2009 issue

Innovatronix Inc., a Filipino owned company producing electronic devices and other equipment, said it recently came up with another innovation that can serve as a travel partner for adventure junkies—the Tronix Ebike Exceed. The company billed its new product as “the next generation electric bicycle that is a hit among travel buffs.”

With 16-inch wheels, Innovatronix said the foldable electric bicycle can run up to 30kph and travel 30 kilometers on a full charge. It takes three to five hours to fully charge the bike’s battery, the company said, adding that the Ebike Exceed’s safety features include a headlight and taillights.

“We have come up with the Tronix Ebike Exceed for those who want to go out and have fun—they can explore the outdoors with ease because this bike is foldable and small enough to bring along during trips and leisure activities,” said Innovatronix Marketing Officer Ryan Untalan. “It can be placed in a small car’s trunk.
Storing it is also hassle-free because its dimension allows it to be kept even in tight spaces.”

Innovatronix said that another advantage of the Ebike Exceed is that it is environment-friendly because it uses a 300-watt, 24-volt battery-operated motor,

“For those who are looking for recreational products and who want to have a fun and healthier lifestyle, the Ebike Exceed will surely fit the bill,” Untalan said. “This product will surely surprise you with its convenience and durability—it’s your bring-anywhere-ebike.”

For inquiries, call 645-1592 and 645-6124. You may also log on to www.innovatronix.com or http://tronixebike.blogspot.com.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Tronix Ebike Exceed: Green Ebike for the Environment

Innovatronix Inc., a Filipino owned company producing electronics equipment and gadgets, has come up with the Tronix Ebike, a motor and pedal-driven bike that puts the “style and convenience” to biking.

Since the trend in travel is to go environment-friendly or going green, the use of bikes to tread a short distance or run errands greatly encouraged. Biking also has health benefits since this is form of exercise, which can ultimately benefit everyone.



The Tronix Ebike Exceed offers the biker an option to either use the motor drive for better speed or opt for pedal driving to sweat out those calories. It also has an increased torque, which makes it capable of driving on a slope.
To operate the motor drive, one just needs to push a button. "There’s no need for manual pedaling when the electronic controller in the back part of the bike is turned on. It is really less hassle. If in case you ran out of battery power, then you can always shift to pedal drive. It is that easy,” says Ryan Untalan, Innovatronix' Marketing Officer.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Tronix Ebike Exceed: Fun and Comfort


Biking is not only fun and comfortable but is also an effective way to create wonderful memories with one another since almost everyone –from young to old –can enjoy a bike round a park or within a village.

With the Innovatronix' Tronix Ebike Exceed - a motor and pedal-driven bike that puts the “style and convenience” to biking. On top of that, this folding ebike is portable and can be brought anywhere.

The Tronix Ebike Exceed offers the biker an option to either use the motor drive for better speed or opt for pedal driving to sweat out those calories.
The driver has the preference which one suits his or her needs. It also has an increased torque, which makes it capable of driving on a slope.

For more information, please visit the Tronix Ebike Exceed Webpage.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 7: Pila, Laguna



The town of Pila is a typical Philippine town during the Spanish occupation. This is what our towns and cities look like before modernization stepped in. A large plaza surrounded by stone houses also known as the bahay na bato.

Pila and adjacent towns along the shores of Laguna de Bay are considered by archaeologists as one of the oldest settlements in the Philippines. The community is one of three such concentrations of population known archaeologically to have been in place before A.D. 1000. Archaeologists recovered in Pinagbayanan potteries and artifacts that indicate considerable settlement in the area during the Late Tang Dynasty (900 A.D.). Archaeologists also recovered ancient horse bones ending the debate on whether the Spaniards brought them or not. The scientists were able to uncover Philippines’ oldest crematorium in the same area. It is worthwhile to note that the oldest Philippine document, the 900 A.D. Laguna Copperplate Inscription, mentioned Pila twice.

The National Historical Institute of the Philippines declared the town plaza and surrounding ancestral houses a National Historical Landmark on May 17, 2000. Two years later, on July 9, 2002, the Diocese of San Pablo proclaimed the parish church of San Antonio de Padua de Pila as the Diocesan Shrine of St. Anthony. According to Philippine historian, Dr. Luciano Santiago, it is the only town in the Philippines that is formally recognized as a historical site by both the church and the state.




Credits:
http://www.pinoytravelblog.com/roadtrip/576/the-historic-town-of-pila-laguna
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pila,_Laguna

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 6: Mabitac Church, Mabitac Laguna

Our Lady Of Candelaria (Mabitac Church)

The Mabitac Church stands mighty high atop its 126 stone steps.

Its façade is definitely old Spanish style but the interior is quite modern. Like most old churches, it has a belfry connected to the main church.

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 5: Lake Caliraya, Cavinti, Laguna



Caliraya is a manmade reservoir built in 1943 to supply water to the Caliraya Hydroelectric Plant. The deep waters of the lake and the strong, cold mountain breeze that blows from the Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges and the distant Mt. Banahaw, make Lake Caliraya an ideal place for sailing, windsurfing, fishing and other water sports. There are also campsites, a nearby Japanese garden, first-class resort facilities and Lake front communities surround the lake. For the avid golf fans, there are golf courses too.

http://www.cavinti.com/places.php

Related Posts:
Pit Stop #4, Part 4: Japanese Garden, Cavinti Laguna

Saturday, August 29, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 4: Japanese Garden, Cavinti, Laguna Province



The Japanese Garden is a shrine created by Philippine-Japan Friendship Society in memory of the Japanese soldiers who died during the encounter between the Japanese and Filipino-American troops at the close of World War II.

Also to symbolize the amity and friendship that exist between the Philippines and Japan.

There are picnic huts on the lower level of the garden where visitors can sit and enjoy a snack.



This beautiful garden is located at Brgy. Kanluran Talaongan, Cavinti Laguna
Credits: http://www.cavinti.com/places.php

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 3: Paete Church, Laguna Province



St. James The Apostle Church (Paete Church)


Like many of the churches in the province, the Paete Church was built during the early Spanish period. But the novelty of this church lies in the fact that all the religious images found here were carved and/or painted by the residents of Paete long ago.

The intricate baroque altar is a monument to their woodcarving industry and the walls of the church boast of large murals done by Jose Dans (19th Century), a true son of Paete who used color pigments mixed with pulverized volcanic ash and brushes fashioned from cat’s hair. Although the church has been recently renovated, and the construction materials are not like the original, the designs remain mainly the same.

Credits:
http://www.laguna.gov.ph/touristframe.htm

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 2: Wood Carvers of Paete, Laguna Province

Paete’s Woodcarvers, Paete Laguna

There is a proliferation of woodcarving ranging from small to large scale. Practically all the town folks are involved in this business, either as factory workers or owners – a tradition that has been passed on from generation. The artistic ingenuity of Paete reputedly dates back to the pre-Spanish period, during which, the artists created mostly religious articles.




Skillful artisans patiently fashion lanite, amlang, kamagong, lauan, acacia and santol wood into world-class miniature décor items. The old creations of Paete are among the most valued antiques today. At present, Paete’s artists carve not only religious figures but also genre masterpieces, furniture and just about anything imaginable. The hard work that each Paete artist devotes to his craft indeed puts meaning to the words “made in Paete”.

Credits:
http://www.laguna.gov.ph/touristframe.htm

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Pit Stop #4 Part 1: Pakil Church, Laguna Province

Pakil Church, Laguna Province





Built in 1767 as San Pedro De Alcantara Church.
Enshrined in this church is the statue of the 'Virgin Mary named Nuestra Senora de los Dolores de Turumba', or Our Lady of Sorrows of Turumba.

Completed in 1767 after 35 years of construction, the architectural design of the Pedro de Alcantara Parish Church is reminiscent of the Corinthian and Ionic styles. In 1788, the Virgin of Turumba was enshrined in this church. Through the years, the church has survived great calamities. Along with the rectory, it was burned in 1851 but was repaired the same year; it survived two earthquakes, one in 1881 and the other in 1937. Now, the church is a major attraction of the area. 14 icons grace its main altar with the Archangel Michael towering above the others. Each icon is housed in an elaborately carved niche. This old Franciscan church also houses an authentic painting of Jose Dans (19th Century), a painter from Paete. Although the interior of the church has been renovated recently, the design of the church remains basically the same.

Its belfry four small bells and one huge bell, which are rung daily at 12:00 noon and 6:00 p.m.

How to get to Pakil Church in Laguna:
Use the national highway (Manila East Road)
Pass by Paete town center (Quesada st. from Plaza Edesan, Paete Church, town plaza,
Paete Municipal Hall (munisipyo) and public market
Right turn on Manila East road going to Pakil.
You may encounter difficulty looking
for parking space for your car in Pakil due to narrow streets and many
people flocking to the place.

Credits:
http://www.waypoints.ph/detail_gen.php?wpt=pakilc
http://www.backpackingphilippines.com/2009/04/pakil-turumba-fiesta-schedule-laguna.html

Friday, August 14, 2009

Tronix Ebike Exceed at SM Megamall

Visit the Tronix Ebike Exceed exhibit at Bldg A, 1st Floor, SM Megamall from August 13-16, 2009.


Image courtesy of Manila Daily Photo

Friday, August 7, 2009

Thursday, July 30, 2009

Get up and drive!

Tronix Ebike Exceed: Fits even on small cars

This smaller and foldable version of the phenomenal Ebike developed also by Innovatronix is easy to bring during biking trips and other travels.

With the Ebike Exceed, bikers can go biking with double the excitement and convenience. They can pursue wholesome outdoor recreation, or enjoy a leisure time even within the comforts of their neighborhood.

“We have come up with the Tronix Ebike Exceed for those who want to go out and have fun – they can explore the outdoors with ease because this bike is foldable and small enough to bring along during trips and leisure activities,” said Ryan Untalan, Marketing Officer of Innovatronix.



“It can be placed in a small car’s trunk. Storing it is also hassle-free because its small dimension allows it to be kept even in tight spaces.”

With the Ebike Exceed, people can pursue their travel plans and be assured of a truly exciting and memorable journey. It can be packed in the trunk of a car, and upon reaching a destination, the travelers can hop on their ebikes and go around the area and discover the secrets of the place on their own.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Monday, July 20, 2009

Discover hidden travel spots on ebikes

Modern day travelers have come a long way – literally. Before, tourists are packed in one bus and follow a pre-arranged itinerary in one whole day. Pre-set stops and schedules rule out chances for more interaction with the locals and other personal experiences.

Today, travelers have learned to explore on their own, mapping out longer trails with the help of friends’ and locals’ advice, along with the buzz word on blogs and in the Internet. With such unlimited options, they get to enjoy the benefits and flavors of a new place – the essence of travel.

This also explains the popularity of walking tours, and more recently bike tours. On bikes, tourists get to travel in comfort and at a leisurely pace, while reaping new and exciting experiences during their trip. Plus, it’s more affordable too while providing a physical activity or workout that fitness buffs enjoy immensely.

Innovatronix Inc., a Filipino owned company producing electronics and other equipment, recently came up with another innovation that can serve as a travel partner for adventure junkies the Tronix Ebike Exceed: the next generation electric bicycle that is a hit among travel buffs.

With a 16” wheel diameter, this foldable electric bicycle can run up to 30kph and up to 20 kms on a full charge.

This smaller and foldable version of the phenomenal Ebike developed also by Innovatronix is easy to bring during biking trips and other travels.

With the Ebike Exceed, bikers can go biking with double the excitement and convenience. They can pursue wholesome outdoor recreation, or enjoy a leisure time even within the comforts of their neighborhood.

“We have come up with the Tronix Ebike Exceed for those who want to go out and have fun – they can explore the outdoors with ease because this bike is foldable and small enough to bring along during trips and leisure activities,” said Ryan Untalan, Marketing Officer of Innovatronix.

“It can be placed in a small car’s trunk. Storing it is also hassle-free because its small dimension allows it to be kept even in tight spaces.”



With the Ebike Exceed, people can pursue their travel plans and be assured of a truly exciting and memorable journey. It can be packed in the trunk of a car, and upon reaching a destination, the travelers can hop on their ebikes and go around the area and discover the secrets of the place on their own.

You can go to Vigan in Ilocos Sur where you can tread through the historic Heritage Village, observe burnay-making, see tigers in Baluarte, and eat yummy empanadas.

(Visit previous post: Vigan, Ilocos Sur)


Another is a 4x4 off-road adventure in Mt. Tapulao in Zambales, where they can disembark from their vehicle to commune closer with nature while being challenged by the mountain terrain.



Another advantage of the Ebike Exceed is that it is environment-friendly, since it uses a 300W and 24V battery-operated motor to run efficiently unlike motor vehicles that emit harmful pollutants in the atmosphere.

With only three to five hours’ charging time, users can hop on the Ebike Exceed and enjoy biking anytime, anywhere.

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Cityscapes #3: Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan City

Greenhills Shopping Center is one of the Philippines' premier shopping, entertainment, and dining destination - with over 2,000 stores in a unique indoor/outdoor environment.

Located along Ortigas Avenue, San Juan City, Greenhills Shopping Center is a worthwhile destination in itself for visitors and residents alike.

Visit GSC website: Greenhills Shopping Center

Watch Tronix Ebike Exceed stroll over some parts of the Greenhills Shopping Center:

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Cityscapes #2: Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines

Rizal Park is situated in the heart of the city of Manila, Philippines. It is at the northern end of Roxas Boulevard, overlooking Manila Bay.



Rizal Monument, Rizal Park, Manila


Rizal Park's history began in the early 1700s during the Spanish rule. While Manila's social and business activities were confined within Intramuros, a small area just south of the walls was cleared to prevent sneak attacks from the patriotic natives. The area was shaped like a small moon (lunette) and thus was named Luneta. The Park was also called Bagumbayan (English: New Town) in Spanish colonial era, and later known as Luneta.

Luneta has been the site of some of the most significant moments in Philippine history . Among them are the execution of José Rizal on December 30, 1896, whose martyred death made him a hero of the Philippine Revolution. (It was officially renamed Rizal Park in tribute to him.); the Declaration of Philippine Independence from American rule on June 4, 1946; and the political rallies of Ferdinand Marcos and Corazon Aquino in 1986.



The monument also serves as the point of origin or Kilometre Zero to all other cities in the Philippines.

Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rizal_Park

Strolling Rizal Park