Babel State Polman Lecturer Devotion, Technological Innovation to Increase Local Business Competitiveness
A group of Bangka Belitung State Manufacturing Polytechnic Lecturers and their team handed over a peanut grinding machine to a local business partner, Dimsum Siomay Mas Ali, as part of a community service program.
Bangka Belitung State Manufacturing Polytechnic (Polman Babel) carried out a community service program on Jalan Galunggung, Parit Padang, Sungailiat District, Bangka-Belitung, Wednesday (07/08/2024) a few days ago.
This program aims to increase productivity and community welfare through the use of technology that supports the development of local businesses.
This program was led by Lecturer Yudi Oktriadi, M.Eng., with team members consisting of students Muhammad Fadhil, Prabowo Agung Pribadi, Radittiansyah, technician Achmad Afriadi, S.S.T., and lecturers Masdani, M.T., and Husman, M.T.
As part of this initiative, the team handed over a peanut grinding machine to a local business partner in need.
When interviewed in his office on Monday (12/08/2024), Yudi Oktriadi, M.Eng., explained that this grinding machine is expected to increase production efficiency at Dimsum Siomay Mas Ali.
"This is not just about machines, but also about empowering local business partners to be more competitive in the market," he said.
The peanut grinding machine is capable of grinding 2.5 kg of peanuts in just 2 minutes. With this technology, it is hoped that production at Dimsum Siomay Mas Ali will increase significantly, which will ultimately increase the business's income.
Sudarli, owner of Dimsum Siomay Mas Ali, welcomed this initiative from Polman Babel. He revealed that the technological support provided was very meaningful for the development of his business.
"With this machine, we are optimistic that we can meet increasing market demand," said Sudarli.
This community service program also provides opportunities for Polman Babel students to gain practical experience in the field. Synergy between academics, technicians and business actors is the key to the success of this program, which is expected to have a positive impact on all parties involved.
