AGC Flat Glass Philippines, Inc. (AGC, a pioneer in the Philippine
flat glass manufacturing sector is aiming to create a bigger
impact in the local market this year with an unprecedented
move of labeling its flat glass products with a brand marking
visible to its customers and consumers.
The move is seen as a vehicle in distinguishing AGC products
from substandard flat glass products which have infiltrated
the domestic market. At the same time, through this technologically-advanced
glass marking system, the company is setting its sight on
supporting the government particularly the Department of Trade
and Industry (DTI) in curbing the proliferation of inferior
quality glass products through product traceability and identification.
Likewise, it is a realization of the thrust of the Glass Alliance
of the Philippines, Inc. (FGAPI) to promote quality and product
standards to the Filipino consumers.
Since November 2009, all float glass products manufactured
by the company are already marked with the AGC logo and a
corresponding security code, making it easier for the consumers
to differentiate. AGC Figured Glass products followed suit
with items produced starting March of this year bearing the
same marking.
AGC products conforms to the mandatory requirements of the
Philippine National Standards for Flat Glass (PNS 193:2005)
for which the company is licensed with a Philippine Standard
Mark (PS Mark).
AGC has been in the Philippine glass industry for more than
four decades. It manufactures and distributes architectural
glass products such as float glass and figured glass for construction,
automotive and other industries. Other products like mirrors,
coated glass, fire-resistance glass, tempered glass, laminated
glass, and double-glazed glass are likewise available as supported
by its worldwide network which includes USA, Belgium, Japan
and others.
The company has an ISO 9001:2000 certification quality management
system, an OHSAS 18001 certification for Occupational Health
and Safety and an ISO 14001:2004 certification for compliance
to its environmental management system.
With this development, AGC has once again solidified its status
as a leader in flat glass manufacturing segment in the country./PN
