Kent International Trading Co., Inc. (KITCI)
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A long history of honest work and reliable service
1976
The Founding of KITCI
KITCI began in 1976 in the Philippines when Edward Kawpeng opened a small trading company in Quiapo, Manila. His goal was simple. He wanted to bring dependable engineering materials into the country and support industries that needed reliable supplies. The company started by providing industrial gaskets and insulation products for different applications. These early steps shaped KITCI’s character and built the values of honest service, practical solutions, and work that helps people stay safe and efficient.
1980s–2000s
Growth of Product Offerings
As industries across the Philippines continued to grow, the needs of our clients expanded with them. KITCI gradually introduced more specialized materials to support modern construction and engineering work. This included raised flooring systems, passive fire protection materials, and advanced insulation products. Each new offering reflected our desire to give clients practical options that help improve safety and support smoother operations. By staying consistent, KITCI strengthened its reputation as a dependable partner for both industrial and architectural projects.
2015
Advancing Into Integrated Services
By 2015, the work naturally grew beyond supplying materials. Clients asked for more support, not just in choosing products but also in how those products were applied in their projects. KITCI began offering services such as the supply and installation of refractory systems for industrial facilities and architectural fit‑out work for commercial buildings. This development allowed us to guide clients through more phases of their projects, giving them support that felt complete, practical, and aligned with their needs.
2017–2022
Major Project Growth
In the following years, KITCI completed a wide range of projects across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors in the Philippines. These included acoustic insulation for large developments, cinema acoustic systems, raised flooring for industrial sites, and passive fire protection for high-rise buildings. Each project added to our experience and deepened our relationships with clients who valued consistent, steady work. This period showed the company’s growing capability and the trust partners placed in us.
Today
Your Infrastructure Solutions Provider
Today, after nearly fifty years of steady progress, KITCI continues to support industries in the Philippines with solutions for infrastructure protection, insulation systems, fire containment, refractory applications, and architectural fit‑outs. Our teams are trained to deliver dependable results, and we work closely with global suppliers to provide materials chosen for world-class performance and quality.
As we look to the future, we remain guided by the same principles that shaped our beginning. We focus on practical solutions, clear support, and helping clients build environments that are ready for the demands of everyday work.
Our Partnerships in Numbers
Global Partners
Commercial Sites
Industrial Sites
Where construction meets design
KITCI provides a wide range of products and services for infrastructure protection, insulation, and refractory system construction. With skilled teams and trusted global supply partners, we help turn your plans into real, reliable results.
Integrity
We stand by the values that guide our decisions and keep our work grounded and honest. We continue to learn through regular training, including programs abroad, so we can uphold the level of integrity our partners count on.
Competence
We’re a team of skilled professionals who work with care and precision from start to finish. Our expertise grows through regular training, including programs we attend overseas, helping us stay sharp and ready to apply practical, reliable solutions to every project.
Adaptability
Leave the troubleshooting to us. We’ll help simplify complex steps and guide you through every design challenge throughout the project lifecycle.
Innovation
KITCI explores better methods and smarter tools to keep project work clear, efficient, and moving forward. We draw from years of hands‑on experience to develop resourceful solutions that adapt to the needs of every project.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Certified Standard of Quality
Creating safer spaces,
the KITCI way.
Let's bring your designs to life!
We’ll walk you through the process and recommend safety and system efficiency solutions that fit your project.