The KGS Group has a business track record of 70 years and for over 25 years, KGS Philippines Corporation has been supplying highly reliable Braille Cells with equivalent to 400 Thousand characters each year to the United Stated of America and other welfare-advanced countries. Its high reliability is demonstrated by its 70% market share worldwide
The past and future of walking with visually impaired people
Braille Display unit
with Braille Cells
with the World’s
Top
Market
Share.
High-quality Braille Cells
have been specifically designed to reduce reading fatigue
Complete
User Support
We, the KGS Group, was founded in 1953 and KGS Philippines Corporation was established in 1995 as the main factory for braille cells. This year’s 4th quarter, We will commence a braille display project to support visually impaired people in the Philippines.
KGS (Japan) established in Minato-ku, Tokyo.
Mainly engaged in manufacturing parts for communication equipment.
KGS Philippines was established in Cebu
Company achieved a major milestone with its PEZA Registration as a 'Registered Enterprise'
from Mactan Ecozone 2, Lapu-Lapu City.
Started exporting Braille Cells to Europe and America
We supply our products to Europe and America which are growing along with digitalization.
Obtained ISO 9002:1994 Certification for Quality Management System
Mass production of Braille cells (SC11) begins.
This is the most commonly used type of Braille cell at present. There are currently 7 types with minor changes to this type.
Obtained ISO 9001:2000 Certification for Quality Management System
Obtained ISO 14001:2004 Certification. In addition to Quality Management System,
we incorporate environmentally friendly manufacturing processes into our policies.
Start of Mass production of Braille labeler (BL1000). This is the origin of “LINK” model.
JICA conducted "Feasibility Study on Education and Employment Support for Blind Children Using Braille Mobile Terminals" project targeting the Philippines.
Collaboration with Cebu City LGU thru the City’s Public Library by establishing Braille Section inside the library to improve their services for their Blind constituents.
Collaboration with Mandaue City LGU thru the City’s Public Library and the SPED School to improve their services for their Blind constituents and students who are attending inclusive education.
Increased capital, relocated to MEZ, and started sales activities in the Philippines.
Collaboration with Quezon City LGU thru PDAO-QC and National Vocational Rehabilitation Center to improve their educational system and services for the Blind Students in the City.
We adhere to various standards including ISO certification.
