Lepanto Ceramics, Inc. (LCI) (formerly known as Guoco Ceramics, Inc.) was established on April 23, 1990 and has become a top manufacturer of ceramic floor and wall tiles for residential, commercial and industrial projects in the country, carrying the brand Lepanto Tiles. LCI has become synonymous with exceptional quality in product, design, integrity, service and continued innovation.
It started commercial production of single-fired floor tiles in 1991 and wall tiles in 1993. In 1996, accompanying tiles such as listellis, accents and inserts were added to complement the floor and wall tiles.
Hundreds of product lines are available in the market today, available in the domestic market through a network of over three hundred (300) national and regional distributors/dealers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
The Bureau of Product Standards under the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry awarded the PS Mark to Lepanto Tiles. The PS Quality and Safety Mark assures consumers that these products conform to specific Philippine and international tile quality standards.
The People Behind LCI
The sales and marketing team of LCI is taking bold steps to continue to make LCI the leading manufacturer of ceramic tiles in the country. Sales and marketing support are extended to all dealers and outlets nationwide. Intensive training programs are provided for all employees to ensure the best service. Day after day the group reaffirms its commitment to produce high quality ceramic tiles with a full selection of designs.
The Product
From the raw materials to the finished surfaces, the superior quality of Lepanto Tiles comes from a thorough control of all stages in the production cycle. Baked at extreme temperatures, ceramic tile is a product that comes from the most traditional and efficient of production methods – kiln firing. Consequently, LCI is able to offer a wide selection of designs and choice of textures and colors.
Within the range of Lepanto products, one can find materials whose characteristics can suit any foot traffic, weather and safety conditions without sacrificing design requirements.
The Process
Strength through innovationTo obtain tiles that provide outstanding performance, under the harshest conditions, LCI uses only selected raw materials and state-of-the-art technologies.
LCI’s Commitment
LCI’s product line is constantly being refined to keep pace with the latest technology and its color palette reflects current trends in interior surfacing materials. That is LCI’s way of making sure aesthetics is not compromised for quality or vice versa.
LCI’s entire collection offers a timeless palette of whites, neutrals, mid-tones and deep tones to create the look its clients want, offering different textures and finish.
The manufacturing plant of LCI is located on a 14.3 hectare company-owned property within the industrial zone of Calamba, Laguna. This ensures a steady and consistent supply of tile designs of choice of its clients.
Lepanto Tiles are exclusively distributed by Orion Maxis Inc. (OMI), a subsidiary of POPI.
Contact Information:
- Lepanto Ceramics, Inc.
- Km. 54 Bo. Makiling, Calamba City, Laguna
- Tel. No. (049) 502 1868
- (049) 502 2449
- (049) 502 4012
- Fax No. (632) 251 0021