COMPANY PROFILE
Philippine-Japan Active Carbon Corporation (PJAC) is a manufacturing company specializing in the production of Activated Carbon from coconut shell charcoal. It is solely owned by Kowa Company, Ltd. Products are sold entirely for domestic and international clients.
The company was established in 1972 and is now in 52 years of service in the manufacturing and export of Activated Carbon Industry in Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines. As the pioneer in the manufacture of activated carbon in the Philippines, it is the first company granted by the government to operate at 100% Japanese capitalization. It has about 165 employees. The carbon is made based on the technology from Japanese technology.
Its charcoal source is from around Mindanao and parts of the Visayas. The islands in itself, aside from the ample power supply generated by hydroelectric and potential geothermal energy, is more than abundant with the raw material needed in the manufacture of activated carbon.
The plant is strategically located near the Davao International Wharf. Transit of products from plant to port is at a minimum time that ensures on-time delivery. Products are distributed worldwide.
PRODUCT
The company ensures that products are made from high quality coconut charcoal. The activated carbon is manufactured under strictly controlled atmosphere to have high adsorption performance.
A major percentage of products are produced for gold-recovery application. The plant also has the capability to produce acid or water washed products; pH of products can be adjusted readily according to specifications. Products can be obtained with low ash or low dust content. Special products such as Silver-impregnated activated carbon can likewise be produced.
QUALITY SYSTEM & PRODUCT CERTIFICATION
PJAC has established a customer-oriented Quality Management System that defines processes and sub-systems clearly understood and managed by qualified and competent personnel.
The company quality management system is documented and CERTIFIED in compliance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015. PJAC Activated Carbon for Drinking Water is certified to NSF Standard 61 and NSF Standard 42 (Acid-washed carbons only). All products are Halal certified.