DE&T, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- A prominent position as a specialized manufacturer of display, semiconductor, and automotive electronic component production equipment. Business diversification through the development of secondary battery laser notching equipment. Strategic plans for expansion into new ventures such as hydrogen fuel cells, aerospace, beauty, and AI data center cooling. Completion of a name change to 'APS Innovation' in March 2026.A prominent position as a specialized manufacturer of display, semiconductor, and automotive electronic component production equipment. Business diversification through the development of secondary battery laser notching equipment. Strategic plans for expansion into new ventures such as hydrogen fuel cells, aerospace, beauty, and AI data center cooling. Completion of a name change to 'APS Innovation' in March 2026.
- A diverse portfolio of inspection and process equipment in the display sector, including VAP, AP, Array Tester, ELA Auto Macro, Aging Tester, Macro, Micro, and Cell/Module Sorter.A diverse portfolio of inspection and process equipment in the display sector, including VAP, AP, Array Tester, ELA Auto Macro, Aging Tester, Macro, Micro, and Cell/Module Sorter.
- The Cell/Module Sorter's capabilities for automatic/manual feeding of OLED cells, classification of inspection results, and discharge. Support for adjustable cell sizes from 1 to 10 inches and a tact time of 4.0 Sec/Cell. Versatility in applying to both rigid and flexible panels.The Cell/Module Sorter's capabilities for automatic/manual feeding of OLED cells, classification of inspection results, and discharge. Support for adjustable cell sizes from 1 to 10 inches and a tact time of 4.0 Sec/Cell. Versatility in applying to both rigid and flexible panels.
- The Array Tester as equipment for precise alignment of TFT Array Patterned Glass using a camera and contact with a Probe Unit to verify array pattern defects. Inspection Cell Sizes from 4.5G to 6G and a precise panel alignment accuracy of ± 3㎛.The Array Tester as equipment for precise alignment of TFT Array Patterned Glass using a camera and contact with a Probe Unit to verify array pattern defects. Inspection Cell Sizes from 4.5G to 6G and a precise panel alignment accuracy of ± 3㎛.
- The Probe Unit as a test unit for identifying issues during panel illumination, featuring visual inspection capabilities and Full Contact (COF) method application. Proprietary patent registration and support for a minimum pin width of 15㎛.The Probe Unit as a test unit for identifying issues during panel illumination, featuring visual inspection capabilities and Full Contact (COF) method application. Proprietary patent registration and support for a minimum pin width of 15㎛.
- The world's sole mass production and supply of dedicated laser notching equipment for both cathode and anode in the secondary battery equipment sector.The world's sole mass production and supply of dedicated laser notching equipment for both cathode and anode in the secondary battery equipment sector.
- Laser notching technology as a laser-based method for precise tab shaping on electrode plates, offering revolutionary improvements in production speed and precision compared to conventional press methods.Laser notching technology as a laser-based method for precise tab shaping on electrode plates, offering revolutionary improvements in production speed and precision compared to conventional press methods.
- Other key product lines including automation equipment for automotive electronic component production, Laser Bonder, and Vision Inspection System.Other key product lines including automation equipment for automotive electronic component production, Laser Bonder, and Vision Inspection System.
- Future growth drivers with expansion plans into hydrogen fuel cells, aircraft parts, beauty, CFRP-based unmanned aerial vehicles, and AI data center cooling-related businesses.Future growth drivers with expansion plans into hydrogen fuel cells, aircraft parts, beauty, CFRP-based unmanned aerial vehicles, and AI data center cooling-related businesses.
- Successful localization of semiconductor and display inspection equipment and continuous R&D efforts, securing global competitiveness against other equipment manufacturers.Successful localization of semiconductor and display inspection equipment and continuous R&D efforts, securing global competitiveness against other equipment manufacturers.
- A unique technological position in the secondary battery industry, being the world's sole mass supplier of dedicated laser notching equipment for both cathode and anode.A unique technological position in the secondary battery industry, being the world's sole mass supplier of dedicated laser notching equipment for both cathode and anode.
- The superior laser notching technology, offering revolutionary enhancements in production speed and precision compared to traditional press methods.The superior laser notching technology, offering revolutionary enhancements in production speed and precision compared to traditional press methods.
- Successful business diversification efforts, expanding beyond display, semiconductor, and automotive electronic components into secondary batteries, hydrogen, aerospace, and beauty.Successful business diversification efforts, expanding beyond display, semiconductor, and automotive electronic components into secondary batteries, hydrogen, aerospace, and beauty.
- Advancement of laser precision control technology, validated through laser notching equipment, and the development of laser slitting equipment, strengthening technological leadership.Advancement of laser precision control technology, validated through laser notching equipment, and the development of laser slitting equipment, strengthening technological leadership.
- Recognition for advanced technological capabilities through numerous domestic and international patent applications and participation in government-led R&D projects.Recognition for advanced technological capabilities through numerous domestic and international patent applications and participation in government-led R&D projects.
- The ability to develop customized products reflecting client requirements and specifications, alongside cost reduction efforts for enhanced price competitiveness.The ability to develop customized products reflecting client requirements and specifications, alongside cost reduction efforts for enhanced price competitiveness.
- A focus on developing FPD manufacturing-related equipment and modules, supplying essential manufacturing equipment and components to the domestic display industry.A focus on developing FPD manufacturing-related equipment and modules, supplying essential manufacturing equipment and components to the domestic display industry.
- Inspection and manufacturing processes in the display industry (LCD, OLED, FPD).Inspection and manufacturing processes in the display industry (LCD, OLED, FPD).
- Equipment and component manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.Equipment and component manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.
- Electrode processes and manufacturing equipment in the secondary battery industry (lithium-ion batteries, solid-state batteries, sodium-ion batteries).Electrode processes and manufacturing equipment in the secondary battery industry (lithium-ion batteries, solid-state batteries, sodium-ion batteries).
- Automated production facilities in the automotive electronic components industry.Automated production facilities in the automotive electronic components industry.
- Equipment development and production in the IT industry.Equipment development and production in the IT industry.
- Expansion into future growth sectors including hydrogen fuel cells, aircraft parts, beauty, CFRP-based unmanned aerial vehicles, and AI data center cooling-related industries.Expansion into future growth sectors including hydrogen fuel cells, aircraft parts, beauty, CFRP-based unmanned aerial vehicles, and AI data center cooling-related industries.
- Entry into the Chinese market with PDP Prober supply and broader international market expansion.Entry into the Chinese market with PDP Prober supply and broader international market expansion.
- Anticipated growth in the equipment market due to increasing battery production capacity in Europe.Anticipated growth in the equipment market due to increasing battery production capacity in Europe.
- North American market entry through a supply contract with Ultium Cells and the establishment of a US subsidiary (DE&T US INC.).North American market entry through a supply contract with Ultium Cells and the establishment of a US subsidiary (DE&T US INC.).
- Possession of 65 domestic registered patents and 43 international registered patents (as of 2013).Possession of 65 domestic registered patents and 43 international registered patents (as of 2013).
- Ownership of patents related to laser notching equipment and proprietary patent registration for Probe Unit.Ownership of patents related to laser notching equipment and proprietary patent registration for Probe Unit.
- Numerous domestic and international patent applications resulting from R&D through industry-academia cooperation and an affiliated research institute.Numerous domestic and international patent applications resulting from R&D through industry-academia cooperation and an affiliated research institute.
- A history of performing national R&D projects related to metal 3D printers, machine learning, and 5-axis plant-type metal 3D printers.A history of performing national R&D projects related to metal 3D printers, machine learning, and 5-axis plant-type metal 3D printers.
- Recipient of the '70 Million Dollar Export Tower' award on the 54th Trade Day in 2017.Recipient of the '70 Million Dollar Export Tower' award on the 54th Trade Day in 2017.
- Awarded 'Venture 100 Billion Company' by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups in 2018.Awarded 'Venture 100 Billion Company' by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups in 2018.