SMEC, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- SMEC is a hybrid company manufacturing precision machine tools such as CNC lathes, machining centers, robots, and laser cutting machines. The company also operates in the ICT sector, developing information and communication equipment and smart factory solutions, integrating machinery with ICT.SMEC is a hybrid company manufacturing precision machine tools such as CNC lathes, machining centers, robots, and laser cutting machines. The company also operates in the ICT sector, developing information and communication equipment and smart factory solutions, integrating machinery with ICT.
- SMEC offers a diverse range of CNC lathes, including Gang Type CNC Turning Centers (PL 1300G, PL 1600G, PL 1600CG) and LM & Box Type CNC Turning Centers (PL-Series). Their Box Way Type Turning Centers (PL-Series, SL-Series, PL 30-80 Series) prioritize stable equipment operation and durability.SMEC offers a diverse range of CNC lathes, including Gang Type CNC Turning Centers (PL 1300G, PL 1600G, PL 1600CG) and LM & Box Type CNC Turning Centers (PL-Series). Their Box Way Type Turning Centers (PL-Series, SL-Series, PL 30-80 Series) prioritize stable equipment operation and durability.
- The company provides high-speed, high-precision machining solutions such as Vertical Machining Centers (MCV 4600, MCV 5700, MCV 5500, MCV 6700/6700L) and 5-axis machining centers (FTV 630). High-productivity Tapping Centers (SM 400DDH, LCV 400D) incorporate advanced technology suitable for mass production of automotive and IT components.The company provides high-speed, high-precision machining solutions such as Vertical Machining Centers (MCV 4600, MCV 5700, MCV 5500, MCV 6700/6700L) and 5-axis machining centers (FTV 630). High-productivity Tapping Centers (SM 400DDH, LCV 400D) incorporate advanced technology suitable for mass production of automotive and IT components.
- SMEC develops and supplies various robotic solutions, including industrial robots, LCD panel transfer robots, solar cell substrate handling robots, robotic beds for heavy ion therapy, multi-joint robots, and gantry automation.SMEC develops and supplies various robotic solutions, including industrial robots, LCD panel transfer robots, solar cell substrate handling robots, robotic beds for heavy ion therapy, multi-joint robots, and gantry automation.
- The ICT division offers information and communication equipment such as illegal eavesdropping detection systems, B-CDMA solutions, digital radio communication systems, IoT, next-gen military satellite communication systems, and WiFi AP controllers.The ICT division offers information and communication equipment such as illegal eavesdropping detection systems, B-CDMA solutions, digital radio communication systems, IoT, next-gen military satellite communication systems, and WiFi AP controllers.
- Through its Convergence Business Division, SMEC develops industrial IoT solutions, semiconductor equipment, and waste battery recycling process technologies, including the launch of AI-based battery inspection automation facilities.Through its Convergence Business Division, SMEC develops industrial IoT solutions, semiconductor equipment, and waste battery recycling process technologies, including the launch of AI-based battery inspection automation facilities.
- Continuous investment in R&D and technological innovation for over 20 years, expanding its proprietary technology domain. Possession of 68 patents across machine tools, ICT, and robotics, demonstrating strong technological competitiveness.Continuous investment in R&D and technological innovation for over 20 years, expanding its proprietary technology domain. Possession of 68 patents across machine tools, ICT, and robotics, demonstrating strong technological competitiveness.
- A patent for an internal cutting device applicable to CNC lathes enables complex internal machining without expensive machining centers, enhancing productivity. Patented technologies for automatic tool changers, including tool number display and reduced tool change cycles, significantly boost productivity in IT device manufacturing processes.A patent for an internal cutting device applicable to CNC lathes enables complex internal machining without expensive machining centers, enhancing productivity. Patented technologies for automatic tool changers, including tool number display and reduced tool change cycles, significantly boost productivity in IT device manufacturing processes.
- Patented control technologies for multi-spindle machine tools, synchronizing multiple spindles to shorten processing times and simultaneously machine objects of varying heights, ensuring increased efficiency.Patented control technologies for multi-spindle machine tools, synchronizing multiple spindles to shorten processing times and simultaneously machine objects of varying heights, ensuring increased efficiency.
- A hybrid business model combining machinery and ICT, providing advanced smart machines and smart factory solutions, represents a core strength.A hybrid business model combining machinery and ICT, providing advanced smart machines and smart factory solutions, represents a core strength.
- Establishment of overseas subsidiaries and dealer networks in regions like the US, Europe, and Asia, forming a solid foundation for global market expansion.Establishment of overseas subsidiaries and dealer networks in regions like the US, Europe, and Asia, forming a solid foundation for global market expansion.
- Recognition of its quality management system and technological prowess through certifications such as ISO9001, CE, ISO 14001, and selection as a World Class 300 company.Recognition of its quality management system and technological prowess through certifications such as ISO9001, CE, ISO 14001, and selection as a World Class 300 company.
- Automotive and IT component manufacturing industries.Automotive and IT component manufacturing industries.
- Mold and die processing industries.Mold and die processing industries.
- Precision component manufacturing for the aerospace industry.Precision component manufacturing for the aerospace industry.
- Semiconductor and display equipment industries.Semiconductor and display equipment industries.
- General industrial robotics and specialized robotics applications, such as robotic beds for heavy ion therapy.General industrial robotics and specialized robotics applications, such as robotic beds for heavy ion therapy.
- Smart factory construction and industrial IoT solution deployment.Smart factory construction and industrial IoT solution deployment.
- Waste battery recycling processes and AI-based battery inspection automation equipment markets.Waste battery recycling processes and AI-based battery inspection automation equipment markets.
- Manufacturing of precision components for the defense industry, including K1, K2 tanks, K9 self-propelled howitzers, K55 self-propelled howitzers, KFX fighter jets, and satellites.Manufacturing of precision components for the defense industry, including K1, K2 tanks, K9 self-propelled howitzers, K55 self-propelled howitzers, KFX fighter jets, and satellites.
- Africa-wideAfrica-wide
- Vietnam, Japan (EDR market), IndiaVietnam, Japan (EDR market), India
- Europe-wide, ItalyEurope-wide, Italy
- United States, Canada, MexicoUnited States, Canada, Mexico
- Oceania-wideOceania-wide
- South America-wideSouth America-wide
- The company holds 68 patents in machine tools, ICT, and robotics, demonstrating its technological prowess.The company holds 68 patents in machine tools, ICT, and robotics, demonstrating its technological prowess.
- Acquisition of a patent for an 'internal cutting device for machining' in May 2021, enhancing the machining efficiency of CNC lathes.Acquisition of a patent for an 'internal cutting device for machining' in May 2021, enhancing the machining efficiency of CNC lathes.
- Three patents obtained in April 2018 related to automatic tool changers in machine tools (tool number display, call, and exchange) and improved Arm-type ATC drive, leading to increased productivity.Three patents obtained in April 2018 related to automatic tool changers in machine tools (tool number display, call, and exchange) and improved Arm-type ATC drive, leading to increased productivity.
- Secured a patent for controlling multi-spindle machine tools in March 2017, and an additional patent in April 2019 incorporating a speed-enhancing control algorithm for multi-spindle control.Secured a patent for controlling multi-spindle machine tools in March 2017, and an additional patent in April 2019 incorporating a speed-enhancing control algorithm for multi-spindle control.
- A patent for belt pulley device robot technology developed in November 2013, strengthening its robotics capabilities.A patent for belt pulley device robot technology developed in November 2013, strengthening its robotics capabilities.
- Attainment of international quality and environmental management system certifications including ISO9001, CE, and ISO 14001.Attainment of international quality and environmental management system certifications including ISO9001, CE, and ISO 14001.
- External recognition of its technological and quality excellence, including the Single PPM Presidential Award in 2009 and selection as a World Class 300 company in 2018.External recognition of its technological and quality excellence, including the Single PPM Presidential Award in 2009 and selection as a World Class 300 company in 2018.
- Proof of global market competitiveness through awards such as the Million Dollar Export Tower in 2001, the $50 Million Export Tower in 2013, and the $70 Million Export Tower in 2015.Proof of global market competitiveness through awards such as the Million Dollar Export Tower in 2001, the $50 Million Export Tower in 2013, and the $70 Million Export Tower in 2015.