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[INQ. NO. 2608M07] WFN CO., LTD. is a company established in 2008, specializing in manufacturing customized flanges and forged heat exchanger parts, including tubesheets and baffles.WFN manufactures flanges and forged parts in various shapes and sizes that are required in various industries such as oil & gas, offshore, plants, and ships.

Flanges
Flanges are parts used to connect or support pipes, valves, and pumps in machines or structures. They can be manufactured with various materials such as carbon and stainless steel.

Tubesheets
Tubesheets are parts used in heat-exchanger equipment, and serve the purpose of fixing tubes. They can also be manufactured with various materials such as carbon, stainless steel, and duplex.
“We are currently exporting to many countries in Asia, North America, the Middle East, Europe, and Oceania, and we will continue to achieve sustainable growth through new market development and innovation in the global market,” the company’s CEO pointed out.


 
 
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Control Valves

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[INQ. NO. 2608M06] KOPECS Co., Ltd. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing high-temperature and high-pressure control valves.
KOPECS provides customized total engineering solutions based on its rich experience and technological prowess in the fields of steelmaking, power generation, gas and oil refining, petrochemicals, environment, and water treatment. KOPEC is currently continuously expanding its export market through the development of new products.
KOPECS’ control valves, as its flagship products, automatically control the flow of fluids such as liquid, gas, and steam in factories or plants (including power plants, oil refineries, chemical plants, etc.). The control valves receive signals from sensors and controllers (PLC, DCS) through an automatic control system, and adjust the valve opening to maintain the process conditions at the desired level.

“As one of the leading control valve companies in Korea, KOPECS will also focus on environmental protection issues and, in the future, will strive to meet customers’ needs by advancing special valves, providing high-value services, and maintaining high technical expertise and competitive pricing, thereby earning customers’ trust,” explained the company’s CEO.

 
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AI Concierge Robot

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[INQ. NO. 2608M05] Until just a few years ago, robots merely repeated uniform movements based on input from operators. However, with the rapid advancement of generative AI and on-device AI technologies, robots are now capable of interacting with users.
INTEGRIT, through participation in K-Display 2026 held at COEX in Seoul, exhibited Platy, a product that combines autonomous driving robots with display-based media.
According to INTEGRIT, the Platy series is a high-performance AI concierge robot utilizing the AirPath on-device AI platform built on the Qualcomm Dragonwing A1 chipset.
Platy can understand its surroundings quickly and safely by utilizing various sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and ultrasound ‒ and it can be used for public facility guidance and advertising by attaching high-brightness LED signage displays to both sides.
“In the case of Platy placed in department stores, AI identifies the gender or age group of a person captured by a sensor, analyzes the user’s characteristics to recommend suitable products, and provides guidance through a display. In addition to simple product advertising, public information services can also be provided through Platy,” remarked a spokesperson for the company.
INTEGRIT is a deep-tech company pioneering on-device AI and robotics platforms, where intelligence meets physical interaction.


 
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Non-Contact Dry Cleaning System

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[INQ. NO. 2608M04] Removing fine foreign particles is a critical task that determines yield in display- and battery-manufacturing processes.
As processes advance ‒ such as larger panels and the realization of high resolution ‒ the importance of particle-removal equipment has grown. In this context, Korea’s AF ONE CO., LTD. has presented a non-contact dry cleaning system developed in-house.
AF ONE participated in K-Display 2026, recently held at COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, and demonstrated its proprietary cleaning brand, BUSC. This system is designed for a non-contact method that eliminates physical friction with the substrate.
The company’s CEO explained, “Unlike the ultrasonic or whirling methods primarily adopted by existing overseas equipment, we have improved cleaning performance by independently developing a ‘blow-up’ method that compresses internal air and sprays it through dual nozzles.”
A specially designed head shoots gas to detach foreign particles, while a controller sucks them in to prevent particle scattering. The CEO added, “We implemented a system through fluid analysis so that foreign substances are immediately sucked in without being blown away, even when air is blown downwards.”
The system can be customized for various shapes, including flat substrates, 4D curved surfaces, roll-to-roll surfaces, and metal masks.


 
 
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Dual Parallel-link Robot Arm

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[INQ. NO. 2608M03] While semiconductors and displays use silicon and glass, respectively, as substrates, they share a common characteristic: they involve the repetition of complex etching and coating processes in a vacuum.
Consequently, robots deployed in these processes require high precision and fast operational performance.
T-ROBOTICS, a company specializing in robotics, exhibited a dual parallel-link robot arm reflecting market demands at K-Display 2026.
This product, which also won the nation’s Minister’s Award at the K-Display Awards held in conjunction with the exhibition, fundamentally eliminates arm sagging and vibration. This enables precise and rapid transportation of objects weighing up to 240 kg even in high-temperature environments of up to 500°C and high vacuum conditions.
In particular, it was designed with a minimized turning radius to reduce the space required for installation at manufacturing sites, and it incorporates sealing technology to maintain the vacuum environment ‒ as well as outgassing suppression technology to prevent the release of minute gases.

A spokesperson for the company explained, “Inside the chambers where display processing takes place, there are environmental factors that are difficult to manage, including toxic gases. Our technology’s outstanding feature is that it rapidly moves substrates through very narrow doorways using only the robot’s fingers.”
According to the company, by applying dual parallel link technology, fluctuations can be reduced by half even when the same force is applied. The length of the robot arm can be adjusted from 3 to 7 meters, depending on the size of the robot.
T-ROBOTICS was originally a company that developed vacuum robots for semiconductors, and it began manufacturing display robots in 2007 as well, currently holding 10 domestic and 33 international patents.
Currently, there are three companies worldwide that produce display-related robots, including T-ROBOTICS, a company that remains strong in the fields of Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). T-ROBOTICS plans to continue targeting areas where other companies are strong in the future.
 
 
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Korea Showing Noteworthy Export Performance

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Pioneering New Potential Markets with Competitive Items
 

South Korea’s exports in July totaled $98.89 billion, which is a significant 62.8% increase compared to the same period last year.
This marks the second-highest monthly figure on record for Korea, following the $102.25 billion recorded in June. The trade balance, calculated by subtracting imports from exports, recorded a surplus of $30.32 billion, marking an increase of $23.81 billion year-on-year. This shows a streak of surpluses exceeding $30 billion for two consecutive months.

As in July, semiconductors were the driving force behind this amazing export performance. Semiconductor exports surged by 178.8% year-on-year to $41.01 billion. This is the second-highest-ever on record, following June ($44.8 billion). It is attributed to the continued rise in memory semiconductor prices, driven by the sustained expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure investment by global big-tech companies. The fixed price of 16GB DRAM semiconductors climbed from $31.00 in March of this year to $45.00 in July.

Among the top-20 major export items, 19 categories ‒ excluding home appliances ‒ showed positive growth. Automobile exports recorded $6.24 billion, a 7.0% increase, driven by strong sales of eco-friendly vehicles such as hybrids and a base effect resulting from the automotive industry’s summer vacation schedule shifting from late July to early August.
Ship exports also rose by 46.9% to $3.29 billion, boosted by expanded shipments of high-value-added vessels, such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers. This marks the sixth consecutive month of growth.
The materials and machinery sectors also showed a steady increase. Steel exports ($2.36 billion) rose by 4.4%, driven by demand for the construction of AI data centers and oil pipeline replacements in the United States. Exports of general machinery ($4.53 billion) also increased by 5.9% due to expanded investment in high-tech manufacturing.
While energetically releasing new products, Korean companies are knocking on the doors of global markets with competitive items. In their efforts toward accomplishing their export performance goals for this year, creative moves are being made to discover their own potential buyers and markets.
In particular, Korean companies engaged in the manufacturing of products in the field of oil & gas are continuously coming up with attractive and competitive items:
WOOSUNG VALVE has not only been manufacturing products based on projects such as oil & gas, power plants, desalination, chemical plants, shipbuilding, and offshore ― but also supplying check valves required for various basic industries such as pumps, engines, compressors, boilers, chillers, dryers, and scrubbers.
WFN CO., LTD. specializes in manufacturing customized flanges and forged heat exchanger parts, including tubesheets and baffles. WFN manufactures flanges and forged parts in diverse shapes and sizes that are required in various industries such as oil & gas, offshore, plants, and ships.


 
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Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Products

July 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
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[INQ. NO. 2607M06] Established in 1981, AR Co., Ltd. has established itself as a leader in the air-conditioning and refrigeration field for 45 years through continuous research and development under the management philosophy of ‘Best Quality and Best Service’ to develop thermohygrostats, clean room devices, air conditioners, and cooling devices.
AR has grown into a specialized company that manufactures, constructs, and manages humidifiers and refrigeration systems.

Chiller
The temperature range of cold water/brine (-40˚C ~ 20˚C) can be manufactured as needed, so the capacity can be adjusted according to the temperature, and it can be separated or integrated. Because it can be manufactured customized, it can be installed either outdoors or indoors.
A remote confirmation system function that can be monitored on the Internet allows remote status monitoring of a digital pressure gauge while using the Micom touchpad control method.

Air Handling Unit
Galvanized or cold-rolled steel sheets are used according to customer specifications. In the case of cold-rolled steel sheets, they are degreased and treated with phosphoric acid before being coated with anti-rust paint and finishing paint, and then baked, so the exterior appearance is beautiful while retaining high anti-corrosion effect.

Flame-retardant glass wool insulation or eco-friendly polyester insulation is attached to the inside of the casing to prevent condensation, and increase the insulation effect to prevent heat loss and improve sound absorption.
“We strive to provide the best service to customers with constant innovation and passion, and to provide a stable and beneficial work environment for employees. We value cooperation and creativity, and seek to grow and develop together. Our values are based on fairness, responsibility, and collaboration, and we aim to create a better future based on these values,” commented a spokesperson for the company.

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Aluminum Coil Brazing Machine

July 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
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[INQ. NO. 2607M05] SK Brazing Co. has designed a very special aluminum coil brazing machine that makes it possible to avoid the orange-peel crack phenomenon and erosion issues commonly found on brazing of aluminum u-bend coils. Its technology sets a new standard in aluminum brazing technology.
SK Brazing has been manufacturing gas brazing machines in various forms for brazing copper and aluminum U-bends.
In particular, SK Brazing produced the world’s first machine capable of continuous brazing of aluminum U-bends on a conveyor. These machines incorporate technology designed to prevent the orange-peel cracking and erosion phenomena. This technology has now become a global source technology.

Conveyors are primarily used for mass production, and depending on the application, various styles are utilized such as slat conveyors, free-flow conveyors, and square moving conveyors.
These machines are manufactured as 3-stage or 2-stage gas bundle types. They can store settings such as flame intensity/flame height, conveyor height, torch width, torch angle, and conveyor speed, and can also be operated in conjunction with barcode readers.
In addition, IoT services and video control systems are sometimes added recently at the request of customers. A brazing robot for brazing headers and coils may also be added to these machines.
For manual brazing, manual brazing devices may be installed such as gas savers, digital torch kits, Torch Man (a hand-held, intelligent, personal digital torch kit), and manual induction brazing equipment.
“We offer a complete range of brazing and soldering services including materials, automation and technical expertise. From simple shuttle machines to complex, fully automated systems in using robotics, material handling, etc., we have designed automation solutions for most industrial applications. We pride itself on the craftsmanship & quality found in our equipment,” remarked the company’s CEO.

SK Brazing can also offer a full complementary range of products and services including — alloy selection, flux selection, brazing methods, automation methods & an education service, all supported by its renowned technical expertise.
 
 
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Cooling Towers

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[INQ. NO. 2607M04] Kyung In Machinery Co., Ltd. has been focusing on research and development based on its cooling tower research institution having acquired more than 40 patents. Its unique technologies are widely recognized in the industry, and a number of entities are visiting from all over the world to find out more about Kyung In’s know-how and technology.
Kyung In Machinery’s EX/MEX series of the cooling tower utilizes its own crossflow system. This is a newly innovated system that can handle a large capacity in a compact form.

The standard crossflow cooling tower system has the following disadvantage: the dead area where the cooling water passing through the fill material is deflected to one side. It is due to the speed of the air being sucked and not being cooled. However, the highly efficient fill material of the EX/MEX series of the cooling tower system is patented through its extraordinary technology, and shows no disadvantages.
The usage of a PVC cellular type drift eliminator and wide mounting space reduces drift to less than 0.002%. Furthermore, it is the least drift type among the cooling tower systems through showing a very low probability of legionella propagation.
To maximize heat-exchange efficiency, separate distribution equipment is installed on top of the fill material. The Cooling Tower Institute (CTI) has proven to be a compact, lightweight, high-performance cooling tower. And it has a maximum capacity of 1200 CRT per cell.
The double crossflow system of the cooling tower allows maintenance and repair during the operation. The access door is designed for easy access, and is designed efficiently for inspection and cleaning. What’s more, immediate repair is possible when defects occur on the driving side.
Ultraviolet protection coating (UV coating) is applied to the fill material to minimize the hardening phenomenon, so it does not interfere with the related systems (main equipment, pump, piping) due to breakage.

Kyung In Machinery is the market-leading cooling tower manufacturer in Korea. With numerous projects and an ongoing commitment to research and development programs, the company has been accumulating top-class expertise in cooling towers.
“We have been doing our utmost to develop new environmentally friendly cooling towers through our long-term technical partnership with Marley USA and training courses with foreign experts,” a spokesperson for the company commented. 
 
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Freezing Ball Valves

July 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
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[INQ. NO. 2607M03] ESSENTECH CO., LTD. manufactures and supplies ball valves, a core component of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, to domestic and international companies.
In refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, ball valves enhance the convenience of maintenance. They allow for work to be performed by simply closing the ball valve when replacing specific parts, such as compressors or filters, without having to recover the refrigerant from the entire system. Furthermore, through safe refrigerant isolation, they quickly prevent massive refrigerant-leaks in the event of malfunctions or pipe-damage.

ESSENTECH has developed a pressure-relief integrated 3-in-1 Refrigeration Ball Valve, and is expanding its presence in the global market. This is a high-value-added product that integrates the functions of a ball valve, check valve, and relief valve into a single unit. Demand is reportedly increasing, particularly in North America and Europe. In particular, the increase in the installation of AI data centers also offers promising opportunities.
Generally, ball valves, check valves, and filter dryers are installed separately in refrigeration piping. Using a 3-in-1 composite valve that combines these components into a single unit minimizes the risk of refrigerant leakage. Furthermore, the simplified piping structure saves installation space, leading to reductions in materials and labor costs. This effectively makes it highly competitive.
The CEO of ESSENTECH recently remarked, “The market for eco-friendly natural refrigerant (CO₂)-based refrigeration and air conditioning systems is growing rapidly. For this reason, there is increasing demand for our refrigeration and air conditioning valve products, which ensure stability even in high-pressure environments,” adding “In particular, our pressure relief integrated 3-in-1 refrigeration ball valve has been recognized for its competitiveness by overseas clients, leading to expanding demand, centered on the North American and European markets.”

ESSENTECH, with exports accounting for 45% of its business, is benefiting from the recent high exchange rates. Profitability is improving as the exchange rate effect is added. Last year, the company achieved sales of KRW 57.9 billion and an operating profit of KRW 1.9 billion. This year’s business performance is projected to reach KRW 63 billion in sales and KRW 4 billion in operating profit, a significant increase from last year.
 

ESSENTECH has established an integrated production system that spans every stage from forging to machining and assembly. The company assesses that this has enabled it to secure both price and quality competitiveness. It plans to further strengthen its technological competitiveness in line with the recent trends toward transition to eco-friendly refrigerants and energy efficiency.
 
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