We are committed to doing our best for our members’
interests and the development of the Korean tools industry.

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Introduction
Main Activities

Main Activities​

Korea Tools Industry Cooperative – Key Programs & Strategic Initiatives

Industry Development & Government Affairs

  • Industry policy development and FTA/trade affairs management
  • Monitoring critical material supply (e.g., tungsten)
  • Policy proposals on regulatory and business environment issues
  • Fair Trade Reporting Center operation
  • Government research & infrastructure project execution
  • Support for Root Industry Specialized certification
  • Assistance with finance, tax, workforce, and regulatory challenges

Joint Purchasing & Cooperative Programs

  • Joint procurement of raw materials
  • Material-financing guarantee programs
  • Development of cooperative industrial complexes & shared facilities

Export Market Expansion

  • Korea Pavilion participation at major global tool exhibitions
    (China,  Germany, Italy, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia,  etc.)
  • Export consortium projects
  • Overseas buyer matching & export consultation meetings
  • Global market intelligence services
  • Export Voucher program execution
  • Import/export support operations

Training, Technology & Information Services

  • Economic and industry trend analysis
  • Workforce research for tool manufacturers
  • Establishment of group standards & ISO/TC 29 participation
  • AI and manufacturing innovation project development
  • Smart factory implementation support
  • Job placement and workforce programs
  • CEO/manager training and technical seminars
  • Mutual aid and PL insurance programs
  • Industry statistics and government award nominations

Membership & Organizational Enhancement

  • Membership expansion and regional roundtable meetings
  • Next-Generation Tools Network operation
  • Monthly networking groups (e.g., golf association)
  • Fellowship and community-building activities
  • Administrative support for small member companies

Exhibitions & Events

  • Annual hosting of the TOOL TECH + SMART WELDING AUTOMATION FAIR
    Korea’s leading exhibition for tools, welding, and automation technologies