We are committed to doing our best for our members’
interests and the development of the Korean tools industry.
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, Japan, Germany, Italy, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, 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
