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04 R&D
05 Satisfaction
06 Quality
08 TaeguTeconomics
10 Cutting Tool Products
12 Industrial Products
14 History
16 Marketing Networks
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Overview
From our beginnings as a tungsten mining company in South Korea in 1916, TaeguTec, formerly known as Korea Tungsten Company, has
grown to become South Korea’s largest and most innovative industrial cutting tools manufacturer as well as a global leader in providing tungsten
powders, solid carbide rolls and specialized industrial products.
A dedicated and talented workforce engages in pioneering research and development, promoting innovative investment and creating insightful
marketing strategies in order to propel our multinational presence.
TaeguTec’s optimized cutting tool solutions, industrial products and technical engineers provide industries with customized support to meet their
demands with stronger, more reliable cutting tools and industrial products that enable the manufacturing of quality products used in daily life.
Environmental PolicyInnovation
Marketing & ServiceSelf-Leadership
Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Partnership
Success
Creativity
Teamwork
New Growth Engines
Core Competency
Everything starts with meticulous research and development, creating the most advanced metalworking solutions for the global metalworking
industry. Dedicated engineers from our ultra-modern R&D center, assure that TaeguTec is always one step ahead of its competitors.
Customer Satisfaction
In the end, what matters is customer satisfaction. TaeguTec strives to deliver products that consistently exceed market expectations.
It is our job to meet our customers’ requirements for high quality products.
Logistics & Warehousing
TaeguTec’s tool holders and cutters are designed for optimum performance and are manufactured with state-of-the-art machine tools and
automated production methods to ensure maximum quality. Tools and inserts are packed and sent to automated warehouse hubs that are located
in all major regions of the world to ensure that delivery is on time, every time.
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Satisfaction
Productivity Improvement
Global Network High Technology
Cost Reduction
Technical Support
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Quality Management System
The basis for customer satisfaction is our integrated management system. TaeguTec acquired the internationally recognized AEO (Authorized
Economic Operator) certification in recognition of our production systems’ automatic quality control procedures and also because of our overall
business practice that strictly adheres to internationally recognized standards so that our products can be exported with ease around the world.
In 2013, TaeguTec was selected by the Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy as an “Excellent Quality Competitiveness Enterprise” due
to our on-going practice of enhancing customer satisfaction through efficient quality management. Along with FTA certification (an export-specific
origin authentication), our products reach every part of the world more efficiently with less restrictions.
Health and Safety
TaeguTec has made it a priority to protect the environment. TaeguTec strives to contribute to human happiness and the protection of our planet.
QUA
LITY S
YSTEM CERTIFICATIO
NISO 9001 AS/EN/JISQ 9100
TaeguTeconomics is a fully integrated philosophy that incorporates profitability, increased productivity and expert knowhow in order for TaeguTec
customers to stay ahead of the competition.
Working with You to Cut Costs
The cornerstone of the Total Cost Reduction program is flexibility and modularity. We deliver a tailored solution based on a comprehensive tool and
process audit. Together with our customers, we define the scope of services and targets and then formulate a plan that will achieve tangible results.
This partnership assists customers to focus on delivering high quality parts on time at competitive prices.
Survey Machining Line Recommend Change with Estimated Cost Savings
Perform Tool Tests Customer Approval
Calculate Cost Savings and Report
to Management
Find Alternatives Implement New Tools
Matrix for Cost
Optimization
Turnkey Project
Support Program
Improved Profitability
with New Products
Technical TrainingLine Improvement
Program
Total Cost Reduction
Program
Set Priority ListSet Target forImprovement
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Holemaking
TaeguTec, one of the leaders in holemaking products, has launched
highly engineered drilling solutions. The remarkable performance behind
the indexable TopDrill and head changeable DrillRush, enables custom-
ers to enhance their productivity as well as profitability.
Milling
The milling range is part of the standard milling line that has been
developed to increase productivity and reduce cost while meeting the
industries’ diverse application demands. Moreover, the R&D engineers
at TaeguTec conduct ongoing research and development programs in
order to enhance the capacity of the milling line and optimize productivity
levels while reducing cycle times.
Parting & Grooving
The revolutionary TaeguTec clamp line is a multifunctional system that
permits a host of operations such as parting, external turning and groov-
ing, precision grooving and recessing, face grooving and face turning,
undercutting and slitting.
Solid End Mills
To effectively improve precision machining and product quality,
TaeguTec has developed a series of solid carbide tools. This series is de-
signed to accommodate the various materials and application demands
of the modern machine shop.
Tooling System
The tooling program developed by TaeguTec offers versatile chucking
systems that are available to mount tooling on all types of machines.
Systems currently available include BT MAS, ISO, NT, DIN 69871 and
HSK shanks that cater to specific market needs.
Turning
The TaeguTec Turning line is a series that combines an ingenious grade
and unique geometry to provide excellent machining performance. In
addition, a series of general ISO turning inserts are available with chip
breakers, holders and clamping systems. TaeguTec now offers a series
of classified turning grades with inserts that include coated,
uncoated, cermet, ceramic, PCD and CBN grades to meet all
application purposes.
Threading
Along with other market leading products, TaeguTec is also equipped
with an ISO threading range and tailor made solutions for stationary
applications and standard thread milling. These products guarantee high
profile accuracy, clear and easy identification, excellent chip control, and
most importantly, cost and productivity benefits.
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Carbide Rods
With its proven first class technology, TaeguTec executes extrusion,
pressing and sintering for consistently superior quality which is widely
appreciated by the rotating tool makers.
Die & Anvils
When it comes to providing innovative ultra high pressure die/anvil
products that meet the highest quality requirements, TaeguTec
engineers have the technical acumen based on two decades of die/anvil
production. Whether it is the industrial diamond or oil and gas industries,
TaeguTec’s die/anvil product line provides you with the optimal solution.
Carbide Wear-Parts
With its vast experience in the tungsten industry, TaeguTec supplies
the best quality tungsten carbide wear parts which can be used in the
areas requiring resistance to all kinds of wear such as abrasion, erosion,
corrosion and in the fields requiring compressive strength.
Ceramic Wear-Parts
TaeguTec is also renowned for its high quality ceramic wear parts made
from various materials such as silicon carbide, silicon nitride, boron
nitride and other oxide materials.
Carbide Rolls
To provide cost effective solutions and high productivity, TaeguTec has
introduced a range of carbide rolls for wire rods and deformed bars
that utilize a variety of grades and designs. With its state-of-the-art
manufacturing facilities, TaeguTec produces carbide rolls that are suited
for the diverse demands associated with everything from finishing blocks
to the intermediate mill.
Tungsten Powder
TaeguTec’s expertise enables it to produce first class tungsten metal
powders and carbide powders in a variety of particle sizes, with almost a
century’s extensive experience in the tungsten industry.
Before 1960 1980’s
1960’s
1916. 04 Tungsten ore discovered in Gangwon-do. Sangdong Mine established
1952. 09 Korea Tungsten Company founded, exports amount to US$16,457,000 or 56% of South Korean GNP
1968. 02 Korea Tungsten and the Korean
2010. 10 TaeguTec granted the Company-Specific Approved Exporter
2012. 04 TaeguTec Plant 2 Inauguration
2012. 05 TaeguTec awarded Authorized Economic Operator “A” level certification
2012. 12 TaeguTec awarded the “$300 million Export Tower” from the Korean government
2013. 05 Berkshire Hathaway acquired the remaining 20 percent of the IMC Group to become sole owner
2014. 03 Established TaeguTec Taiwan
2015. 05 TaeguTec upgraded to Authorized Economic Operator “AA” level certification
2010’s1988. 11 Carbide roll plant starts operation (Daegu)
1989. 11 Tungsten wire plant starts operation (Daegu)
1970’s1972. 11 APT (ammonium paratungstate) processing plant starts operation (Daegu)
1974. 02 Tungsten metal powder and carbide powder plant starts operation (Daegu)
1977. 11 Cemented carbide plant starts operation (blanks, carbide inserts, mining tools, brazed tools in Daegu)
1978. 10 Coating plant (CVD-TiN) starts operation (Daegu)
1979. 12 Tool holder plant starts operation (Daegu)
1998. 08 IMC acquired Korea Tungsten Company. TaeguTec Korea Ltd founded
1999. 04 TaeguTec Korea’s new marketing center opened (Daegu)
1999. 04 TaeguTec USA established(Ingersoll-Rockford, Illinois USA)
1999. 04 TaeguTec Germany established(Ingersoll GMBH-Harger)
1999. 04 TaeguTec Scandinavia established
1990’s1991. 03 Ceramic plant starts operation (Daegu)
2000. 07 Constructed a new R&D Center
2004. 06 Constructed a new TechCenter and Carbide Rod factory
2000. 12 - 2010.11
Established TaeguTec China, TaeguTec Brazil, TaeguTec Italy, TaeguTec Japan, TaeguTec Australia, TaeguTec Turkey, TaeguTec Slovakia, TaeguTec Thailand, TaeguTec Malaysia, TaeguTec Spain, TaeguTec Indonesia, TaeguTec Poland, TaeguTec Romania, TaeguTec Russia, TaeguTec Ukraine, Tae-guTec South Africa, TaeguTec Czech Rep., TaeguTec Hungary, TaeguTec Argentina
2006. 05 Berkshire Hathaway, chaired by Warren Buffett, purchased an 80 percent stake in the IMC Group
2008. 12 TaeguTec awarded the “$200 million Export Tower” from the Korean government
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2000’s2000. 03 Established TaeguTec U.K. in Leeds 2000. 03 Established TaeguTec India and opened the TaeguTec cutting tools factory in India
government set up joint venture establishing POSCO (capital structure: national government 75%; KTC 25%)
We work energetically with each local team to provide the best customer solutions. Moreover, all TaeguTec’s overseas sales networks have access
to and promote the latest tooling products through continuous communication with the Korean headquarters.
In all our locations, we have local teams of engineers and business people with years of experience to assist our customer base.
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Agents
Production Sites
Distributors
Subsidiaries
Cutting Tools
Industrial Products
Headquarters
TaeguTec is a company that has grown exponentially in recent years; there are currently over 50 representatives in overseas locations as well as
over 100 local agencies that combine to offer a formidable global supply network.
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WORLD HEADQuARTERS
Republic of Korea
TaeguTec Ltd.1040 Gachang-ro, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu 42936, KOREATel: +82-53-760-7696, 7252Fax: +82-53-760-9912Website: http://www. taegutec.com
Cutting Tools Asia
ChinaTaeguTec ChinaTel : +86-21-5106-1260 E-mail: [email protected]
India
TaeguTec India Pvt. Ltd.Tel: +91-08-49013000E-mail: sales@taegutec -india.com
Indonesia
PT. TaeguTec IndonesiaTel: +62-21-29093176/78/79 E-mail: [email protected]
Japan
TaeguTec Japan Ltd. Tel: +81-6-6835-7731 E-mail: [email protected]
Malaysia
TaeguTec Tooling Systems Malaysia Sdn. BhdTel: +603-5131-7514 E-mail: [email protected]
Pakistan
Dynamic Tooling Services Tel: +92-51-2150-382/383E-mail: [email protected]
Philippines
Colt Commercial Inc. Tel: +63-2-244-9756 E-mail: [email protected]
Singapore
TT Tooling SystemsTel: +65-6-4254918 E-mail: [email protected]
Taiwan
Qunling International Trading Co.,Ltd.Tel: +886-2-2223-0851E-mail: qunling.service@ qunling.url.tw
Thailand
TaeguTec(Thailand) Ltd.Tel: +662-759-9300/9172E-mail: [email protected]
United Arab Emirates
A.F.HusainTel: +971-4-3400034E-mail: [email protected]
Vietnam
TaeguTec Vietnam Limited LiabilityTel: +84-28-3999-1835 E-mail: [email protected]
Oceania
AustraliaTaeguTec Tools Pty Ltd.Tel: +61-2-8850-2197 E-mail: [email protected]
New Zealand
TT PacificTel: +64-9-573-1280 E-mail: [email protected]
Europe
Belarus Rep.Twing-MTel: +375-17-506-3238 E-mail: [email protected]
BulgariaTekotek BG Ltd. Tel: +359-878-05-1818 E-mail: [email protected]
CroatiaIntehna Zagreb d.o.oTel: +385-1-3436-919 E-mail: [email protected]
Czech Rep.
TaeguTec CR s.r.o.Tel: +420-373-720-999 E-mail: [email protected]
Denmark
TaeguTec Scandinavia A/S.Tel: +45-7022-0103 E-mail: [email protected]
Finland
Knorring OY ABTel: +358-9-560-41 E-mail: [email protected]
France
Ingersoll FranceTel: +33 (0)1-64-68-45-36 E-mail: [email protected]
Germany
Ingersoll Werkzeuge GmbH Tel: +49-2773-742-146 E-mail: [email protected]
Greece
Technotools-Fakitsas Georgios Co.Tel: +30-2-10-832-0752 E-mail: [email protected]
Hungary
TaeguTec Hungary Kft.Tel: +36-1-273-29-52 E-mail: [email protected]
Ireland
Hardmetal Machine Tools Ireland Ltd.Tel: +353-1-286-2466 E-mail: [email protected]
Italy
Ingersoll TaeguTec Italia S.R.L.Tel: +39 02.99.76.67.00 E-mail: [email protected]
Lithuania
UAB TTMT Tel: +370-37-328487 E-mail: [email protected]
Norway
Svea Service AS Tel: +47-32-277-750 E-mail: [email protected]
Poland
TaeguTec Polska Sp. z o.o.Tel: +48 71 785 40 85 E-mail: [email protected]
Portugal
Hexatool, S.A.Tel: +351-244-550424/5 E-mail: [email protected]
Romania
SC TaeguTec Tools SRLTel: +4021 210 3108 E-mail: [email protected]
Russia
TaeguTec RussiaTel: +7-495-269-7917 E-mail: [email protected]
Serbia
Intehna Beo d.o.o.Tel: +381-11-3149-092 E-mail: [email protected]
Slovakia
TaeguTec Slovakia, s.r.o.Tel: +421 41 7000056 E-mail: [email protected]
Slovenia
Intehna d.o.o.Tel: +386-1-580-9260 E-mail: [email protected]
Spain
TaeguTec Spain S.LTel: +34-93-878-7309~10 E-mail: [email protected]
Sweden
SMV Verktyg ABTel: +46-371-343-48 E-mail: [email protected]
The Netherlands
T.C.E.Tel: +31 (413) 38 83 10 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.taegutec.nl
Turkey
TaeguTec TurkeyTel: +90-850-201-69-00 E-mail: [email protected]
Ukraine
TaeguTec UkraineTel: +38-056-790-84-09 E-mail: [email protected]
United Kingdom
TaeguTec UK Ltd.Tel: +44-1937-589-828 E-mail: [email protected]
Africa
South Africa
TaeguTec South Africa (Pty) Ltd.Tel: +2711-362-1500 E-mail: [email protected]
North America
U.S.A.
Ingersoll Cutting ToolsTel: +1-815-387-6600 E-mail: [email protected]
South America
ArgentinaTaeguTec Argentina SATel: +54-11-4702-6222 E-mail: [email protected]
BrazilTaeguTec Brasil Ltda.Tel: +55-11-3868-6032E-mail: vendas @taegubrasil.com.br
Chile
Cutting Tools Chile E.I.R.L.Tel: +56-2-553-6944 +56-2-552 1181E-mail: [email protected]
Peru
Trade Tools Cia. S.A.C.Tel: +51-01-433-6999 E-mail: Purchases @tradetoolscia.com.pe
Industrial Products
Asia
India
Metal Trade International Tel: +91-93392-07614 / 91-98458-65508E-mail: [email protected] zimit.bhagat @metaltrade.co.in
Indonesia
Global Jaya Tehnik, PTTel: 62-31-566-5553 / 62-31-568-8137E-mail: zainul @globaljayagroup.com
Malaysia
Origen Corporation Sdn BhdTel: +603-5882-5203 E-mail: [email protected]
Philippines
Colt Commercial Inc. Tel: +63-2-244-9756 E-mail: [email protected]
Taiwan
Zimmerman Scientific Co., Ltd.Tel: +886-2-2752-7075-213 E-mail: [email protected]
Thailand
First Engineering OverseasTel: +662-748-8341 E-mail: charuvat @feothailand.com [email protected] [email protected]
Vietnam
Viet-Thai Engineering Jsc (Vtec)
Tel: +84-4-2220 7908E-mail: [email protected]
Europe
France
IndeltechTel: +33-683-561301 E-mail: [email protected]
Germany
Barenberg Special Materials GmbH Tel: +49 5341 28842 81E-mail: christian.gerk @barenberg.solutions
InterCast GmbH Tel: +49-(0)2132-915 75-80E-mail: [email protected]
Italy
Gianantonio PelizzariTel: +39-030-20-10-401 E-mail: [email protected]
Metalchimica srlTel: +39 011 6692057 E-mail: Giorgio.Spinosa @metalchimica.it
Poland
FADC GmbHTel: +43 676 947 8787E-mail: [email protected]
Russia
Sulzgitter AGTel: +7 (495) 6636351 E-mail: [email protected]
Spain
Eurosider Sistemas Y Servicios En Siderurgia, S.L Tel: +34-943-213-033 E-mail: [email protected]
Turkey
ARK SANAYİ URUNLERİ TİC. LTD. ŞTİTel: +90 216 416 7510~12 E-mail: [email protected]
North America
Canada
U.S.A.
BP Metals CompanyTel: +1 817 307 1821E-mail: [email protected]
Bryan HanlonTel: +1 734 777 6684E-mail: [email protected]
Ingersoll USATel: +1-724-822-9755 E-mail: john.gass@ taegutecusa.com
Mike KlinginsmithTel: + 1 216 406 0582E-mail: [email protected]
Mexico
RollEct Steel Consulting S.A. de C.V.Tel: +52 777 317 9723 E-mail: ricardo @grupocapsa.com.mx
South America
ArgentinaTaeguTec Argentina SATel: +54 11-4702-6222E-mail: amicheletti @taegutec.com.ar
Brazil
ICD-Reata Representação LtdaTel: +55-71-3022-0323 E-mail: emartins @icd-reata.com.br tmartins @icd-reata.com.br
Chile
GLEMANS COMERCIO SPA Tel: +56-2-2336-1400E-mail: felipe.coeymans @glemans.com
Colombia
REXCO TOOLS COLOMBIA Tel: +1-786-787-0327E-mail: ivan.campos @campostools.com
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