daedong corporation
"Daedong's success today is not a dream, it's a reality! Innovation has been Daedong's culture since our founder began the journey in 1947 from a small town in Korea. I am committed to this culture of innovation and will continue to invest in developing new products to help Daedong further grow and become a global leader.”
–JS Kim
President, Daedong-USA, Inc. and President, Daedong Corporation.
Daedong Corporation, located in Daegu, South Korea, has been a world leader in the engineering and development of mechanized farm equipment for more than 70 years.
Daedong Corporation's responsiveness to complex market challenges, manufacturing excellence, and commitment to high-quality, durable products have resulted in the acceptance of Daedong products in more than 30 global markets.
Daedong Corporation's dedicated research and development team continues to shape the future of farm equipment mechanization around the world.
For more information on Daedong Corporation visit:http://www.daedong.co.kr
Daedong Affiliates
Daedong Corporation works diligently to maintain and continuously improve the high quality of its products. This is accomplished by overseeing the design, engineering and manufacturing operations of all subsidiaries and affiliates.
Daedong Metals Co., Ltd.- Foundry to manufacture main castings of agricultural machinery and automobiles.
Daedong Gear Co.,Ltd. - specializes in a variety of gears for agricultural and industrial machines, machine tools, vessels, special equipment, etc.
Hankuk Chain Industrial Co., Ltd.- Manufactures various types of chains for conveyors, forklifts and other purposes.
Daedong Training Center.- a luxury facility for training distributors, end users and employees.
Daedong Branches
Daedong-USA, Inc.
Daedong-USA, Inc. is the US branch of Daedong Corporation specializing in the distribution of high quality tractors, UTVs, zero turn mowers, accessories and implements. Since its inception in 1993, Daedong-USA has experienced rapid growth as a result of its unique ability to facilitate responsive engineering and production of KIOTI products specifically designed to meet the growing needs of North American equipment users. Today, Daedong-USA distributes KIOTI products through an expanding KIOTI dealer network of over 450 dealers, a strategically positioned US warehouse distribution system, and its streamlined parts, service and fulfillment center located in Wendell. , North Carolina.
KIOTI Canada
KIOTI Canada, a subsidiary of Daedong-USA, Inc., was established in 2018 with a distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario. This facility will expand KIOTI's distribution network through the strategic placement of assembled inventory and parts supplies in a key market. KIOTI Canada customers benefit from a growing dealer network that is dedicated to superior customer service throughout Canada.
Daedong KIOTI Europe BV
Daedong KIOTI Europe, a subsidiary of Daedong-USA, Inc., has established itself near the port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands to distribute high-quality products to more than 30 European countries. Daedong KIOTI Europe strives to provide the best support and service to all European customers. In 2019, an additional office was opened in Hamburg to support the growing dealer network throughout Germany.
Daedong China
Daedong China, located in Anhui Province, was established in 2007. Since its establishment, Daedong China has specialized in the production of rice harvesters and transplanters. Today, Daedong China distributes products through a network of more than 40 dealers and is continuously growing to become one of the best-known brands in China.
History
1947
Daedong Industrial Foundation (Jinju, Gyeongsangnamdo)
1949
First engine produced
1952
Designated the main production factory by the Ministry of Commercial and Industrial Affairs
1955
Won the President Award at the Industrial Fair
1958
Won the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Award
1960
Started construction of a large-scale factory in Juyak-dong, Jinju
1961
Contact office opened in Seoul
1962
First walking tractor produced
1966
Company name changed to Daedong Industrial Co., Ltd.
First marine engine produced
1968
First tractor produced
1971
First thresher produced
1972
Stone tower won in order of merit of industrial service
Named First-Class Precision Technology Factory by the Ministry of Commercial and Industrial Affairs
1973
Daedong Gear Co., Ltd. Founded
rice transplanter produced
Bronze tower won in order of merit of industrial service
1975
Daedong Industrial IPO (Shares open to the public on the Korea Stock Exchange)
Gold Tower won in order of merit of industrial service
1977
Hankuk Chain Industrial Co., Ltd. Founded
1981
Seoul office established
1982
Stone tower won in order of merit of industrial service
1984
Daegu Factory established
1987
Daedong Metals Co., Ltd. Founded
1990
Changnyeong Training Center Open
1991
Named First Class Quality Management Enterprise
1993
Daedong-USA, Inc. established
1994
Expansion of the automation line of the engine factory.
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ISO 9001 and 14001 certification
1997
R&D Center (Research and Design Center) founded
1999
EPA Certified, USA
2000
D500 tractor chosen as GD product; won the Millennium Prize
2001
EEC certified, Europe
2003
OHSAS 18001 certified
2004
Built the Daedong-USA, Inc. office in Wendell, NC
2006
New engine production facility introduced
European spare parts center founded
2007
Daedong China (Nanjing) established
2008
Won the $100 million export tower award
2009
First utility vehicle (UTV) produced
2010
Daedong Europe (Netherlands) Established
Daedong China (Anhui) established
First 5-row combine produced
2011
Daedong China changed location (Anhui)
2012
First subcompact tractor produced
Won Silver Tower in order of merit for industrial service
PX tractor chosen as GD product
2013
Daedong Industrial Company, LTD. the first South Korean Tier IV engine manufacturer to receive EPA certification
Daedong® Common Rail ECO Tier 4 Diesel Engine Introduced
Daedong Industrial Company, LTD. celebrates 66 years in agricultural manufacturing
Chosen as one of World Class 300 by the Korean government
2014
Earned Gold status from the North American Equipment Dealers Association
Won $100 million agricultural machinery supply business order from Myanmar government
Won the Korea Communication Grand Prize (Newspaper Advertising)
Won the $200 million export tower award
Won the Good Design Award for the CK10 tractor
2015
Launched ERP60D 6-row diesel rice transplanter.
Trade agreement with the National College of Agriculture and Fisheries of Korea on training and support for agricultural machinery.
Technical cooperation contract with TAFE tractors from India
Chosen as one of the official suppliers of the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games.
2016
Received the Gold Level Status Award from the North American Farm Machinery Dealers Association.
2017
Daedong Industrial Company, LTD celebrates its 70th anniversary.
2018
The independent brand KIOTI sold 10,000 units in the United States.
He signed a contract with Hiunday Construction Equipment.
2019
Selected as the best employment company in Korea 2019, a company with fulfilling work and life.
2020
Addition to the KIOTI CK10SE series, the CK2610SE HST Cabin.
Addition of the CS2220 and CS2520 models to the KIOTI CS series.
Presentation of the new CX series compact tractors.
Promotion of name change and renewal of CI.
2021
First in the Korean National Industry to implement a 10-year warranty for tractors.
Launch of the first HX series, self-driving and remote control tractors in Korea.
Foray into the electric mobility business.
First place in Korea's quality satisfaction index.
2022
Daedong Corporation celebrates its 75th anniversary.