Kwang Myung Innovative Seat Frame Solutions for Automakers

Looking to continue its global growth, the Korean SME is diversifying its portfolio with innovative and cost-effective solutions.

- - By Daniel de Bomford and Quentin Lange

At the heart of every smooth ride lies world-class manufacturing, where technical expertise and innovation converge to create the indispensable machines that power society. For companies to compete globally, efficiency, cost effectiveness, and agility are paramount to success. Kwang Myung (KMIN), founded in 1985, is a specialist manufacturer of automotive seat frames, supplying some of the world’s most ubiquitous automakers. President and Vice Chairman Byung Gun Lim says that the company has built on its foundation as a manufacturer of molds and jigs, and has developed unmatched expertise and outstanding capabilities. “Over time, this solid foundation allowed us to create our own proprietary technologies, which in turn enabled our seat frames to achieve a quality level unmatched by competitors,” he explains. After moving to an entirely in-house product design, the company has developed significant cost competitiveness and quality advantages. By partnering with domestic auto giants in Korea, the company built trust within the global industry and opened the doors to the international market. Now, KMIN