CAPE, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- A specialized manufacturer of cylinder liners, a core component of large ship engines, with an integrated production system from casting to precision machining. The company, which started as Cape Kigong in 1983, has focused on manufacturing ship engine cylinder liners and key shipbuilding materials since 1992. It has solidified its position as a leading manufacturer of ship engine cylinder liners both domestically and internationally. A company achieving stable growth through a strong sales network and accumulated technology.A specialized manufacturer of cylinder liners, a core component of large ship engines, with an integrated production system from casting to precision machining. The company, which started as Cape Kigong in 1983, has focused on manufacturing ship engine cylinder liners and key shipbuilding materials since 1992. It has solidified its position as a leading manufacturer of ship engine cylinder liners both domestically and internationally. A company achieving stable growth through a strong sales network and accumulated technology.
- Its main products are cylinder liners and related product groups for ship engines. This product serves as the reciprocating path for pistons in ship engines and provides the compression and explosion space for fuel, making it a critical component. The products utilize high-alloy special cast iron materials and apply precision internal diameter machining technology. It possesses the technological capability to produce various specifications, including internal diameters of 35-98cm and weights of 0.7-10 tons.Its main products are cylinder liners and related product groups for ship engines. This product serves as the reciprocating path for pistons in ship engines and provides the compression and explosion space for fuel, making it a critical component. The products utilize high-alloy special cast iron materials and apply precision internal diameter machining technology. It possesses the technological capability to produce various specifications, including internal diameters of 35-98cm and weights of 0.7-10 tons.
- Key technologies include a unique integrated production system in Korea, covering all processes from casting to precision machining. The company employs block-type sand mold casting design to reduce sand usage and secure cost competitiveness. It has established a specialized production infrastructure, including electric furnaces for casting raw metal materials and cutting equipment for finishing and hole machining. The operation of a material factory adopting a permanent metal mold method enables fine cast material processing and reduces manufacturing time and costs.Key technologies include a unique integrated production system in Korea, covering all processes from casting to precision machining. The company employs block-type sand mold casting design to reduce sand usage and secure cost competitiveness. It has established a specialized production infrastructure, including electric furnaces for casting raw metal materials and cutting equipment for finishing and hole machining. The operation of a material factory adopting a permanent metal mold method enables fine cast material processing and reduces manufacturing time and costs.
- A unique integrated production system in Korea, performing all processes from casting to precision machining of cylinder liners. This in-house integration serves as the foundation for quality stability and technology transfer, a favorable factor for long-term competitiveness.A unique integrated production system in Korea, performing all processes from casting to precision machining of cylinder liners. This in-house integration serves as the foundation for quality stability and technology transfer, a favorable factor for long-term competitiveness.
- A technology company with global competitiveness in the field of large ship engine cylinder liners. It holds a dominant market position, ranking 2nd globally with a 25% market share, and 1st globally with a 45% share in the market for ultra-large cylinder liners (over 90cm internal diameter).A technology company with global competitiveness in the field of large ship engine cylinder liners. It holds a dominant market position, ranking 2nd globally with a 25% market share, and 1st globally with a 45% share in the market for ultra-large cylinder liners (over 90cm internal diameter).
- Securing a high market share not only in initial supplies for new ship construction but also in the aftermarket for replacement parts for operational vessels. Cylinder liners are expensive consumables requiring replacement every 5-7 years, ensuring a stable revenue source less affected by new shipbuilding market fluctuations.Securing a high market share not only in initial supplies for new ship construction but also in the aftermarket for replacement parts for operational vessels. Cylinder liners are expensive consumables requiring replacement every 5-7 years, ensuring a stable revenue source less affected by new shipbuilding market fluctuations.
- High cost competitiveness achieved through block-type sand mold casting design, reducing sand usage. The co-location of casting and machining factories results in transportation cost savings and improved production efficiency.High cost competitiveness achieved through block-type sand mold casting design, reducing sand usage. The co-location of casting and machining factories results in transportation cost savings and improved production efficiency.
- Diversification of business areas through affiliated companies engaged in financial investment, such as Cape Investment & Securities. A strategy to maximize synergy between manufacturing and finance by efficiently utilizing financial capital, moving beyond a manufacturing-centric business structure.Diversification of business areas through affiliated companies engaged in financial investment, such as Cape Investment & Securities. A strategy to maximize synergy between manufacturing and finance by efficiently utilizing financial capital, moving beyond a manufacturing-centric business structure.
- Expanded export base supplying cylinder liners to major domestic engine builders as well as global clients in China, Japan, and Europe. Collaboration with international engine technology companies like MAN-ES and Win-GD, and securing a global A/S network through HD Hyundai Marine Solution.Expanded export base supplying cylinder liners to major domestic engine builders as well as global clients in China, Japan, and Europe. Collaboration with international engine technology companies like MAN-ES and Win-GD, and securing a global A/S network through HD Hyundai Marine Solution.
- Shipbuilding IndustryShipbuilding Industry
- Ship Engine Manufacturing IndustryShip Engine Manufacturing Industry
- Marine Mobility IndustryMarine Mobility Industry
- China, Japan, South Korea (Domestic Market)China, Japan, South Korea (Domestic Market)
- EuropeEurope
- A company holding a total of 2 patents. Patent registration for a ship engine cylinder liner casting method and casting mold. A technology maximizing the effect of the inner and outer core sands placed inside the mold, with the mold itself acting as a chill for the sand material.A company holding a total of 2 patents. Patent registration for a ship engine cylinder liner casting method and casting mold. A technology maximizing the effect of the inner and outer core sands placed inside the mold, with the mold itself acting as a chill for the sand material.
- A company that has acquired New Technology (NET) certification. Possessing ISO9001 certification, an international standard for quality management systems.A company that has acquired New Technology (NET) certification. Possessing ISO9001 certification, an international standard for quality management systems.
- Recognized as an excellent venture company and a promising export-oriented small and medium-sized enterprise. A company that has secured differentiated competitive advantages in its field based on its proprietary core technologies. Continuously expanding its technology portfolio through ongoing research and development investments.Recognized as an excellent venture company and a promising export-oriented small and medium-sized enterprise. A company that has secured differentiated competitive advantages in its field based on its proprietary core technologies. Continuously expanding its technology portfolio through ongoing research and development investments.