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

- SamA Aluminium, established in 1969, is a leading South Korean aluminum foil and processed packaging material manufacturer, primarily producing advanced industrial and food packaging products. The company is a key supplier of aluminum foil for secondary batteries to major domestic and international battery manufacturers, demonstrating market leadership. Through continuous R&D and smart factory implementation, the company enhances its technological capabilities and production efficiency, aiming for global expansion. It specializes in producing various high-value-added products based on its aluminum rolling and processing technologies.SamA Aluminium, established in 1969, is a leading South Korean aluminum foil and processed packaging material manufacturer, primarily producing advanced industrial and food packaging products. The company is a key supplier of aluminum foil for secondary batteries to major domestic and international battery manufacturers, demonstrating market leadership. Through continuous R&D and smart factory implementation, the company enhances its technological capabilities and production efficiency, aiming for global expansion. It specializes in producing various high-value-added products based on its aluminum rolling and processing technologies.
- LIB Cathode Foil (for Automotive, for Electronics): A critical component in EV batteries that facilitates electron flow, produced using ultra-precision rolling technology at micrometer scales for thin, uniform, and high-tensile strength foil. Pioneering the world's first 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil and possessing 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technology, with 9㎛ mass production in preparation.LIB Cathode Foil (for Automotive, for Electronics): A critical component in EV batteries that facilitates electron flow, produced using ultra-precision rolling technology at micrometer scales for thin, uniform, and high-tensile strength foil. Pioneering the world's first 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil and possessing 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technology, with 9㎛ mass production in preparation.
- LIB Pouch Aluminium Foil and LIB Tab: Production technology for aluminum foil used as an exterior material to protect cathode and anode materials in pouch-type lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), and LIB Tab materials. Exclusive supplier of pouch-type LIB aluminum materials to Yulchon Chemical.LIB Pouch Aluminium Foil and LIB Tab: Production technology for aluminum foil used as an exterior material to protect cathode and anode materials in pouch-type lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), and LIB Tab materials. Exclusive supplier of pouch-type LIB aluminum materials to Yulchon Chemical.
- Aluminium Foil for Flexible Packaging: Packaging material technology designed to preserve the taste and aroma of products and extend their shelf life. Products utilizing A1235 and A8079 materials with thicknesses ranging from 5.5㎛ to 40㎛.Aluminium Foil for Flexible Packaging: Packaging material technology designed to preserve the taste and aroma of products and extend their shelf life. Products utilizing A1235 and A8079 materials with thicknesses ranging from 5.5㎛ to 40㎛.
- Aluminium Foil for Electrical Capacitor: Production technology for high-quality aluminum foil used in electrical capacitors. Demonstrating core component supply capability in the electronics industry.Aluminium Foil for Electrical Capacitor: Production technology for high-quality aluminum foil used in electrical capacitors. Demonstrating core component supply capability in the electronics industry.
- Finstock for Heat Exchanger: Production technology for finstock that enhances the efficiency of heat exchangers. Expertise in industrial and construction material sectors.Finstock for Heat Exchanger: Production technology for finstock that enhances the efficiency of heat exchangers. Expertise in industrial and construction material sectors.
- Aluminium Foil for Pharmaceutical Packaging: Packaging material technology with excellent moisture and gas barrier properties for pharmaceuticals. A range of high-functional products addressing the demand for small-package medicines.Aluminium Foil for Pharmaceutical Packaging: Packaging material technology with excellent moisture and gas barrier properties for pharmaceuticals. A range of high-functional products addressing the demand for small-package medicines.
- High-gloss Aluminium Foil for Decoration and Hair Line Aluminium Foil: Production technology for high-gloss and hairline-finished aluminum foil. A specialty product line meeting diverse design and functional requirements.High-gloss Aluminium Foil for Decoration and Hair Line Aluminium Foil: Production technology for high-gloss and hairline-finished aluminum foil. A specialty product line meeting diverse design and functional requirements.
- Unique Aluminum Rolling and Processing Technology Accumulated Over 50 Years: Long-standing experience and know-how gained from pioneering the localization of aluminum foil since its establishment in 1969. A leading position in the aluminum foil manufacturing sector.Unique Aluminum Rolling and Processing Technology Accumulated Over 50 Years: Long-standing experience and know-how gained from pioneering the localization of aluminum foil since its establishment in 1969. A leading position in the aluminum foil manufacturing sector.
- Core Material Supply Capability for the Secondary Battery Market: Supplying LIB cathode foil to the top three domestic battery manufacturers (LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, SK On), with over 90% of SK On's demand supplied by the company.Core Material Supply Capability for the Secondary Battery Market: Supplying LIB cathode foil to the top three domestic battery manufacturers (LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, SK On), with over 90% of SK On's demand supplied by the company.
- Ultra-thin and High-strength Aluminum Foil Production Technology: World's first development of 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil and possession of 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technology. Ultra-precision rolling technology at micrometer scales that contributes to increasing battery energy density and stability.Ultra-thin and High-strength Aluminum Foil Production Technology: World's first development of 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil and possession of 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technology. Ultra-precision rolling technology at micrometer scales that contributes to increasing battery energy density and stability.
- Continuous Facility Investment and Production Capacity Expansion: Investment of 117 billion KRW in new facilities, including a Cold Mill Line for LIB aluminum foil production, and plans to expand rolling production lines from 4 to 6, significantly increasing production capacity (CAPA).Continuous Facility Investment and Production Capacity Expansion: Investment of 117 billion KRW in new facilities, including a Cold Mill Line for LIB aluminum foil production, and plans to expand rolling production lines from 4 to 6, significantly increasing production capacity (CAPA).
- Establishment of Smart Factory and Integrated Information Systems: Implementation of smart factory and knowledge management through IT infrastructure based on factory management systems, ERP, and integrated information systems.Establishment of Smart Factory and Integrated Information Systems: Implementation of smart factory and knowledge management through IT infrastructure based on factory management systems, ERP, and integrated information systems.
- Eco-friendly Processes and Sustainable Management Efforts: Environmental management achievements including reduction of THC emissions, high recycling rates, improved VOCs removal efficiency, and reduction of total waste generation. Acquisition of 'Green Certification' and patents for EA recovery facilities, and implementation of the 'Smart Eco-Factory Construction Project'.Eco-friendly Processes and Sustainable Management Efforts: Environmental management achievements including reduction of THC emissions, high recycling rates, improved VOCs removal efficiency, and reduction of total waste generation. Acquisition of 'Green Certification' and patents for EA recovery facilities, and implementation of the 'Smart Eco-Factory Construction Project'.
- Strengthening Strategic Partnerships and Diversifying Customer Base: Attracting strategic investments from LG Energy Solution and Japan's Toyota Tsusho, and securing long-term supply contracts with major domestic and international customers, including a cathode foil supply agreement with France's ACC.Strengthening Strategic Partnerships and Diversifying Customer Base: Attracting strategic investments from LG Energy Solution and Japan's Toyota Tsusho, and securing long-term supply contracts with major domestic and international customers, including a cathode foil supply agreement with France's ACC.
- Electric Vehicles and Electronic Devices (LIB Cathode Foil, Exterior Materials)Electric Vehicles and Electronic Devices (LIB Cathode Foil, Exterior Materials)
- Food Packaging (Flexible Packaging Aluminum Foil)Food Packaging (Flexible Packaging Aluminum Foil)
- Pharmaceutical Packaging (Pharmaceutical Packaging Aluminum Foil)Pharmaceutical Packaging (Pharmaceutical Packaging Aluminum Foil)
- Industrial and Construction (Finstock for Heat Exchangers, Industrial/Construction Aluminum Foil)Industrial and Construction (Finstock for Heat Exchangers, Industrial/Construction Aluminum Foil)
- Electronic Components (Aluminium Foil for Electrical Capacitor)Electronic Components (Aluminium Foil for Electrical Capacitor)
- Decoration and Special Applications (Decoration, Hair Line Aluminium Foil)Decoration and Special Applications (Decoration, Hair Line Aluminium Foil)
- South Korea, Japan (Joint venture with Toyo Aluminium)South Korea, Japan (Joint venture with Toyo Aluminium)
- France (ACC supply contract)France (ACC supply contract)
- United States (Securing funds for local factory facilities and targeting the North American market)United States (Securing funds for local factory facilities and targeting the North American market)
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) CertificationISO 9001 (Quality Management System) Certification
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) CertificationISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) Certification
- ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management System) CertificationISO 22000 (Food Safety Management System) Certification
- 'Green Certification' and patent acquisition for EA recovery facilities'Green Certification' and patent acquisition for EA recovery facilities
- Implementation of the 'Smart Eco-Factory Construction Project' led by the Ministry of EnvironmentImplementation of the 'Smart Eco-Factory Construction Project' led by the Ministry of Environment
- World's first developed 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil technologyWorld's first developed 10㎛ high-strength aluminum foil technology
- Possession of 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technologyPossession of 4.5㎛ ultra-thin foil technology