Products Recommended by SMBA
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Among numerous contributors, small- and medium-sized enterprises¡¯- which have been played pivotal roles in the national economy accounting for 99.9% of all enterprises (3 million SMEs), 87.7% of all employees (10.8 million employees), and 47.6% of production - contributions for the outcome deserve to be especially esteemed in spite of their comparatively low ratio of entire performance compared to many conglomerates including Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motor, etc.
With their independent consistent utmost efforts for expanding their presence in the global market and favorable export conditions mainly by FTAs made with South Korea, Korean SMEs are witnessed slightly expanded volume of export to foreign markets amid global recession in consumption - especially in the area of automotive parts.
South Korean SMEs are played their importing role for the performance through directly exporting their flagship export items to global market and helping export of the finished goods of the larger-sized Korean enterprises by supplying parts products to them.
There is remarkable government-level policy behind SMEs¡¯apparent contribution to the nation¡¯s such stride. The Small and Medium Business Administration (SMBA) executed a policy that is designed with an aim to help strengthen the export capacity of South Korean SMEs. This policy is focused on boosting the gradual increase of SMBs¡¯ export volume by supplying various kinds of specific services promoting exports of SMEs including education, design, global market information supply, marketing, market research, strategy consulting, global brand development, etc.
Under this support policy, last year, more than 1,600 Korean SMEs could enjoy direct and indirect effect in expanding their presence in global markets through being intensively, frequently, effectively, and strategically exposed to global business partners by supported export-boosting services.
For contributing to the further increase of the global presence of those selected items in 2013 again, Korea Buyers Guide covers 50 companies¡¯products based upon their comparatively superior quality among more than 1,600 companies¡¯ items.
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Gas Equipment and Kitchenware
A hose is a flexible tube that is designed to carry gases or fluids. A rigid one is called ¡°Tube.¡± It is typically made of materials like polyurethane, polyethylene, PVC, synthetic, natural rubbers, etc., for applications that are just as varied as the materials. Its quality and performance depend on many factors. SEYOUNG METAl, Korea¡¯s hose maker, knows how to factor in many different properties for various uses.
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Ultimate Adhesive Solution
By bonding two items or materials together, many industries make things. For this process, a medium which is otherwise known as ¡°adhesive or glue,¡± is used. It is typically liquid or semi-liquid made from natural or synthetic sources. Korea¡¯s adhesive specialist, Daeheung Chemical is poised to greatly contribute to industries¡¯ overall growth.
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Creative Solution for Office Environment
In offices, neatly arranged office items and desks are a thing of beauty. They are not only set up nicely but also look harmonious. Accordingly, workers¡¯ level of concentration increases and so does productivity. Recognizing this value, savvy managers know what it takes to make their employees work
better, and thus turn to Korea¡¯s very own RYUSSIEUN.
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Canopy
A canopy is an overarching roof that can provide a shade or shelter. This item comes useful for many occasions like camping or picnic. It usually coincides with good times when friends and family gather and enjoy life together. A Korean
company, Norstar Canopy, seems to recognize such occasion as rare and important, and wants to help people maximize fun by providing its own canopies.
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Future-Oriented Musical Instrument
One of the most popular string instruments is a guitar. On TV or at a cafe, we often
see musicians stroking six strings with a pick while singing songs. Soon, they vibrate with different
and harmonious tones. Over the past few decades, the guitar has been developed to produce various
beautiful tones. By adding an amplifier, electric guitars have become the core of today¡¯s popular
culture. Korea¡¯s MUSE R&D Inc. has been contributing to the growth of the culture and the
instrument.
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Korean traditional Percussion Instruments
Founded in 2005, Kook Lim Won has tenaciously adhered to Korea¡¯s long tradition against the dominant ¡°Digital¡±. When it comes to producing Korean traditional crafts and percussion instruments, the company has been based on long years of experiences and in-depth technology, while focusing on quality items that enhance customers¡¯ traditional music experience.
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Optical Frames
Nobody dismisses eyeglasses today just as vision correction
tools. It is safe to say that they have become a new kind of fashion statement.
Manufacturers, collaborating with designers, make many different frames and
lens for those who are looking for stylish look. It is happening in the same
sense that iPhone is more than just a mobile phone. Korea¡¯s FOREVER
FASHION brings about a new trend.
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Optical Frames
People invented eyeglasses to increase or correct visibility. Some of
them who could not see clearly regained their eyesight by wearing the glasses. Over the
past years, technology has advanced and produced various types of eyewear for many
specific uses like protection, fashion, sports activities, etc. For eyeglasses, lenses are
important, but frames are referred to as ¡°backbone.¡± Recognizing its critical role, Korea¡¯s
ONNURY OPTICAL focuses on improving how the backbone works.
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Stay in Shape and Healthy with M&H Technology
People may think health and technology are two different things. However,
they are closely related. Today¡¯s fast-developing technology has benefited how we live and
work, and has also improved the quality of life by improving various living conditions. As a
result, people¡¯s life expectancy has extended into over their late 70s. One of major contributors
runs its operation in Korea: M&H (Medical & Human) Technology.
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Blood Bank Refrigerators
People often think of few corporate giants like Samsung or LG when they hear
someone mentioning ¡°refrigerator.¡± Everyone knows their top-notch fridges, equipped with highperforming
freezing and cooling departments that can preserve food and drinks efficiently. However,
they are strictly for home use. Then what about the many industries that equally require freezing units
for special purposes - Not everyone anticipated the huge global demand for commercial refrigerators,
but one Korean company certainly knew when to weigh in.
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