History
40+
Years of History
Since 1986
34
Key Milestones
Tracked Events
1
Major Achievements
Highlighted Events
27+
Global Partners
OEMs & Tier-1
A Journey of Challenge and Innovation
From our founding in 1986 to becoming a global automotive die specialist — every milestone tells a story of relentless pursuit.
2020s
Global Expansion
2010s
Technology Innovation
2000s
Growth & Development
1990s
Foundation Building
1980s
Foundation
2020s
Global Expansion
2026
Hot stamping die supply contract with JBM Group, India
2025
Hot stamping die supply contract with CPT, USA
2024
TTL contract and technical support agreement with JBM
2023
Established high-mix low-volume hot stamping production line
Designated as a Smart Factory implementation company
2022
Established drilling & boring operation line
2021
Selected as a Global Strong Small Enterprise
2020
Designated as a Gyeongbuk PRIDE Enterprise
Selected as an Outstanding Industry-Academia Cooperation Leading Company
2010s
Technology Innovation
2019
Korea International Trade Association 5 Million Dollar Export Tower Award
2018
Designated as a Family-Friendly Certified Company; Selected as a Promising Small & Medium Export Enterprise
Designated as a Gyeongbuk Star Enterprise (Governor of Gyeongsangbuk-do)
Commendation from the Chairman of Korea Federation of SMEs (Daegu-Gyeongbuk Chapter)
Obtained MAIN-BIZ (Management Innovation) certification
Obtained INNO-BIZ (Technology Innovation) certification
2017
Excellence Award at Gyeongsangbuk-do SME Awards
Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Award for Outstanding Management on Die & Mold Day
Implemented MES (Manufacturing Execution System) with POP
2015
Obtained Root Technology Industry Certificate
Registered corporate R&D center
2014
Established IJS Co., Ltd. as an independent corporation
Introduced OKUMA machining center (5-axis machining)
Manufactured all hot stamping parts for Hyundai Hysco TLc model
2013
First hot stamping die order received
Introduced hot stamping press equipment
2010
Acquired ultra-high-strength steel scan-based machining and finishing capabilities
2000s
Growth & Development
2006
Established 3D design system
2003
Constructed Ilji Tech die & mold factory
2002
Introduced AUTOFORM simulation software
Introduced RB4N machining center (4-axis machining)
1990s
Foundation Building
1997
KSA/ISO 9002 Quality System Certification (UK VCA)
1990
Acquired NC machining technology (RB3N introduction)
1980s
Foundation
1987
Registered as Hyundai Motor Company supplier
1986
Founded Ilji Industrial Co., Ltd. (Die & Mold Division)
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