What Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd does

Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd (주식회사 한국전자기술, DBA KET) is a privately-held Korean SME founded in 2013 and headquartered in Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do, operating across six named business divisions: Smart City & Factory, Renewable Energy & ESS, Acceleration & Incubation, Professional Makerspace, Mobility & Robotics, and Smart Healthcare. The company positions itself as a mechanism-based electronic and mechanical convergence technology company, with a core self-developed product portfolio spanning UV-C sterilizers (KET-UV45, KET-UV20), case-type batteries with magnetic contact terminals, home ESS systems with solar integration, fine dust sensors, an autonomous driving device (KET-ANM21), and a 5G Twin digital twin platform for facility monitoring and disaster safety management. Technology differentiators emphasized in disclosures include magnetic resonance induction wireless power transmission, IoT-based safety power storage systems, and a modular mobile robot platform with IPX3+ outdoor water resistance. The company holds 59 registered IP rights and a stack of domestic certifications (Inno-Biz, MAIN-Biz, Global IP Star Enterprise, Excellent Technology Enterprise T-3, Materials/Components Specialist) plus international product certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CE, FCC, RoHS, PSE, KC).

The company operates a hybrid revenue model combining hardware sales (proprietary product lines under the NEOST and POWER PHOENIX brands) with professional services (R&D outsourcing, prototyping via the Professional Makerspace, and startup acceleration). Go-to-market is dual-track: a direct-to-customer inquiry channel through the K-RND online estimate system, combined with a distribution-heavy export model via a wholly-owned Shenzhen subsidiary (est. 2015) and independent distributors in 11+ countries (Ghana, Lebanon, UAE, China, India, USA, Japan, Hong Kong, Mexico, Thailand), with KOTRA's 86-country trade network providing indirect market access. The largest disclosed commercial anchor is a 65 billion KRW (~$48M) export contract with China's Dixintong Group. The company is led by founder-CEO Jeon Jeong-hyun (전정현) and operates with a reported headcount of approximately 7 employees supplemented by an in-house corporate research institute, an officially designated starter accelerator, and a Professional Makerspace equipped with industrial-grade 3D printers, CNC, injection molding, laser cutters, and PCB manufacturing capabilities.

Name

Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd

Legal name

(주)한국전자기술

Website

https://koreaet.co.kr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd (KET) is a Korean SME founded in 2013 that develops and distributes smart IoT devices, wireless power products, renewable energy storage systems, and modular mobile robots, serving export markets across 11+ countries via a Shenzhen subsidiary and local distributors, while also operating a professional makerspace and startup accelerator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Electronics & IoT Devices

NAICS

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing (334), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial IoT/Edge Electronics Manufacturing (Gateways, Edge Controllers) (IMAGAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs) (HDAHAAAH), Micromobility Electrical/Electronic Components Manufacturing (Wiring/Displays/Telematics/IoT) (IMACAOAI)

Keywords

• Electronic product development
• IoT smart devices
• Wireless power transmission
• Digital twin platform
• Renewable energy storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Changwon

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Smart IoT Device Products: Sale of proprietary smart IoT device product lines including UV-C sterilizers, portable battery packs, fine dust detectors, and smart healthcare products
2. Module Case-type Products: Sale of modular case-style charging products with magnetic contact terminals for mobile devices
3. Wireless Power Transmission Products: Sale of wireless power transmission technology products including battery-embedded and wired charging efficiency solutions
4. Home ESS and Renewable Energy Products: Sale of household energy storage systems and solar-integrated products including 2kW-class home solar ESS and thermoelectric camping products
5. Autonomous Mobility Products: Sale of autonomous driving mobility devices and medical smart healthcare product lines
6. R&D and Custom Development Services: Outsourced development services, product design, mold manufacturing, and professional makerspace services for product prototyping and commercialization
7. Acceleration and Incubation Services: Business incubation and acceleration programs supporting startup growth through mentoring, investment matching, and networking

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd designs, develops, prototypes, manufactures, and sells proprietary smart IoT devices and electronic products, including UV sterilizers, modular case-type batteries with magnetic terminals, home solar ESS, fine-dust measuring devices, autonomous driving mobility devices, and medical smart healthcare products. The company also operates a 5G-based digital twin platform (5G TWIN), a modular mobile robot platform, and provides outsourced product development, prototyping/makerspace services, and startup acceleration/incubation programs.

Product overview

Korea Electronics Technology Co., Ltd is a comprehensive product development and manufacturing company offering end-to-end services from product planning through design, prototyping, and mass production to sales. The company operates multiple divisions including Smart City & Factory, Renewable Energy, Acceleration Business, and Professional Makerspace, supported by research institutes focused on Mobility, Product Business, Outsourcing Development, and 5G Twin digital twin platform. Their product portfolio includes KET-UV45 and KET-UV20 UV sterilizers, case-type batteries, home ESS systems, fine dust measuring devices, KET-ANM21 autonomous driving devices, Smart IoT device product lines, modular case-type products, IoT-based safety power storage systems, child abduction prevention systems, hybrid block-type ESS systems, and medical smart healthcare products with AI capabilities. The company also provides prototyping services through their Professional Makerspace and startup acceleration programs through their Acceleration Business division.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NEOST: Self-developed brand for electronics products
• POWER PHOENIX

Products and services

• 5G TWIN Digital Twin Platform Digital twin platform for disaster safety management, real-time facility monitoring, and smart city services using 5G IoT. Includes drone/robot monitoring, AR facility management, simulation modules, and Open API linkage services for sensor data integration.
• Mobility Platform (Modular Mobile Robot) Modular mobile robot platform enabling non-contact service applications such as delivery and autonomous outdoor operations, with customizable functional modules, charging/docking stations, and web-based control software. Includes the KET-ANM21 autonomous driving device variant.
• Renewable Energy Solutions (Home Solar ESS) Battery management technology applied to smart device auxiliary power and small energy storage systems, including a 2kW home-use solar ESS with AC/DC output and mirror-equipped reverse solar panel, plus thermoelectric camping products for outdoor renewable energy use.
• Smart City & Factory ICT Solutions ICT technology solutions for urban facilities, traffic, housing, and manufacturing environments, including factory-floor sensing, stable data transmission, energy monitoring, alarm monitoring, real-time remote/automatic control, energy usage analysis, and load/efficiency analysis.
• Acceleration Business (Startup Incubation) Startup support program offering investment facilitation, networking, mentoring, education, seminars, and growth acceleration. Includes incubation support from idea planning stage through product development and market verification.
• Professional Makerspace Prototyping service for individuals and businesses to become creators, providing matching with professional makerspace personnel, 3D printing, MCU, software coding, drone and VR education, plus maker-related events and exhibitions. Equipped with industrial 3D printers, CNC machines, injection molding, laser cutters, and PCB printers.
• KET One-Stop Product Development Platform End-to-end product development service covering planning, design, prototyping, mass production, and sales support. Includes outsourced development services, product design, mold manufacturing, and professional makerspace services for product prototyping and commercialization.
• KET-UV45 Universal UV Sterilizer Tripod-type universal UV sterilizer with 4,800mAh built-in battery that doubles as a portable battery, stand, and tripod for portable and outdoor sanitization use.
• Case-Type Battery with Magnetic Terminals Phone-case-attached battery product with magnetic contact terminals enabling cable-free charging. Patented portable charging case module (US patent registered) designed for convenient attachment to phone cases.
• Home Energy Storage System (Home ESS) Home energy storage system with solar charging, AC/DC output, and a mirror on the reverse side of the solar panel, targeted at summer peak demand mitigation and disaster power shortage preparedness.
• Fine Dust Measuring Device Home-use fine dust measuring device with waterproof design enabling indoor air quality monitoring and outdoor deployment.
• KET-UV20 Mini UV Sterilizer Mini UV sterilizer with square care structure that doubles as a stand and bar, designed for portable and outdoor sterilization use.
• KET-ANM21 Autonomous Driving Device Autonomous driving mobility device with stable mobility structure and IPX3 waterproof rating for outdoor deployment.
• IoT-Based Safety Power Storage System IoT-based safety power storage system using patented technology to prevent explosion and fire accidents in battery storage installations.
• Child Abduction Prevention Device System Patented device and notification system using video compression technology for preventing child abduction and missing persons, with an integrated alert mechanism.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65 billion KRW export contract with Dixintong Group (China)

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• 한국전기연구원 (Korea Electrical Research Institute)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement signed with Korea Electrical Research Institute for technical commercialization and technical exchange activation for startup companies in the Changwon Strong Specialized Region for Startups. Both parties collaborate on technology transfer and development for supporting startups.
• KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerUtilizes KOTRA's 127 overseas trade offices across 86 countries for export and international expansion through the agency's internationalization program. Also entered Guangzhou Export Incubator through KOTRA Guangzhou Trade Office in 2013.
• 경남테크노파크 (Gyeongnam Technopark)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReceived technology innovation award from Gyeongnam Technopark. Participated in various Technopark-supported programs including business idea commercialization support projects under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
• 한국디자인진흥원 (Korea Design Promotion Institute)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficially designated as implementing organization for Design-Online Manufacturing Platform in 2026. Certified as industrial design professional company. Partner for design innovation programs.
• 경남대학교 (Gyeongnam National University of Science and Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOU agreement signed for cooperation. Also signed long-term field training agreement in 2017 for student internships and talent development.
• 한국외국어대학교 ( Hankuk University of Foreign Studies)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOU agreement signed for cooperation and academic partnership.
• 경북테크노파크 무선전력전송센터 (Gyeongbuk Technopark Wireless Power Transmission Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOU agreement signed for wireless power transmission technology cooperation and joint development.
• 중소기업진흥공단 (Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Agency)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in overseas export programs managed by the agency for SME internationalization and market expansion support.
• Alti Mate Advertising Ltd (Ghana)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContinuous export partner in Ghana. Regional distribution relationship.
• General Instruments SARI (Lebanon)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner in Lebanon.
• Dixintong Group (China)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor export customer with 65 billion KRW export contract signed in May 2016. Strategic distribution partner in Chinese market.
• MTT Telecom Private (India)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner in India.
• Joy System (USA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner in USA.
• ZINERGIA (Mexico)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distribution partner in Mexico.
• 한국연구개발서비스협회 (Korea R&D Service Association)minorOthersRegistered member of Korea R&D Service Association since 2018.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Hancom MDS: Korean IT solutions and embedded systems company providing product development services, embedded software, and electronics integration. Comparable to KET in offering outsourced product development with an electronics focus, though at significantly larger scale.
• Flex Ltd: Global EMS provider with vertically integrated design, manufacturing, and after-sales services across multiple electronics categories including IoT, energy, and connected devices. Comparable to KET's one-stop product development platform at vastly larger scale.
• Compal Electronics: Taiwanese ODM with diversified electronics portfolio spanning smart devices, IoT, wearables, and connected products. Comparable in business model (multi-product electronics design and manufacturing) though much larger and more globalized.
• ITM Semiconductor: Korean semiconductor packaging and electronic components manufacturer. Comparable to KET's electronics component work and its emphasis on proprietary process technology, though focused on semiconductor packaging rather than finished IoT devices.
• Jabil: Global EMS/ODM offering end-to-end product design, manufacturing, and supply chain services across IoT, energy storage, healthcare, and connected devices. Comparable in providing full-lifecycle product development like KET's one-stop platform, but at global enterprise scale.
• Wistron: Taiwanese global ODM/EMS provider with broad product development services across consumer electronics, IoT, and industrial products. Comparable to KET's end-to-end product development model, but at much larger scale and across more verticals.

Direct peers

• Dreamtech: Korean manufacturer of IoT modules, automotive electronics, and sensors. Comparable to KET in its multi-product portfolio across IoT, automotive-grade components, and embedded electronics serving B2B customers in Korea and abroad.
• Innowireless: Korean wireless and IoT solutions provider listed on KOSDAQ, with similar SME profile. Comparable in its focus on wireless communications testing, IoT modules, and small-form-factor electronics for industrial customers, making it a relevant benchmark for KET's IoT and wireless power product lines.

Others

• Bentley Systems: Global provider of digital twin and infrastructure engineering software for smart cities, utilities, and industrial facilities. Comparable to KET's 5G TWIN digital twin platform in target use cases (facility monitoring, simulation, smart-city infrastructure), though operates as a pure software platform rather than an integrated hardware/services player.

Emerging players

• PeopleWorks: Korean IT services and electronics solutions company with comparable SME scale. Relevant for benchmarking KET's product development services, IoT integration, and customer-facing technology services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance18 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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