DR AXION CO., LTD.

  • Company Name : DR AXION CO., LTD.
  • Former Company Name : DAELIM Enterprise Co., Ltd.
  • CEO : Jung-Hoon Lee / Tae-Hoon Lee
  • Type of business : Manufacturing of new automotive engine parts
  • Business contents : Manufacturing of automotive cylinder heads and automotive powertrain components
  • Form of company : Large-sized company (Top 1000 Korean companies)
  • Established date : June 24, 1993
  • Number of Employee : 109
  • Sales turnover : KRW 278,461,460,000
  • Web site : http://www.draxion.co.kr
  • Address : 2-127, Nonggong-gil, Jeonggwan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, Republic of Korea

Company Overview

DR AXION CO., LTD. is a Korean automotive component manufacturer specializing in cylinder heads, cylinder blocks, EV motor housings, transmission parts, and various precision aluminum casting products.

Since its origins as Daelim Enterprise in 1979, the company has continuously invested in R&D, casting technology, lightweight aluminum solutions, and eco-friendly mobility technologies. Through close cooperation with Hyundai Motor Group, Hyundai WIA, Hyundai MOBIS, and global partners, DR AXION has developed into a globally recognized automotive component supplier.

The company manufactures both internal combustion engine components and electric vehicle components, supplying advanced lightweight casting solutions for modern mobility platforms.

Company Vision

DR AXION states that its goal is to become a global leader in the automotive parts industry through top-quality manufacturing and advanced technology.

The company continues to focus on:

  • Lightweight aluminum casting technology
  • Eco-friendly vehicle components
  • Advanced casting and machining systems
  • Technological innovation
  • Global automotive partnerships

The History of DR AXION CO., LTD.

2025

  • February – Hyundai WIA Partner of the Year (QC Category)
  • January – 2024 Hyundai Motor Group Partner of the Year (Business Innovation Category)

2021

  • November – Awarded Minister Prize of Industry for National Industrial Development through Practicalization of New Technology
  • May – Certified under the Business Reorganization Plan Approval System by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy

2020

  • December – Obtained NET (New Excellent Technology) certification for large integrated lightweight aluminum battery case vacuum low-pressure casting technology for eco-friendly vehicles

2019

  • November – Awarded citation prize for climate change response and greenhouse gas reduction
  • September – Awarded Minister Prize in Ppuri Technology Competition

2018

  • September – Awarded in casting category at Ppuri Technology Competition
  • January – Chairman Lee Hyo-Gun received the 10th Dongmyeong Grand Prize

2017

  • December – Government award for job creation
  • July – Selected as an Excellent Labor-Management Culture Company
  • January – Certified as a leading strategic industry company in Busan

2016

  • December – Certified as a Family-Friendly Corporation by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family
  • November – Designated as a Prestigious Ppuri Enterprise
  • November – Selected for World Class 300
  • May – Received IR52 Jang Young-Sil Award
  • April – New head office building completed

2015

  • December – Received Government Award for Labor-Management Culture (Tin Tower Badge)
  • November – Received Labor Welfare Award at the 33rd Busan Industry Grand Awards
  • November – Won Grand Prize at the 7th Busan Employment Grand Prize
  • October – Selected among the “100 Best Companies to Work in Korea” for the second consecutive year
  • August – NET certification for aluminum casting manufacturing technology using liquefied sodium silicate-based inorganic binder
  • July – CEO Lee Tae-Hoon received Prime Minister’s Commendation at the 1st Middle-Grade Enterpriser Day
  • March – CEO Lee Tae-Hoon commended by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy on Commerce and Industry Day

2014

  • December – Awarded the USD 70 Million Export Tower
  • November – Selected among the “100 Best Companies to Work in Korea”
  • July – Selected as an Excellent Labor-Management Culture Company

2013

  • November – Obtained K-OHSMS 18001 / OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management certification
  • November – CEO Lee Tae-Hoon received the Industrial Peace Prize
  • June – Groundbreaking ceremony for Jangan Plant
  • January – Company name changed from DAELIM Enterprise Co., Ltd. to DR AXION Co., Ltd.

2012

  • October – Grand Prize for Social Contribution awarded for the third consecutive year

2011

  • November – Approved as a Family Concord Enterprise
  • November – Appointed as a childbirth-friendly enterprise by Busan City
  • September – Grand Prize for Social Contribution awarded for the second consecutive year
  • July – Appointed as Best Collaborator by Hyundai MOBIS
  • June – Signed MOU for Automotive Parts Innovation Center
  • April – Signed MOU for Eco-Friendly Clean Technology Center with KITECH

2010

  • November – Selected as an enterprise where employees want to work
  • October – Selected as an enterprise with harmony between labor and management
  • June – Awarded by Ministry of Labor for employment promotion for disabled workers

2009

  • November – Hyundai WIA Excellent Collaborator Award (Contribution Category)
  • January – Celebrated the company’s 30th anniversary

2008

  • May – Jeonju factory relocated and mass production started

2006

  • December – Established overseas corporation in India
  • September – Received citation from Ministry of Labor
  • February – Additional overseas corporation established in India

2005

  • July – Established Wonsan casting factory
  • May – Obtained ISO/TS16949:2002 Quality Management certification
  • March – Awarded Faithful Taxpaying Enterprise Prize

2003

  • July – Established overseas corporation in China

2002

  • September – Selected as Enterprise of Excellent Quality by Hyundai Motor Company

2001

  • May – Technical Research Center officially approved

2000

  • December – Received Busan Industrial Grand Prize in Technology Category
  • November – Awarded Million Dollar Export Tower
  • September – Entered technical cooperation agreement for cylinder head development

1999

  • September – Obtained QS9000 certification
  • May – Jeonju factory established and mass production commenced
  • March – Awarded Best Enterpriser Prize by Ministry of Industry and Resources

1998

  • December – Awarded Faithful Taxpaying Enterprise Prize
  • September – Received Presidential Prize in nationwide 100PPM competition

1997

  • December – Obtained 100PPM certification from Small and Medium Business Administration
  • July – Exported gravity casting technology know-how to India Dynamic
  • June – Obtained Hyundai Motor first-grade quality certification and ISO9002 certification
  • June – Established overseas corporation in India

1996

  • December – Received Industrial Peace Prize from Busan Metropolitan City
  • February – Obtained Hyundai Motor 100PPM certification

1994

  • July – Established Onsan casting factory

1993

  • December – Won Gold Medal in Hyundai Motor supplier QC Circle Competition

1992

  • November – Selected as self-regulating quality inspection enterprise
  • January – Successfully developed and commercialized CNC Tapping Center

1991

  • June – Received Medal of Honor for Industrial Contribution from Korean Government
  • February – Awarded prize by Korea Federation of Small and Medium Businesses

1990

  • October – Selected as Advanced Technology SME
  • October – Appointed as Hyundai Motor first-grade quality manufacturer

1989

  • June – Began export of single-purpose machines
  • February – Factory relocated to current head office location

1988

  • January – Started production of milling machines, multi-drilling machines, and gravity casting facilities

1987

  • January – Received Excellent Managing Person Prize from Heavy Industry Department of Kumsung Electric Wire & Cable

1986

  • March – Received Excellent Managing Person Prize from Dongyang Moolsan Heavy Industry Department

1985

  • January – Obtained top-grade quality control certification

1984

  • January – Began exports to North America

1983

  • March – Selected as Promising Small & Medium Enterprise

1982

  • January – Appointed as automotive parts systematization enterprise

1979

  • June – Began mass production of automotive parts and supplied Hyundai Motor Company
  • January – Founded as Darim Enterprise

Main Products

Electric Vehicle Components

EV Motor Housing

Motor housing components designed to support rotor bearings, improve motor durability, shorten assembly time, and prevent dust or foreign material intrusion.

HEV / PHEV Motor Housing

Hybrid and electric vehicle motor housings installed between the engine and transmission for low-speed, high-torque driving applications.

HEV / PHEV HPCU

Integrated hybrid power control units consisting of inverter systems, LDC systems, and vehicle controllers.

MQ4 Housing Sub Assy

Housing assemblies for next-generation eco-friendly mobility systems.


Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle Components

Cylinder Head

Core engine component forming the combustion chamber and supporting ignition and valve systems.

Cylinder Block

Engine structure supporting pistons and crankshafts while assisting cooling functions.

Bed Plate & Crank Case

Structural components enhancing crankshaft rigidity and lower engine support.

Housing Sub Ass’y (High Pressure Pump)

Diesel fuel system housing components for high-pressure fuel compression and delivery.

Turbine Housing

Heat-resistant casting products for turbocharger systems.

Intake Manifold & Surge Tank

Air intake and airflow management components.

T/M Parts

Transmission-related structural components.

Oil Pump

Lubrication supply components for engine systems.

Cylinder Body

Hydraulic brake-related cylinder components manufactured using aluminum alloy or cast iron.

Bracket

Structural mounting and support parts.

Exhaust Manifold

Exhaust gas collection and discharge components.

Con-Rod

Connecting rods converting piston motion into crankshaft rotation.

Cam Shaft

Valve timing control shaft components.


Machine Products

CNC Tapping Center

MCT Machining Center