Transforming
Standards at R&D

How we encase innovation: from enhancing our products to developing sustainable technologies

Pioneering Sustainable Steel Solutions

At TCC Steel, we're driving the evolution of steel plates towards a more sustainable future. Our R&D center, founded in 1988, has been deomonstrating our commitment to developing new materials, products, and surface treatment technologies for a more sustainable tomorrow.

For quality, for future,
with TCC R&D Center

At TCC Steel, we are committed to our mission of continuous innovation. Our efforts focus on developing innovative technologies and steel plate products to meet evolving industry needs. Established in November 1988, the TCC Steel R&D Center has been endeavoring in the fields of surface treatment and materials development that make industries' progress possible and, furthermore, bring a more sustainable tomorrow forward.

4%

R&D Investment Ratio (as % of Operating Income)

20%

R&D Headcount Ratio

35+

Years of R&D Operations

Product Development History

Research Areas

At TCC Steel, our R&D Center is equipped with advanced facilities and pilot lines to support our ongoing commitment to addressing evolving needs of the steel plate industry and our customers.

Production Technology

Plating | Heat treatment | Rolling | Joining

Product Innovation

Heat-treated NPS | LAMI | S-TIN

Advanced Materials

Surface treatment | Joining of dissimilar materials | Film heat sealing applications

Technical Support and Strategy

Tech trends analysis | Product planning | Product analysis | Customer support

Research Highlights

1 Nickel-Plated Steel for EV Battery Casings

Our R&D team is focused on enhancing the performance and quality of NPS (nickel-plated steel) for cylindrical EV battery casings. This ongoing research aims to improve corrosion resistance and optimize material performance. TCC NPS products have been gaining recognition for their high quality in both domestic and overseas markets.

Patents

MANUFACTURING METHOD OF NIKEL PALTED STEEL SHEET AND NIKEL PLATED STEEL SHEET PREPARED THREFROM

NICKEL PLATED HEAT TREATED STEEL SHEET HAVING EXCELLENT PROCESSAIBILITY AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

SURFACE TREATED STEEL SHEET FOR BATTERY CASE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

2 Surface Treatment Technologies

Our research endeavors for surface treatment continues as TCC Steel explores new applications in high-tech industries: Tin-zinc alloy coatings offers enhanced corrosion resistance, solderability, and whisker resistance for electronic components; Nickel plated stainless steel delivers corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity at the same time, making it an ideal choice for compact electronic device battery casings.

Patents

TIN-ZINC ALLOY COATED STEEL SHEET AND METHOD FOR PREPARING THE SAME

NICKEL PLATED STAINLESS STEEL SHEET HAVING EXCELLENT PROCESSAIBILITY AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

3 Clad Steel Technology

Our R&D team has developed titanium-based cladding technology, including electroplating techniques for bonding titanium with dissimilar metals. This material simultaneously enhances product quality and cost-efficiency, with potential applications in high-performance construction and special materials requiring high corrosion resistance.

Patents

TITANIUM CLAD MATERIAL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME