
Quality from South Korea.
High machine availability and maximum productivity are the result of our decades of experience in the development and construction of CNC machine tools.

Excellent Service.
We want to inspire our customers with our machine tools, our quality, and our service. Technology from South Korea enjoys worldwide recognition. And South Korean companies have traditionally been committed to the highest customer satisfaction.
So does Hwacheon. Our name is a commitment: Your sustainable success is our focus.
Hwacheon is the oldest South Korean machine tool manufacturer.
Today, our company is one of the leading manufacturers in terms of technology and quality. Over 80 years of experience and forward-thinking expertise are embedded in each of our machine tools.
Product Range
- Horizontal and Vertical Lathes
- Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers
- Automation Solutions
- Clamping Devices
- Software
Founded
1945
Employees
approx. 1,500
Worldwide
4 production sites in South Korea
6 subsidiaries
59 dealers and representatives

We are a medium-sized, family-owned company. This means that as a machine tool manufacturer, we are not accountable to any shareholders, but only to our customers and employees.


High-Tech in Craftsmanship
Machine Tool Manufacturing at Hwacheon.
We have continuously expanded our expertise, invested in research and development, and today we have one of the most modern manufacturing facilities for machine tools.
Perfect and optimal components are the foundation for the overall quality of our machine tools. To ensure this, we have a high degree of manufacturing depth – from our own foundry to bed processing and our in-house spindle production.
Spindles - Power & Precision
As the heart of every machine, Hwacheon spindles are developed and manufactured in-house – precise, durable, and perfected with the highest craftsmanship.
Box Guide Ways
Our hand-scraped box guide ways set standards in precision, durability, and nearly maintenance-free performance – a result of traditional craftsmanship combined with cutting-edge technology.
Manufacturing Depth That Counts
Our comprehensive bed and component machining – from our own foundry to final manufacturing – ensures the highest precision and quality at every production stage.

Quality Starts with Casting
Our own foundry forms the foundation for the highest quality and precision – from the initial shaping to the perfect machine bed.


Compelling Added Value from In-House Production
Our machining centers and lathes owe their longevity, reliability, and precision to the unique combination of forward-thinking technologies, high-quality components, and intelligent design – optimized and built for robust, continuous operation.
Personal, Competent, and Directly On-Site.
The Service from Hwacheon.
Competent consulting, service, training, trial machining – in Germany, we have a modern demonstration center with numerous machines on display.
We ensure the high expertise of our service technicians through continuous qualification and further training. In addition, we maintain direct contact with the global Hwacheon service network. This means: access to the full know-how of the machine tool manufacturer and optimal spare parts availability for you.
Furthermore, you can get to know our modern demonstration center in detail and, if desired, have trial machining carried out. We host in-house exhibitions, workshops, and regularly participate in numerous international trade fairs.
Additionally, you can get to know our modern demonstration center in detail and, if desired, carry out test machining. We host in-house exhibitions, workshops, and you will regularly meet us at numerous international trade shows.


Meet the Hwacheon Team in Person.
We look forward to seeing you.
All Solutions, One Partner
Your One-Stop Partner, Hwacheon.
Drilling, Turning, Milling – we offer you a complete range of machine tools in all stages of development. With us, you get durable and extremely stable lathes and milling machines with particularly high drive power. The extensive configuration options enable the economically and technically optimal machine setup for all your application areas.
Everything for Your Competitive Advantage.
Machine Tools from Hwacheon.

Grow with Hwacheon.
Your Right Decision.
By choosing us, you opt for durable and robust machine tool construction with impressive availability. Additionally, we offer German service with short distances, quick problem-solving, and optimal parts availability.
We provide many real added values that don't cost more. Your investments are long-term protected, and you'll achieve a faster return on investment (ROI).