Ventex

Initially established as a textile developer in 1999, Ventex has since evolved into a biochemical company focused on nanotechnology. The company was founded by Go Gyeong-chan, who holds doctorate degrees in organic material engineering and medicine. Ventex develops and manufactures advanced materials, including smart textiles and antibacterial biochemicals, for a wide range of industries such as fashion, military, construction, and consumer health.

The company's business model is centered on intensive research and development, resulting in a significant intellectual property portfolio with 93 registered patents in Korea. Ventex manufactures and supplies its proprietary materials to other businesses. For instance, it provides its waterproof Breamax material to the South Korean military for combat boots and its Dry-Zone moisture-wicking technology for uniforms. It also collaborates with companies like Hanssem to create healthier interior products and with Cosmax to develop cosmetics, deodorants, and personal care items.

Key products include 'Healtha Clean', a long-lasting antibacterial spray effective against RNA viruses, and 'Solarball', a heat-generating and insulating material. Other notable technologies are 'Breamax', a waterproof textile, and 'Dry Zone', a fast-drying fabric technology. The firm's revenue is driven by the sale of these materials and products to a client base that includes government bodies and major corporations primarily in Asia and the U.S.A.

Keywords: biochemical materials, smart textiles, nanotechnology, material science, functional fabrics, antibacterial solutions, waterproofing, insulation materials, military textiles, R&D