DSC daechang seat co.
Corporate brand
UnclaimedSouth Korean automotive seat frame specialist founded in 1979, supplying Hyundai and Kia with seat frames and lumbar support systems worldwide.
Last updated September 26, 2026
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Overview
DSC daechang seat co. is a South Korean automotive parts manufacturer specialising in seat frames and related mechanisms for passenger vehicles. Established in 1979, the company has grown into a dedicated seat frame specialist, earning TS16949 and ISO14001 certifications for quality and environmental management. Its product portfolio includes frame assemblies for seat backs and cushions, power lumbar support systems, and suspension assemblies, supplied primarily to Hyundai and Kia models such as the Avante (Elantra), Sonata, and i30. The company describes itself as pursuing 'a futuristic first-class company that respects humanity' and aims to become the world's leading car seat frame manufacturer. DSC operates a global manufacturing network. Its history records the establishment of overseas plants in Turkey (2006), the Czech Republic (2007), India (Chennai 2006, Pune 2011, Orgadum 2013), China (Cangzhou and Ningbo 2016), Slovakia (2015), and the United States (Indianapolis 2017, Alabama 2019). In 2017 it opened a new headquarters building in Dongtan, South Korea. The company has received numerous awards, including the Jang Young Sil Prize and recognition as a model taxpayer. DSC's core products are seat frames and lumbar support mechanisms. It produces front and back frame assemblies for low-cost and mid-size models, 2-way and 4-way power lumbar supports, and suspension assemblies. The company emphasises innovation management, customer satisfaction, and global co-work as part of its management policy. With over 40 years of tradition, DSC continues to expand its global footprint and technological capabilities in automotive seating.
History
DSC daechang seat co. was established in 1979 in South Korea as a manufacturer of automotive seat frames. Over the following decades, the company focused on developing expertise in seat frame technology, eventually earning TS16949 and ISO14001 certifications, which recognised its quality and environmental management systems. By the 2000s, DSC had begun expanding its manufacturing footprint globally to serve major automotive customers such as Hyundai and Kia. In 2005, DSC established the Gwangju factory in South Korea. The following year, 2006, saw the establishment of the Turkey plant and the Chennai plant in India, marking the company's first major overseas manufacturing operations. In 2007, DSC established the Czech plant in Europe. In 2010, the company was selected as a venture company and an INNO-BIZ (innovative technology) small and medium business. In 2011, DSC established the Pune plant in India. In 2013, the Orgadum plant in India was established, and DSC was selected as an excellent supplier by Hyundai Dymos. In 2014, DSC received the grand prize from the Gyeongju Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In 2015, the Slovakia plant was established. In 2016, DSC established the Cangzhou and Ningbo plants in China. In 2017, DSC opened its new headquarters building in Dongtan, South Korea, and established the Indianapolis plant in the USA. In 2018, DSC was awarded the Jang Young Sil Prize and recognised as a model taxpayer. In 2019, DSC established the Alabama plant in the USA and established Daechang Seat Co., LTD in AP. Throughout its history, DSC has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the 2nd Businessman who brought glory to Korea in 2006 (Parts sector of Vehicle), the grand prize of Chief executive officer in Korea (Hankyoreh ENC) in 2007, the 10th grand prize of Industrial peace in Gyeong-Buk in 2007, the Commendation from Minister of the 45th Taxpayers' Day in 2011, the 38th Commerce and Industry Day Industrial Packing Prize in 2011, and the 55th Trade Day honor of a stone pagoda tower industry in 2018. The company continues to operate globally, with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.
- 2019
Established Alabama plant in USA; established Daechang Seat Co., LTD in AP.
- 2018
Awarded Jang Young Sil Prize; recognized as model taxpayer.
- 2017
Opened new headquarters building in Dongtan; established Indianapolis plant in USA.
- 2016
Established Cangzhou and Ningbo plants in China.
- 2015
Established Slovakia plant.
- 2014
Awarded grand prize from Gyeongju Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- 2013
Established Orgadum plant in India; selected as excellent supplier by Hyundai Dymos.
- 2011
Established Pune plant in India.
- 2010
Selected as venture company and INNO-BIZ small and medium business.
- 2007
Established Czech plant.
Products and positioning
Specialist in automotive seat frames, aiming to be the world's leading car seat frame manufacturer.
FRAME ASSY-FRONT BACK
Low-cost, Avante (AD), Sonata (LF), HI; options: ventilation, lumber, manual/power, airbags, IMS; Hyundai/Kia second generation standard frame.
2WAY POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT
Hyundai/Kia small/medium sheet application, passenger waist support, technical cooperation with BROSE.
COMPACT 2WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT
Models: i30(PD); option: 2-way power; compact 2-way power lumbar support, DSC Readers 2 Way Power Lumber Support, applying new mechanism, weight and cost savings.
COMPACT 4WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT
Models: TM to be applied; option: 4-way power; DSC Readers 4 Way Power Lumber Support, passenger waist support.
SUSPENSION ASSY-FRT BACK
Models: Avante(AD)…
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