JK Lighting Co., Ltd. is a South Korea-based global manufacturer specializing in infrared heat lamps and LED lighting solutions. Headquartered in Yongin-si, Gyeonggi Province, the company has established a reputation for technological excellence, quality manufacturing, and export-oriented production. With a focus on innovation and product reliability, JK Lighting supplies advanced heating and lighting technologies to customers in over 40 countries worldwide.
Company Background
Founded in 1996, JK Lighting Co., Ltd. began as a specialized producer of infrared heating lamps and has since expanded its portfolio to include high-performance LED lamps. For more than 25 years, the company has built a strong presence in industrial heating, livestock farming, food processing, and general lighting sectors. With vertically integrated production capabilities and a commitment to R&D, JK Lighting continues to pioneer in the heat and light technology space.
Operating under the flagship brand HEAT PLUS, JK Lighting has become synonymous with durability, safety, and energy efficiency, particularly in demanding industrial and agricultural applications.
Core Business
JK Lighting focuses on the design, engineering, and manufacturing of:
- Infrared Heating Lamps for agricultural, industrial, and medical applications
- LED Lamps for commercial and residential lighting
Its product lines serve a variety of sectors, including livestock farming, food service, healthcare, retail, and general-purpose illumination.
Product and Service Offerings
Infrared Heat Lamps
- One Piece Blown PAR Lamps: Heat-resistant, pressure-sealed lamps manufactured from a single piece of blown glass. Designed for high thermal durability and shatter resistance.
- Infrared Heat Lamps: Widely used in piglet heating, poultry brooding, food warming stations, and therapeutic heating. Available in clear and red versions with wattages ranging from 100W to 250W.
LED Lighting
- LED Light Bulbs: High-efficiency, long-lifespan bulbs for indoor and outdoor use. Designed to reduce energy consumption by up to 80% compared to incandescent lamps.
- PAR38 One Piece Blown Glass Bulbs: Specialty bulbs for outdoor, retail, and spotlighting applications. Offers improved heat dissipation and superior optical performance.
JK Lighting also provides:
- Custom design services for OEM/ODM clients
- International voltage compatibility (110V/220V/240V)
- CE, RoHS, and UL-certified products
Unique Selling Proposition
JK Lighting’s strengths lie in:
- Proprietary One Piece Blown Glass Technology: Enhances product safety and thermal resistance.
- Global Compliance: Products meet international safety and efficiency certifications (CE, RoHS, UL, PSE).
- Durability: Heat lamps engineered for 2,000+ hours of continuous operation in high-temperature environments.
- Export Experience: Over two decades of shipping to major markets including the US, Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
The HEAT PLUS brand is particularly well-regarded for its application in animal husbandry and food service, offering reliable, even heat distribution without open flame or high energy demand.
Financials and Production Capacity
While JK Lighting does not publicly disclose detailed financials, its global reach and continuous presence in trade shows and international catalogs suggest annual revenue in the range of USD 10–15 million. The company’s facility is equipped to:
- Produce over 5 million lamps annually
- Fulfill custom private-label and OEM contracts
- Ship to 40+ international destinations with dedicated export support
Shipment Records
According to data obtained from platforms such as ImportYeti and Volza, JK Lighting has completed over 600 international shipments between 2019 and 2023. Key export regions include:
- United States
- Germany
- Turkey
- Vietnam
- Japan
The most frequently exported items are 175W and 250W infrared heat lamps, primarily for agricultural applications. Shipment values range from USD 5,000 to USD 80,000 per consignment, depending on product configuration and destination.
Target Market
JK Lighting serves a diverse global clientele, including:
- Agricultural equipment suppliers
- Food service equipment distributors
- Veterinary and animal welfare suppliers
- Hardware and lighting wholesalers
- OEM partners in lighting and heating systems
Their heat lamps are widely adopted in pig and poultry farms, food heating stations, greenhouses, and spa/therapy centers.
Manufacturing and R&D Capabilities
The company’s manufacturing facilities include:
- High-precision glass blowing machines for one-piece lamp production
- Vacuum sealing and gas-filling lines for infrared lamps
- LED chip mounting and encapsulation units
- Automated aging test and life-cycle verification labs
Its R&D team focuses on:
- Improving infrared heat distribution efficiency
- Developing anti-explosion and shatter-resistant lamp designs
- Enhancing LED performance with custom optics and smart control integration
The company also collaborates with Korean universities and materials labs to further innovation in thermal and optical technologies.
Certifications and Compliance
- CE Certified (Conformité Européenne)
- RoHS Compliant (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
- UL Listed for the U.S. and Canadian markets
- PSE Certification for Japan
- All products manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems
JK Lighting provides detailed compliance documentation and testing reports to support global product registration and distribution.
Customer Testimonials
“The HEAT PLUS infrared lamps from JK Lighting are incredibly durable, even in harsh barn conditions. We’ve used them for years in our pig nursery.”
– Livestock Equipment Supplier, Germany
“We’ve partnered with JK Lighting for our food warming systems. Their one-piece glass lamps have excellent longevity and no safety issues.”
– Food Equipment Distributor, UAE
Major Achievements
- Exported to over 40 countries across five continents
- Developed Korea’s first One Piece Blown Infrared Lamp with thermal shock resistance
- Participated in international exhibitions including Light + Building (Germany) and Korea Machinery Fair
- Supplier to top-tier agricultural and veterinary product brands
- Maintains OEM partnerships with lighting and thermal system brands in Europe and Asia
JK Lighting Co., Ltd. continues to innovate and deliver advanced infrared heating and LED lighting solutions tailored to global industrial and agricultural markets. With over 25 years of proven performance, the company remains a dependable partner for businesses seeking safe, efficient, and long-lasting thermal and lighting technologies.