Tanus Co., Ltd. is an advanced materials technology company founded in 2011 by CEO Lee Young-ki. Its main focus is the development and production of airless tires and inserts for bicycles, and recently, the company has been expanding its business into the medical device sector utilizing new shock-absorbing material technology.

Tannus is an advanced materials company recognized for its technological prowess in the field of airless bicycle tires and tire inserts, based on its proprietary polymer Aither Compound. Going beyond just bicycle tires, the company is contributing to the realization of social value by expanding its business into the medical device market through shock-absorbing material technology designed to protect human safety. Leveraging its capability to directly research and manufacture core technologies, Tannus has secured a dominant position in the market.

Business sectors

• Development and Production of Bicycle Airless Tires and Inserts: We develop and produce puncture-resistant airless tires and bicycle tire inserts based on our proprietary functional new material, the 'Aither' compound. Through this, our technological capabilities are recognized in the global bicycle market.
• Medical Device Business Based on Novel Shock-Absorbing Materials: We have completed the development of 'Quanfoam,' a speed-responsive novel shock-absorbing material, and are expanding into the medical device business sector, utilizing this material for products such as hip braces. We are contributing to ensuring the safety of the elderly, including preventing falls.
• Import and Sales of Bicycle Accessories: In addition to solid tires and inserts for bicycles, we are diversifying our business areas by importing and selling electric bicycles, helmets, and more.

Products

• Airless Tire: A non-pneumatic tire produced with special foam that does not require air inflation, providing 100% puncture prevention. We are leading the global market through continuous technological innovation, including lightweighting, improved ride comfort, and the application of eco-friendly materials.
• Tire Inserts (Armour, Tubeless): These products protect bicycle rims and enhance riding performance and stability. They include 'Armour,' an insert for tubes, and 'Armour Tubeless,' an insert for tubeless tires. They protect the rims from strong impacts and support stable riding.
• Quanfoam Hip Support: A Class 1 medical device utilizing speed-responsive shock-absorbing STF new material, this is an underwear-type hip protector consisting of a garment and a padded splint. It functions to prevent hip fractures by absorbing impact in the event of a fall.

Special Features

• Proprietary Advanced Material Technology: We possess proprietary core technologies, including our self-developed polymer Aither Compound and the novel speed-responsive shock-absorbing STF (Shear-Thickening Fluid) material 'Quanfoam'. We are a true manufacturing company that handles everything directly, from material research to product production.
• Global Market Competitiveness and Export Performance: We hold the number one global market share in the bicycle airless tire sector and export to approximately 40 countries, including Europe, the United States, and Australia. Having achieved cumulative export sales of over 1 million units, our quality and performance are recognized internationally.
• Business Diversification and Innovative Growth: We have successfully expanded our business beyond bicycle tire manufacturing into the medical device market utilizing new shock-absorbing material technology. We are recognized as an innovative growth-oriented venture company, having received the Special Award at the 2023 Gyeongnam SME Awards and being selected as an Excellent Job Creation Enterprise by Gimhae City.

💡 A word from Jobploy
Tannus Co., Ltd. is a company that manufactures bicycle tires and medical devices based on advanced materials technology. Positions primarily include production, R&D, and quality control roles; expertise in handling precision materials and an understanding of quality management are essential. As a foreign worker, an active attitude is required to adhere to safety regulations and actively participate in acquiring technical skills.