Resources & feedstocks
We review the feedstock origin, properties and intended use.
Microbial fermentation materials foundry
SIGNALCARE develops protein and functional materials by fermenting agricultural, marine and food resources. Our materials foundry covers raw-material research, fermentation, processing, product applications and supply discussions.
From raw-material research to product applications
A microbial fermentation materials foundry
Our Foundry
Agricultural, marine and food resources
for industrial materials
Microbial fermentation
We design microbial fermentation and processing around the feedstock.
Materials & products
We review product applications against material properties and customer requirements.
Processes and manufacturing conditions
for materials development
We review raw-material research, fermentation, processing, formulation, product formats and supply requirements against the development goal. Together, we define the stages required and SIGNALCARE’s role.
Development and manufacturing discussions
01Define the brief
Share the target product, resource, market, timing and volume.
02Review samples and specifications
Use documentation and samples to define the application and review scope.
03Discuss product and process
We discuss product format, fermentation, processing and packaging conditions, along with the evaluations required.
04Manufacturing and supply terms
Discuss quantities, specifications, delivery, quality documentation and collaboration terms.
Why SIGNALCARE
Fermentation and processing
We review pretreatment, fermentation, milling, screening and packaging for the intended material use. Processing and drying costs, together with manufacturing conditions, guide how research results can be applied in production.
Explore fermentation
Resource characterization
Origin, moisture, physical form and supply conditions inform the material development approach.
Mixed-microorganism fermentation
We research microorganism combinations and fermentation conditions for the resource and target use.
Processing and drying design
We design processing and drying steps around material properties and manufacturing conditions, and review ways to improve efficiency.
Excellence Award — 2025 Agri-food Startup Contest (Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Award)
Registered patents
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Applications
Industries
using our materials
We review ingredient and product applications in protein ingredients, aquaculture and livestock feed, pet food and food. Explore the products and scope of collaboration in each field.
Explore
Materials and product portfolio
Explore protein ingredients, food and pet-food brands, and OEM development partnerships. View products and collaboration options in your area of interest.
From sample assessment
to manufacturing requirements
Fermentation research in Cheongdo, feed manufacturing in Yeongcheon and food materials work in Sangju support our product-development discussions. We review intended use and quality specifications, then discuss the required processes and supply conditions.
Intake and pretreatment
We check the feedstock properties and review the pretreatment needed.
Microorganisms and fermentation
Design fermentation conditions around the resource and material objective.
Milling and screening
Review particle size and product form for the application.
Analysis and application
Sample analysis and formulation reviews inform the next stage of product development.
Our Network
SIGNALCARE business locations
Cheongdo · research and fermentation materials
Our research institute studies microorganisms and raw materials and develops fermentation materials. Research topics reflect each resource’s characteristics and intended use.
- Team
- Strategic Operations · Corporate R&D Center
- Address
- 136-15 Cheongmae-ro, Cheongdo-eup, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
Yeongcheon · feed formulation and manufacturing
A production location for ingredient formulation and feed manufacturing and supply. It works on applying fermentation materials in feed and developing feed products.
- Team
- Business Operations
- Address
- 284-25 Chilbaek-ro, Geumho-eup, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
- General email
- signalcare@
signalcarecorp. com
Sangju · food and functional materials
This location works on food and functional-material applications for edible insects and fermentation resources, reviewing material use and product development against resource characteristics and intended applications.
- Team
- Healthcare Business
- Address
- Building 14, Insect and Sericulture Food Processing Support Center, 1621-27 Muun-ro, Hamchang-eup, Sangju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
- General email
- signalcare@
signalcarecorp. com
Cheongdo · pet products and business
A location for pet materials, products and brand activities. It develops product briefs with attention to everyday pet care and customer experience.
- Team
- Pet Business
- Address
- 42 Hapcheon 2-gil, Hwayang-eup, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
- General email
- signalcare@
signalcarecorp. com
Cheongdo · management and business coordination
The head office coordinates research, manufacturing and brand activities across our locations. It defines roles and scope for work discussed with customers and partners.
- Team
- Management Support
- Address
- SIGNALCARE, 4F, Cheongdo Sangsangmaru, 8 Gosudong 4-gil, Cheongdo-eup, Cheongdo-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
- General email
- signalcare@
signalcarecorp. com
Gyeongsan · branding and marketing
This location presents our materials and products through brand planning, design and marketing. It turns technical and product information into content and brand experiences customers can understand.
- Team
- Branding
- Address
- 5F, 251 Nammae-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
- Main enquiries
- +82-70-4772-4763
Processing by-products
for their intended use
We review fermentation and processing of agricultural and food by-products into formats such as powders and pellets. Raw-material composition, moisture and required specifications guide the process review.
Before · Food by-productsAfter · Powder & pellets
Before
Agricultural and food by-products
We review particle size, moisture and supply conditions to assess suitable uses for agricultural and food by-products.
Microbial fermentation · Processing
After
Powder and pellet materials
We review powder and pellet forms and specifications for the intended use through fermentation, processing and formulation design.
SIGNALCARE news
All news
Jeju by-product sourcing and recovery MOU with Moseulpo Fisheries Cooperative
SIGNALCARE and Moseulpo Fisheries Cooperative agreed to work together to source and recover marine and agricultural by-products in Jeju, including Sargassum horneri seaweed. The cooperative will help coordinate collection and supply, while SIGNALCARE will explore uses in functional materials and feed ingredients.
2026 Cheongdo Persimmon Festival exhibition
SIGNALCARE presented its materials and brand products at the joint promotion pavilion at Cheongdo Public Stadium.
Exchange at the Korea Social Value Festa
SIGNALCARE joined the event at COEX in Seoul to discuss resource use and commercialisation.
Frequently asked questions
What does a materials foundry do?
We review fermentation, processing and product applications for each raw material. Alongside finished products, we discuss the ingredients, processes and supply conditions needed for a customer’s formulation or product development.
What should I include in an initial enquiry?
Please include the raw material or product, intended use, desired format and specifications, estimated quantity and preferred schedule. If some details are undecided, start with your development goal.
How do ingredient supply and OEM or joint development differ?
Ingredient supply discussions focus on composition, specifications, formulation use, packaging and logistics. OEM and joint development define a broader scope covering product concept, formulation, format, packaging and manufacturing conditions.
How are samples and specification data reviewed?
We first agree on the material and assessment purpose, then discuss samples, analytical items and specification data. The review uses information relevant to the test conditions to assess product applications.
How are minimum order quantities and lead times agreed?
Minimum order quantities and lead times are discussed individually according to the product, format, packaging, raw-material availability and manufacturing conditions. Please share your expected quantity and preferred schedule so we can review the supply conditions.
Can I discuss joint development with only an idea?
Discussions can begin with a product idea, an available raw material or an existing formulation you want to improve. We review the fermentation, processing, format and assessment requirements, then agree on roles and development scope.
When should I share confidential formulations or technical information?
For the first enquiry, share only the product goal and raw-material outline you can disclose. Before detailed formulations or process information are exchanged, discuss the scope, handling terms and whether a separate confidentiality agreement is needed.