Explore Our Journey
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1937
Chosun Machine Works is established. -
1960
Begins design creation and machine production. -
1970-72
Begins large-scale production system. Produces first articulated dump truck. -
1977-78
Creates Construction Equipment Division. Produces first crawler excavator.
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1980s
Mass produces excavators on the global market. -
1991
Enters the North American market. -
2000
Machinery production begins under the Daewoo brand. -
2000s
Expanding machine lineup includes early development of our smart solutions, Concept-X.
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2005
Acquires Daewoo Machinery and incorporates Doosan Group -
2019
Hosts industry’s first successful live demonstration of fully autonomous construction equipment, Concept-X. -
2021
HD Hyundai purchases company and establishes Hyundai Doosan Infracore. -
2021-22
Expands lineup with all-new mini excavator models and dozer category.
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2023
Brand begins a new era as DEVELON. -
2024
Introduces first compact track loader. -
2026
Formation of our parent brand, HD Construction Equipment, formerly HD Hyundai Infracore and HD Hyundai Construction Equipment. -
2026
North American introduction of next-generation (-9) excavators.
Award-Winning Innovation
Our practical innovations drive operational efficiencies. Those breakthroughs have also helped us earn recognition from some of the most respected authorities in our industry.
Top 100 New Products
Construction Equipment, 2024
DX100W-7 Mini Wheel Excavator, DX17Z-7 Mini Excavator, DTL35 Compact Track Loader, HB-Series Hydraulic Breakers
Top 100 New Products
Construction Equipment, 2023
Wheel Excavators: DX140W-7, DX190W-7, DX210W-7
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