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KORAM
Korea Institute for Rare Metals
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CI Introduction

Our Logo

Our Logo

As a symbol of rotation and circulation, the main concept is the circulation of resources.
Lines starting from the center and spreading outward represent the bright prospects and developments of future materials technology.
Visually expressed the importance of resources for a sustainable future and the value of its cycle.

Symbol Mark

black-and-white symbol logo

The symbol mark is a symbol that best reveals the formative characteristics and symbolism of the National Rare Metal Center.
Therefore, make sure to follow the rules and principles of applying symbol marksNo image damage, such as distortion, deformation, or misuse, should occur. For readability, it is prohibited to use below the symbol mark minimum size rule.

Minimum size

Minimum Size Regulation

Logo Type

Korean and English Logo Type

The logo type is the most important symbol that integrates the image of the National Rare Metal Center
It is a representative mark of internal and external visual communication, so special attention is required when using it.
For readability, use is prohibited below the logo type minimum size rule.

Minimum size

Minimum Size Regulation

Signature A, B

Signature A

Signature A

The signature left-right combination type refers to a combination of symbols and logo types in the optimal proportion according to a certain standard, and an appropriate combination should be used in consideration of the application space layout depending on the application medium, but the set principles should be observed for the combination method. For readability, the use of the signature left-right combination type below the minimum size rule is prohibited.

Minimum size

Minimum Size Regulation
Signature B

Signature B

The signature top-down combination type refers to a combination of symbols and logo types in the optimal proportion according to a certain standard, and an appropriate combination should be used in consideration of the application space layout depending on the application medium, but the set principles should be observed for the combination method. For readability, the use of the signature top-down combination type below the minimum size rule is prohibited.

Minimum size

Minimum Size Regulation

Clear space

Minimum space definition for signature left-right combination logos

Signature A

Minimum space definition for signature top-bottom combination logos

Signature B

The minimum space regulation is the minimum margin necessary to clarify the distinction between the logo type and the surrounding elements, and other design elements or characters cannot be displayed in the clear space, and an appropriate space must be secured.

Color System

Primary

PANTONE® 287 C

KORAM BLUE
  • CMYK 100. 88. 18. 0
  • RGB 4. 56. 130
  • HEX #043882

Secondary

PANTONE® Black

KORAM BLACK
  • CMYK 0. 0. 0. 95
  • RGB 0. 0. 0
  • HEX #231815

PANTONE® 650 C

KORAM Blue gray
  • CMYK 20. 11. 5. 0
  • RGB 211. 220. 232
  • HEX #d3dce8

PANTONE® 2336 C

KORAM Gray
  • CMYK 0. 0. 0. 85
  • RGB 76. 73. 72
  • HEX #4c4948

Dedicated colors are an important factor in shaping the brand identity of the National Rare Metals Center.
Depending on the characteristics of the applied medium, both primary and star colors can be used. During printing, the PANTONE color and CMYK color must be observed, and the optimum state closest to the illustrated color is maintained.

Color Variation

KORAM Blue gray color variation 1

KORAM Blue gray

KORAM BLACK color variation 2

KORAM BLACK

KORAM Gray color variation 3

KORAM Gray

KORAM BLUE color variation 4

KORAM BLUE

The use of logo color is a very important factor in the formation of the national rare metal center image.
Depending on the expression medium, it can be used freely within the scope presented, but the use of unspecified colors without any special purpose is prohibited.

Incorrect Logo Usage

If the shape of the National Rare Metal Center logo is arbitrarily changed, the original image is damaged, so the standard form must be used.
Make sure to comply with the illustrated prohibition of use so that the image can be delivered correctly.

Shape Random Variations and Distortion - Prohibited Use Examples Size Random Variations - Prohibited Use Examples Any Variations of Slope - Prohibited Use Examples Color Random Variations - Prohibited Use Examples Apply gradation arbitrarily - Prohibited Use Examples Use some different colors - Prohibited use examples Use on a Complex Background - Prohibited Use Examples Represented only by outline - Prohibited use example Application of Outer Boundaries - Prohibited Use Examples Lack of distinction from background colors - Prohibited use examples Use logo perimeter borders when applying background colors - Prohibited use examples Symbols and Other Shape Combinations - Prohibited Use Examples

Background Color Usage

Logo usage regulations against black and white backgrounds – recommend using default colors or switching to white

black & white background

Logo usage regulations on color background – adjust logo color according to brightness

Color background

It is important to express clearly identifiable when using the color of the logo, and when the Primary Logo is located above the background color, it is used according to the following regulations. If the clarity is inferior depending on the background color, it is applied as white. However, if the clarity is high, the basic color is applied. When applying, consult with the management department.

Typeface Korean

Typeface Korean

The dedicated typeface of the National Rare Metal Center is designated to maintain a consistent image of various visual transmission media, and in general communication that requires readability, a dedicated typeface should be used.

Typeface English

Typeface English

The dedicated typeface of the National Rare Metal Center is designated to maintain a consistent image of various visual transmission media, and in general communication that requires readability, a dedicated typeface should be used.

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