QLOP and XIOM Launch Collaboration in Korean Market with Table Tennis Rubber Cutter 'EZCUT' as First Joint Product

QLOP LLC (Headquarters: Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Representative Member: Takashi Oda) announces the start of a collaboration with XIOM, a global table tennis brand originating from Korea, targeting the Korean market. As the first initiative, the companies will launch the table tennis-specific rubber cutter 'EZCUT'.

This product is a collaborative model based on the rubber cutter developed by QLOP, branded under XIOM and tailored for the Korean market. It proposes a new equipment experience by allowing players to personally complete the final finishing of their rubber sheets.

QLOP has focused on the cutting process of excess rubber that occurs after attaching table tennis rubbers, developing specialized tools that empower players to finish their own equipment. To date, the cumulative number of units shipped on a manufacturing and wholesale basis has reached 5,500, with approximately 3,000 units having entered the market (as of April 2026). This collaboration with XIOM represents an international expansion effort built upon these achievements.

EZCUT (XIOM Model Rubber Cutter)

XIOM, born in Korea, is now a global table tennis brand present in markets across Asia, Europe, and the United States. The brand has consistently pursued a balance between quality and innovation, introducing new value through table tennis equipment. This collaboration combines QLOP's product development capabilities with XIOM's brand strength and market reach in Korea, offering a new choice for the Korean table tennis community.

In table tennis, the process of attaching, cutting, and trimming rubber holds significant importance as part of preparing for play. However, rubber cutting is often delegated to shop staff or experienced players, limiting opportunities for individual players to actively participate. EZCUT is a product that proposes a new value—allowing players to finish their equipment according to their own feel and preference.

QLOP aims to be a brand that stands alongside those who challenge themselves. The company has centered its product development on supporting the moment when players choose to engage with something slightly difficult using their own hands, in pursuit of improvement and personal expression. Similarly, XIOM has always valued the approach of not simply following existing standards but presenting new value. This collaboration is not merely a product partnership but a convergence of both companies' philosophies.

Philip Kim, CEO of XIOM

Comment from Philip Kim, CEO of XIOM:

"EZCUT is a product that proposes a new experience—allowing players to finish their equipment based on their own sense. With QLOP, we share not just a product development goal, but a vision of expanding player autonomy. Starting from the Korean market, XIOM will deliver this new value to more players worldwide.

Notably, at the recently held '2026 XIOM ITTF World Masters Table Tennis Championships' in Korea, XIOM operated an offline booth as the official sponsor, conducting live demonstrations and on-site sales of 'EZCUT.' The product received enthusiastic interest and positive feedback from participants and visitors from the U.S. and 85 countries worldwide, achieving sales results beyond expectations and proving its potential for success in both the Korean and global markets."

Takashi Oda, Representative of QLOP LLC

Comment from Takashi Oda, Representative Member of QLOP LLC:

"I deeply resonate with XIOM's philosophy. The mindset of creating new value rather than simply following established norms aligns closely with QLOP's core beliefs. We aspire to be a brand that walks alongside those who challenge themselves. I would be delighted if EZCUT becomes a step for players in Korea to personally complete their own playing experience."

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Product Overview Product Name: EZCUT Target Market: Korean Market Content: XIOM × QLOP Collaboration Model Base Product: QLOP-developed Table Tennis-Specific Rubber Cutter Launch Date: April 2026 Distribution Method: To be distributed through XIOM's sales network

https://xiom.store/

EZCUT 85,000 KRW

About QLOP LLC QLOP is a brand dedicated to developing products and services that propose new experiential value in table tennis. The company focuses on craftsmanship that supports players in finishing their equipment by hand and discovering their own unique feel through the process of challenge.

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Note: EZCUT is not planned for sale in Japan.

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