A game-changing showcase in Yokohama
This past May, das-Nano had the privilege of taking the stage at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2025 in Yokohama alongside Volkswagen Anhui ā a milestone moment for our technology and its growing relevance in Asiaās automotive landscape. Our joint presentation with Fernando Pinto Basto, Head of PaintShop at Volkswagen Anhui, was more than just a technical session. It was a strong industry endorsement of how terahertz technology is not only viable but critical to the future of quality control in vehicle manufacturing.
Precision, efficiency and sustainability ā now a reality
In a packed session that captured significant attention and generated positive feedback, Volkswagen Anhui shared how they are redefining paint inspection standards through the implementation of das-Nano Irys, our advanced terahertz-based solution for multilayer coating inspection.
Key benefits highlighted include:
- Micron-level accuracy: Each coating layer is measured with Ā±1 Āµm precision.
- Full automation: Contactless, non-destructive measurement across metallic, plastic and composite surfaces.
- Cost reduction: Optimized use of paint materials and minimization of reworks.
- Reduced environmental footprint: Smarter use of materials and minimized waste.
- Data-driven control: Real-time analytics for informed decisions and continuous process improvement.
As presented in Yokohama, Irys has already proven its robustness across major OEMs worldwide, with results validated against the gold standard of microscopy, offering reproducibility and repeatability (R&R) with standard deviations under 0.5 Āµm.
From Navarra to Anhui ā a new global standard
The success story of das-Nanoās collaboration with Volkswagen Anhui represents a larger shift in the automotive manufacturing ecosystem: moving from legacy inspection tools to next-generation, non-contact systems that deliver speed, accuracy and intelligence. This is not just a pilot ā itās already in rollout. As shown on the global map shared during the session, Volkswagen is actively deploying terahertz technology in factories across Europe, the U.S., and China, with das-Nano powering 85% of all industrial terahertz installations worldwide.
A testimonial of trust and transformation
“das-Nanoās terahertz system has enabled us to unlock a new level of control in our paint shop. The precision and reliability of the data we now have is helping us drive efficiency, sustainability, and ultimately, product quality. Itās not just a tool ā itās a strategic enabler.” ā
Fernando Pinto Basto, Head of PaintShop, Volkswagen Anhui
The power of collaboration
None of this would have been possible without the strategic partnerships that supported our presence at AEE2025. We extend our deepest thanks to DJK Group and Konica Minolta for their trust and hospitality, and for helping us bring our message ā and our technology ā to one of the most important innovation hubs in the automotive world. With this momentum, das-Nano continues to scale its impact in Asia and beyond, setting a new benchmark in smart manufacturing and sustainable automotive production.
