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AULAND-- Innovative Nanocoating Solutions to Revolutionize Electronics Waterproofing

The modern world is shaped by a symbiotic relationship between humans and their electronic companions, influencing our daily routines. Preserving the lifespan and reliability of these essential gadgets is crucial for ensuring the resilience of technology in our lives. Protective coatings for waterproofing play a pivotal role in achieving this goal by ensuring our devices remain durable, reliable, and capable of withstanding the challenges of dynamic and unpredictable environments.

Auland, a high-tech enterprise founded in 2017 in Shenzhen, stands at the forefront of revolutionizing waterproofing solutions for electrical products. In response to the challenges posed by the conventional approach to waterproofing, it has developed cutting-edge solutions that redefine industry standards.

Nano Coating Excellence through Auland's eShield Coatings

Auland's proprietary eShield coatings are groundbreaking. Its nanocoating provides a wide spectrum of protection, including waterproofing up to IPX8, resistance to mold, anti-salt fog properties, corrosion prevention, oxygen barrier capabilities, UV stability, and the ability to withstand high temperatures. This coating is only a few nanometers thin, around 1/1000,000 times the thickness of conventional coatings.

With this impressive range of attributes, Auland is a leader in providing cost-effective, high-quality solutions to meet the growing demand for water-resistant electronic devices.

Distinct Competitive Edge through Superior Technology

Conventional methodologies for achieving water resistance, such as dip and spray coating, have long been associated with environmental drawbacks due to the use of chemical solvents and their adverse impact on air quality. Auland's nano coating process is solvent-free, representing a paradigm shift toward a more environmentally friendly and efficient solution.

“Our nano coating process eliminates the need for post-curing, further streamlining the production process. This means that products are ready for shipment immediately after coating, saving time and resources,” says Andy Yang, CEO and founder of Auland.

Auland uses a method called Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) to deposit a nano coating film directly onto the surface of products. This process requires no solvents and is carried out in a vacuum-coating deposition chamber. The vacuum eliminates contaminants from the air and creates a pristine environment where polymerization reactions can occur, resulting in a coating of superior density and quality. This enhances the protective film’s overall quality, ensuring higher density and greater performance.

The coating is truly conformal, wrapping every corner with even coverage and no incremental weight to the device. It also has a high specific strength, good impact resistance, sound insulation, and is flame retardant.

Auland achieves nano coating with minimal material use, making it cost-effective and versatile for high-rise building walls, wind power blades, drone shells, car yachts, and medical implants.

Bolstering a Flexible Business Model

Auland is fundamentally a solutions and services provider guided by the principle of customer-centricity. The company's core focus is on machine and chemical development, distinguishing it from labor-intensive manufacturing entities.

What sets Auland apart is its flexible business model. The company understands that every customer's needs are different, and it has tailored its approach to accommodate this diversity.

Traditional nanocoating is often expensive due to the bulky machines used, costing between half a million to one million US dollars. This is not a feasible option for a mid-sized company.

Auland provides compact, cost-effective, user-friendly machines that can accommodate different product shapes, emphasizing agility and affordability in today's market.

While its competitors favor in-house manufacturing and do not sell their machines to clients, Auland offers the option to install its specialized machines directly in the client’s factory, allowing their operators to handle the coating process. The company also guarantees long-term contracts for maintenance and chemical supply, letting clients retain control over their manufacturing processes and personnel.

“We remain dedicated to advancing technology, relinquishing large-scale manufacturing to focus on innovation and service excellence. Through our strategic partnership, clients can swiftly recoup their capital investment within 6 to 12 months,” says Yang.

Applying the Technology in the Field

As a testament to its success, Auland manages 30 vacuum coating machines and has sold 15 machines to top companies, including a leading red displays company in China and a Nasdaq-listed electrical manufacturer for e-cigarettes. The company holds an ISO 9,001 certification and complies with European institution standards, ensuring its commitment to environmental sustainability.

During the initial phase of client engagement, Auland studies the intended application of their devices. Based on this information, the company's engineering team decides on the material and thickness required for effective protection. Following this, the client provides samples of the product chosen for coating. Auland conducts a range of reliability tests and evaluates what type of deposition process best suits that particular application.

If the client is satisfied with the achieved results, as part of the second phase, it furnishes a quotation that encompasses the coating machine’s cost, as well as daily operational expenses. This includes labor, electricity, and chemical costs associated with machine usage. If the proposed costs align with the client's budget, a contract is finalized.

Auland's machines come in modularized parts that can be assembled wherever the customer prefers, whether in South Asia, Mexico, or any other destination.

Comprehensive Post-Deployment Support

Auland's engineers are subsequently deployed to the designated location, providing the client's team with training and machine maintenance support during the initial two months. The comprehensive support framework also comes with the provision of operation manuals, process guidelines, and factory environment instructions.

The company offers a one-year warranty for the machine, with 24-hour customer support for troubleshooting. Post-warranty charges are primarily incurred for hardware replacements, such as pumps, while technical support fees are minimal. For clients scaling up their operations, the option of on-site engineers is available, ensuring seamless and ongoing support.

Customer-Centric Approach and Global Reach

Guided by its motto, ‘Think for you,’ Auland's unwavering commitment to personalized service resonates with both its B2C and B2B clientele. Its client portfolio spans diverse industries, including earphones, e-cigarettes, LEDs, and automotive sensors, positioning it as a leading OEM and ODM provider of PVD and CVD coaters that addresses a broad spectrum of machine-related requirements.

Auland's flexibility also extends to deploying machines at the customer's preferred location, whether it is South Asia, Mexico, or any other destination, since the machines come in modularized parts that can be assembled.

Innovating for a Resilient Future

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, Auland stands out as a pioneer in ensuring the longevity and resilience of electronic devices. Its nanocoating technology, green and solvent-free approach, and vacuum deposition process have set a new standard for waterproofing. As the company continues to grow and innovate, Auland is committed to shaping a more adaptive and responsive future for the electronic industry.