Ans

Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS), now operating as Tribonex since May 2022, was established in 2007 as a spin-off from research conducted at the Ångström Laboratory at Uppsala University.

The company was co-founded by Mattias Karls.

ANS specializes in providing advanced surface finishing and coating technologies designed to reduce friction and wear on mechanical components. The company serves clients in the industrial and automotive sectors, offering cost-efficient solutions to enhance the durability and performance of parts. A notable partnership was established with the hypercar manufacturer Koenigsegg, demonstrating the high-performance applicability of their technology.

The core of their business is the application of various surface treatment methods, including mechanochemical surface treatment, thermal processing, thermoset surface coatings, and heat treatment. These processes alter the surface properties of materials to minimize friction and wear, which in turn can lead to significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency for their clients.

Keywords: surface engineering, friction reduction, wear resistance, coating technology, automotive components, industrial machinery, surface treatment, tribology, nanotechnology, materials science