Multifunctional coatings that control light, heat, and surface behaviour
1.16 → 2.00
The widest PFAS-free refractive index platform from a single supplier. 100% PFAS-free across the entire RI 1.16–2.00 range. Born from Philips Research. Founded 2006 on Chemelot. Now operating from Nuth, The Netherlands.
Why leading OEMs choose Kriya→Where Kriya fits
Multi-functional coatings — optical, mechanical, and physical properties from a single platform
Each coating can combine multiple functions in a single layer. Click to explore.
| Coating function | RI range | Displays | Auto Thermal | Auto Optics | AR/VR | Photonics | Solar/Building |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
▸Anti-reflection (AR) | 1.16 – 2.00 | ||||||
▸Hard coating | 1.48 – 1.52 | ||||||
▸Antistatic (ESD) | 1.50 – 1.60 | ||||||
▸Anti-fouling / anti-smudge | 1.38 – 1.46 | ||||||
▸NIR blocking (ATO) | N/A (absorber) | ||||||
▸Low RI (LRI) | 1.16 – 1.40 | ||||||
▸High RI (HRI) | 1.65 – 2.00 | ||||||
▸Anti-glare | 1.42 – 1.55 | ||||||
▸UV protection | 1.60 – 1.80 | ||||||
▸Light extraction | 1.65 – 2.00 | ||||||
▸Anti-soiling | 1.42 – 1.50 | ||||||
▸Conductivity | 1.45 – 1.65 | ||||||
▸Multilayer AR | 1.16 – 2.00 (stack) | ||||||
▸NIL resin (nanoimprint) | 1.34 – 2.00 | ||||||
▸Multi-functional (combined) | 1.16 – 2.00 |
Technology evolution
From single-function to integrated material systems
Single-function
One layer, one job: hardcoat, anti-static, or AR.
Multi-functional
Multiple functions per layer: AS + AF + HC in one step.
Integrated systems
Complete optical architectures from a unified PFAS-free platform.
Validated at scale
“500,000 kg antistatic hardcoat supplied over 4 years to a major display OEM”
“ULR haze 0.41% vs incumbent 0.68% (3-layer Japanese supplier) — lower haze, higher hardness, zero curl”
“ATO haze 0.2–0.3% validated by Tier-1 PVB interlayer partner for automotive”
“200,000 fold cycles passed — 20x durability vs sputtered AR hardcoats”
Trusted across industries
>500 companies. 10+ industries. One platform.
From consumer electronics to automotive, solar, and emerging photonics — Kriya coatings are qualified across the optical supply chain.
Consumer displays
Residual reflection below 0.15%
Automotive OEMs
9 degrees C cabin temperature reduction
Solar energy
+3.9% absolute transmission gain
AR/VR headsets
Sub-100nm NIL feature fidelity
Photonics & metalenses
RI up to 2.00 for waveguide coupling
Foldable displays
200,000 fold cycles passed at 1mm radius
Optical films
Multi-layer AR on PET and TAC
Building glazing
35% HVAC energy saving
Automotive LIDAR
AR tuned at 905 and 1550 nm
Chemical industry
PFAS-free AF at WCA >100 degrees
Interactive tools
Explore our platform yourself
RI Platform Explorer
RI 1.16-2.00
Find coatings by refractive index, chemistry, or function across the full 1.16-2.00 range.
Try it→Calculation Model 887
-9 C interior
Estimate EV range extension and AC power savings from ATO solar heat control glazing.
Try it→Coating Stack Designer
R < 0.15%
Design multi-layer AR and functional stacks with real-time Transfer Matrix Method simulation.
Try it→Building Energy Calculator
35% HVAC saving
Quantify energy, CO2, and cost impact of ATO solar heat control glazing on commercial buildings.
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