Toyota Mobility Parts Co., Ltd. Gifu Branch Launches Sales of Multi-Functional Heat-Reflective Paint "Tera Paint" to Help Reduce Air Conditioning Costs for Companies in Gifu Prefecture

Toyota Mobility Parts Co., Ltd. Gifu Branch (Headquarters: Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture; Branch Manager: Naotaka Nakanishi) has started offering the multi-functional heat-reflective paint "Tera Paint," following heat-reflective sheets, as part of its heat mitigation business aimed at improving workplace environments for companies in Gifu Prefecture. This product is a new solution that contributes to reducing power consumption, preventing heatstroke, and protecting equipment by applying it to outdoor units of air conditioning systems.

Background: Intensifying Heat and Regulatory Changes Make "Heat Countermeasures" a Management Priority

In recent years, the increasing frequency of extreme heat has made working conditions in facilities such as repair shops, manufacturing plants, and logistics centers progressively more severe. Additionally, revisions to the Industrial Safety and Health Act effective June 2025 will require companies to further strengthen heatstroke prevention measures. In particular, during summer months, rising electricity costs due to increased air conditioning loads have highlighted challenges affecting both on-site working conditions and business expenses.

What is Tera Paint? A Multi-Functional Heat-Reflective Paint Designed Specifically for Outdoor Units

Conventional heat-reflective paints for exterior walls and roofs are designed to prevent internal heat from escaping, making them unsuitable for application on outdoor equipment as they trap heat generated by machinery.

Tera Paint is a high-performance coating specifically developed for outdoor air conditioning units, using unique irregularly shaped silica instead of hollow beads. It offers the following features:

・ Reflects infrared radiation in sunlight, suppressing temperature rise on the surface of outdoor units

・ Irregularly shaped silica particles create heat dissipation pathways within the coating film, increasing thermal emissivity and efficiently releasing internal machine heat to the outside

・ Highly durable, minimizing film peeling or damage over time

These features improve the heat exchange efficiency of outdoor units, reducing power consumption and equipment stress during cooling operation. In winter, the coating acts as an insulating layer, also contributing to improved heating efficiency.

Verified Results: Demonstrated Energy-Saving Performance

The following effects have been confirmed through demonstration tests:

▼ Energy Savings

Daily average power reduction: 55.2 kWh/day

Daily average energy saving rate: 25.0%

▼ Environmental Benefits

Monthly average CO2 reduction: 712.1 kg-CO2/month (calculated based on 30 days per month)

By applying Tera Paint, heat reflection reduces the burden on air conditioning equipment such as air conditioners and improves heat exchange efficiency. These results have demonstrated that reduced air conditioning load and lower energy costs can be achieved simultaneously.

Implementation Cases and Future Plans (Initiatives by TMP Gifu Branch)

Our company is actively promoting applications primarily among automotive sales and service businesses in Gifu Prefecture, with installations already completed at two sites. Moving forward, we will continue to accumulate measured data and gather feedback from the field, alongside our heat-reflective sheet offerings.

Toward Comprehensive "Heat Reflection + Energy Saving" Solutions

Toyota Mobility Parts Co., Ltd. Gifu Branch aims not to act as a manufacturer or contractor, but as a connector linking local businesses with optimal solutions. By combining this paint with heat-reflective sheets, we will provide integrated "Total Heat-Reflective Solutions" that simultaneously improve workplace environments and reduce energy consumption—covering both building structures (roofs, exterior walls) and equipment (outdoor units). In the future, we plan to expand beyond the automotive industry into broader sectors such as manufacturing and logistics, contributing to solving challenges faced by local enterprises.

【Inquiries Regarding This Initiative】

Toyota Mobility Parts Co., Ltd. Gifu Branch New Business Division, New Business Office Contact: Umeda, Okamoto TEL: 058-257-1999 MAIL: [email protected]

This initiative is exploring broad potential from the standpoint of improving workplace environments for local businesses, not limited to the automotive sector. We welcome inquiries for information exchange or consultation.

*Note: This initiative is intended exclusively for companies based in Gifu Prefecture. Inquiries from companies outside the prefecture cannot be accepted.