What DOOLIM-YASKAWA does

DOOLIM-YASKAWA is a South Korea-based industrial robot system integrator (SI) formed in 1993 as Doolim Engineering and converted into a joint venture with Japan's Yaskawa Electric Corporation in 2016, with Yaskawa subsequently increasing its controlling stake in January 2022. The company specializes in robot automation for automotive painting, sealing, and surface-treatment processes, combining Yaskawa robot hardware (MPX painting series, GP general series, YRC1000/DX200 controllers) with proprietary software and vision systems. Its technology stack centers on the Mate.D platform (HMI, SPC Smart Paint Controller, Paint Studio 3D simulation, Auto Path, and Monitoring modules), supplemented by the IVDS car-model detection vision system, the RPP/Deadener inspection system (60fps), the M.A.P automatic robot path generator, and ISRA Vision's CAPMES/CGS positioning vision integrations.

Revenue is generated through multi-year turnkey system integration projects sold directly to major automotive OEMs (Hyundai Motor, Kia, Renault Korea, KG Mobility, GM Korea, GGM, Hyundai Mobis, LG Energy Solution), supplemented by hardware sales (Yaskawa robots, Sames coating equipment, Graco pumps), licensed software (Mate.D suite), after-sales services and spare parts, and DY Academy training fees. With disclosed revenue of KRW 261.88 billion (IFRS, as of February 2026) and 143 employees as of June 2026, the company operates a high-revenue-per-employee model (~KRW 1.83B per head) consistent with project-based system integration rather than labor-intensive services. The company maintains wholly-owned regional subsidiaries in China (2003), USA (2012), Czech Republic (2014), Mexico (2015), and India (2018), along with three domestic operating subsidiaries: DY Plant (paint supply systems, 2020), DY Robotics (body sealing, 2020), and DY Automation (general industrial automation, 2024). The recent launch of DY Chatbot (July 2025) signals an effort to commercialize 30+ years of accumulated engineering data into AI-augmented knowledge services.

Name

DOOLIM-YASKAWA

Legal name

두림야스카와 주식회사

Website

https://doolim-yaskawa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DOOLIM-YASKAWA is a South Korean robot system integrator, majority-owned by Yaskawa Electric, providing turnkey painting, sealing, and surface-treatment automation along with proprietary Mate.D software and vision systems to global automotive OEMs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Robot Automation Systems for Automotive Manufacturing

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Industrial Design Services (541420)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Robots (Articulated, SCARA, Delta, Cartesian) (IMAHAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Robot End-of-Arm Tooling (Grippers, Tool Changers, Welding/Cutting Heads) (IMAHAHAD)

Keywords

• Industrial robot automation
• Automotive painting systems
• Robot system integration
• Sealing automation solutions
• Smart factory software

Headquarters

HQ city

Anyang

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Robot System Integration (SI): Design, development, installation, and commissioning of customized robot automation systems for painting and sealing applications. Revenue generated from complete system projects for automotive manufacturers.
2. Hardware Sales: Sales of industrial robots (Yaskawa MPX, GP series), coating equipment (atomizers, bells), control systems, and component parts. Hardware typically bundled with system integration services.
3. Software Solutions: Proprietary software platforms (Mate.D, Paint Studio, Smart Paint Shop, Monitoring) sold as standalone or bundled with hardware systems. Software licensing and updates.
4. After-sales Services: Maintenance, repair, spare parts, and technical support services. Includes remote monitoring, preventive maintenance, and smart service offerings. Revenue from ongoing service contracts and ad-hoc support.
5. Training Services: DY Academy provides robot operation and automation training programs for industry professionals. Revenue from training course fees.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DOOLIM-YASKAWA is an industrial robot system integrator (SI) that designs, engineers, and deploys customized robot automation solutions for automotive painting and sealing applications. The company combines Yaskawa robot hardware with proprietary software platforms (Mate.D, M.A.P, IVDS) and vision systems to deliver turnkey automation including painting, sealing, sanding, taping, assembly, and quality inspection. It also provides after-sales services, engineering support, and DY Academy training programs.

Product overview

DOOLIM-YASKAWA is a YASKAWA Electric joint venture providing industrial robot automation system integration (SI) for automotive manufacturing. The core offering combines YASKAWA hardware (MPX painting robots, GP general robots, YRC1000/DX200 controllers) with proprietary software platforms. The Mate.D platform provides integrated smart factory capabilities through HMI, SPC (Smart Paint Controller), Paint Studio (3D simulation teaching), Auto Path (automatic path generation), and Monitoring (predictive maintenance). Supporting solutions include: M.A.P (Motion Auto Path) for sanding/polishing automation, IVDS car model detection vision, RPP/Deadener inspection systems, CAPMES/CGS positioning visions from ISRA, paint circulation systems (PCS) via DY PLANT subsidiary, ROBOTAPE taping automation, WANDRES Sword Brush cleaning, and CO2 cleaning systems. The company also offers comprehensive engineering services, training (DY Academy), and maintains global subsidiaries in China, India, USA, Mexico, and Czech Republic. Recent AI initiatives include DY Chatbot development for knowledge retrieval.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Painting Robot Solutions Industrial robot automation systems for automotive painting processes including primer, base coat, and clear coat application with automated material handling and quality inspection, designed for automotive OEMs and parts manufacturers.
• Sealing Robot Solutions Automated sealing solutions including Seam Sealing, Cosmetic Sealing, UBC (Under Body Coat), RPP (Rocker Panel Primer), and LASD for automotive body waterproofing and noise reduction.
• M.A.P (Motion Auto Path) Automatic robot path generation system for sanding, wiping, and polishing processes that uses vision-detected defect coordinates to generate collision-free multi-robot paths in 2 seconds, achieving 70% cycle time reduction versus competitors.
• Mate.D Platform (Smart Software Suite) Proprietary smart factory software platform integrating painting automation control, monitoring, and data management. Includes SPC (Smart Paint Controller), HMI, Paint Studio, Auto Path, and Monitoring modules for end-to-end painting line digital management.
• ROBOTAPE Taping Automation Precision robot taping automation for VHB, EPDM, glazing, neoprene, PE, PU, and PVC tapes with integrated cutting, tape detection, and pressure control for automotive and electronics manufacturing.
• CO2 Cleaning System Dry ice blasting system using solid CO2 pellets for non-contact, non-damaging surface cleaning with immediate paint readiness and zero moisture or chemical residue.
• WANDRES Sword Brush Cleaning Robot Sword Brush Laura system with dual linear brushes, Ingromat static prevention, and Tornado nozzle for 160cm effective width body cleaning with ±40mm pressure buffer adaptation for automotive pre-paint surface preparation.
• Sanding Automation Full-surface and spot sanding automation with proprietary sanding machines and automatic sandpaper changers for electrodeposition coating and surface finishing applications.
• Assembly Automation Robot-based assembly solutions for large/heavy components and precision electronics with vision-guided positioning for bonding, sealing, and taping integration.
• Handling & Palletizing Solutions Robot-based automation for product transfer, palletizing, de-palletizing, packaging, and loading/unloading with vision system integration for flexible material handling.
• Engineering Solutions Total engineering services spanning design, simulation, purchasing, programming, OLT testing, installation, commissioning, training, and after-service for automotive automation projects.
• DY Academy Training Programs Global training center providing robot engineer education including DY Robot Control Expert Course, a 3-month program covering industrial robot operation, system operation, and painting/sealing technology with job placement support.
• IVDS (Intelligent Vision Detection System) Car model detection vision system using network cameras to identify vehicle types and models, preventing robot collisions and defective production by comparing actual vehicle data against preset information.
• RPP/Deadener Inspection System High-speed vision inspection system (60fps) for detecting RPP and Deadener coating defects on automotive underbody with real-time image analysis and 0.27% defect detection rate.
• Paint Circulation System (PCS) Comprehensive paint supply management system controlling flow rate, temperature, viscosity, and circulation, provided as an integrated solution from design through commissioning via subsidiary DY Plant.
• TeraView Paint Thickness Measurement Non-contact, non-destructive terahertz technology for precise multi-layer paint film thickness measurement in automotive coating quality control.
• MPX Series Robots Yaskawa painting robot series including MPX3600, MPX3500, and MPX2600 designed for high-performance automotive painting applications, distributed and integrated by DOOLIM-YASKAWA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% cycle time reduction vs competitors for M.A.P. sanding path generation (2 second total cycle time)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability9 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Yaskawa Electric CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Exclusive joint venture partnership with Yaskawa Electric, a leading global industrial robot manufacturer founded in 1915. DOOLIM-YASKAWA serves as the exclusive automation solutions company within the Yaskawa Group for painting and sealing applications. Yaskawa supplies robot hardware while DOOLIM-YASKAWA provides system integration, proprietary software, and engineering services.
• SamescoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive sales rights partnership in Korea for Sames coating equipment. Sames, established in 1947, is a leading manufacturer of electrostatic coating machines for the automotive industry. DOOLIM-YASKAWA distributes Sames products including spray guns, bells, and coating equipment to Korean customers.
• Graco Inc.majorTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for industrial pumps and painting equipment supply. Graco, established in 1927, is a global company specializing in equipment for transporting paint and coating materials. DOOLIM-YASKAWA supplies Graco equipment to customers.
• ISRA VisionmajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for vision inspection systems including CAPMES (ISRA) for car body position measurement and CGS vision for robot path correction. ISRA Vision is a global leader in machine vision and surface inspection solutions.
• SCA (Atlas Copco)majorTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for dispensing and metering technology including TANDEM DOSER and SINGLE DOSER products. SCA is a global specialist in adhesive systems and precision dispensing technology.
• Wandres (Wandres GmbH)majorTechnology or IntegrationOfficial partner for Wandres Robot Sword Brush Laura systems for automotive body cleaning before painting. Wandres, a German company established in 1998, supplies high-precision surface cleaning systems to major global automotive OEMs including Ford, Volkswagen, and Toyota.
• RoboTape (IA Company)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution rights in Korea for RoboTape precision taping automation systems. RoboTape provides industrial robot-based taping solutions delivering micron-level precision and consistent quality for automotive, electronics, and manufacturing applications.
• DY Plant (디와이플랜트)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary specialized in paint supply system automation and PVC sealing system engineering. Serves major Korean automakers (Hyundai, Kia, GM Korea, KGM, Renault Samsung) and global automotive manufacturers. Established 2020.
• DY Robotics (디와이로보틱스)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary specializing in robotic sealing and painting for automotive body steel plates. Partner to major domestic and international automakers including Hyundai, Kia, GM, Nissan, and Renault. Provides services from transfer cart manufacturing to mass production support. Established 2020.
• DY Automation (디와이오토메이션)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary providing robot-based intelligent automation solutions for general industrial sectors. Leverages vision systems for operation, inspection, and recognition in unit or composite processes. Established 2024.
• Doolim F.A.majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCooperative firm specializing in hardware and software for factory automation. Provides control systems for robotic painting and sealing systems to domestic and overseas automobile and general industries. Offers design, panel manufacturing, OLT, installation and field testing, and quality management.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves17 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Stäubli Robotics: Swiss-based manufacturer of industrial robots including painting robots and specialized end-effectors. Stäubli is a recognized competitor in automotive painting and cleanroom robotics, with comparable technology focus areas but a broader industrial base than DOOLIM-YASKAWA's automotive-centric business.
• Kawasaki Robotics: Japanese industrial robot manufacturer with a significant painting robot product line and automotive automation presence, particularly in Asia. Kawasaki competes with Yaskawa/DOOLIM-YASKAWA at the robot hardware level and provides its own SI capabilities for automotive painting applications in overlapping geographies.
• FANUC Corporation: Japanese industrial robot and CNC manufacturer offering painting robots (Paint Mate series) and comprehensive automation solutions. FANUC competes as a broad incumbent in industrial automation but has historically focused more on general-purpose robotics than turnkey painting SI where DOOLIM-YASKAWA specializes.
• Yaskawa Electric Corporation: Parent company and exclusive robot hardware supplier to DOOLIM-YASKAWA. Yaskawa Electric is the world's largest industrial robot manufacturer by revenue and offers competing painting/sealing automation solutions through its Motoman brand globally, making it both a strategic partner and a partial competitor in adjacent geographies.
• KUKA Robotics: German-Chinese owned (Midea) industrial robot manufacturer with a strong presence in automotive painting and welding applications. KUKA offers both robot hardware and complete automotive SI services, positioning it as a broad incumbent competitor to DOOLIM-YASKAWA's painting/sealing automation business globally.

Direct peers

• Eisenmann (Dürr subsidiary): Formerly independent German automotive paint shop specialist now operating under Dürr AG, providing turnkey painting and finishing systems to global automotive OEMs. Eisenmann's product portfolio overlaps almost exactly with DOOLIM-YASKAWA's painting/sealing automation scope, making it a direct competitive benchmark in technology and customer overlap.
• Dürr AG: German global market leader in automotive painting and sealing systems, providing complete paint shops and application technology (including the former Eisenmann paint shop business). Dürr is DOOLIM-YASKAWA's closest direct competitor in automotive painting/sealing turnkey solutions worldwide, competing for the same global OEM contracts.
• Hyundai Robotics (Hyundai Heavy Industries): Korean industrial robot manufacturer and affiliate of Hyundai Heavy Industries Holdings that supplies painting and welding robots, including to Hyundai Motor Group. As a domestic Korean competitor with strong Hyundai/Kia relationships, it competes with DOOLIM-YASKAWA for the same core automotive OEM contracts.
• Comau (Stellantis): Italian automation company and Stellantis affiliate specializing in automotive manufacturing systems including painting, sealing, and body-in-white solutions. Comau competes directly with DOOLIM-YASKAWA in painting robot integration for global automotive OEMs and operates similar turnkey SI delivery models.

Others

• ABB Robotics: One of the 'Big Four' industrial robot manufacturers and a major supplier of painting robots (including the IRB series) and automotive automation solutions. ABB competes both at the robot hardware level and as a broad automation SI in painting applications, though its offerings span many industries beyond DOOLIM-YASKAWA's painting/sealing focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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