Plug and Play Tech Center

Plug and Play Tech Center, established in 2006, is a global innovation platform that connects startups, investors, and corporations. Based in Sunnyvale, California, with operations in 22 locations worldwide, the company runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs twice a year, fostering collaboration between major corporations and high-quality startups. These programs span sectors such as Fintech, Insurtech, IoT, Brand & Retail, Mobility, and Health & Wellness, among others. Plug and Play invests in seed, angel, and Series A rounds, with a focus on great teams leading emerging growth companies. Since inception, their startup community has raised over $9 billion in venture funding, with notable success stories including Dropbox, PayPal, and LendingClub.

Anas Abdelrahim

Associate

Neda Amidi

President

Amir Amidi

Managing Partner, Travel and Hospitality Practice

Saeed Amidi

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Davis Auksmuksts

Investor

Roberto Reyes Balcorta

Partner

Agata Baryzewska

Investor

Thomas Bigagli

Partner

Wade Bitaraf

Co-Founder

Kieran Borrett

Director, United Kingdom

Noreen Brar

Associate

Kiswana Browne

Associate

Andres Carbonell

Investor

Jeff Chien

Senior Vice President, China Partnership

Kristi Choi

Investor

Matthew Claxton

Partner and Global Director of Sustainability

Alex Cobos

Director, Mexico

Nick Daley

Associate

George Damouny

Partner

Andres Diaz

Associate

Dana Diefendorf

Senior Associate

Roy Djunaidi

Investor

Tarek Elessawi

Principal

Sean Elmurib

Associate

Stefan Faistenauer

Investor

Garnett Ge

Ventures Associate, Cross Border

Eugenio Gonzalez De Pena

Principal

Omer Gozen Ph.D

Partner

Gemma Guilera

Senior Partner Success Manager

Aziz El Hachem

North Africa Director

Karima El Hakim

Country Director - Egypt

Alex Hemmerlein

Associate

Jackie Hernandez

Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships and Founding Member

Andrea Sanchez

Director

Maximillian Jungreis

Investor

Salim Laouiti

Investor

Natasha Low

Associate

Tanya Ma

Investor

Milad Malek

Senior Associate

Alireza Masrour

General Partner

Evan Matuszak

Investor

Javier Megias

Managing Partner

Omeed Mehrinfar

Managing Partner, Middle-East

Juan Naveira

Associate

Kevin Parakkattu

Principal

Alberto Pascual

Investor

Amit Patel

Investor

Blanca Ribas Pombo

Investor

Leonardo Rocchetti

Investor

Julianne Roseman

Senior Associate

Alex Roudi

Managing Partner, San Diego

Letizia Royo-Villanova

Investor

Michelle Shi

Associate

Li Shing

International Operations Associate

Noorjit Sidhu

Senior Associate

Janis Skriveris

Principal

Kohei Suzuki

Associate

Erena Estellés Tatay

Ventures Analyst

Saleh Tavajoh

Investor

Pouya Tehranian

Director, Brand and Retail

Andy Toth

Investment Director, Plug and Play Ventures

Alexander Tran

Partner

Philippe Vincent

Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Co-CEO

Carolin Wais

Partner

Zora Wang

Investor

Connie Weisman

Co-Founder, Cleveland and Director, Plug and Play Enterprise 2.0

Fan Wen

Associate

Kevin Withstandley

Vice President, Partner Success

Claire Xiong

Director

Vanessa Yang

Investor

Ivan Zgomba

Partner

Chen Zhao

Managing Partner, China and Senior Technology Analyst

Lindsay Lebahn

Senior Program Manager and Director

Rouzbeh Borhani

Head of Semiconductors

Darren (Yaodong) Yang

Associate

Past deals in Manufacturing

Simplifyber

Series A in 2025
Simplifyber is a company focused on transforming the apparel industry by utilizing sustainable additive manufacturing techniques. It aims to overhaul the traditional factory system, which has been in place for over 250 years, by producing clothing through a process that relies on chemistry rather than sewing machines. This innovative approach significantly reduces waste, carbon emissions, and water pollution associated with conventional garment production. Simplifyber employs fully biodegradable materials, primarily based on cellulose, to create a range of products, including clothing, footwear, and accessories. By implementing these cutting-edge methods and proprietary technology, Simplifyber is committed to delivering environmentally friendly solutions that minimize the fashion industry's detrimental impact on the planet.

Arsenale Bioyards

Seed Round in 2025
Arsenale is an innovative end-to-end bio-manufacturing platform integrating hardware, data, and AI to produce at scale.

mannyAI

Pre Seed Round in 2024
MannyAI is a fashion technology startup that operates an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to enhance the sourcing process for both fashion brands and factories. The company's innovative network enables small batch production by aggregating similar orders from various brands, which helps streamline the manufacturing process. MannyAI offers features such as instant pricing and efficient order management, allowing fashion brands to mitigate inventory risks while simultaneously improving production efficiency for factories. By leveraging AI technology, MannyAI aims to transform traditional sourcing methods in the fashion industry.

Wilya

Seed Round in 2024
Wilya is a developer of workforce management software focused on transforming the future of work in industrial manufacturing and logistics. Leveraging extensive expertise in manufacturing and human resources, the company has identified the need for innovative technologies that support manufacturers in managing a flexible workforce. Wilya's software platform aims to enhance the work culture within factories by promoting diversity, minimizing mandatory overtime, and operationalizing flexibility. This approach challenges traditional rigid work schedules, enabling manufacturers to tap into diverse talent pools and effectively create and manage a more dynamic and engaged workforce. Through its solutions, Wilya seeks to address the evolving needs of the manufacturing sector while maximizing operational efficiency.

The Rubic

Pre Seed Round in 2024
The Rubic is a robotics company that develops autonomous, system-agnostic robotic solutions for industrial and logistics environments. It specializes in custom robotics, vision and integrated systems, and provides engineering services including electrical and mechanical design, consulting, and product development. The company deploys AI-enabled robotics and perception technologies such as vision, lidar, and depth sensing to operate within existing facilities. Its autonomous drone system supports inventory cycle counting and parcel and container locating in large-scale settings like airports, cargo terminals, and shipping ports, recording and reading locations to improve accuracy. Beyond hardware, The Rubic offers engineering, automation, testing, inspection, and other services focused on optimizing picking and packing operations. The overall aim is to streamline warehousing and logistics workflows, enhancing efficiency and accuracy across industrial processes.

Arvist

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Arvist enhances warehouse operations by employing AI-powered digital twin technology. It uses existing data and security camera footage, along with unique marker technology, to optimize costs, improve efficiency, and bolster safety without additional infrastructure expenses.

Mantle

Convertible Note in 2023
Mantle Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in three-dimensional metal printing technology. Established in 2017, the company develops and operates a platform that enables enterprises to produce high-resolution parts tailored for applications in automotive, aerospace, and consumer product design. Mantle's additive technology, known as TrueShape, allows for the efficient printing of finished parts, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with creating production-grade tools, molds, and dies. By serving tool manufacturers, tool makers, and original equipment manufacturers, Mantle aims to meet the critical demands of various industries through its innovative solutions.

Spore Biotechnologies

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Spore Biotechnologies is a manufacturing company that develops innovative technological tools to help factories manufacture safe products. Spore Biotechnologies are developing new weapons to fight climate change, globalization, new consuming habits, bacterial resistance, and microbiological scandals. Founded by Amine Raji and Maxime Mistretta in 2022 and is located in Paris, France.

Arsenale Bioyards

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Arsenale is an innovative end-to-end bio-manufacturing platform integrating hardware, data, and AI to produce at scale.

Kogena

Seed Round in 2023
Kogena develops an AI-powered platform to monitor collaborative robots in manufacturing. Its cloud-based platform, CobotMonitor, collects and analyzes data to enable cobot surveillance, analytics, and predictive maintenance, aiming to improve safety and reduce costs. The solution combines a cobot monitoring system with a proprietary reporting and prediction capability to transform raw robot data into actionable insights, addressing manufacturing workforce shortages while enhancing efficiency, quality, and overall performance.

Jobop

Seed Round in 2023
Jobop is a staffing platform that specializes in connecting companies with qualified employees for temporary work contracts. The company facilitates the hiring process by offering a range of temporary job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, construction, logistics, and manufacturing. By streamlining the onboarding process, Jobop enables businesses to efficiently engage contract-based workers, ensuring that they can meet their staffing needs promptly and effectively.

SPARETECH

Series A in 2023
SPARETECH develops a collaboration platform for manufacturing companies. It digitizes spare part inventories, calculates true demand, compares parts from various suppliers, and sources appropriate parts within or outside production networks. The platform standardizes data sets for ERP systems, reducing inventory costs.

imajin

Seed Round in 2023
Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem for Indonesia. Focus on B2B Manufacturing, partner of Ministry of Industry Indonesia as Manufacturing hub. Help to connect, Supplies raw material until project financing.

SphereCube

Pre Seed Round in 2022
SphereCube specializes in the production of high-performance composite material components utilizing advanced three-dimensional printing technology. The company distinguishes itself by eliminating the need for molds and reducing environmental impact during composite production. SphereCube's innovative approach allows for the creation of customized components with unique mechanical strengths that traditional additive manufacturing processes cannot achieve. By leveraging thermoset resins and incorporating thermal laser-cutting options, the company enables printing businesses to fabricate complex composite objects without geometric limitations. SphereCube is committed to providing tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients, fostering direct communication through phone, email, and application forms.

Datch

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Datch Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an online voice-visual interface platform tailored for industrial environments. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Datch enables frontline workers to enhance their operational efficiency through intuitive voice interactions. The platform allows users to capture and manage real-time data, facilitating tasks such as creating work orders, logging information, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns. By integrating seamlessly with existing enterprise asset management systems, Datch leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to improve data accuracy and support informed decision-making across various sectors, including mining, energy, and manufacturing. The company's innovative approach addresses common business process constraints, ultimately streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity on the shop floor.

Slip Robotics

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Slip Robotics specializes in automated trailer loading and unloading technology. Its SlipBot robots enable truck drivers to load/unload trailers in under five minutes with a single button command, reducing wait times and improving safety across supply chains.

Simplifyber

Seed Round in 2022
Simplifyber is a company focused on transforming the apparel industry by utilizing sustainable additive manufacturing techniques. It aims to overhaul the traditional factory system, which has been in place for over 250 years, by producing clothing through a process that relies on chemistry rather than sewing machines. This innovative approach significantly reduces waste, carbon emissions, and water pollution associated with conventional garment production. Simplifyber employs fully biodegradable materials, primarily based on cellulose, to create a range of products, including clothing, footwear, and accessories. By implementing these cutting-edge methods and proprietary technology, Simplifyber is committed to delivering environmentally friendly solutions that minimize the fashion industry's detrimental impact on the planet.

Jobop

Seed Round in 2022
Jobop is a staffing platform that specializes in connecting companies with qualified employees for temporary work contracts. The company facilitates the hiring process by offering a range of temporary job opportunities across various sectors, including hospitality, construction, logistics, and manufacturing. By streamlining the onboarding process, Jobop enables businesses to efficiently engage contract-based workers, ensuring that they can meet their staffing needs promptly and effectively.

HausBots

Seed Round in 2022
HausBots Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, specializes in designing and manufacturing wall-climbing robots for painting and decorating across various industries. Their flagship product, the V1 Wall Climbing Robot, is capable of navigating rough surfaces to perform tasks such as exterior and warehouse painting, high-definition visual inspections, and building and infrastructure surveys. The company's mission is to leverage technology to protect and maintain the built environment, enhancing productivity for clients by automating maintenance tasks at height.

Basetwo AI

Seed Round in 2022
Basetwo AI is a technology company that provides an artificial intelligence platform designed specifically for the manufacturing sector. The platform serves as an AI co-pilot for process engineers, offering real-time recommendations to optimize production yield, cycle time, and operational costs. By connecting to production and quality databases, Basetwo builds explainable hybrid AI simulation models that enable manufacturers to enhance their critical equipment and processes. The company's solutions have successfully aided Fortune 500 manufacturers worldwide, achieving significant reductions in scale-up time and operational costs, with improvements of over 20%. Basetwo's focus spans various industries, including pharmaceuticals, materials, chemicals, and aerospace, ultimately fostering efficiency across the global manufacturing supply chain.

Yunyao Shenwei

Seed Round in 2022
Yunyao Shenwei is a laser additive manufacturing technology and equipment developer with printing services and research cooperation. They also provide technical and equipment support for industrial upgrading in advanced laser manufacturing. process development, product industrialization, and mass production.

ElevationSpace

Seed Round in 2022
ElevationSpace is a space startup focused on on-orbit construction and transportation. The company develops platforms for space utilization and recovery, facilitating scientific research and experimentation in microgravity environments. By manufacturing small artificial satellites designed to return deliverables to Earth, ElevationSpace provides clients with essential services for conducting space experiments and advancing research activities. Their innovative approach aims to enhance the capabilities of space operations and broaden the applications of satellite technology.

Vizen Analytics

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Vizen Analytics is a Walla Walla, Washington-based company that provides an AI‑enhanced SaaS platform for manufacturing and distribution firms, uniting business silos, balancing inventory, and improving forecast accuracy for demand, production planning, and supplier lead times. By incorporating external geopolitical and socioeconomic data, the platform predicts disruptions—such as the impact of the Ukraine war on raw‑material prices and availability up to nine months ahead—using proprietary causal modeling and next‑generation AI, thereby reducing stock‑out risk and enhancing supply‑chain resilience. Founded in 2020 by Greg Foster, Vizen Analytics helps companies future‑proof operations through autonomous forecasting and predictive analytics.

NODE Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
NODE Robotics specializes in developing end-to-end software solutions for autonomous intralogistics. Their flagship product, NODE.OS, enables seamless integration of heterogeneous Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) from various vendors into a single, autonomous fleet. This platform offers online route planning and dynamic motion planning, allowing businesses to operate multi-vendor AMR fleets with minimal commissioning efforts, thereby enhancing flexibility and autonomy in modern factories.

Makini

Seed Round in 2022
Makini specializes in industrial enterprise integration solutions. It enables tech companies to connect with over 100 software systems in areas like EAM, CMMS, ERP, and WMS via a single API. Makini handles authentication, data unification, web-hooks, workflow automation, and customizations for complex workflows at scale.

Wilya

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Wilya is a developer of workforce management software focused on transforming the future of work in industrial manufacturing and logistics. Leveraging extensive expertise in manufacturing and human resources, the company has identified the need for innovative technologies that support manufacturers in managing a flexible workforce. Wilya's software platform aims to enhance the work culture within factories by promoting diversity, minimizing mandatory overtime, and operationalizing flexibility. This approach challenges traditional rigid work schedules, enabling manufacturers to tap into diverse talent pools and effectively create and manage a more dynamic and engaged workforce. Through its solutions, Wilya seeks to address the evolving needs of the manufacturing sector while maximizing operational efficiency.

SPARETECH

Seed Round in 2021
SPARETECH develops a collaboration platform for manufacturing companies. It digitizes spare part inventories, calculates true demand, compares parts from various suppliers, and sources appropriate parts within or outside production networks. The platform standardizes data sets for ERP systems, reducing inventory costs.

Wave Photonics

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Wave Photonics is a company based in Cambridge, UK, focused on enhancing the design and integration of integrated photonics products. It develops a platform that utilizes computational techniques to optimize product designs and streamline the supply chain. This platform offers a software tool that predicts the performance and variability of components based on specific fabrication processes, along with an optimizer to create a library of foundry-specific components. By facilitating the development and mass production of integrated photonics technologies, Wave Photonics aims to improve efficiency and reduce redundancy for businesses in the sector.

iLife

Convertible Note in 2021
Headquartered in Shenzhen, It have R&D centers in both Shenzhen and Hong Kong, and two large manufacturing bases in Shenzhen and Dongguan, which make ILIFE ranking top among China' s leading companies in intelligent cleaning robot industry.

SwipeGuide

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2015, SwipeGuide develops a cloud-based platform that enables users to create, edit, publish, and share visual step-by-step instructions for mobile apps and websites. The company specializes in mobile-first frontline training and visual job tools, serving primarily the manufacturing sector.

QuoteBeam

Convertible Note in 2021
QuoteBeam is a developer of an innovative equipment design and manufacturing management platform that streamlines the process of creating concept designs and business proposals. Its AI-powered solution facilitates collaboration among sales, engineering, and procurement teams, significantly reducing the time required for equipment design and sourcing. The platform includes features such as a business proposal creator, project management tools, communication channels, inventory management, and quotation administration. Additionally, it supervises supplier networks, providing users with predictive insights into the supply chain. By integrating various functions, QuoteBeam enhances efficiency, enabling its clients to accelerate their design processes while minimizing costs.

DXM

Convertible Note in 2021
DXM specializes in providing advanced manufacturing platforms tailored for the apparel and footwear industries. The company aims to establish a sustainable and localized ecosystem that connects creators—including brands, designers, and influencers—through a network of top partners. This platform enables users to customize and personalize products, co-create designs, and efficiently test and deliver items within 48 hours. By integrating data capture tools and artificial intelligence, DXM allows consumers to obtain precise measurements for the right fit, thereby enhancing the overall shopping experience while streamlining the production process.

SwipeGuide

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2015, SwipeGuide develops a cloud-based platform that enables users to create, edit, publish, and share visual step-by-step instructions for mobile apps and websites. The company specializes in mobile-first frontline training and visual job tools, serving primarily the manufacturing sector.

Lifo

Seed Round in 2021
Lifo is a commerce platform which enables social media influencers and creators to design, create, and sell their own merchandise to their followers. The company enables these creators to partner with manufacturers who also engage in manufacturing apparel from top-tier brands. The company also enables the creators to digitally visualize their social commerce progress and provides a dedicated e-commerce team who provide support services in product sourcing, manufacturing, quality control, logistics, customer service, website design, and other business related areas.

PayActiv

Venture Round in 2020
PayActiv, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing earned wage access and a comprehensive financial wellness platform aimed at enhancing the financial stability of employees. Founded in 2011 and based in San Jose, California, PayActiv enables users to access a portion of their earned but unpaid wages between pay periods through its mobile app and API solutions. The platform is designed to alleviate financial stress for workers across various industries, including restaurants, hospitals, and retail, by allowing them to pay bills and make purchases using their earned wages. Additionally, PayActiv offers planning tools supported by artificial intelligence and machine learning to assist users in budgeting, saving, and managing their finances. By addressing the financial needs of employees, PayActiv aims to improve productivity and engagement in the workplace.

Datch

Seed Round in 2020
Datch Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an online voice-visual interface platform tailored for industrial environments. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Datch enables frontline workers to enhance their operational efficiency through intuitive voice interactions. The platform allows users to capture and manage real-time data, facilitating tasks such as creating work orders, logging information, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns. By integrating seamlessly with existing enterprise asset management systems, Datch leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to improve data accuracy and support informed decision-making across various sectors, including mining, energy, and manufacturing. The company's innovative approach addresses common business process constraints, ultimately streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity on the shop floor.

Synchronous

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Synchronous Technologies is a Singapore-based software company specializing in simulation-based artificial intelligence designed to address scheduling challenges in manufacturing, construction, and transportation sectors. The company focuses on enhancing decision-making processes for manufacturers by enabling them to create better production plans in real-time. Synchronous leverages an innovative data paradigm alongside advanced algorithms to generate and continuously update near-optimal production plans and schedules, ensuring that factories can adapt swiftly to changing conditions and make informed operational choices.

S4 Medical

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, S4 Medical specializes in developing medical devices for cardiac procedures. Its flagship product is a device designed to protect the esophagus during catheter ablation treatments for atrial fibrillation.

SPARETECH

Seed Round in 2020
SPARETECH develops a collaboration platform for manufacturing companies. It digitizes spare part inventories, calculates true demand, compares parts from various suppliers, and sources appropriate parts within or outside production networks. The platform standardizes data sets for ERP systems, reducing inventory costs.

Dimaag

Venture Round in 2020
Dimaag is a prominent design and technology development company founded in 2018 and based in Silicon Valley. With a team of over 150 professionals, Dimaag specializes in electric vehicle (EV) solutions, particularly for off-road machinery, and charging systems applicable to both on-road and off-road EVs. The company is advancing its innovative EV solutions toward production readiness in collaboration with major original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partners. Additionally, Dimaag provides AI Smart Factory solutions optimized for high-volume manufacturing environments, achieving throughputs exceeding 200 million units per month in some cases. The company's Video Analytics AI Platform is a sophisticated software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to enhance productivity, quality, security, and cost-efficiency across various industries, including health technology, semiconductor manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and supply chain logistics.

Semblr Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Semblr Technologies Limited is a manufacturer of robotics and automation equipment focused on transforming the construction industry. Established in 2018 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, the company develops construction robots and integrates them with a robot-oriented building information modeling (BIM) workflow. This innovative approach allows for a fully digital construction process, encompassing design, fabrication, and completion, thereby addressing the inefficiencies of traditional manual methods. Semblr's technology significantly reduces the need for manual labor—by up to 90%—and provides precise, time-specific documentation of the construction process. By combining advanced robotics with BIM, Semblr aims to enhance productivity in construction, a sector that has historically lagged behind others in terms of automation and efficiency.

Tend.ai

Seed Round in 2019
Tend.ai Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing cloud robotics software specifically for machine tending. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon, the company provides an innovative solution through its in.view software, which enables users to remotely monitor and analyze the performance of production robots in real-time using mobile devices. Tend.ai's technology harnesses machine learning to predict failures in robots and factory equipment, facilitating efficient monitoring and control. The company’s intelligent control software simplifies smart manufacturing for businesses of all sizes, allowing them to manage any robot tending any machine from any location. Additionally, Tend.ai offers the Cell.Mate edge device, which ensures secure communication between the robot and the software without exposing vulnerabilities to the internet, thus enhancing operational security.

Southie Autonomy

Convertible Note in 2019
Southie Autonomy is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for industrial robots, allowing them to be easily repurposed and redeployed by individuals without robotics expertise or technical skills. The company's innovative automation system facilitates quick setup and execution of various robotic tasks, such as kitting, palletizing, and simple assembly, increasing the feasibility of automation in diverse industrial applications. By lowering the time, cost, and skill barriers traditionally associated with robotic deployment, Southie Autonomy enables businesses to achieve a faster return on investment and justifies the use of automation in previously impractical scenarios.

Checkerspot

Series A in 2019
Checkerspot, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in the development of sustainable performance materials derived from microalgae and biobased oils. The company focuses on innovating materials at a molecular level, utilizing its expertise in molecular foundry, chemistry, material science, and fabrication technology. Checkerspot aims to expand the range of molecular building blocks available for high-performance materials, particularly in industrial applications such as polyurethanes and textile finishes. Through its pioneering approach, Checkerspot contributes to the advancement of sustainable materials in various industries.

Apruve

Series A in 2019
Apruve, Inc. is a payment platform specializing in business-to-business eCommerce, enabling merchants to streamline the purchasing process through automated credit programs. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the company facilitates payment transactions by allowing buyers to utilize purchase orders and providing purchasing approval services. Apruve eliminates the need for suppliers to manage accounts receivable by extending payment terms to business buyers, ensuring that suppliers receive payment within 24 hours. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing ERP or eCommerce systems, accommodating both online and offline orders. By offering a revolving line of credit to business customers, Apruve mitigates cash flow risks and back-office costs for suppliers across various industries, including manufacturing, energy, and electronics.

Datch

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Datch Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an online voice-visual interface platform tailored for industrial environments. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Datch enables frontline workers to enhance their operational efficiency through intuitive voice interactions. The platform allows users to capture and manage real-time data, facilitating tasks such as creating work orders, logging information, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns. By integrating seamlessly with existing enterprise asset management systems, Datch leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to improve data accuracy and support informed decision-making across various sectors, including mining, energy, and manufacturing. The company's innovative approach addresses common business process constraints, ultimately streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity on the shop floor.

Gideon

Convertible Note in 2018
Gideon is a robotics engineering company based in Zagreb, Croatia, specializing in the development of autonomous, mobile, collaborative, and modular robots tailored for unstructured, indoor industrial environments. Founded in 2017, it has emerged as one of the largest robotics firms in Central and Southeastern Europe. The company focuses on creating visual perception-based robots that assist with logistics in warehouses and other industrial settings. Utilizing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, three-dimensional computer vision, deep learning, Lidar scanning, and automated navigation, Gideon's robots are designed to safely handle various types of goods. This innovative approach enables businesses to effectively address labor needs and enhance operational efficiency.

S4 Medical

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, S4 Medical specializes in developing medical devices for cardiac procedures. Its flagship product is a device designed to protect the esophagus during catheter ablation treatments for atrial fibrillation.

Mantle

Series A in 2018
Mantle Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in three-dimensional metal printing technology. Established in 2017, the company develops and operates a platform that enables enterprises to produce high-resolution parts tailored for applications in automotive, aerospace, and consumer product design. Mantle's additive technology, known as TrueShape, allows for the efficient printing of finished parts, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with creating production-grade tools, molds, and dies. By serving tool manufacturers, tool makers, and original equipment manufacturers, Mantle aims to meet the critical demands of various industries through its innovative solutions.

Infinite Uptime

Series A in 2018
Infinite Uptime provides an IoT-based predictive maintenance platform for industrial machinery, combining hardware, cloud analytics, and control software to monitor equipment, diagnose problems, and guide maintenance decisions. Its platform includes an industrial data analytics capability that detects patterns, measures overall equipment effectiveness, tracks productivity trends, and supports ISO compliance across multiple tools on a single machine. The company also offers sensors and visual indicators for real-time anomaly detection, enabling proactive maintenance in demanding environments. Serving industries such as steel, power, cement, chemicals, automotive, and textiles, Infinite Uptime targets global manufacturing operations to reduce downtime and improve plant performance. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, with development and manufacturing activities in India, the company integrates hardware, software, and analytics to optimize asset reliability.

Gideon

Seed Round in 2018
Gideon is a robotics engineering company based in Zagreb, Croatia, specializing in the development of autonomous, mobile, collaborative, and modular robots tailored for unstructured, indoor industrial environments. Founded in 2017, it has emerged as one of the largest robotics firms in Central and Southeastern Europe. The company focuses on creating visual perception-based robots that assist with logistics in warehouses and other industrial settings. Utilizing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, three-dimensional computer vision, deep learning, Lidar scanning, and automated navigation, Gideon's robots are designed to safely handle various types of goods. This innovative approach enables businesses to effectively address labor needs and enhance operational efficiency.

Senseye

Series A in 2017
Senseye Ltd., established in 2014 and based in Southampton, UK, specializes in providing a cloud-based, infrastructure-free predictive maintenance solution to the manufacturing industry. Its flagship product, PROGNOSYS, uses intelligent machine-learning algorithms to automatically forecast machine failures and provide remaining useful life, helping manufacturers avoid downtime and reduce maintenance costs. Senseye's solution is compatible with any machine from any manufacturer, utilizing data from existing Industrial IoT sensors and platforms.

Relimetrics

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Relimetrics, Inc. specializes in providing advanced imaging solutions aimed at enhancing materials reliability across various sectors. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including third-party supplier analysis for aerospace, mechanical design optimization, and materials testing for the automotive industry. Additionally, it provides structural monitoring and predictive failure analysis for civil and construction applications. In the manufacturing sector, Relimetrics delivers quality assurance testing, while in the medical field, it focuses on cancer detection and surgical optimization. The life sciences sector benefits from product efficacy testing and reduced clinical trial durations. The company employs cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning technologies to automate visual inspections, enabling businesses to detect mechanical faults and improve product quality. Incorporated in 2013, Relimetrics is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in Sunnyvale, California, and Berlin, Germany.

Acerta Analytics

Seed Round in 2017
Acerta Analytics Inc. specializes in machine intelligence solutions that analyze raw machine data to facilitate informed decision-making, particularly in the automotive sector. The company's flagship product, Acerta CHECK, employs statistical methods, data mining algorithms, and machine learning techniques to identify critical issues and anomalies in machine behavior. By assisting automotive manufacturers, including original equipment manufacturers and parts suppliers, Acerta helps improve quality control, reduce defects, and accelerate the market readiness of complex products. Additionally, the company's technology is applicable in aerospace for aircraft health management. Acerta's analytics platform empowers manufacturers to detect early signs of potential product failures, enhance root cause analysis, minimize scrap and rework, and continuously refine their processes. Founded in 2014 and based in Waterloo, Canada, Acerta is committed to transforming quality control through advanced artificial intelligence.

Dropel Fabrics

Angel Round in 2017
Dropel Fabrics specializes in designing and supplying hydrophobic textiles, offering innovative spill and stain repellent fabrics primarily made from premium cotton. Founded in 2015 and based in New York City, the company employs advanced material science and cotton processing techniques to create clothing that is both stain-proof and spill-proof, effectively combining the performance qualities of synthetic materials with the softness and breathability of natural fabrics. This approach allows customers to remain clean, dry, fresh, and comfortable in their apparel. Dropel has received recognition for its innovative contributions to the industry, including awards at notable events such as Demo China’s Silicon Valley Summit and SXSW Interactive, where it was named a finalist for World Technology.

Keethings

Angel Round in 2016
Founded in 2015, Keethings develops a messaging and collaboration platform tailored for industrial settings. It offers Digital Workspace, enabling real-time interaction between users, software, and hardware to make decisions and act on machines promptly. Serving manufacturing sectors like pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive, and maintenance, Keethings simplifies human-machine interactions through virtual workspaces.

Grabit

Series B in 2016
Grabit, Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in electroadhesion-based gripping solutions for robotics and material handling. Founded in 2011, Grabit develops innovative products designed to enhance productivity in various industries, including manufacturing, logistics, and apparel. Its offerings include Stackit, an auto-layering robot that utilizes electroadhesive grippers for stacking materials; Meterit, a gravity-fed conveyor equipped with an electroadhesive film for intelligent load handling; and Conveyit, a system that employs an electroadhesive belt to secure items for automated sorting and delayering. The company serves several Fortune 500 clients, providing advanced solutions that facilitate efficient operations in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and package shipping. In December 2019, Grabit filed for reorganization under Chapter 11, indicating a restructuring phase in its business operations.

ActvContent

Angel Round in 2016
ActvContent is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in automated manufacturing execution systems that enhance factory operations for industrial companies globally. By utilizing mobile and cloud technology, ActvContent offers a comprehensive solution that enables clients, including notable Fortune 500 firms in sectors such as heavy equipment and automotive manufacturing, to effectively manage their production processes. The company's innovative platform features capabilities such as live scheduling, instant access to technical drawings, and real-time communication, all aimed at streamlining operations. As a result, clients experience improved cycle times, reduced scrap and rework, lower operational costs, and increased productivity.

MAKERSCUT

Seed Round in 2016
Makerscut Private Ltd. operates an online crowdfunding platform designed to assist product designers in transforming their ideas into tangible products. Based in Singapore and established in 2015, the company focuses on fashion production, facilitating small-scale, high-quality manufacturing for independent brands. By connecting designers with independent makers, Makerscut addresses the challenges posed by traditional manufacturers, particularly the high minimum order quantities. The platform provides access to cloud production facilities, tools, training, and project support, empowering designers to manage their production, sales, delivery, and customer relations effectively. This approach enables designers to bring a diverse range of products, including apparel, accessories, and footwear, to market while maintaining high craftsmanship standards.

MadeSolid

Venture Round in 2015
MadeSolid, Inc. is a developer of advanced materials specifically designed for three-dimensional printers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, the company specializes in the research, creation, and sale of high-performance materials for both filament and UV curable printing technologies. Its product offerings include engineering-grade filament materials, as well as UV curable resins suitable for SLA printing and investment casting applications. MadeSolid strives to enhance the capabilities of 3D printers by providing materials that combine superior mechanical properties with ease of use. The company distributes its products online and through resellers, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from individual users to industry professionals.

PayActiv

Series A in 2014
PayActiv, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing earned wage access and a comprehensive financial wellness platform aimed at enhancing the financial stability of employees. Founded in 2011 and based in San Jose, California, PayActiv enables users to access a portion of their earned but unpaid wages between pay periods through its mobile app and API solutions. The platform is designed to alleviate financial stress for workers across various industries, including restaurants, hospitals, and retail, by allowing them to pay bills and make purchases using their earned wages. Additionally, PayActiv offers planning tools supported by artificial intelligence and machine learning to assist users in budgeting, saving, and managing their finances. By addressing the financial needs of employees, PayActiv aims to improve productivity and engagement in the workplace.

Decisyon

Seed Round in 2011
Decisyon is a software company that accelerates digital transformation for manufacturers through an AI-driven low-code/no-code platform and ready-to-use applications. Its flagship Decisyon Digital Factory suite enables equipment integration, data orchestration, digital twins, and real-time insights to boost productivity and efficiency across industries such as manufacturing, energy, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. The Decisyon App Composer provides a visual development environment that supports citizen developers in configuring and deploying AI-powered analytics, predictive maintenance, and IoT-enabled solutions. By combining intelligent dashboards with end-to-end IoT capabilities, the platform connects people, processes, information, and devices to support faster, smarter decision making. Strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Schneider Electric, and AWS help expand industrial IoT reach and drive customer success stories globally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Connecticut and Milan, serving customers worldwide.

Dirac

Closing the gap between engineering and manufacturing.

Facilis.ai

Facilis.ai is an autonomous AI agent that trivializes manufacturing analytics and process control using Industrial Autonomous AI Agents.

Dymemedical

Dymemedical, based in San Francisco, specializes in manufacturing medical devices. Its flagship product is a discreet, patch-like pump designed for the medical industry.
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