Aropha specializes in product testing laboratory services, focusing on biodegradability assessments. It leverages automation and AI technologies to enhance efficiency and reproducibility, offering cost-effective testing solutions for clients aiming to accelerate the development of biodegradable materials.
Dropslab
Seed Round in 2022
Dropslab develops assistance software that provides real-time guidance to frontline workers directly in their field of vision through smart devices such as smart glasses and smartphones. Its solution offers context-specific information on changing processes and situations in industrial environments, enabling employees to complete tasks faster with fewer errors.
Fast Forward
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Fast Forward develops software and hardware solutions for electric utilities to automate line inspections. The company offers a geographic information system for image processing, hosting, and security, and uses vehicle-mounted camera systems with computer vision to capture, process, and document line patrols. Its software cleans GIS data, automates inspection documentation, and supports automated thermal inspections of power lines, helping utilities reduce inspection costs and improve asset visibility.
IntelliCulture
Seed Round in 2021
IntelliCulture develops farm management software that collects real-time and historical data from agricultural equipment for spray events, equipment health, and cost accounting. The system analyzes this data to identify operational inefficiencies, automate machine management, monitor usage, and provide actionable insights, enabling farmers to optimize labor, prevent pest outbreaks, and run more profitable operations.
Advanced Robotics
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Advanced Robotics specializes in developing and implementing robotic systems for medication dispensing in pharmacies. Their end-to-end solution integrates with medical databases, employs deep learning methodologies, and aims to enhance healthcare quality by ensuring efficient, hygienic, user-friendly, low-cost, and error-free medication delivery.
Byond
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Byond is a company that focuses on enhancing operational and logistics processes for large industries through innovative technologies and business models. It specializes in supply chain management systems that offer automated operations and improved visibility across logistical activities. Byond's solutions encompass digital transformation initiatives, Internet of Things (IoT) tools, and systems for tracking and monitoring items, people, and assets. With a commitment to aligning its offerings with the digital strategies of its clients, Byond aims to provide comprehensive logistical solutions that streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
Pace Robotics
Pre Seed Round in 2021
PaceRobotics specializes in providing construction robots designed to enhance efficiency in the construction industry. Their modular multi-tasking robots are capable of performing tasks such as plastering, painting, and applying putty at significantly faster speeds and lower costs compared to traditional methods. By addressing labor shortages and productivity challenges in the construction sector, PaceRobotics aims to streamline the building process and improve overall project outcomes through the integration of advanced robotic technology.
Infiction Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Infiction Labs specializes in robotic solutions for industrial automation and solar power. Their flagship product, SPARC, automates solar panel cleaning, reducing damage risk and water usage, thereby enhancing the operational efficiency of solar power plants.
Lincode
Seed Round in 2020
Lincode is an AI-driven technology company specializing in advanced machine vision and defect detection for manufacturing. Its platform uses pre-trained models and a no-code interface to deliver real-time quality inspections and defect identification across materials such as plastics, fabric, semiconductors, and metals, supporting applications from visual inspection to reporting and analytics. The system can be deployed on premises with edge AI for low latency processing and integrates with existing machine vision setups to serve automotive, aerospace, electronics, packaging, and related industries. By enabling configurable defect tolerances per defect or camera, it supports both automated and manual inspection workflows, helping manufacturers reduce waste, improve productivity, and lower costs. Lincode was established in 2018 and is based in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India.
FLX Solutions
Venture Round in 2020
FLX Solutions develops snake-like robots for inspection and repair to enhance worker safety and efficiency in hard-to-reach spaces. Founded in 2019 and based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the company designs low-cost, three-dimensional printed robots that extend, rotate, and can lock out and brace for high-load activities on live equipment. These capabilities allow technicians to access confined areas for inspection and repair without exposing workers to dangerous conditions, improving safety and throughput in industrial environments.
Altin Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Altin Labs is a technology company focused on developing machine monitoring solutions aimed at enhancing the performance of manufacturing equipment through real-time data analysis for predictive maintenance. Its flagship product, Altin Links, enables manufacturers to capture various types of data—including electrical, mechanical, and optical—from their machines. This data is then transmitted to the cloud, utilizing Internet Protocol and WiFi, allowing industrial clients to optimize their operational efficiency. By providing actionable insights into machinery performance, Altin Labs supports manufacturers in improving productivity and reducing downtime.
Lincode
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Lincode is an AI-driven technology company specializing in advanced machine vision and defect detection for manufacturing. Its platform uses pre-trained models and a no-code interface to deliver real-time quality inspections and defect identification across materials such as plastics, fabric, semiconductors, and metals, supporting applications from visual inspection to reporting and analytics. The system can be deployed on premises with edge AI for low latency processing and integrates with existing machine vision setups to serve automotive, aerospace, electronics, packaging, and related industries. By enabling configurable defect tolerances per defect or camera, it supports both automated and manual inspection workflows, helping manufacturers reduce waste, improve productivity, and lower costs. Lincode was established in 2018 and is based in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India.
Xompass
Seed Round in 2018
Xompass, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based Field Intelligence-as-a-Service solution tailored for industries such as mining, water, power, oil and gas, and energy. Founded in 2014 and based in San Leandro, California, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes real-time data analysis, data storage, alarms, and edge management services. Xompass FaaS connects various assets to collect, store, and analyze sensor data in real-time, thereby enhancing operational intelligence and productivity for businesses. The platform enables organizations to implement Internet of Things solutions swiftly and affordably, addressing the challenges of traditional industrial instrumentation. By leveraging advanced technology developed in collaboration with a leading research university, Xompass has made significant strides in predictive maintenance and fault detection, ultimately saving millions for its clients. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in its product-centric design approach, which aims to deliver value from IoT and analytics efficiently.
SkyMul, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in developing industrial drones for the construction industry. Their primary product, SkyTy, is a modular robot system designed to autonomously tie rebar intersections on large-scale concrete structures like slabs, bridge decks, and pavements. This innovation aims to automate physically demanding tasks, enhancing agility and scalability while reducing manual labor requirements in tall and large structure constructions.
Bridgr
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Bridgr is a software company specializing in project management solutions for manufacturing and industrial businesses undergoing digital transformation. Its platform automates workforce onboarding, tracks projects, facilitates payments, analyzes workforce data, and enables collaboration with technology experts and vendors.
Datch
Convertible Note in 2018
Datch develops an AI-driven voice interface platform for industrial environments. Its solution enables frontline workers to capture and manage data efficiently using natural language processing, facilitating real-time maintenance and reporting. The platform integrates with existing enterprise asset management systems, serving sectors such as mining, energy, and manufacturing.
Vitae Industries
Convertible Note in 2017
Vitae Industries, Inc. is a company that specializes in pharmacy compounding automation products. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, it focuses on developing innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. One of its key products is the AutoCompounder, which automates the manufacturing of tablets and gummies, ensuring accurate dosing and efficient cleanup. Additionally, Vitae Industries offers custom pharmaceutical services tailored to meet the needs of patients. Through its advanced technology and dedication to quality, the company aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of pharmaceutical compounding.
Sea Machines Robotics
Seed Round in 2017
Sea Machines Robotics, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine industry. Established in 2014, the company produces systems like SM300 for remote vessel command, SM200 for collaborative operations, SM400 for AI-powered situational awareness on container ships, RC NXT for PLC-based wireless control, and DP-NXT for crew reduction or elimination on vessels. Sea Machines offers solutions for various unmanned applications, including bathymetric surveys, AUV-tendering, subsea asset inspection, passive acoustic monitoring, and dual towing.
Urban3D
Convertible Note in 2016
Urban 3D is a company focused on developing digital manufacturing technologies tailored for the construction sector, with a mission to address homelessness within the next 15 years. The company creates software that tracks inventory and concrete throughout the lifecycle of infrastructure projects by incorporating RFID tags into the precast concrete production process. This innovative approach enhances traceability and provides valuable analytics related to labor, productivity, and resource management. By facilitating real-time location-based oversight, Urban 3D aims to help manufacturers reduce costs while improving inventory management and the overall efficiency of concrete tracking during projects.
NaCa Fermentation
Convertible Note in 2016
NaCa Fermentation, Inc. is a company located in Beaverton, Oregon, that specializes in manufacturing fermentation tanks and yeast encapsulation technology for the beverage industry, specifically targeting distilleries, breweries, and wineries. By transforming the biological process of fermentation into a mechanical one, NaCa Fermentation aims to address issues such as stuck, slow, and unpredictable fermentations. Their innovative fermenters and patent-pending technology enable consistent fermentations that can be completed in 24 hours without compromising product quality. Additionally, the company offers its technology for licensing, allowing producers to enhance their production capacity while optimizing the use of their existing facilities.
Glowfish IO
Seed Round in 2016
Glowfish IO specializes in industrial asset monitoring through an advanced automated software tool that analyzes sensor data. The company employs machine learning techniques to interpret the behavior of both the monitored environment and the sensors themselves. This approach allows Glowfish IO to provide users with early warnings, helping to safeguard valuable industrial assets from potential risks. By enhancing the understanding of sensor dynamics and environmental conditions, Glowfish IO aims to optimize asset management and mitigate the likelihood of operational disruptions.
Chowbotics by DoorDash
Seed Round in 2016
Chowbotics Inc. designs and develops food service robots to address challenges in cleanliness and efficiency within the food industry. Founded in 2014 and based in San Jose, California, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for cafeterias, restaurants, hotels, and food courts in various venues. Its flagship product, Sally, is a salad-making robot that offers customers the ability to create fully customized, fresh, and healthy salads. Sally dispenses measured quantities of over 20 ingredients, which are refreshed daily, allowing for ready-to-eat meals at any time. The technology behind Sally, with several patents pending, is adaptable for other cuisines, paving the way for future robotic offerings.
Waygum
Pre Seed Round in 2014
Waygum Inc. is a technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Dublin, California. It specializes in designing and developing a mobile development platform tailored for the industrial Internet of Things (IoT). The platform empowers users to build and deploy integrated mobile applications that facilitate intelligent manufacturing workflows and enable mobile remote monitoring of industrial assets. By leveraging a robust cloud backend, Waygum's solution allows administrators and operators to connect various industrial components, including assets, products, and enterprise data, effectively enhancing operational efficiency and maximizing the benefits of IoT through a streamlined mobile experience.
LinkCycle
Seed Round in 2013
LinkCycle is a start-up that leverages data science to assist large manufacturing companies in significantly reducing their production costs. By employing advanced algorithms, LinkCycle identifies cost-saving opportunities using only readily available data, eliminating the need for onsite submeters or facility audits. The company's innovative approach has proven effective, as evidenced by its success with several Fortune 500 clients, one of whom saved $1 million on an annual electricity bill of $5 million. LinkCycle's applications focus on enhancing cost efficiency across various areas, including scheduling, machine utilization, process control, and equipment upgrades, thereby enabling manufacturers to optimize their operations without extensive investment in new technologies.
Rise Robotics
Seed Round in 2012
Rise Robotics, based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative robotic components inspired by biological systems. Founded in 2011, the company aims to revolutionize the robotics industry by creating powerful wearable ExoSUITS. Their flagship product, the Cyclone Muscle, is a lightweight electric linear actuator that effectively transforms rotary motor motion into linear muscle-like actuation, addressing the critical balance between force, speed, and control. Additionally, Rise Robotics has developed the Bacon Robotic Air Compressor, which enhances traditional handheld air compressors through its unique Cyclone Linear Drive technology. This breakthrough innovation positions Rise Robotics at the forefront of advancing mobile robotic applications.
Aropha specializes in product testing laboratory services, focusing on biodegradability assessments. It leverages automation and AI technologies to enhance efficiency and reproducibility, offering cost-effective testing solutions for clients aiming to accelerate the development of biodegradable materials.
TTC Chile is the digital inventory solutions for forestry, automating tracking, and control using AI, and sensors for real-time management.
Blocmount is a technology company specializing in real-time AI analytics and cybersecurity for the manufacturing sector. Its platform employs advanced algorithms to analyze control system data, identifying anomalies and deviations from standard operational patterns that could signify faults, failures, or cyber threats. By offering continuous monitoring and real-time alerts for unusual or suspicious activities, Blocmount enables manufacturers to minimize defects, protect vital machinery, and optimize their processes. The company's solutions aim to enhance the security, efficiency, and reliability of industrial operations, ensuring that organizations can safeguard critical assets and adhere to regulatory compliance in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
BrakeSens is a technology company that enhances fleet safety and efficiency by manufacturing brake condition monitoring systems. These systems, designed for commercial trucking, automotive, defense, aerospace, rail, and industrial sectors, use sensors to provide real-time brake diagnostics and predictive maintenance alerts. This enables early detection of abnormal wear patterns or potential brake issues, reducing vehicle maintenance and improving overall safety.
OptiFab Technologies specializes in AI-driven software solutions for the 3D printing industry. Their platform monitors manufacturing processes in real-time, using AI to prevent defects and optimize heat distribution. This results in improved productivity, scalability, and profitability, as well as reduced costs and elimination of post-processing steps.