Forge Automation
YC W25Toronto, CA · Founded 2022 · Canada (Federal Level) corporation · 21 employees · Hiring · 1 known investors
Forge Automation manufactures custom metal parts on demand for mechanical engineers, with parts delivered within four days through an online CAD upload process. The company operates software-controlled factories to shorten typical lead times in the custom machining industry.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W25)
Forge Automation was founded in 2022 by Timothy Seto and Walter Raftus.
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Timothy Setoin𝕏Co-founder & CEOTimothy Seto studied engineering at the University of Waterloo and interned at Apple, Formlabs, and iRobot before co-founding Forge Automation in 2022, a manufacturing service focused on producing metal parts. He has over a decade of experience in machining.
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Walter Raftusin𝕏Co-Founder & CTOWalter Raftus studied AI and mechatronics engineering at the University of Waterloo and completed internships at Nvidia, Trexo Robotics, and Intel PSG in roles spanning system software, deep learning, and embedded control. He co-founded Forge Automation as CTO following his graduation in summer 2022.
Investors · 1
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$135K disclosed across 1 round · 2024
▶$135KraisedApr 2024 · 2 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$135KraisedApr 2024 · 2 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Timothy SetoExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Walter RaftusDirector, Promoter
- Offering amount
- $135K
- Amount sold
- $135K
- First sale
- Mar 2024
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Canada (federal Level), 2022
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Forge Automation do?
- Forge Automation manufactures custom metal parts on demand for mechanical engineers, with parts delivered within four days through an online CAD upload process. The company operates software-controlled factories to shorten typical lead times in the custom machining industry.
- Who founded Forge Automation?
- Forge Automation was founded by Timothy Seto, Walter Raftus in 2022.
- Who are Forge Automation's investors?
- Forge Automation's investors include Y Combinator.
- How much funding has Forge Automation raised?
- Forge Automation has disclosed $135K raised across 1 round.
- Where is Forge Automation headquartered?
- Forge Automation is headquartered in Toronto, CA.