Physna
Cincinnati, US · Founded 2019 · Delaware corporation · 30 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
Physna analyzes 3D models of parts and assemblies to make them searchable and comparable by geometry, helping identify duplicates, reuse opportunities, and sourcing options. It serves engineering, procurement, and supply chain teams in manufacturing.
Founders & leadership
Physna was founded in 2019 by Paul J. Powers.
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Paul J. PowersFounder
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Paul W. RenzenbrinkExecutive
Board
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Mike WengerBoard director
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Investors · 3
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$6.9M disclosed across 1 round · 2019
▶$6.9MraisedAug 2019 · 3 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$6.9MraisedAug 2019 · 3 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Paul W. RenzenbrinkExecutive Officer
- Mike WengerDirector
- Mark KvammeDirector
- Paul J. PowersExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $6.9M
- Amount sold
- $6.9M
- First sale
- Jul 2019
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2019
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase II | 2023 | $1M |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Physna do?
- Physna analyzes 3D models of parts and assemblies to make them searchable and comparable by geometry, helping identify duplicates, reuse opportunities, and sourcing options. It serves engineering, procurement, and supply chain teams in manufacturing.
- Who founded Physna?
- Physna was founded by Paul J. Powers in 2019.
- Who are Physna's investors?
- Physna's investors include Drive Capital, Next Play Ventures, Sequoia Capital.
- How much funding has Physna raised?
- Physna has disclosed $6.9M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Physna headquartered?
- Physna is headquartered in Cincinnati, US.