Advanced Manufacturing Startups

Cowlar makes a smart collar for dairy cows that tracks temperature, activity, and behavior, then sends farmers actionable recommendations to improve reproduction rates, detect disease, and increase milk yield. It offers this monitoring as a data service for dairy producers to manage herd health and operations.

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Cowles Semi develops miniLED transfer and placement technology, combining proprietary software and custom hardware to build machines for high-yield, precise miniLED placement. It serves manufacturers in the automotive, consumer electronics, and display industries.

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COXEM designs and manufactures scanning electron microscopy (SEM) equipment, including tabletop and full-size electron microscopes along with accessories such as ion beam polishers, sputter coaters, and detectors. Its products serve life science and materials science research and analysis.

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cplace provides a collaborative product lifecycle management (PLM) platform that helps manufacturing companies like Continental organize product development, planning, and supply chain workflows across departments.

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CPS Performance Materials is a specialty chemicals company operating businesses that produce and supply performance materials. It runs its operations through subsidiaries Geo Specialty Chemicals and Far Chemical.

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CR Powered by Epiroc engineers mining equipment and technology solutions that integrate hardware and software to improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in mining operations. The company offers dragline buckets, conveyor systems, wear products, and digital solutions designed to connect operational data with decision-making across the mining value chain.

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Stocksmith is inventory and production management software for cosmetics brands, food producers, bakeries, and small-batch manufacturers, replacing spreadsheets with real-time tracking of materials, components, and finished goods. It also calculates cost per unit and syncs orders and stock across multiple sales channels.

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FieldFab produces ruggedized, portable 3D printers designed to manufacture mission-critical parts in harsh and austere environments. The system operates across extreme temperature ranges and demanding field conditions, serving tactical and defense applications requiring on-site manufacturing capabilities.

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Create it REAL develops 3D printing technology and proprietary slicing software for sustainable, on-demand production in the orthopedic and prosthetic industries. It provides 3D printing systems and materials that let businesses produce customized products without needing prior additive manufacturing expertise.

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CreateMe is an AI robotics company that manufactures apparel using automated robotic assembly and proprietary digital adhesive bonding instead of traditional stitching. The company serves apparel brands and manufacturers seeking to modernize production with localized, on-demand manufacturing that reduces waste and improves recyclability.

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Creative Foam manufactures custom engineered die-cut, formed foam, nonwoven and multi-material components for the transportation, healthcare, and industrial markets. The company serves automotive, medical device, and consumer goods manufacturers across North America with production capabilities in noise reduction, sealing, welding, and protective packaging.

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Creative Motion Control manufactures electromechanical linear motion control products including actuators, roller screws, and bearings for industrial applications. The company positions itself as an American manufacturer offering high-efficiency alternatives to hydraulic systems.

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An engineered cab manufacturer supplying operators cabins and specialized enclosures to original equipment manufacturers in agriculture, construction, forestry, military, mining, rail, and specialty truck sectors.

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CRH is a leading provider of building materials and construction aggregates, serving customers across infrastructure, residential, and commercial sectors globally.

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Critical Materials Group manufactures and distributes military-grade explosive materials for defense arsenals, aiming to remove single points of failure in the supply chain. The company holds federal certifications required for producing and distributing such materials.

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Cronwell is a procurement platform that automates sourcing, purchase order management, and cost negotiation for manufacturers and supply chain teams. The platform uses AI agents and reverse auction capabilities to reduce procurement costs and accelerate purchasing workflows across part categories.

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Croom Medical provides contract manufacturing and process development for medical device OEMs, including additive manufacturing of implants such as spinal fixation screws. It develops and validates production processes and supports customers with regulatory submission evidence.

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ATLAS is a cloud platform that uses artificial intelligence and digital twin technology to optimize facility operations and energy efficiency across multi-site industrial portfolios. The platform enables remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and autonomous control for heavy industry operators managing large facilities.

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Crossville is an American manufacturer of porcelain, ceramic, glass, and natural stone tile for interior and exterior floors, walls, and other surfaces, serving both commercial and residential spaces. Founded in 1986 and now part of AHF Products, it offers large-format tile and specialized finishes with U.S.-based manufacturing.

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Crouzet designs and manufactures mechatronic products and components for critical industrial applications, supporting customers from prototyping through market scaling. The company serves industrial clients worldwide with offerings that incorporate AI and IoT technologies.

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Crown Battery manufactures industrial and commercial batteries for heavy-duty equipment, renewable energy systems, and specialized applications across multiple industries worldwide. The company has been operating since 1926 and serves global markets from its headquarters in Fremont, Ohio.

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Crystal Growth Solutions offers KGINSITE, a machine learning system (patent pending) that uses real-time data to guide crystal growth, predict outcomes, and reduce defects and production waste. It also provides technical troubleshooting and training for manufacturers transitioning from lab-scale to industrial-scale crystal production.

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CSG (Czechoslovak Group) is an industrial and technology group operating in the defence and security, automotive, and aerospace industries, with a product portfolio that includes heavy-duty vehicles, radars, air traffic control systems, and ammunition. It groups traditional and newer defence companies operating across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other European countries.

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CSI Heat designs and supplies steam system components for industrial heating applications, including manifolds, piping, and heat tracing elements for process heating circuits.

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