Advanced Manufacturing Startups

UW Solutions (Universal Woods) makes performance surface products across four brands, including dye sublimation photo panels and blanks (ChromaLuxe, Unisub), custom industrial coatings (RDC Coatings), and engineered industrial flooring panels (ResinDek) for applications such as personalized products and warehouse automation. The company was acquired by Apogee Enterprises in November 2024, and its standalone website has been retired.

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V-Ensure is a pharmaceutical company providing contract research, API development, and cGMP contract manufacturing services. It offers formulation and API R&D, analytical services, and produces injectable, solid oral, and liquid oral products.

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va-Q-tec manufactures thermal packaging and thermal energy efficiency solutions for industries including food delivery, retail, pharmaceuticals, construction, and commercial appliances. The company serves both commercial and industrial customers across Europe.

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Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service aerospace parts finishing company providing metal plating, chemical processing, shot peening, blasting, painting, and NDT inspection services for commercial aviation, defense, space, and medical applications. The company operates 12 facilities across North America with over 4,500 aerospace approvals and processes over 25 million parts annually.

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Valency International delivers sustainable agricultural products designed to minimize environmental impact and support responsible farming practices. The company provides training and support to farmers to adopt sustainable agriculture methods while meeting strict quality standards.

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Valeo is an automotive technology company that generates revenue from multiple automotive-related businesses, with 20.9 billion euros in sales in 2025. The company operates in mobility and automotive hardware/components sectors.

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Valiot builds software focused on manufacturing operations, offering measurable KPIs and adaptable onboarding for industrial decision-makers. The company serves manufacturers globally with tools aimed at addressing on-site manufacturing pain points.

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Valopas Oy designs and supplies LED lighting solutions for industrial applications including greenhouses, outdoor lighting, maritime, and public buildings in Nordic conditions. The company provides lighting components, design consultancy, and installation services with materials sourced from Finland and Europe.

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Valstad develops AI-enabled manufacturing systems for distributed ship production and repair, including robotic fabrication cells, phased array laser welding, and precision structural steel kits. It serves shipyards and industrial partners in the U.S. maritime industry, aiming to increase throughput and reduce downtime in shipbuilding and repair.

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Vandyck produces ready-made pancakes, crepes, and blinis in various sizes and flavors for consumer convenience. The company offers both sweet and savory options as part of its product range.

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Van Geloven is a Dutch snacks manufacturer with multiple brand portfolios including Mora, Van Dobben, and others, serving food service and retail channels.

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Vanellus provides GPU-native, finite-volume CFD and thermal simulation software for electronics cooling design, delivered through a browser-accessible workflow with cloud GPU solvers and automated meshing. It serves thermal engineers, product designers, and team leads working on dense electronics such as server blades, consumer electronics, and data centers.

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BOXX Modular (formerly MPA Systems and Vanguard Modular Building Systems) manufactures and leases prefabricated modular buildings for offices, classrooms, banks, and other institutional uses across the United States. The company offers both temporary and permanent modular solutions designed for fast deployment and cost efficiency compared to traditional construction.

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Vantage Group develops release agents and related formulations used in food production lines to prevent products from sticking to equipment during baking and processing. It serves plant managers and manufacturers of baked and processed foods.

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Vantelis provides cybersecurity solutions for operational technology (OT) environments in industrial settings, designed to protect legacy assets without disrupting operations. The company focuses on acquiring reliable OT data and securing infrastructure that cannot be patched or upgraded, using agentless and non-intrusive deployments.

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Vantem is a modular construction company that builds multifamily residential projects for developers using factory-built units assembled on-site. The company serves multifamily developers seeking faster construction timelines and lower costs while maintaining quality and energy efficiency.

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VARIANT3D develops LOOP, a software platform that enables designers and brands to create custom knitted textiles digitally and produce them at scale. The company bridges digital design with physical manufacturing for the apparel and textile industry.

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Vault Ice manufactures and distributes large-format, ready-to-use premium craft cocktail ice for the food and beverage industry. The company serves bartenders, restaurants, and cocktail establishments nationwide with high-quality ice products.

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Vaya Defense & Space designs and manufactures hybrid propulsion systems for space launch and defense applications. The company develops non-toxic, non-explosive rocket engines for the U.S. military, DARPA, and commercial space partners.

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Vectair Systems is a UK-based company that designs and manufactures hygiene and washroom products with a focus on sustainability, including refill systems and screening solutions that reduce plastic packaging waste. The company has achieved EcoVadis Silver Rating certification for integrating sustainability principles into its business operations and product lifecycle.

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Vectis Drive designs and manufactures traction speed reducers and motion system solutions, using lubricated rolling-contact surfaces for smooth, accurate motion transmission. Its products target applications such as robotics and medical devices, and it also offers precision engineering and CNC manufacturing services.

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Velcro Companies designs and manufactures hook-and-loop fasteners and related closure products, including consumer items and solutions for the footwear and apparel industries. Its offerings range from string light clips to recycled-textile fasteners used by apparel brands.

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Velox Digital manufactures industrial-grade digital decoration systems for high-volume packaging production, offering direct-to-shape printing solutions for beverage cans, plastic tubes, aerosol containers, and other rigid packaging at speeds up to 500 containers per minute. The company serves converters and fillers in the beverage and personal care sectors, delivering alternatives to offset printing, shrink sleeves, and labels with reduced environmental impact.

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Vendra connects manufacturers with a network of qualified US-based suppliers to produce custom parts, managing the full process from quote aggregation to delivery for aerospace and defense companies.

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