Advanced Manufacturing Startups

Planet Paper Box is a Canadian corrugated packaging manufacturer that produces custom boxes, displays, inserts, and protective packaging for national brands, produce operations, and e-commerce businesses. It offers design, prototyping, printing, warehousing, fulfillment, and shipping services to customers across Canada and the United States.

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Plano Molding manufactures protective cases and storage solutions, including the Diverge EVA rifle case line for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Plant Maintenance Co., Ltd. (PMC) provides comprehensive support for the maintenance of industrial plants worldwide, including parts and equipment procurement, inspection, diagnosis, repair technical guidance, and rehabilitation. Operating a proprietary network across about 50 countries, it serves industrial plant operators globally.

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Plascon Plastics develops sustainable plastic products and materials solutions by repurposing waste materials like old tires and ocean plastics for clients across consumer and industrial sectors. The company specializes in supply chain optimization, material selection, and manufacturing processes that reduce costs while promoting circular economy practices.

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Plasma Processes operates manufacturing facilities specializing in advanced materials processing and additive manufacturing technologies, serving aerospace and defense customers with capabilities including molten salt electrodeposition, plasma spray systems, and laser-based manufacturing.

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PlasmaGear provides end-to-end R&D and manufacturing services for high-performance nanofiber materials, using plasma treatment and nanofiber engineering to create customized, PFAS-free products. It serves businesses seeking tailored, sustainable material solutions from prototyping through large-scale production.

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PlasmidFactory is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that produces plasmid DNA and proprietary Minicircle DNA for research, preclinical, and GMP applications in gene and cell therapy, viral vectors, and vaccine development. It serves biotech and pharmaceutical clients developing advanced therapies, offering DNA production across defined quality grades up to GMP standards.

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Grale (formerly PlasticFri) develops sustainable plastic alternatives to replace conventional petroleum-based plastics and reduce environmental pollution. The company aims to shift from a linear to circular economy model by providing nature-based alternatives to traditional plastics.

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Plastigaur develops flexible packaging and wrapping solutions with a focus on sustainability, including the use of post-consumer recycled material and chemically recycled material. The company produces packaging that is largely recyclable and incorporates recycled content.

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Plataine provides industrial AI-powered optimization software with connected AI agents that help advanced manufacturers make real-time production decisions. Its context-sensitive, Industrial IoT-enabled technology integrates with existing manufacturing infrastructure.

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Plating Brap provides electroplating finishes on plastic parts, specializing in hexavalent chromium, trivalent chromium, and chrome-free etch coatings. The company operates with a focus on quality standards, waste minimization, and environmental sustainability in its manufacturing processes.

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Plazmo Industries manufactures and supplies CCFL and LED backlight components and complete backlight assemblies for LCD screen repair and replacement across industrial, medical, and consumer equipment.

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Pleatco makes replacement filter cartridges and cleaning products for pools and spas, designed to fit most major pool brands. It serves pool owners and service professionals, and is now part of Pentair's pool and spa filtration product portfolio.

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PLI manufactures key cards and gift cards for retail and hospitality customers, offering on-brand, on-price, and on-time card ordering and fulfillment services. The company operates production facilities and serves brands and retailers in closed and open loop card products.

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PLIXXENT develops polyurethane systems, and through its PURE-FLEX line produces tailor-made polyurethane laminating adhesives for the flexible packaging, converting, and graphic arts industry. The adhesives are offered in solvent-free, solvent-based, and water-based options for producers of multilayer flexible packaging worldwide.

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Pluie manufactures and installs hygienic diaper changing tables for public restrooms in businesses like restaurants, airports, and theme parks, along with portable changing mats and antimicrobial teethers for families. The company serves parents and caregivers seeking cleaner and more convenient solutions for changing babies on-the-go.

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SmartSet is a nontoxic, inorganic powder-based thermo-setting technology for downhole oil and gas applications that provides controlled, rapid set times and high compressive strength. It is engineered for well sealing and gas influx prevention in various temperature conditions.

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Plymouth Rubber manufactures specialized tapes and rubber products for electrical cable repair, insulation, and maintenance applications. The company serves electrical and construction professionals requiring high-voltage and low-voltage cable solutions.

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A group specializing in the design, manufacturing, and logistics of custom-made products, GWP (gift-with-purchase), packaging, and accessories, with an emphasis on eco-design and sustainable materials. It serves brands in the perfume, cosmetics, retail, fashion, jewelry, watchmaking, and distribution sectors, with sourcing across Asia, Europe, and France.

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Graphic House, Inc., now owner of the Poblocki Sign Company brand, designs, manufactures, installs and maintains custom interior and exterior signage such as backlit, monument, pylon, digital and wayfinding signs. It serves businesses, campuses, municipalities and organizations in the Milwaukee area and greater Midwest.

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Point Blank Enterprises manufactures and distributes protective equipment including ballistic body armor, tactical apparel, duty gear, and surveillance systems for the U.S. military, federal agencies, law enforcement, and corrections officers.

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Polaris Raumflugzeuge develops Aurora, a reusable spaceplane that combines aircraft and rocket technologies to deliver payloads to orbit and suborbital altitudes from conventional runways. The system is designed for small satellite launch, hypersonic transport, defense applications, and research missions with rapid turnaround and high reusability.

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Polarmatic manufactures TURBOMATIC containerized heating systems for concrete production plants, enabling aggregate and water heating across diverse climate conditions. The modular systems are designed to support year-round concrete production with energy-efficient heating solutions.

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Polar Performance Materials supplies ultra-high purity alumina materials to customers in semiconductors, aerospace, sapphire, and other precision industries, with engineered processes designed to minimize contamination and alpha particle emission while reducing energy use.

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