Advanced Manufacturing Startups

STRÄHLE+HESS develops custom technical solutions for manufacturing, including noise reduction measures, tolerance compensation for component assembly, attachment systems such as fabric hoses and braided hoses, and tensioning strips.

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Strahman Group manufactures sanitary washdown equipment, industrial process valves, and automated valve systems for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, and chemical processing industries. The company operates domestic manufacturing in Pennsylvania with ISO 9001 certification and offers custom engineering-to-order solutions.

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Strata Skin Sciences develops and provides dermatology treatment devices, including the XTRAC excimer laser and VTRAC excimer lamp for psoriasis and vitiligo, and the TheraClearX photopneumatic system for acne. Its products serve professionals in dermatology, plastic surgery, and aesthetics.

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Strato produces coupler systems and related components for railcars, including hose separation brackets, long-life yokes, and heavy-duty end hose straps. The company also provides on-site engineering consulting for rail customers with specialized projects.

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Stratton Aviation provides commercial aircraft component solutions including parts inventory, purchase and lease options, and end-of-life aircraft services for airlines, maintenance repair organizations, and lessors. The company operates a dual-certified repair station and offers 24/7 support globally.

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Stratus Agro manufactures modular greenhouse plastic products — including pallets, bins, flooring, clips, climate panels, and custom-moulded parts — along with design-to-production services. It sells directly to customers in the Canadian agriculture market, producing locally for faster lead times and transparent pricing.

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Streamline Systems develops a drop-in navigation module that integrates with Ardupilot, INAV, and PX4 flight controllers to enable autonomous drone flight without relying on satellite positioning. It serves commercial and military UAV operators seeking a GPS alternative.

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Linear Buddy is a thermoplastic elastomer safety product designed for site operations that resists damage and maintains durability through multiple reuse cycles. The product addresses workplace safety while supporting circular economy principles through full recyclability at end of life.

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A company providing automated solutions and 3D product configuration tools for consumers and operators, likely in the retail or display technology space.

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Stucki manufactures and supplies a comprehensive range of tank car components for railroad applications, serving chemical and industrial transportation sectors with specialized parts for different tank car types including acid-resistant, general purpose, pressure, and safety-compliance variants.

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Stûv designs and manufactures wood-burning stoves, pellet stoves, and built-in wood fireplace inserts, including freestanding and wall-mounted models with customizable finishes, colors, and dimensions. Its pellet stoves use a patented sculpted-flame technology aimed at low emissions and quiet operation, sold through a network of dealer-installers.

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Suanfarma develops, manufactures, and distributes active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for the global pharmaceutical industry, serving over 400 customers across 70+ countries. The company operates as a B2B contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing end-to-end solutions for small-molecule drug substances and intermediates using fermentation and chemical synthesis.

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Sufficiently Advanced develops robots for the apparel industry focused on dexterous handling and manipulation of soft materials in real-world environments.

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Suite42 is a food and beverage contract partner offering R&D, recipe formulation, prototyping, pilot and full-scale manufacturing, quality control, packaging, and supply chain and logistics support. It serves food and beverage brands and retailers looking to develop, manufacture, and scale products, including private labeling.

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Sumisho Marine is a shipping and marine services company that handles new vessel sales, ship chartering brokerage, second-hand vessel brokerage, vessel financing arrangements, marine equipment sales, and ship management services. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, operating from headquarters in Tokyo with additional offices in Imabari, Japan and Athens, Greece.

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Sumisho Metalex is a materials trading and manufacturing company that supplies aluminum products, heat exchange materials, electronic components, and secondary battery parts and equipment. The company engages in sales, processing, and import-export activities across the full value chain from raw materials to finished products.

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Sumitomo Corporation Global Metals Group is a steel trading company that was founded in 2003 and serves as a strategic steel merchant leveraging both diversified resources from the broader Sumitomo Corporation and specialized steel trading expertise. The company focuses on contributing to sustainable society and decarbonization in the steel industry.

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Sumitomo Precision Products is a Japanese manufacturer of MEMS foundry services, heat exchangers (including data-center cooling units and liquid-hydrogen heat exchangers), semiconductor processing equipment, and hydraulic systems. It serves semiconductor, aerospace, and industrial customers.

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Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. is a chemical company that develops and distributes chemical products and materials globally.

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Sumitronics is an electronics parts distributor and supply chain outsourcing provider specializing in components for electronic devices, offering services including inventory management, kitting, assembly, and just-in-time delivery.

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Summit Agro International develops and trades agricultural chemicals, pest control products, animal pharmaceuticals, and pet care items for domestic and international markets. The company is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation specializing in agrochemicals, disinfectants, and related equipment.

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Summit Cosmetics is a cosmetics and beauty company based in Japan that operates ODM (original design manufacturing) and materials businesses serving the cosmetics industry.

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A materials trading company specializing in carbon and refinery products for industrial applications including steelmaking, aluminum smelting, and cement production. The company supplies petroleum coke, coal tar, graphite electrodes, refractory materials, and related products domestically and internationally.

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Summit Interconnect produces specialized printed circuit boards for defense applications including autonomous systems, radar and sensor platforms, and intelligence/surveillance/reconnaissance equipment.

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