Advanced Manufacturing Startups

Uster provides quality management systems and testing solutions for the textile industry, including fiber analysis, yarn and fabric inspection equipment, and process control software. The company serves textile manufacturers across raw material management, production quality control, and final product inspection.

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DR Utilight develops printing technology for solar cell manufacturing that improves efficiency and reduces production costs in the photovoltaic industry. The company is part of a global group specializing in clean energy production equipment.

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UTP supplies turbine engines and engine components with ASA-100 certification for the aviation industry, offering electronic inventory management and competitive pricing to customers.

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Utz is a snack food manufacturer founded in 1921 that produces potato chips and other snacks, sold through retailers and an online store. Its portfolio includes multiple snack brands and it operates production facilities in Hanover, Pennsylvania.

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UVconcepts develops UV-C disinfection technology combined with equipment identification, controlled system access, and cloud-based data in a connected platform for managing equipment workflows. It serves healthcare and other organizations seeking consistent, repeatable disinfection cycles with greater visibility into equipment activity.

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The uvex group develops, manufactures and distributes safety and protective products and services for people in professional, sports and leisure settings, spanning brands such as uvex safety, uvex sports, ALPINA, and Filtral. Based in Germany with 49 locations across 23 countries, it operates a fully integrated value chain from design and engineering to production and sales.

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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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UXDuck develops a customizable operating interface for unmanned vehicles, compatible with drones, planes, copters, rovers, boats, and submarines. It serves users who need an adaptable control platform for a range of autonomous and remote-operated vehicles.

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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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V-Glass develops affordable vacuum insulated glass aimed at the residential and commercial window market. The company focuses on energy-saving glazing technology and has operated since 2008.

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Virginia Glass Products Corporation manufactures architectural tempered glass, all-glass entrance doors, frameless shower enclosures, and laminated glass for the commercial construction market. It works alongside Virginia Mirror Company to supply mirror and tempered glass 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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Vacuumschmelze is a manufacturer of soft magnetic materials, inductive components, current sensors, and permanent magnets serving automotive, industrial, aerospace, and energy sectors.

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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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Vamvalis Foods is a contract manufacturer and private-label packer of ground and tree nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and organic bars and bites, offering over 650 market-ready formulas to European retailers and distributors. Based in Greece, it also produces snacks under its own brands.

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Van de Velde Packaging designs and produces custom cardboard packaging for food, non-food, and premium product markets, handling the full process from design to printing and finishing and supplying packaging-line automation machines. It operates a network of production facilities across Europe.

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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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VanDeMark is a specialty chemicals manufacturer that produces phosgene-based chemical intermediates and performs custom complex chemical synthesis, including phosgenation, chlorination, hydrazine, acylation, and esterification. It supplies the materials, life sciences, and consumer markets with customized chemical intermediates for demanding applications.

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Vanderlande provides automated logistics process systems for the airport and parcel sectors, combining conveyor and sortation hardware, software, and life-cycle services. Its airport offerings cover baggage handling from bag drop and security through sortation and reclaim, while its parcel solutions target handling depots.

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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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