Advanced Manufacturing Startups

AICA develops a software system that combines AI algorithms with real-time, sensor-driven adaptive control to simplify the programming and deployment of industrial robots for manufacturers. Its technology supports applications such as precision polishing, automated screwing, EV battery disassembly, and bi-manual handling, and is used by companies including Schaeffler.

3 investors

Airhart Aeronautics designs and builds advanced personal airplanes with a focus on safety, reliability, and intuitive operation. The company serves individuals and operators seeking easier-to-fly, safer aircraft with modern avionics and human-centered design.

3 investors

Airthium develops high-temperature Stirling-engine-based heat pumps that replace gas-fired steam boilers for food and mining companies, producing more heat per unit of electricity at temperatures up to 1000°F. It plans to use the same proprietary engine for long-duration seasonal energy storage as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries and fossil-fired power plants.

3 investors

Airxcel, parent company of Coleman-Mach, manufactures RV air conditioning systems and specialty vehicle climate control solutions. The company has produced over 8 million units globally since introducing the original RV air conditioner in 1967.

3 investors

AIV builds an AI vision-based robotics automation platform aimed at implementing industrial "Physical AI," connecting the platform with robots for setup, operation, and performance management in production settings. It focuses on perception-driven robot automation and control for high-variance tasks, integrating inspection, decision-making, and motion for manufacturing.

3 investors

Alcheme Bio develops precision enzyme systems that improve flavor and functionality in protein ingredients during manufacturing processing. The company's enzyme technology reduces off-notes and bitterness in plant proteins, upcycled materials, and emerging protein systems for food manufacturers.

3 investors

Aletiq offers a software platform that centralizes a company's product and operational knowledge into a single source of truth, making data instantly searchable across teams. It targets industrial and manufacturing organizations, with features for regulatory traceability, compliance, and fine-grained access control.

3 investors

Algo offers Intuiflow Demand Planning, a shared workspace that uses live demand signals, statistical analytics, and scenario modeling to align sales, finance, and operations on supply chain forecasts. It serves manufacturing and supply chain teams and integrates with major ERP systems.

3 investors

Allosense designs and manufactures sensors, automated test systems, and software observability tools that provide real-time data capture and monitoring for factory production environments. The company helps manufacturers achieve greater operational visibility, equipment health monitoring, and process optimization across advanced manufacturing sectors including battery production, aerospace, and defense.

3 investors

Allude records the undocumented know-how held by factory workers and encodes it into an AI system that models plant processes. Production teams can query it for guidance and use it to keep operating standards consistent as staff turns over.

3 investors

Aloxy develops industrial IoT solutions including sensors, gateways, and middleware for the chemical, oil and gas, and process industries. Their flagship product monitors manual valve positions through wireless sensor technology.

3 investors

Altitude AI is an AI platform that helps system integrators save time on industrial documentation, engineering drawings, PLC code, and troubleshooting. The platform analyzes, generates, and validates control documents, electrical/mechanical drawings, and programmable logic controller code for complex manufacturing and industrial automation projects.

3 investors

Altitude AI builds generative AI agents for industrial automation that help system integrators and OEMs automate engineering workflows including document analysis, code drafting, and design review for manufacturing projects.

3 investors

Altum Technologies develops ultrasound technology for industrial cleaning, fouling prevention, and separation in production processes. The system is installed externally on existing equipment without requiring process modifications and can be remotely monitored via IoT.

3 investors

Amann Girrbach develops dental technologies including high-precision machines and materials for digital dentistry, serving dental technicians and practitioners. It provides equipment, materials, a global technical service network across more than 90 countries, and training through its online academy.

3 investors

Ameba provides an AI agent workforce that automates supply chain administrative tasks such as chasing suppliers, producing quotes, confirming dates, and updating ERP/PLM systems, running configured processes on every order around the clock. It targets manufacturers and operations teams, with features including EU Digital Product Passport compliance support for textile suppliers.

3 investors

American Housing manufactures and assembles prefabricated rowhomes using modular building systems, proprietary kit-of-parts design, and vertical integration across manufacturing, logistics, and on-site installation for the residential construction market.

3 investors

Amyris develops a biomanufacturing platform that uses fermentation and microbial engineering to produce natural ingredients and rare compounds at scale for partners across industries such as specialty chemicals, food ingredients, and consumer products. Founded in 2003, the company focuses on sustainable, bio-based sourcing of molecules.

3 investors

Anvl offers a connected worker platform that gives frontline workers and supervisors in-the-moment guidance, alerts, and analytics to identify hazards, improve product quality, and manage operations. It is aimed at industrial and corporate safety teams seeking safety, quality, and operations insights from the frontline.

3 investors

Apolink provides on-demand satellite communications infrastructure, enabling real-time telemetry and command links for space operators managing satellites for applications including disaster response, wildfire detection, and intelligence gathering.

3 investors

Aquagga develops field-deployable technology that uses a patented hydrothermal process to permanently destroy PFAS chemicals, breaking them down into harmless byproducts. It serves industries, municipalities, and government agencies seeking to address PFAS water contamination.

3 investors

Ares Industries designs and manufactures precision missiles (Maverick and Goose) for military defense, built at volume with five-figure unit costs for use by the U.S. and allied forces.

3 investors

Aris Machina builds an agentic operating system and AI tools for manufacturing, using a semantic model that unifies design, process, and quality data to help engineers and shopfloor operators accelerate R&D and production. It targets industrial environments such as shop floors, R&D labs, and battery/cell development.

3 investors

Artic builds software for offsite and modular construction that converts architectural designs into manufacturing outputs for building components such as walls, roofs, bathrooms, and bridges. It serves offsite construction manufacturers, helping them run production projects faster and more efficiently.

3 investors