Hardware Startups

Zodiac Milpro manufactures customized rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) and inflatable boats for military and professional uses such as rescue, patrol, boarding, and expedition operations, and also provides operator training. Originating from the Zodiac company (founded 1896), it serves military, coastguard, and professional maritime customers worldwide.

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ZOECORE is a farming technology product that increases crop profitability for agricultural operations. The company targets farms across North America with a focus on cannabis cultivation.

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SAV Pro Groupe provides fire safety products and services, intrusion and security systems, and occupational health and safety training to protect people, property, and establishments against fire, intrusion, and workplace risks.

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Fifteen (Zoov by Fifteen) is a European company providing bike-sharing and long-term bike rental systems for towns and cities, including electric bikes, charging stations, user access apps, an operator control centre, and a data analysis platform. Its "Augmented Bike Networks" combine station-based and free-floating bike-sharing, long-term rental, and tourist bikes into networks connected with public transport for urban and rural areas.

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ZowPow made wireless toy game controllers designed for mobile games. The company operated in the gaming hardware space.

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Zparq develops the Z10, an electric outboard motor with a plug-and-play design for upgrading new and existing boats to an electric drivetrain. The system uses portable modular battery packs chargeable from a standard wall outlet and a companion mobile app for monitoring range.

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ZPUE develops products and solutions for the electrical power industry, supplying equipment used in power distribution and energy infrastructure. The company operates globally, with its products present in Poland, Europe, and other markets worldwide.

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A Chinese company operating in the optical/vision products industry, holding patents and registered trademarks across a range of eyewear or vision-related products.

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ZSX Medical develops surgical wound closure devices, including its lead product Zip-stitch, a clinical-stage device designed to assist surgeons with closure procedures more efficiently.

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ZTZ Services manufactures hardware systems for monitoring the health and condition of electrical transformers and related grid infrastructure components. The company serves utilities and infrastructure operators seeking to prevent equipment failures and optimize maintenance scheduling.

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Zunibal develops satellite-based monitoring and management systems for longline fishing operations, combining hardware buoys with software to optimize catch efficiency and sustainability.

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Shenzhen Zuowei Technology, founded in 2019, develops, manufactures, and sells intelligent nursing and rehabilitation aids, including assisted bathing solutions for professional care teams. The Chinese high-tech company provides smart nursing products for the elderly care and rehabilitation market, with international sales reach into Europe and South Korea.

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Zuri develops hybrid-electric uncrewed cargo vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft, with plans to expand toward a certified six-seater passenger variant. The company designs and manufactures aircraft in-house in Prague, targeting commercial cargo deliveries beginning in 2027-2029.

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Zygo makes waterproof swimming headphones that stream live underwater audio, letting swimmers listen to music, podcasts, and guided coaching during pool workouts. It serves recreational swimmers, triathletes, and competitive swimmers through a hardware headset paired with a companion app.

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ZygoFix develops minimally invasive fixation solutions for joint stabilization and fusion procedures, targeting the ambulatory surgery center market. The company was founded by orthopedic experts and engineers specializing in medical device development and spinal implant technology.

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Zylox-Tonbridge is a medical device company focused on neuro- and peripheral-vascular interventional solutions for healthcare professionals and patients. It is publicly listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under ticker 02190.HK.

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Zypho develops, manufactures, and sells shower drain heat recovery systems that transfer heat from used shower water to incoming cold water, reducing household energy consumption and carbon footprint. The company is a heat-recovery product maker for residential new-build and renovation projects, acquired in 2023 by the Belgian group Aliaxis.

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A Russian dealer of industrial machinery and equipment, supplying machine tools from Chinese and Russian manufacturers (such as ACCURL, BOFENG, and HEAD WaterJet) to production businesses. The company also advises clients on selecting equipment and technology to improve their manufacturing processes.

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Koh Young Technology is a manufacturer of 3D inspection solutions, including SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) and AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) technologies for electronics manufacturing and related industries. The company has held the global market leadership position in inspection equipment since 2006.

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The company manufactures precision screwdrivers and related hand tools for professional repair and maintenance work. Products are marketed toward skilled technicians and repair specialists.

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Deediim develops machine vision sensors for surface inspection, using free-illumination and surface-property-imaging technology to detect defects. The system is aimed at industrial quality inspection and manufacturing applications.

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Digital Edge develops ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems) and in-cabin monitoring solutions for the automotive sector.

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Lumantek designs and manufactures hardware products for the broadcast and test & measurement industry, including video switchers, converters, SDI distribution/routers, HD encoders, stream analyzers, RF testing tools, and live titlers. Its products serve broadcasting and A/V professionals working with live computer graphics.

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McScience manufactures test systems and scientific measurement equipment for research and development across OLED, solar cells, batteries, and flexible electronics. The company supplies to academic institutions and industrial companies in over 100 countries.

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