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Wheel

Oslo, NO · Founded 2013 · 10 known investors

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wheel.me develops autonomous wheels and mobile robots that move objects and heavy equipment on command, aimed at automating and optimizing intralogistics operations for industries and organizations. The company positions its product as an affordable, accessible automation solution in the robotics category.

Founders & leadership

Wheel was founded in 2013 by Atle Timenes, Rolf Libakken, and Kurt Hauge.

ATAtle Timenes
Atle TimenesFounder2014–2023Atle Timenes is a Norwegian entrepreneur and technology leader who founded Wheel.me, which develops autonomous robot wheels for intralogistics automation. He is currently building a company focused on financial protection solutions.
RLRolf Libakken
Rolf LibakkenCofounder
KH
Kurt HaugeCo-founder

Investors · 10

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$150M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2021–2022

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Frequently asked questions

What does Wheel do?
wheel.me develops autonomous wheels and mobile robots that move objects and heavy equipment on command, aimed at automating and optimizing intralogistics operations for industries and organizations. The company positions its product as an affordable, accessible automation solution in the robotics category.
Who founded Wheel?
Wheel was founded by Atle Timenes, Rolf Libakken, Kurt Hauge in 2013.
Who are Wheel's investors?
Wheel's investors include Emerald Technology Ventures Ag, Idékapital, TechFounders, Coatue Management, CRV (Charles River Ventures), Lightspeed Venture Partners, Salesforce Ventures, Silverton Partners and 2 more.
How much funding has Wheel raised?
Wheel has disclosed $150M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Where is Wheel headquartered?
Wheel is headquartered in Oslo, NO.