BotFactory
BotFactory develops and manufactures an all-in-one desktop machine for automated fabrication and assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs), enabling rapid in-house prototyping.
- CEO / Founder
- Carlos Ospina Tarazona
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $3.175M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- ff Venture Capital, NY Angels, SeaChange Fund, New York State
Technology & Products
Key Products
SV2 Printer: An all-in-one desktop machine for 3D printing circuits, solder paste extrusion, and PCB assembly.
Technological Advantage
The primary advantage is the significant reduction in time and cost for electronics prototyping. By enabling on-site, same-day fabrication, BotFactory eliminates the long lead times, high costs, and IP risks associated with third-party manufacturing services, thereby accelerating the R&D and product development cycle.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
BotFactory's technology reduces the PCB prototyping lifecycle from weeks to a single day, providing users with greater control over their intellectual property, cost savings, and increased iteration speed, all from a compact desktop machine.
How They Differentiate
BotFactory differentiates itself by offering a more affordable and accessible all-in-one desktop solution compared to larger, more expensive industrial systems from competitors like Nano Dimension and Optomec. Its focus on a compact footprint and ease of use makes it suitable for a broader audience, including smaller R&D labs and educational institutions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Electrical engineers, R&D labs, educational institutions, and technology companies requiring rapid and secure PCB prototyping.
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense, Education, Industrial Automation, Consumer Electronics, Research
Competitors
Nano Dimension; Voltera; Optomec
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company has secured multiple government contracts, including a significant SBIR Phase II contract, which validates its technology for high-stakes applications. Its printers are used in over 750 research facilities and companies.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2013 and launched from the NYU Tandon Future Labs incubator., Secured a $1.25M SBIR Phase II contract with the U.S. Department of Air Force (DAF) in 2023., Successfully raised over $3.1M in total funding through a combination of equity, grants, and contracts., Expanded its product line from the initial 'Squink' model to the more advanced SV2 printer.
Notable Customers
Won a top innovation award at Defense TechConnect 2023 for the SV2 Printer.
Official records
Filings, certifications, and programme counts AMPulse can show for this company.
- [F] SBIR/STTR · 3 AM awards · latest 2023
- [F] System for UltraFast Additive Manufacturing of Electronics with correction and validation · 2023 · USD 1,249,995
- [F] Additive Manufacturing of PCBs in Space · 2022 · USD 249,999
- [F] Open Call for Innovative Defense-Related Dual-Purpose Technologies/Solutions with a Clear Air Force Stakeholder Need · 2019 · USD 49,910