Patrick Heimburger
Co-Founder / Managing Director
fruitcore robotics
10/10Traction
fruitcore robotics develops the HORST industrial robot, which features a maintenance-free drive system and an integrated AI-driven operating system for rapid deployment and programming. This technology reduces setup time by up to 75% and lowers maintenance costs by 50%, enabling efficient automation in manufacturing processes.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Hardware
- Industrial Automation
- Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
- Robotics
Updated 22 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$24.6MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
KompasNo round attributed
- kompas.vc (opens in a new tab)investor website
Matterwave VenturesNo round attributed
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Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many manufacturing processes rely on manual labor or complex automation systems that are difficult to program and maintain. Traditional industrial robots often require specialized expertise for deployment, resulting in high setup costs and long integration times. This complexity limits the accessibility of automation, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Solution
fruitcore robotics offers the HORST industrial robot, designed for ease of use and rapid deployment in diverse manufacturing environments. The robot features a maintenance-free drive system and an AI-powered operating system (horstOS) that simplifies programming and operation. Pre-configured automation modules and plug-and-play components reduce project planning time, while the intuitive software interface allows users to learn robot operation in a few hours. An integrated AI assistant provides real-time support, and an IIoT platform enables predictive maintenance and remote support, minimizing downtime.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes SMEs in the metal, logistics, medical technology, electronics, and plastics industries, as well as educational and research institutions seeking accessible and efficient automation solutions.
Features
- Maintenance-free drive system with durable joint bearings for reliable, long-term operation
- AI-powered horstOS for intuitive programming, operation, and management
- Real-time simulation capabilities for efficient programming and commissioning
- Pre-configured automation modules and plug-and-play components for faster project implementation
- Integrated AI assistant for immediate support and troubleshooting
- IIoT platform for backups, predictive maintenance, and remote support
- Digital learning platform for rapid user training
- Compact footprint and flexible deployment options
- Multi-sensor system for increased precision and flexibility