Mark Smith
This article showcases our top picks for the best Massachusetts based Industrial Automation companies. Startups and companies like A-1 Auto Transport are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Industrial Automation industry, but are all exceptional businesses well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
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Top Massachusetts Industrial Automation Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
Locus Robotics
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Locus Robotics is a warehouse robotics company that manufactures autonomous mobile robots to support e-commerce.
Realtime Robotics
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Realtime Robotics develops a platform for robots to function seamlessly across deployments with minimal programming.
6 River Systems
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6 River Systems mission is to redefine fulfillment automation for e-commerce and retail operations.
MachineMetrics
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MachineMetrics is an Industrial IoT analytics and machine monitoring platform that empowers customers through real-time data.
American Robotics
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American Robotics is a Robot-as-a-Service company that develops FAA-approved pilotless, AI-powered drones for industrial purposes.
CIMCON Lighting
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CIMCON Lighting provides software-powered lighting controllers and IoT-enabled city lighting management solutions.
Rethink Robotics
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Rethink Robotics is a developer of industrial robots used to bring automation in the manufacturing process.
Veo Robotics
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Veo Robotics develops smart device solutions to enable high performance collaborative industrial robotics.
Berkshire Grey
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Berkshire Grey develops a materials handling system intended to automate omnichannel fulfillment.
Digital Alloys
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Digital Alloys is a technology company that develops high-speed, multi-metal additive manufacturing systems.
Digital Lumens
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Digital Lumens is a provider of intelligent LED lighting and facility insights solutions.
ConnectM Technology Solutions
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ConnectM brings remote efficiency, insight, and control to the operations of mechanical equipment using a powerful sensor and AI platform.
Motus
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Motus is the most accurate vehicle management and reimbursement platform available.
Automation Engineering
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Automation Engineering specializes in active alignment camera module assembly and test systems.
Soft Robotics
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Soft Robotics opens new markets to automation through the application and commercialization of its proprietary soft robotics technology.
Harvest Automation
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Harvest Automation is a material handling company that provides robots to resolve manual labor problems across multiple industries.
Boxologic
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Boxologic is a Robotic Instant Right-Size Packaging for E-Commerce Fulfillment
IndustrialML, Inc.
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IndustrialML is a Boston-based startup serving industrial customers. We make factories smarter.
Southie Autonomy
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Southie Autonomy develops a robot software that enables any industrial robot to be re-purposed and re-deployed by any person.
Barrett Technology
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Barrett designs, builds, and sells robots that are intended to work closely with people.
Teradyne
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Teradyne is a supplier of automatic test equipment used to test complex electronics used in consumer electronics.
Empire Robotics
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Empire Robotics manufactures flexible robotics that enable the secure grasping and manipulation of various objects with a single tool.
Alert Innovation
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Alert Innovation is a start-up, with a mission to re-invent retailing through robotics.
Hstar Technologies
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Hstar Technologies Corporation develops industry-leading robots to enhance automation quality in warehouse.
Cognex
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Cognex Corporation provides vision systems, vision software, vision sensors and surface inspection systems.
H2Ok Innovations
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IoT-enabled analytics platform providing data-driven optimization of industrial liquid systems for manufacturing
NECI
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Industrial/Manufacturing/Life Sciences automation, data integration, digital transformation/consulting, and valves and instrumentation,
CastleOS
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CastleOS, designed to work with all home automation protocols, is an integrated software suite for controlling automation equipment.
Auriga, Inc.
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Auriga is a software R&D and IT outsourcing services provider incorporated in the U.S.
Vicor Corporation
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Vicor Corporation designs, manufactures and markets innovative, high performance modular power components, from bricks to
DigiCenter
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DigiCenter is a provider of identity and cross-device graph data for marketers, publishers, and ad-tech providers.
iAutomation
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iAutomation focuses on the development of automation product solutions for various industries.
DTG
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DTG is the global leader in the design, development, and delivery of power systems and battery powered mobile workstations.
MRSI Systems
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MRSI Systems develops, manufactures and sells ultra-high precision die bonding systems.
Double E Company
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Double E Company is a maker of of highly-engineered components for web converting applications.
Control Technology Corporation
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The dawn of the electronic industrial control Company.
Expertek Systems
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Expertek Systems is an IT-based firm offering cloud ERP, cloud solutions ERP software & other services.
Eastern Industrial Automation
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Eastern Industrial Automation is the largest independent distributor of Industrial Power Transmission, Bearings, Pneumatic & so on Products.
Servomex Group Ltd
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Servomex Group Ltd is a world leader in gas analysis they are the expert provider of reliable, accurate and stable gas measurements.
Gibson Engineering
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Gibson Engineering is a solutions provider for world-class manufacturers of industrial automation products.
Ubiros
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Ubiros is a developer of robotic grippers developing & offering electrically actuated soft grippers namely GentleDuo.
Edgetech Instruments
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Edgetech Instruments engages in the design and manufacture of moisture and oxygen measurement devices.
Ruland
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Ruland manufactures shaft collars, spring rings, curved jaw, bellows, beam, rigid, flexible, and disc couplings.
Rexa
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Rexa is a manufacturing company that develops a unique brand of actuation technology located in West Bridgewater.
Performance Motion Devices
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PMD provides integrated circuits, digital amplifiers and motor control boards used for designing advanced motion control solutions.
1stVision
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1stVision offers machine vision components and solutions for factory automation, medical imaging and industrial machine vision applications.
Aztec
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Aztec is an IT company that provides engineering, process automation, project management, and consulting services.
RCML Robot Control Meta Language
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RCML is software for programming industrial robots.
Milara Inc
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Milara Inc is an Industrial Automation company.
Engineering Intent
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Engineering Intent offers Enterprise Engineering Automation Tools & Solutions that assist in taming their complex configuration solutions.
RT Engineering
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RT Engineering is a manufacturer that provides industrial controls, automation and factory modernization services.
The Portland Group
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The Portland Group is a wholesaler of plumbing, heating and air conditioning products.
Methods Machine Tools
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Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision machine tool and additive solutions.
GeoScout
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GeoScout is an industrial automation platform that helps several sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, transportation, and more.
Vaccon Company
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Vaccon Company is an innovator in vacuum technology that includes vacuum pumps, vacuum cups, end-of-arm tools, and accessories.
KINGSTAR
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KINGSTAR provides hardware and software solutions for the automation industry.
Automation Concepts & Technologies
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Automation Concepts & Technologies is a Computer & Network Security company.
IEP Technologies
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IEP Technologies is the provider of explosion protection solutions.
STAFFORD MANUFACTURING CORP
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Stafford Manufacturing Corp. is a manufacturer of shaft collars, rigid shaft couplings and problem-solving mechanical components.
Process Sensors
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Process Sensors is a manufacturer of on-line near infrared moisture sensors for the continuous monitoring and measurement of moisture.
FormDocs
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FormDocs LLC has been developing the FormDocs family of electronic forms design ,form filler and forms automation software since 2003.
ETRAGE
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ETRAGE provides software development, web applications development, and CAD automation services.
Paquette & Associates
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Paquette & Associates is designing and developing custom automated manufacturing systems.
IPSUMM
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IPSUMM is a product development firm that offers industrial automation equipment, moldings, route analysis & IP-layer management solutions.
Zize Bikes
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Zize Bikes is an online store that sells electric bikes and its accessories.
Improved Consumer Products
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Improved Consumer Products is a chimney manufacturing company that specializes in air-cooled TDW and solid pack Non-Tdw products.
Teknikor
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Teknikor offers turnkey installation, automation & controls, machine design, precision alignment & industrial process consultation services.
BSC Industries
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BSC Industries is an industrial distribution company.
Jaro Corp
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Jaro Corp provides application of functional coatings, fast turn prototypes, production quantities and automated services.
Consolidated Sterilizer Systems
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Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is an industrial automation company located in Billerica.
Ewing Controls
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Ewing Controls is a control solutions for power generation and industry.
Food Tech Structures
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Food Tech Structures is a construction company located in Rockland.
Northeast Engineering
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Northeast Engineering is a distributor and representative for fluid control component manufacturers.
Strategic Automation
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Strategic Automation produces machine vision robotics for golf ball manufacturers and recyclers worldwide.
Advanced Communication Technologies
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Advanced Communication Technologies offers custom electronics, audiovisual systems, home automation and smart technology solutions.
Coyote Technologies
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Coyote Technologies offers industrial controls design, PLC programming, application development, equipment and process assessment services.
First Electric Motor Service
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First Electric Motor Service provides Motor Sales and Service, Industrial Controls, Generators, Fans, VFDs, Onsite & Maintenance Facilities.
Kenneth Crosby
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Kenneth Crosby distributes cutting tools, abrasives, fasteners, gauges, and industrial tools.
Castle Hill Technologies
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Castle Hill Technologies is a comprehensive project engineering company committed to the values of hard work, transparency, and integrity.
DJ Instruments
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DJ Instruments is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom pressure, load/force and torque sensors.
Mass-Vac
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Mass-Vac is a customer in need of vacuum pump support and service. It offers services that include new and more.
Stapla Ultrasonics Corporation
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Schunk Sonosystems is a subsidiary of Schunk Sonosystems, a member of the Schunk Group, headquartered in Heucheleim, Germany.
O-D Tool & Cutter
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O-D Tool & Cutter is an industrial automation and manufacturing company.
GxP Automation
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Provides building automation systems and monitoring services to commercial and institutional clients in the Northeastern U.S.
Systematic Vision
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Systematic Vision offer the best possible products, services and solutions at a competitive price.
Quality Engineering Associates
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Quality Engineering Associates designs and develops portable test instrumentation for industrial applications.
ConceptSpring
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We help organizations survive and thrive through innovation
Sitius
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Sitius provides software automation tools, metrology solutions and measurement for dimensional inspection in the machine industry.
A.S.Thomas
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A.S.Thomas builds software and hardware systems for the manufacturing of industrial machinery and equipment sectors.
Lenze Americans
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Lenze Americans is an industrial automation company located in Uxbridge.
E&S Technologies
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E&S Technologies is a distributor that supplies water pumps, sanitary equipment, regulators and engineering products.
Eastern Industrial Products
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Eastern Industrial Products provides precision cut die-cut gaskets, standard, and custom molded rubber seals.
INDUSTRIAL & BIOMEDICAL SENSORS CORPORATION
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Industrial & Biomedical Sensors Corporation (IBS) manufactures accurate, automated, non-invasive blood pressure & pulse rate monitors.
Midwest Patterns
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Midwest Patterns produces an extremely diverse product range satisfying customers’ various tooling requirements.
Shaughnessy & Ahern Crane
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Shaughnessy & Ahern provides crane rental, heavy rigging and specialty hauling services to the construction industry.
ActiveVOS
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A service oriented process automation platform .
Wintriss
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Wintriss is a machinery and metal stampings manufacturing firm.
Control 7, Inc.
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Control 7, Inc. is a U.L. Registered Firm that provides Control Panel Fabrication Services to Engineering Firms & Systems Integrators.
