2025 Exhibitors

We will be hosting a pavilion showcasing some great Israeli robotic related companies, that are already supporting PGH robotic companies, or are seeking to engage with the local ecosystem.

AdSkate is an AI-powered creative intelligence platform that helps brands and agencies improve ad performance by analyzing the impact of creative elements across audiences. At Robotics & AI Discovery Day 2025, we will be showcasing our pre- and mid-campaign creative analysis solution—demonstrating how AI can identify which visuals, messages, and formats drive engagement across different demographics. Our platform eliminates guesswork, helping marketing teams make faster, smarter creative decisions.

Adrich Smart products where a IoT meets AI smart label digitizes physical products and consumables and how products become intelligent to give their own consumption data and smart reorders

A leading provider of robotic equipment, Advanced Construction Robotics (ACR) is transforming the construction industry by filling the skilled labor gap and increasing overall productivity.

Manufacturer of high performance servo drives for any industry and any application.

The ATC/Westmoreland is a provider of advanced manufacturing programs, including robotics and additive manufacturing. We will be showcasing student-built equipment, and our credit, non-credit, and community engagement programming.

Aerotech produces some of the most precise motion control products on the market for complex and challenging motion applications with tolerances down to the sub-micron level.

Headquartered in Salem, Oregon, and founded in 2015, Agility Robotics makes Digit the industry-leading humanoid robot. Today, Digit is the centerpiece of Agility's advanced automation solution, providing reliable and on-demand labor. As Digit learns new skills and expands to new industries, it will become an essential helper in everyday life.

Our mission is to make Pittsburgh the leading city for the practical business application of artificial intelligence by providing an open space to connect, share, and build. With AI models and tools evolving at a breakneck pace, this community is where builders swap stories, share battle scars, and trade tips for what's working in AI and, almost as importantly, what is not. So we'll showcase one of the latest advancements in agentic AI.

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Allegheny Educational Systems provide technical assistance, hardware and curriculum to educational institutions in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU) connects the Pennsylvania Department of Education with 42 Allegheny County school districts. My program, transformED, turns trends in education and technology into practical, sustainable strategies for classrooms and districts. This year we’re showcasing our STEM Lending Library, which lets districts borrow class sets of tools for student use. This expands access to hands-on learning, a core value of transformED that builds problem-solving and creativity. Our table will be interactive, featuring activities like a Makey Makey banana piano, a Sphero Challenge, and a Rock-Paper-Scissors game on micro:bits.

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Semiconductor Manufacturer with integrated solutions relavent for robotics applicaitons.

ARIN Technologies builds indoor positioning systems to provide safety and productivity solutions for Advanced Manufacturing and distribution.

The ARM Institute focuses on accelerating the adoption of advanced robotics and automation in manufacturing by fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and government, aiming to drive innovation and improve competitiveness in the sector.

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Assemble envisions diverse neighborhoods of empowered people who create, connect, learn, and transform together. Building confidence by uniting communities of artists, technologists, makers, and learners both in Pittsburgh and beyond.

Astrabeam will showcase novel sensing technologies for manufacturing, robot perception and physical AI. Two demos will be featured at the exhibit including terahertz imaging scanner and sensor fusion (camera+radar) based on edge compute. Astrabeam also plans to join the NY Robotics Network group at the Discovery Day event.

Astrobotic is a leading aerospace and defense contractor focused on advancing space exploration through a range of technologies, including lunar landers and reusable rockets, having secured over 60 contracts worth over $600 million and recently launching the first American lunar lander mission since Apollo, with operations in Pittsburgh, PA, and Mojave, CA.

Atlas Robotics is building a new category of labor: intelligent machines that thrive in chaos and never clock out. We don’t automate the easy. We automate the valuable.Our Physical AI agents already work in high-traffic, dynamic warehouses, executing high-value, time-sensitive tasks with speed, judgment, and relentless consistency.

Aurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora’s driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Continental, FedEx, Hirschbach, PACCAR, Ryder, Schneider, Toyota, Uber, Uber Freight, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Autonomous Solutions, and Werner. To learn more, visit aurora.tech.

As a 3D printing distributor, we find the best additive Advanced Manufacturing technology to optimize Advanced Manufacturing workflows for productivity and profitability.

Balanced Engineering is a premier consulting firm specializing in business growth through product innovation, market strategy, geographic expansion, technology integration, and manufacturing and supply chain optimization. ​

We concentrate on automation, electrification, and safety for off-road machinery in agriculture and construction. Our expertise helps companies navigate the challenges of growth and innovation posed by these advanced technologies.​

We aim to harness the transformative power of advanced simulation, artificial intelligence, and optimization to develop robust, deployable solutions for the world’s growing engineering problems.

BirdBrain Technologies cultivates creativity and makes abstract concepts hands-on by providing flexible and inspiring classroom tools: the Finch Robot, the Hummingbird Robotics Kit, and the new Owlet Math Tools collection.

Bloomfield’s service combines plant-level imaging and deep learning to assess the health and performance of every plant, at any scale continuously, with extreme precision and accuracy.

BrainSTEM Learning supports community-based robotics made up of secondary school students from the Northern Pittsburgh area. For over a decade, BrainSTEM Learning teams have participated in the FIRST Tech Challenge and FIRST Robotics Competition, receiving annual recognition for our engineering expertise, robot performance, and contributions to STEM education on an international scale.

Butler County Community College’s (BC3) Workforce Development professional team is committed to providing training, certifications, and advancement opportunities to meet business, industry, and public safety needs on a local and regional level.

Our InoDrive Motion Control platform of simplified motion.  Graphic programming, high speed and precise motion cohtrol of a majority of processes involving servo motors and precise positioning.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's mission is to "foster literacy, enable exploration, and create connections with all our neighbors" (our strategic plan). Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh offers workforce development along with non-profit and business services. These include free online resources, educational programs/guest speakers, and 1 on 1 appointments with Job & Career Librarians.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's mission is to "foster literacy, enable exploration, and create connections with all our neighbors" (strategic plan). Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is experienced in facilitating STEM programs and maintains a collection of gadgets and other tech which make the experience interactive and educational.  At their table, people can have some fun while planning for their future, as well as learning about how CLP can assist them, free of charge.

Carnegie Robotics LLC is an advanced robotics and autonomy company that designs, develops, and manufactures rugged, reliable solutions for the world’s toughest environments. Founded by alumni of Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), we specialize in high-performance perception, computing, and autonomy systems that enable machines to see, understand, and operate safely and effectively in complex, real-world conditions.With deep roots in defense, agriculture, mining, and industrial automation, we build stereo cameras, GNSS receivers, autonomy compute modules, and complete off-road autonomous systems that power leading OEMs and government partners around the globe. Our in-house engineering, manufacturing, and testing capabilities ensure the highest standards of quality, durability, and performance.

Learn how Catalyst Connection is preparing manufacturers for the 21st century through The Digital Bridge Initiative, helping manufacturers with implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies in products, processes, logistics, and human resources.

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Cell X Technologies has a robotics and AI solution to empower biotech companies to develop and scale cell therapies and enable cures to be delivered to patients.

At Cirtronics, we excel in manufacturing small to medium quantity, high-complexity, quality-sensitive products. Our expertise is in highly rigorous and regulated markets including robotics, military, security and medical technology.

Collaborating with all City departments to help make City services convenient and accessible for residents. The Department of Innovation and Performance will be here to discuss the PGH Lab program and the efforts and projects related to AI and Smart Cities interests.

We are on a mission to introduce AI-enabled waste tracking allowing large-scale dining operators optimize inventory and reduce costs. Smart cameras with machine learning track plate waste offering actionable real-time data, assistance in sustainability reporting, and enabling our partners to better understand their consumer's preferences.

A strategic partner empowering businesses worldwide...With leading networking and connectivity solutions, advanced cybersecurity, and expert partnership, Comcast Business is powering the engine of modern business. We design, implement, and manage advanced technology solutions to address specific business needs to help enterprises, so they can accelerate their growth and navigate an evolving technological world.

CCAC is proud to showcase new short term training programs in robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing.

CCBC is a community college in Pennsylvania that offers a diverse range of academic programs, workforce training, and support services to empower students for success in their educational and career goals.

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We're a Build Back Better Recipient that is rapidly developing advanced manufacturing and robotics workforce development programs to dovetail with our larger educational platform.  We'll have information about advanced manufacturing, IT, cybersecurity, and telecommunications classes cohorts that we'll be offering in 2026.

Concurrent EDA creates and sells high-performance electronics for AI and vision applications.

The Engineering Plastics segment of Covestro is a global market leader in polycarbonate (PC) polymers. PC is tough, break-resistant and lightweight, making it an excellent substitute for glass or metal and is broadly used in electronics, electrical, mobility and healthcare applications. Our company aims to be fully circular by 2035.

We are a multidisciplinary Pittsburgh-based product research, design and engineering firm. We have a 30+ year history of working with local and global companies to design and build innovative products, particularly in the medical and safety industries. We are proud to be a part of the PRN ecosystem and contribute our design, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering expertise to the robotic technologies at the heart of Pittsburgh's burgeoning tech scene.

Digital Divide Data (DDD) provides Data Operations services and consulting in the space of Automotive, Robotics, AI and Defense Tech.

The Digital Foundry at New Kensington is a collaborative innovation center with the primary mission to foster digital transformation in Advanced Manufacturing and workforce development.

We make the experience of Virtual Reality far better and far more accessible for far more people with our technology, starting with wearable ROBOTIC BOOTS!

Elmo has been a leader in motion control technology for over 35 years with millions of servo drives working 24/7 worldwide.

ESTAT makes the world's most efficient motion hardware for high-performance robot designs.

Everight helps engineers and designers select the best rotary and linear sensors for their application. From small scale one-offs to large OEMs, Everight provides the same 1:1, knowledgeable experience.

Eye-bot's Remote Asset Visualization (RAV) is a configurable, autonomous drone system that delivers real-time aerial insights.

AULHABER is a leading supplier in the area of high precision miniature and micro drive systems. FAULHABER offers the most extensive range of miniature and micro drive technologies available from a single source worldwide. From high performance DC Motors, BLDC Motors, to Linear Motors, and Stepper Motors, each drive is designed to achieve maximum performance in minimum dimensions and weight. Matching precision gearheads, encoders, linear components and drive electronics are available to complete the system.

Through the FIRST Tech Challenge program the Fayette County 4-H robotics team provides opportunities for youth to experiment with and learn about the engineering design process and programming using Android Studio and the Java language.

Field AI is a pioneer in the physical intelligence space. Our brain software enables many different robot embodiments to navigate autonomously without maps, GPS, or pre-programmed trajectories. The company is headquartered in California with offices in Pittsburgh, Boston, and more.

FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is a challenging and collaborative robotics program for high school students that encourages teamwork, engineering skills, and creativity as they design, build, and compete with robots in exciting games.

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FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is a robotics competition program that engages students in grades 7-12 in designing, building, and programming robots to compete in exciting challenges, fostering skills in STEM, teamwork, and innovation.

FIRST Tech Challenge is a program for 7th - 12th graders to design and compete in a robotic game. This area will be for the general game field for other exhibitors to come operate thier robot within this area.

ForSight is developing aids for the visually impaired to provide spatial awareness of surroundings and thereby enhance safety and confidence in navigating unfamiliar and dynamic spaces.

Form(X) is a custom contract manufacturing company specializing in CNC machining, laser cutting, welding, fabrication, 3D printing, and finishing services. We support robotics, aerospace, and industrial clients with high-mix, low-volume production — built for speed, precision, and scalability.

Four Growers is a YCombinator-backed, Pittsburgh-based robotics startup develops and deploys world leading AI and robotics to create a world where nutritious, delicious, sustainable food is accessible for everyone.

Robotic Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing

Our company will be showcasing custom soft dexterous robotic end-effectors.

Gather AI helps warehouse operators lower their cost of inventory accuracy with world-leading AI-enabled inventory insights collected by a fleet of autonomous drones.

getWITit (Women in Tech) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the careers and visibility of women in technology through education, connection, and empowerment. With local chapters across the U.S., including a strong presence in Pittsburgh, getWITit hosts conferences, networking events, and educational programs that inspire and support women at all stages of their tech journey — from students to executives.Our mission is to close the gender gap in tech by fostering inclusive communities, highlighting women leaders, and promoting opportunities in STEM fields.

The Girls of Steel is an outreach effort based in CMU's Robotics Institute that uses the FIRST robotics platform for K-12 programs. FIRST is an international organization that holds competitions to engage the students. More than a robotics team, Girls of Steel Robotics is a program of FIRST teams and community outreach, serving kids in grades K-12 in Greater Pittsburgh.

We are a product development firm focusing on robotics, industrial automation and medtech. We will be showcasing a robotic arm. Our robotic arm is designed to demonstrate how machine vision, machine learning, motion control and engineering come together to automate tasks currently performed by humans.

Govini is a software company that revolutionizes Defense Acquisition with our platform, Ark.

Ark moves the daily operations of managing the DoD's trillion-dollar weapons portfolio from slow, error-prone spreadsheets to powerful AI-enabled Applications with visibility of the entire defense industrial base.The Defense Acquisition community uses Ark to optimize their supply chains, develop new tech, accelerate production, strengthen sustainment, and field capabilities faster.We can't quite "demo" Ark due to the nature of our work (national security), but I will try to come up with some sort of interactive display before then, if I can! There are some cool visualizations we may be able to show, without showing the underlying data behind them.

HEBI Robotics produces a robot development platform. Hardware & software tools that make it possible to quickly create capable & robust custom robots.

Hellbender is a first-of-its-kind Full-Stack Embedded Vision Platform—a transformative solution that eliminates traditional barriers to hardware-dependent use cases, enabling Rapid Iteration and Product Scalability.

Humotech (Human Motion Technologies LLC) offers the Caplex wearable robotics platform, enabling researchers and developers to rapidly prototype and evaluate solutions for enhancing human mobility, particularly in prosthetics, orthotics, and exoskeletons, by incorporating real-time user feedback to personalize assistance; founded in 2015 as a spin-out from Carnegie Mellon University, Humotech operates out of Pittsburgh, PA, and is recognized for its work with veterans and servicemembers on prosthetic foot and ankle-foot orthotic strategies.

IA Motion Products specializes in the application, sales and support of power transmission, motion control, automation and fluid power products to service industrial manufacturers. Our objective is to help you select and apply reliable, commercially-available products to successfully solve unique automation requirements.

High Density, Modular Data Centers at the Edge to support Inference AI applications

The InnovatePGH Partnership is a next-generation public-private partnership working to translate Pittsburgh's significant technological strengths into an equitable growth strategy and accelerate Pittsburgh's rise as a global innovation hub.

The Innovation Accelerators are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs. Our mission is to provide the resources and support necessary for emerging businesses to thrive in competitive markets.

We will be showcasing the Innovation Accelerator Makerspace Network.

Empowering Startups in Southwestern Pennsylvania

Innovation Works is one of the most active early-stage investors in the country. We help tech entrepreneurs go further faster with our unique combination of capital and a continuum of resources tailored to each startup’s needs, led by experienced entrepreneurs.

At Innovative Electronics, we empower innovation through precision manufacturing and advanced electronic solutions. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions across diverse industries with top-notch quality.

For over 35 years, Integrated Industrial Technologies has been a trusted partner in delivering custom-engineered automation solutions. We specialize in solving complex industrial challenges with innovative, reliable, and efficient automation systems tailored to our customers' unique needs.

We’re standardizing cochlear implant electrode array insertion and expanding access to the latest technology to benefit surgeons and patients.

What is Irra?Irra is a patent-pending Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) designed to turn routine tasks into playful, attention-grabbing experiences. Built with both functionality and flair, it’s being positioned as a fun yet effective solution for event activation, promotional campaigns, and outreach.

Journey Robotics builds aviation automation solutions to improve the safety and efficiency of airport & airline operations. We are focused on safe baggage logistics for loading, unloading, handling and throughput of passenger cargo.

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Ignite your curiosity!

As Pittsburgh’s most visited museum, Kamin Science Center, formerly Carnegie Science Center, features five floors of amazing interactive exhibits that are perfect for visitors of every age.

KEF Robotics provides state-of-the-art autonomy software to fly aircraft without a human pilot. A computer vision company at its core, KEF enables aircraft to operate in day and nighttime without GPS in uncooperative environments. Our mission is to improve the safety and reliability of aircraft and expand their range and utility.

KPMG is a leading professional services firm that offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help organizations achieve their business goals.

Lexicon Design is an R+D consultancy specializing in the development of industrial, medical, consumer and commercial product solutions. We will be showcasing new developments in product design and interaction.

We are a UK company that spun out of Oxford who recently established a presence in the US.  We offer the ultimate solution for Machine Vision.  It is a dual sensor camera combining video-rate hyperspectral imaging perfectly co-aligned with full 5MP RGB. Our unique system features 4,000+ hyperspectral pixels evenly distributed across the RGB frame, with each pixel capturing rich spectral data across 96 bands spanning the 440-900nm range. This seamless integration of visual and spectral information enables unprecedented analytical capabilities for applications requiring both contextual imagery and detailed material composition data. We combine the camera with a NVIDIA Jetson Orin Edge compute allowing real time analysis.

We build an ontology-driven operating system for industrial work—delivered as Forward Deployed Engineers, AI-Native Software, and Fieldkit hardware.

"Macnica Americas delivers expert engineering services paired with smart fulfillment solutions, helping businesses innovate efficiently, navigate complexity, and bring products to market faster. Our expertise across design, integration, and supply chain empowers our customers to focus on driving their core business forward."

Main Street Autonomy provides sensor calibration and localization/mapping software for mobile robots

Mapless AI develops add-on remote driving technology to make direct-to-endpoint vehicle delivery cost-effective and scalable;we let you move vehicles without moving people.

The Mars Robotics Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing robotics education and research, promoting collaboration among students and professionals, and inspiring innovation in space exploration through robotics initiatives.

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At maxon, we develop and build high-precision electric drive systems. We combine brushed and brushless DC motors, gearheads, sensors, and controllers into complete mechatronic drive systems. Our drives are ideal for use in robotics, AGVs, AMRs, logistics, and other mobility applications because of their size, reliability, and service life. We will be showcasing maxon's drive technology including our specialized systems for Robotics applications, including the HEJ90 (high efficiency joint), Robotic Joints, HPJ (high precision joint), and more.

MayoFlux is a Pittsburgh‑based production house that creates high‑end 3D animation, VFX, technical illustration, and interactive visuals, primarily for manufacturing, technology, industrial, and corporate clients. The studio turns complex data and engineering concepts into clear, engaging visuals that educate buyers, technicians, and investors.

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Megaport is changing the way people, enterprises, and service providers interconnect globally. Our Software Defined Network (SDN) connects 930+ enabled data centres in 26 countries across North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe. We enable customers with fast, flexible, secure and on-demand connectivity to leading cloud, network, and managed service providers. Our Network as a Service solution offers greater agility, reduced operating costs, and increased speed to market compared to traditional connectivity options.

MVS is a mining technology company that helps global leaders efficiently meet the demand for critical minerals and precious metals by delivering actionable mining intelligence, leveraging its roots in mining automation and self-driving vehicles, and introducing innovations like a real-time positioning platform for GPS-denied environments and the FaceCapture Mapping System in 2023.

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From Monessen, Pennsylvania, USA aka Full Potential Project / Somerset Trust Bank / Atkins-Taylor Trust / Taylor Nelson Driven Lawyers / HAAS Foundation / Studica Robotics / Arconic & Family / Community

Rookie Year: 2024
Last competed in 2025

Details on firstinspires.org

Motional is global leader in driverless technology.

Near Earth Autonomy’s technology allows aircraft to autonomously take off, fly, and land safely, with or without GPS. Their solutions enable aerial mobility and inspection applications for partners in the commercial and defense sectors. Near Earth Autonomy bridges the gap between aerospace and robotics with complete systems that improve efficiency, performance, and safety for aircraft ranging from small drones to full-size helicopters.

New Century Careers is a nonprofit manufacturer and technical skills development organization serving the Southwestern Pennsylvania region through inclusive access to technical training opportunities while helping employers find and develop technicians seeking purpose, passion and success in the workplace.

The Southwestern Pennsylvania New Economy Collaborative is an 11-county coalition formed to apply for the Build Back Better Regional Challenge. The Collaborative includes 90+ organizations: community-based organizations, labor unions, educational and research institutions, economic development partners and leaders from the private, public and philanthropic sectors.

Neya Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Applied Research Associates, is committed to advancing the field of unmanned systems through the development and integration of cutting-edge technologies and expertise in autonomy, computer vision, cybersecurity, and general unmanned systems development and deployment. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that help our customers meet their mission goals. To learn more about Neya Systems, visit neyarobotics.com.

Bringing the Power of Artificial Intelligence and Predictive Patient Monitoring to The Bedside

Helping clinicians provide the right level of care to the right patient at the right time

North Catholic High School is a college preparatory institution in Pittsburgh that provides a faith-based education, emphasizing academic excellence, personal growth, and community service within a supportive environment.

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Our institute brings together a multidisciplinary group of researchers and educators who work with practitioners in public health and emergency management agencies. Our focus is on advancing AI techniques for autonomous decision-making while considering human factors that govern the acceptance of decisions. These AI advancements are not only inspired by human decision-making but are also actively applied to enhance decision-making processes in critical areas such as resource allocation, personalized interventions in public health, and disaster management.