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Xpanner Raises $18M for Construction Automation
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- →Xpanner's approach allows for automation without replacing existing machinery, reducing costs for construction companies.
- →The company's high gross margins and rapid revenue growth demonstrate the viability of its subscription model.
- →This funding supports the development of advanced AI technologies and expansion into new markets, potentially transforming the construction industry.
Xpanner, a startup focused on automating construction work, has raised $18 million in a Series B funding round led by Korea Investment Partners. The company offers an Automation-as-a-Service model that retrofits existing construction equipment with autonomous capabilities, allowing for significant cost savings and efficiency improvements. With this funding, Xpanner plans to enhance its AI hardware and software platform and expand into new markets. The company, which moved its headquarters to the U.S. in 2023, is on track for full-year profitability, driven by its subscription-based revenue model.
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