Robotics companies combine science, engineering and technology to replicate or replace human actions, many of which are dangerous or tedious for human workers. These robots work alongside us in planes and cars, boost productivity, carry heavy objects and help people move, similar to how a wheelchair assists those who need help walking; they can be equipped with cameras to access areas unsafe for humans and even offer companionship to reduce loneliness and the risk of depression.
While the list of uses for robots is extensive, so is the number of companies developing them. Here are a few to watch.
Robotics Companies in Toronto
- General Motors
- SharkNinja
- Trajekt Sports
- Tiny Mile
- Trexo Robotics
Top Robotics Companies in Toronto
General Motors is a leading automotive company at the forefront of the robotics industry. Through a Space Act Agreement at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, General Motors is developing a new humanoid robot designed to utilize advanced control, sensor and vision technologies to assist astronauts in space missions and improve safety in the company’s automotive production processes.
SharkNinja is a product design company that specializes in small household appliances and floor care products. Its vacuum cleaners, for example, are designed to map the layout of a home so they can navigate around obstacles such as walls, stairs and furniture. Headquartered in Massachusetts, SharkNinja has 18 offices worldwide.
Encouraging customers to “practice like they play,” Trajekt Sports’ pitching machine is designed to replicate ball trajectories to enable pitcher representation for batter practice. Featured in The Athletic, ESPN, Bloomberg and Sports Illustrated, its technology is used by more than 20 companies and 1,500 professionals around the world.
Tiny Mile’s robots deliver food and other items to customers. After a customer places an order through their preferred delivery app, Tiny Mile assigns either a robot or a human courier to pick up and deliver the order to the customer at the scheduled time. Since 2020, the company has received $10 million in funding from investors.
Based in Mississauga, Trexo Robotics creates wearable devices designed to help children with disabilities walk more easily, both in clinical settings and at home. Its products are available globally, and its website includes a feature to help locate the nearest provider.
