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Freespace Robotics

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freespacerobotics.com

Modular high-density ASRS cube in which Carrier robot pairs execute simultaneous put-away and retrieval via real-time path planning within a shared 3D grid; EcoShuffle technology enables full 20-tray-deep lane clearance in under 40 seconds through coordinated multi-robot scheduling; power-rail (non-battery) architecture eliminates fire risk and reduces maintenance overhead; 100% US-sourced components; modular Lego-like expansion supports both greenfield and brownfield retrofits up to 70 ft ceilings. Won MHI StartUp of the Year at ProMat 2025.

HeadquartersMonroeville, US
Founded2022
Corporate funding$12M
Team11-50
Deployments1
Open roles0
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Company overview

Identity and operating footprint

Company typeRobot maker
Market segmentCorporate
StageSeries A
FoundersRobert J. Szczerba (CEO), Karl Sanchack (Co-founder & COO)
Regions servedNorth America
Countries deployedUS
Service footprintHQ at Carnegie Mellon National Robotics Engineering Center, Pittsburgh, PA; US-only market currently; 100% US-sourced components and domestic manufacturing
Last reviewed2026-07-05
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Robot models

Specifications remain vendor-claimed

Machinelogistics

Freespace ASRS Carrier Robot

  • Clears a 20-tray-deep lane in under 40 seconds while simultaneously handling put-away and retrieval

    vendor-stated simultaneous multi-task throughput

    Claim source
  • Handles items up to 100 pounds; system height up to 70 feet

    vendor-stated payload and height specifications

    Claim source
  • Rail-powered (no battery) architecture eliminates fire risk and reduces maintenance overhead

    vendor-stated power and safety design specification

    Claim source
  • 100% US-sourced components; modular Lego-like expansion supports greenfield and brownfield retrofits

    vendor-stated sourcing and deployment flexibility

    Claim source
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Deployment log

Announced and cited only

AnnouncedCustomerSiteCountryCountEvidence
2025-09-09Matthews Automation Solutionsautomation integration centre and showroomUSNot disclosedAnnouncement
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Funding history

Publicly announced rounds

Investors on recordCarnegie FoundryMatthews International CorporationNFI IndustriesU.S. Steel
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Company timeline

Milestones and announcements

2025-09-09Matthews Automation Solutions purchased Freespace ASRS for deployment at its Atlanta integration centerAutomation.com
2025-03-24Won MHI StartUp of the Year at ProMat 2025; judges from Walmart, Whirlpool, Thermo-Fisher, Airbus, and Foley LardnerFreespace Robotics
2025-03-10Announced partnership with CASI to develop high-speed high-density warehouse automation solutionsFreespace Robotics
2024-03-11Received strategic investment from U.S. Steel Corporation; U.S. Steel Director Jim Cook joined BoardFreespace Robotics
2024-03-04Signed teaming agreement with Fives Intralogistics to expand AS/RS market reach globallyFreespace Robotics
2023-01-30Raised $5.25M Series A from Matthews International, NFI Ventures, U.S. Steel, and Carnegie FoundryFreespace Robotics
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Source ledger

10 unique public sources

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Matthews Automation Solutions Expands Investment in Freespace RoboticsCarnegie Foundry · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Freespace Robotics: Automated Order FulfillmentFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Freespace Robotics Announces Strategic Partnership and Investment from Industry Leader Matthews Automation SolutionsFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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U.S. Steel Makes Strategic Investment in Freespace RoboticsFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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NFI Ventures Announces an Investment in Next-Generation Warehouse Automation Company Freespace RoboticsFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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SEC Form D: $6,550,463 sold of $10,000,000 offeringSEC EDGAR · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Freespace Robotics Wins StartUp of the Year Competition at ProMat 2025Freespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Matthews Automation Solutions Expands Investment in Freespace Robotics With Warehouse Solution PurchaseAutomation.com · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Freespace Robotics PressFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05
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Freespace Robotics Selected to Showcase Groundbreaking AS/RS Design at ProMat Startup PavilionFreespace Robotics · retrieved 2026-07-05