Domatic
Domatic is a Palo Alto construction technology company that combines power and data on a single low-voltage DC wire to enable smart buildings. It sells hardware systems, cloud software, and developer kits to building owners, contractors, fixture manufacturers, and modular construction firms.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2019
- HeadquartersPalo Alto, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Domatic does
Domatic is a Palo Alto-based construction technology company that has developed an intelligent low-voltage DC wiring architecture replacing traditional high-voltage AC building wiring. Its core technology combines power and data on a single 2-conductor wire meeting NEC Class 2 requirements, with a 240 Mbps data channel carrying standard IP protocols (TCP, UDP, DHCP, mDNS, HTTP) alongside up to 100W of power to connected fixtures. The PowerHub edge device manages the bus across 10 ports (up to 1,000W total), runs third-party applications, and connects to the Domatic Cloud. The company is led by co-founders Jim Baldwin (CEO, ex-Apple) and Gladys Wong (COO).
Domatic firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Domatic
- Legal name
- Domatic
- Website
- https://domatic.io
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2019
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Domatic is a Palo Alto construction technology company that combines power and data on a single low-voltage DC wire to enable smart buildings. It sells hardware systems, cloud software, and developer kits to building owners, contractors, fixture manufacturers, and modular construction firms.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Domatic industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Smart Building Infrastructure and Automation
- NAICS
- Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)
- SIC
- Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Customer Grid-Edge Enablement Services (HEMS/DR Device Integration, VPP Enablement) (EUAEANAL)
Keywords
Where Domatic is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Palo Alto
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Markets served
Domatic business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Smart Building Wiring & Fixture Systems: Domatic generates revenue by selling its integrated smart building system including the low-voltage DC bus infrastructure, PowerHub edge devices, and Domatic-enabled fixtures. The system is sold to building owners, developers, and general contractors during the building design/construction phase. Fixtures from partner manufacturers (Legrand, Assa Abloy, Acuity Brands, etc.) are also Domatic-enabled, suggesting potential licensing or component revenue from the ecosystem.
- Cloud & Software Services: Domatic Cloud provides monitoring, management, and API access for building systems. The platform hosts third-party applications and supports branded occupant-facing apps. Revenue likely includes ongoing cloud/service fees alongside the hardware sale.
- Fixture & Developer Kits: Domatic sells PowerNode modules, driver devices, Fixture Development Kits, and Application Development Kits to fixture manufacturers and third-party developers, generating revenue from the developer and manufacturer ecosystem.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom enterprise pricing — no public tiers disclosed |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels8 records
Domatic product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Domatic provides an intelligent low-voltage DC bus architecture that combines power and data on a single 2-conductor wire for smart building applications. The system includes the PowerHub edge device, PowerNode module, Domatic-Enabled Fixtures, and the Domatic Cloud platform to enable plug-and-play, auto-provisioning smart building infrastructure that replaces traditional high-voltage AC wiring. The solution is sold to building owners, developers, and contractors, with a developer ecosystem extending through Fixture Development Kits and Application Development Kits.
Product overview
Domatic offers a platform-plus-modules architecture for smart building technology. The core system is built on a Low-Voltage DC Bus that combines power and data on a single 2-conductor wire, replacing traditional high-voltage AC wiring. The PowerHub serves as the central edge device managing fixtures and connecting to the Domatic Cloud. Domatic-Enabled Fixtures (lighting, sensors, HVAC, access control, and more) are automatically provisioned when connected. The platform includes developer tools: Fixture Development Kit and PowerNode module for fixture manufacturers, Application Development Kit (JavaScript-based) for application developers, and Cloud API for building management system integration. The Domatic Cloud aggregates all hubs, provides monitoring/alerting, and logs data to a warehouse for analytics.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Low-Voltage DC Bus A 2-conductor DC bus that meets NEC Class 2 power source requirements and carries a 240 Mbps data channel alongside power on the same wires. Supports standard networking protocols (IP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, mDNS, HTTP) and enables arbitrary wiring topologies with hot-pluggable fixtures. Sold as foundational infrastructure to building owners, developers, and contractors for new construction projects.
- PowerHub An always-on, highly available on-premises edge device that delivers power to fixtures, manages the network, runs third-party applications, and connects to the Domatic Cloud. Features 10 Class 2-compliant ports for powering up to 1000W of fixtures, with multiple PowerHubs connectable for higher power and redundancy. Also monitors power signal presence for emergency egress pathway lighting. Sold to enterprise customers as the central hardware component of the Domatic system.
- Domatic-Enabled Fixtures Smart fixtures (lighting, ventilation, switches, sensors, meters, door access, window shades, touchscreens, cameras, speakers, HVAC elements) that connect to the Domatic bus, receive up to 100W of power, and automatically provision upon connection. Identified by device classes without special drivers, enabling plug-and-play installation. Distributed through partner fixture manufacturers (Legrand, HID, Assa Abloy, Acuity Brands, Hubbell, Somfy, and others).
- Domatic Cloud A cloud platform that aggregates and organizes all PowerHubs for a building. Provides a portal for building managers to monitor the system, manages faults triggered by unexpected states (fixture failure, sensor thresholds, wiring issues), logs all events to a data warehouse for insights and auditing, and tolerates internet downtime. Supports API integration with building management systems and hosts third-party applications. Sold as a recurring subscription service to building owners and managers.
- Fixture Development Kit A developer kit offering driver devices that serve as drop-in replacements for AC/DC adapters, plus reference designs for fixture manufacturers to create Domatic-compatible smart fixtures. Includes the PowerNode PCB module enabling fixture makers to add intelligence to their products. Sold to fixture manufacturers (OEMs) to expand the Domatic-compatible product ecosystem.
- Application Development Kit (ADK) A JavaScript-based application development environment with samples for common smart building scenarios, including serving web-based user interfaces to wall-mounted touchscreens. Applications run within safe boundaries on the system, are updated by the system, and can be cleanly uninstalled. Sold to third-party developers who create energy efficiency algorithms, building control apps, and occupant-facing mobile applications for the Domatic ecosystem.
- Domatic Cloud API A REST API for integrating Domatic with other building management systems and hosting third-party applications. Offers managed access to data in the data warehouse under building management control, and provides building blocks for creating native phone applications for branded occupant experiences (opening doors, managing HVAC, etc.). Available to enterprise customers and third-party developers.
Quantifiable outcome
- 30% lower cost than traditional methods of automation
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Domatic
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Domatic technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration10 records
AI capability3 records
Feature8 records
Domatic partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Plant PrefabcoreDomatic is partnering with Plant Prefab, combining their building technology with modular construction to deliver affordable housing. This was discussed on Dave Cooper LIVE II in January 2024. Plant Prefab is a modular construction company focused on sustainable and efficient building processes.
- ReMo HomesminorDomatic collaborated with ReMo Homes (headquartered in Southern California, a trailblazer in modular construction dedicated to affordable, sustainable housing) at the NAHB/HUD Innovative Housing Showcase on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. in June 2023. Domatic showcased its integrated home automation approach as part of ReMo's housing solution.
- CofactrcoreCofactr serves as Domatic's logistics partner, helping navigate supply chain complexities and providing reliable selection, storage, and delivery of parts and components for Domatic's products. Given the global supply chain disruptions, Cofactr's expertise in parts procurement is critical for Domatic's ability to deliver products to customers.
- Cloud ApartmentscoreCloud Apartments is a rental development company using modular construction to build high-rise apartment buildings more efficiently and affordably. Domatic provides technology solutions for smart homes, powering and automating environmental controls, lighting, HVAC, sound, and security/access control. Together they aim to cut housing costs by a third while providing an exciting living experience for tenants.
- LegrandcoreLegrand offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure.
- Assa AbloycoreAssa Abloy offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. Assa Abloy is a global leader in door opening solutions.
- Acuity BrandscoreAcuity Brands offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. Acuity Brands specializes in lighting and building management solutions.
- Hubbell LightingcoreHubbell Lighting offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. Hubbell is a manufacturer of electrical and lighting solutions.
- SomfycoreSomfy offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. Somfy specializes in window treatment and access automation.
- HIDcoreHID offers Domatic-compatible products, integrating with Domatic's low-voltage smart building system. HID is a global provider of identity and access management solutions.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Domatic competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Siemens Building Technologies: Incumbent in building automation (Desigo, Enlighted). Competes broadly with Domatic for enterprise smart-building projects, with deeper sales coverage and a much larger installed base.
- Signify (Philips Lighting): Global lighting leader with a strong PoE and connected-lighting portfolio (Interact). Competes with Domatic for smart building lighting and controls budgets and dwarfs Domatic in scale, distribution, and installed base.
- Acuity Brands: Large lighting and building management solutions provider (nLight, Distech). Listed as a Domatic OEM partner, but also a competing smart-building platform via its own controls and IoT stack.
- Johnson Controls: Building automation incumbent with OpenBlue and a global services footprint. Overlaps with Domatic on integrated controls, fault detection, and cloud-based building management for commercial real estate customers.
- Crestron Electronics: Established provider of integrated AV, lighting, and building control systems, with a strong presence in commercial and high-end residential. Competes with Domatic for control-system and fixture-integration budgets.
- Lutron Electronics: Long-standing leader in lighting controls and shading solutions. Competes with Domatic particularly on the lighting-controls and fixture-integration side of the smart-building stack.
- Honeywell Building Technologies: Major building management and controls incumbent (Honeywell Forge, Niagara). Represents the kind of large-scale competitor Domatic faces when selling into enterprise and commercial real estate.
- Cisco (Meraki / PoE Smart Building): Power-over-Ethernet leader whose networking and IoT products underpin many smart-building deployments. Represents both a complementary infrastructure provider and a potential competitor as PoE capabilities expand toward Domatic's value proposition.
Direct peers
- VoltServer: Sells 'Digital Electricity' solutions that safely transmit high power over long distances using paired conductors, often paired with data. Comparable concept to Domatic's power+data-on-a-wire thesis and similarly aimed at replacing traditional building wiring methods.
- Igor (Nexos): PoE-based smart building platform providing low-voltage power and data to lighting and IoT devices in commercial buildings. Closely comparable architecture and go-to-market to Domatic, with both targeting plug-and-play building automation via a unified wiring backbone.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Domatic social profiles
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Valuation estimate
Domatic leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Domatic funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds3 records
Investors7 records
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Domatic M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Domatic
What does Domatic do?
Domatic provides an intelligent low-voltage DC bus architecture that combines power and data on a single 2-conductor wire for smart building applications. The system includes the PowerHub edge device, PowerNode module, Domatic-Enabled Fixtures, and the Domatic Cloud platform to enable plug-and-play, auto-provisioning smart building infrastructure that replaces traditional high-voltage AC wiring. The solution is sold to building owners, developers, and contractors, with a developer ecosystem extending through Fixture Development Kits and Application Development Kits.
Is Domatic a public or private company?
Domatic is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Domatic founded?
Domatic was founded in 2019. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Domatic based?
Domatic is headquartered in Palo Alto, United States, in the North America region.
How does Domatic make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Smart Building Wiring & Fixture Systems are the primary driver. The others are cloud & Software Services and fixture & Developer Kits.
Who are Domatic's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Siemens Building Technologies, Signify (Philips Lighting), Acuity Brands, Johnson Controls, Crestron Electronics, Lutron Electronics, Honeywell Building Technologies and Cisco (Meraki / PoE Smart Building). Direct peers are VoltServer and Igor (Nexos).
Does Domatic have an API?
Yes. The Domatic Cloud supports APIs to integrate Domatic with other building management systems and can host third-party applications as well. APIs offer managed access to data in the data warehouse under the control of building management. Domatic provides building blocks for third-party applications to support the creation of native phone applications on behalf of customers, enabling branded experiences for occupants to open doors, manage HVAC, or otherwise interact with the system as desired by building administrators. Developer documentation is at www.domatic.io/solution/domatic-cloud-api.
What industry is Domatic in?
Domatic's product category is Smart Building Infrastructure and Automation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAEANAL, Customer Grid-Edge Enablement Services (HEMS/DR Device Integration, VPP Enablement). Its NAICS code is 335313 and its SIC code is 7373.