Innovative Products and Equipment

What Innovative Products and Equipment does

Invio Automation is a privately held, full-service industrial automation systems integrator headquartered in Lansing, Michigan. The company designs, builds, integrates, and supports automation solutions for 370+ enterprise customers across six industry verticals: Medical Device & Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Mobility, Logistics & Fulfillment, Industrial, and Data Centers & Power Management. Its portfolio comprises 16 capability areas spanning Autonomous Guided Vehicles, Assembly Cells, Controls Engineering, Digital Factory, Industrial Filters, Leak Testing, Lift Assists, Machine Vision & Testing, Precision Dispensing, Product Carriers, Robotic Automation, Secure Tools, Smart Meters, Thermal Bonding, Web Handling, and Weld Tooling.

The underlying technology stack combines robotics, controls engineering, machine vision, and digital factory software into integrated production-line solutions rather than standalone point products. Each capability is engineered to function as a module within a customer's broader manufacturing line, with mechanical, electrical, controls, and software design unified under a single delivery model. The company operates 10 facilities and employs 530 team members with 80+ years of combined automation experience, providing the scale required to deliver large, multi-cell enterprise projects.

The business model is primarily project-based and quote-driven, with three revenue streams: (1) one-time hardware sales of automation equipment and systems, (2) professional engineering and integration services, and (3) recurring aftermarket support, robot repair, spare parts, and optimization services. Go-to-market is direct enterprise sales supported by application engineers who provide technical guidance and business case evaluation, with pricing structured as multi-year contracts. The company expanded through M&A in February 2026 with the acquisition of Calvary Robotics.

Name

Innovative Products and Equipment

Legal name

Invio Automation

Website

https://ipeinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Invio Automation is a privately held, full-service industrial automation integrator in Lansing, Michigan, designing and building robotics, machine vision, and controls solutions for 370+ enterprise customers across medical, renewable energy, mobility, logistics, industrial, and data center manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hudson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Automation Equipment & Systems: Sale of automation equipment including AGVs, assembly cells, robotic systems, and specialized tooling. One-time hardware sales with potential for repeat orders.
2. Engineering & Integration Services: Design, implementation, and integration services for automation systems. Professional services including controls engineering, machine vision setup, and system commissioning.
3. Aftermarket Services & Support: Ongoing support, maintenance, robot repair, spare parts, and optimization services to keep systems running at best performance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Innovative Products and Equipment operates as a full-service industrial automation partner, designing, building, and supporting integrated automation systems for manufacturers. The offering combines hardware (AGVs, assembly cells, robotic systems, custom tooling) with engineering services, controls, machine vision, and digital factory analytics across industries including medical device, renewable energy, mobility, logistics, industrial, and data centers.

Product overview

Invio Automation offers a comprehensive suite of automation capabilities organized as a platform of integrated solutions. The portfolio consists of 16 distinct capability areas covering the full automation lifecycle: Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Assembly Cells & Flexible Feeding, Controls Engineering, Digital Factory, Industrial Filters, Leak Testing, Lift Assists, Machine Vision & Testing, Precision Dispensing, Product Carriers, Robotic Automation, Secure Tools, Smart Meters, Thermal Bonding, Web Handling, and Weld Tooling. These capabilities serve six primary industry verticals: Medical Device & Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Mobility, Logistics & Fulfillment, Industrial, and Data Centers & Power Management. The company provides end-to-end automation from design to build to ongoing support, combining hardware (robots, tooling, AGVs) with software integration (controls, digital factory analytics, machine vision).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) Material handling solution for manufacturers and warehouse operators that moves materials safely and efficiently, boosting throughput, cutting manual handling, and scaling with logistics needs.
• Assembly Cells & Flexible Feeding Integrated robotics, tooling, and vision systems configured to match product specifications and takt times for high-speed, consistent, and scalable assembly.
• Controls Engineering Integrated mechanical, electrical, controls, and software design services to keep production line machinery precise and reliable.
• Digital Factory Connected platform combining robotics, sensors, and analytics that delivers predictive maintenance, real-time insights, and optimized production efficiency.
• Industrial Filters Automated manufacturing capability for industrial filters including precision cutting, bonding, and assembly for high throughput and consistent quality.
• Leak Testing Lab, bench, and automated leak testing systems for medical device manufacturing using pressure decay, mass flow, and helium detection methods.
• Lift Assists Ergonomic tooling and lift-assist systems with smooth controls to reduce operator strain, improve safety, and boost productivity in handling tasks.
• Machine Vision & Testing In-line inspection, measurement, and defect detection systems using high-resolution imaging for consistent product quality on automated production lines.
• Precision Dispensing Precision application systems for adhesives, sealants, and coatings with accurate placement, minimal waste, and maximum throughput.
• Product Carriers Custom carriers and fixtures designed to protect, position, and transport components through automated production lines with stability and integration.
• Robotic Automation Robotic automation systems that enhance accuracy, speed, and flexibility across tasks ranging from assembly to precision handling.
• Secure Tools Custom jigs, fixtures, and end-of-arm tooling engineered for accuracy, repeatability, and reliable performance in demanding automation environments.
• Smart Meters Automated assembly, testing, and calibration systems for smart meters providing efficient and scalable compliance manufacturing.
• Thermal Bonding Thermal bonding systems that produce strong, consistent joins for filters and membranes with precision temperature control for repeatable results.
• Web Handling Web handling systems with advanced tension control and alignment to minimize waste and ensure smooth material processing on continuous webs.
• Weld Tooling Weld tooling fixtures integrated into robotic systems for precise positioning, secure clamping, and consistent high-quality joints in automated welding.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced cycle times and improved safety for heavy equipment solutions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Calvary RoboticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026Acquisition of Calvary Robotics announced in February 2026, expanding Invio Automation's robotics and automation capabilities. This acquisition strengthens the company's position in the automation market and expands its solution portfolio.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Genesis Systems Group: Robotic automation integrator owned by IPG Photonics, specializing in welding, assembly, and material handling systems. Comparable as a custom integrator serving industrial OEMs with similar welding/tooling capabilities to Invio's Weld Tooling line.
• Midwest Engineered Systems: US-based custom automation integrator delivering robotic systems, machine vision, and controls integration for industrial customers. Closely matched business model focused on bespoke integration rather than robot manufacturing.
• ATS Automation: Public Canadian provider of custom automation systems across life sciences, transportation, energy, and consumer products. Comparable in its full-service integration model, recurring services revenue, and multi-vertical diversification strategy.
• Dynamic Group: US-based custom automation and precision machining provider serving medical, industrial, and aerospace markets. Comparable as a mid-sized multi-capability integrator with medical device exposure.
• Acieta: Mid-market robotic automation integrator serving manufacturing customers across multiple industries with custom cells, vision, and controls. Directly comparable in size and capability mix to Invio.
• Allied Automation: Indiana-based custom industrial automation integrator providing robotic systems, assembly, and material handling solutions. Comparable mid-market US integration competitor with similar industry breadth.
• JR Automation (Hitachi): Custom industrial automation integrator owned by Hitachi, serving automotive, aerospace, medical, and consumer industries. Closely comparable to Invio in scope (full lifecycle integration), scale (multi-hundred million to low-billion revenue), and end-market mix.

Broad incumbents

• Rockwell Automation: Global industrial automation and information leader providing controls, drives, software, and integrated solutions. Overlaps with Invio's controls engineering and digital factory capabilities, but at much greater scale.
• ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation: Global industrial automation and robotics giant offering robots, controls, and integrated automation solutions. Comparable in end markets but far larger; competes with Invio on large turnkey programs and supplies underlying equipment.
• FANUC America: Largest industrial robot manufacturer in North America offering CNC, robots, and ROBOMACHINE. Indirectly comparable as both a supplier to and competitor with integrators like Invio, with vastly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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