What ICOR Technology does

ICOR Technology Inc. is a privately held Canadian designer and manufacturer of tactical and security robotics, incorporated in 2005 and headquartered at 935 Ages Drive, Ottawa, Ontario. The company builds the CALIBER family of remotely operated ground vehicles — the 735 lb MK4, the FLEX, the MK3, the T5, and the 64 lb Mini-CALIBER — alongside a complementary suite of EOD/IEDD tools, hook and line kits, the Rothenbuhler 1678 remote firing device, tactical search pole cameras, and Stealth search mirrors.

All design, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, and quality assurance are performed at the company's 27,500 square foot Ottawa facility, located near Canadian Department of National Defence and Royal Canadian Mounted Police headquarters. The robots integrate manipulator arms, dual disruptor turrets, color and infrared cameras with PTZ optical zoom, two-way audio, IP mesh / COFDM radio links, LIDAR distance sensors, rubber track systems with articulated flippers for stair and obstacle traversal, and a modular field-serviceable architecture. Proprietary features cited by the company include a 3D Robot Avatar Positioning System on the CALIBER MK4 and FLEX, pre-set automatic positioning, and a touchscreen-based Command & Control Unit.

ICOR sells exclusively direct to government agencies — EOD/bomb squads, SWAT teams, HAZMAT/CBRNE units, military EOD divisions, and national security organizations — under a Request Quote pricing model with multi-year contracts; no public pricing is published. Revenue is generated from hardware sales of complete robot systems and accessories, plus optional on-site training services. The company reports deployments in more than 30 countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, China, India, Japan, and Thailand. ICOR holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, has products tested by NIST and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and operates a 24/7, 365-day customer support model backed by a multi-language website (English, French, Spanish, Arabic). Core strategic partnerships include a co-marketed integrated EOD offering with bomb-suit manufacturer MED-ENG and a technology-integration relationship with J&N Tactical for gas-delivery accessories.

Name

ICOR Technology

Legal name

ICOR Technology Inc.

Website

https://icortechnology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ICOR Technology Inc., founded in 2005 and headquartered in Ottawa, designs and manufactures the CALIBER family of remotely operated tactical robots and supporting EOD/IEDD equipment, selling direct to law enforcement, military, and security agencies in more than 30 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical and Security Robotics

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Demilitarization, Disposal & Ordnance Remediation (EOD Support) (IMABAHAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Fuzes, Primers, Detonators & Initiation Systems (IMABAHAJ)

Keywords

• Tactical robotics
• EOD robots
• SWAT equipment
• Bomb disposal robots
• Security robotics

Headquarters

HQ city

Ottawa

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tactical Robot Sales: Sale of CALIBER robot platforms (MK4, FLEX, MK3, T5, Mini-CALIBER) to law enforcement and military customers. Robots are sold as complete systems with standard features, with optional accessories and attachments available.
2. EOD/SWAT Equipment and Accessories: Sales of complementary equipment including EOD/IEDD tools, Hook & Line kits, Remote Firing Initiators, X-Ray solutions, Search Equipment (Stealth mirrors, Tactical Search Pole Cameras), and accessories.
3. Training Services: On-site training programs for robot operation and maintenance. Training is offered as an optional accessory/service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

ICOR Technology designs, manufactures, and sells tactical and security robotic platforms (CALIBER family) and complementary EOD/IEDD tools, search equipment, and remote firing devices for civilian law enforcement, military, and government security agencies worldwide. Its core products are remote-controlled bomb disposal and SWAT robots used for explosive ordnance investigation, neutralization, tactical reconnaissance, and barricaded suspect situations. The company operates a 27,500 sq ft in-house manufacturing facility in Ottawa, Canada, and sells exclusively through a direct Request Quote system.

Product overview

ICOR Technology provides a comprehensive portfolio of tactical and security robotics products primarily for law enforcement bomb disposal (EOD) and SWAT teams. The core product line consists of five CALIBER® robot models (MK4, FLEX, MK3, T5, and Mini-CALIBER) ranging from 64 lbs to 735 lbs, offering scalable solutions for different mission requirements from compact vehicle searches to heavy-duty towing. These remotely operated robots feature capabilities including robotic claws, disruptor turrets, color cameras with IR, two-way communication, and stair-climbing tracks. Complementing the robot lineup is an extensive range of EOD/IEDD tools including the CUTABINER cutting tool, Firing Cable Reel, Hook & Line kits (Essential, Ultimate, Backpack), and Rothenbuhler 1678 Remote Firing Device. Search equipment includes Tactical Search Pole Cameras (TSPC) with Under Door Camera option and multiple Stealth Search Mirror models (PSM, M1000, M2000, M3000, M4000) for various tactical reconnaissance applications. The company also recently launched the Mini DRACO Gas Delivery System for gas delivery in barricaded suspect scenarios, and partners with MED-ENG for bomb suits and protective equipment. All products are designed, manufactured, and quality-checked at the Ottawa, Canada facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CALIBER®: Robotic platform brand for tactical and security robots including CALIBER MK4, CALIBER FLEX, MK3 CALIBER, CALIBER T5, and Mini-CALIBER
• MED-ENG
• Stealth
• CUTABINER™
• FR300 Firing Cable Reel
• Rothenbuhler 1678 Remote Firing Device
• Purple Gear Awards Program

Products and services

• CALIBER MK4 Largest robot in the CALIBER family with 200 lbs lift capacity, 735 lbs total weight, dual-screen 15-inch touchscreen CCU, 3D avatar positioning, and IP Mesh radios. Designed for heavy-duty bomb disposal towing and dragging.
• CALIBER FLEX ICOR's most advanced robot with 80 lbs lift capacity, touchscreen CCU, 3D robot avatar positioning, LIDAR sensors, and COFDM/IP mesh networking radios for bomb disposal missions.
• MK3 CALIBER Medium-sized robot for bomb squads with two robotic arms (heavy-duty claw and twin-disruptor turret), six color cameras, 65 lbs lift capacity, 197 lbs weight, and 3-speed all-wheel drive.
• CALIBER T5 Compact and versatile robot for deployment in narrow passages of buses, trains, and planes, with 45 lbs lift capacity, 150 lbs weight, 3D console with LED button indicators, and optional arm extension kit extending reach to 105 inches.
• Mini-CALIBER One-man portable robot for rapid tactical missions such as searching rooms, hallways, and stairwells, with 15 lbs lift capacity, 64 lbs weight, 10X optical zoom PTZ camera, and backpack for transport.
• Mini DRACO Gas Delivery System (GDS) Gas delivery system developed by J&N Tactical for seamless integration with the Mini-CALIBER robot, enabling barricaded suspect resolution scenarios.
• CUTABINER Remote cutting tool for ropes, wires, tripwires, and detonation cord following Render Safe Procedures; hybrid of sharp cutting blades and traditional carabiner made from aircraft-grade aluminum.
• FR300 Firing Cable Reel Precision-made firing cable reel for organizing and managing long lengths of firing cable; sturdy all-welded frame, available in 300m length.
• Essential Hook & Line Kit Basic single-line rigging kit for semi-remote explosive handling operations, including all required tools.
• Ultimate Hook & Line Kit Advanced two-line rigging kit for semi-remote explosive handling operations, including all features of the Essential kit plus additional capabilities.
• Backpack Hook & Line Kit Lightweight single-line kit designed for special operations with easy portability in a backpack form factor.
• Rothenbuhler 1678 Remote Firing Device (RFD) Intelligent 2-way controlled initiation system for detonating explosive charges remotely; 8-position controller firing up to 8 remotes with up to 12 miles line-of-sight 2-way communication.
• Tactical Search Pole Camera (TSPC) Day and night covert search and surveillance tool with interchangeable camera heads, extendable 51-77 inch load-bearing pole, submersible camera head, and optional Under Door Camera. NTOA Member Tested and Recommended.
• Stealth M2000 Search Mirror Search mirror for viewing in hard-to-access areas such as corners, attics, or false ceilings, with 5-section pole extending to 80 inches and LED light bar (15-hour run time).
• Stealth M3000 Search Mirror General-purpose 3-section search mirror, lightweight and easy to use, with convex mirror and swivel base, 3-section pole extending to 40 inches, and 10-hour halogen light.
• Stealth M4000 Search Mirror Search mirror for tactical teams during stealth entries, with 8-inch convex mirror and swivel base, folding arm, 3-section pole extending to 73 inches with rubber bumpers.
• Stealth Model M1000 Under-Vehicle Search Mirror Under-vehicle search mirror with 12-inch tilted convex mirror for easy viewing; 4-section pole extending to 66 inches with dual LED light bars (15-hour run time).
• Stealth Model PSM (Pocket Search Mirror) Pocket-sized convex mirror for space-limited situations and detailed automobile inspection, with 5x2.75-inch mirror and folding base, 3-section handle extending to 18 inches, and LED light (15-hour run time).
• IP Mesh Repeater (RPD13) Mesh repeater device for extending IP mesh radio network coverage for CALIBER robots.
• ICOR Training Services On-site training programs for robot operation and maintenance, offered as a professional service to robot customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24/7 technical support availability, 365 days per year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Canadian Technology Systems (CTS)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2022CTS partnered with ICOR and Damasec/Proparms Ltd. for multi-donation aid to Ukraine during the ongoing crisis. CTS and Danish Support Group Ukraine established a network to ensure support initiatives reach those in need.
• Damasec and Proparms Ltd.minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2022Damasec and Proparms Ltd. partnered with ICOR and Canadian Technology Systems (CTS) to donate robots to Ukraine through the Danish Support Group Ukraine network.
• MED-ENGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMED-ENG is a partner to ICOR, offering integrated solutions for Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and blast threats. MED-ENG provides bomb suits, helmets, semi-remote handling equipment, search kits, blast sensor technologies, and military vehicle blast seats. Both companies share a mission to protect and enable EOD teams - MED-ENG's bomb suits are worn by the same technicians who rely on ICOR robots for remote investigation of explosive threats. MED-ENG was founded in 1981 and was the first to have a bomb suit officially certified to NIJ Standard 0117.01.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Remotec (a Northrop Grumman subsidiary): Remotec is the most established direct competitor in EOD bomb-disposal ground robots (Andros family) and is owned by Northrop Grumman. ICOR competes head-to-head with Remotec for the same police, military, and federal EOD customers on similar robotic platform categories.
• L3Harris Technologies (Tactical Robotics / T7): L3Harris sells the T7 and T4 series EOD robots, directly competing with ICOR's CALIBER line for large defense and homeland security procurements. It is one of the most relevant EOD robot incumbents globally.
• RoboTeam (ROBAT and PROBOT platforms): RoboTeam designs and manufactures tactical EOD and SWAT ground robotic systems for military and homeland security markets, directly overlapping with ICOR's product mission and customer segments.
• Endeavor Robotics (acquired by FLIR): Endeavor Robotics (now part of Teledyne FLIR) historically produced the PackBot and Kobra EOD ground robots, directly competing with ICOR for military and bomb-disposal unit sales.
• RoboteX (now part of QinetiQ): RoboteX (acquired by QinetiQ) produced the Avatar and other tactical robots used by SWAT and bomb squads, overlapping with ICOR's Mini-CALIBER and T5 offerings for law enforcement customers.

Broad incumbents

• Teledyne FLIR Defense: FLIR Defense is a broad incumbent in defense sensors, unmanned systems, and EOD/CBRNE equipment. Their FirstLook, SUGV, and PackBot lines compete with ICOR while their broader portfolio (thermal imaging, sensors) serves overlapping military customers.
• BAE Systems (Talon / Infantry Robot): BAE Systems produces the Talon family of EOD robots and is a broad incumbent in defense electronics. Competes with ICOR for large military EOD contracts and global defense ministry tenders.
• Thales (Mission Systems - EOD): Thales is a broad defense incumbent offering EOD and counter-IED solutions across Europe, Middle East, and Asia. It competes with ICOR in large multi-national EOD procurement programs.

Emerging players

• Boston Dynamics: Boston Dynamics' Spot quadruped has been adopted by police, fire, and military units (including EOD and SWAT teams) for reconnaissance, creating emerging competition in the tactical robotics space ICOR serves.

Regional players

• Saab (EOD / Sea Wasp underwater robot): Saab produces the Sea Wasp and other EOD/underwater robotic systems primarily serving European defense markets. While geographic overlap exists, Saab's products emphasize naval and port-security applications that differ from ICOR's ground EOD focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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