PowerBuilt

What PowerBuilt does

PowerBuilt is a vertically integrated provider of custom automation and material handling systems serving automotive OEMs and tier suppliers as well as general industry manufacturers across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2000 in Bellefontaine, Ohio, the company began as a national distributor of integrated material-handling solutions and has evolved into a designer, manufacturer, and installer of automated and semi-automated custom equipment. Its product portfolio spans six core categories — Lift Assists (zero-G pneumatic arms, vacuum assists, dual parallel arms, torque tubes), Conveyors (chain, belt, gravity, CDLR), Automation (industrial robots, collaborative robots, AGVs/AMRs), Custom Equipment (presses, assembly, torque equipment), Pre-Engineered (lift tables, hoists, jib and gantry cranes), and Fixturing (carousels, sub-assembly stations, custom carts). Technology components include Fanuc industrial and collaborative robots, KUKA KMP1500 AMRs, and PLC/HMI platforms from Allen Bradley, B&R, GE, Idec, Keyence, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, and Toyopuc.

The company generates revenue through project-based engagements requiring engineering consultation, custom design, fabrication, assembly, and field installation, with pricing generated per quote and contracts structured as multi-year deals. Revenue streams include custom equipment design and manufacturing, professional services (mechanical and electrical engineering, fabrication, field services, project management), and pre-engineered hardware supply. Distribution is exclusively direct through enterprise field sales, with regional offices in Nashville TN, Greer SC, Dallas TX, and San Antonio TX, an engineering office in Dublin OH, and a manufacturing facility in Bellefontaine OH supporting 51-100 employees. VP-level account managers handle key accounts including Kenworth and unnamed automotive OEMs that have deployed applications such as windshield vacuum assist systems, powertrain transmission lifters, and robotic end-of-arm tooling.

In March 2026, PowerBuilt was acquired by LFM Capital and integrated into the American Automation Group (AAG) platform alongside Southern Tooling and Tuttle. The company is led by President and Owner Nate Hauck, with VPs of Key Accounts, Operations, and Accounting, and Directors of Applications and Electrical Engineering. The legal entity is PowerBuilt Material Handling Solutions LLC, domiciled in Ohio, USA.

Name

PowerBuilt

Legal name

PowerBuilt Material Handling Solutions LLC

Website

https://powerbuilt.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

PowerBuilt is a vertically integrated designer, manufacturer, and installer of custom automation and material handling systems — including lift assists, conveyors, robotics, and AGVs/AMRs — serving automotive OEMs and general industry customers across the US and Canada. Recently acquired by LFM Capital in 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK)

Keywords

• Material handling systems
• Industrial automation equipment
• Ergonomic lift assists
• Robotic integration solutions
• Custom manufacturing automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Bellefontaine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Equipment Design and Manufacturing: PowerBuilt designs, manufactures, and installs custom automation and material handling equipment including lift assists, conveyors, robotics systems, custom presses, and torque equipment. Revenue is generated through project-based engagements with automotive and general industry customers requiring custom solutions. Each project involves engineering design, fabrication, assembly, and field installation services.
2. Professional Services: Services include mechanical and electrical engineering, fabrication and machining, assembly, field services, and project management. These services support the installation and ongoing maintenance of custom equipment systems.
3. Pre-Engineered Equipment Supply: Supply of pre-engineered standard equipment including lift tables, hoists, jib cranes, gantry cranes, X,Y rail/crane systems, vacuum lifters, and flow racking. These are standard product lines that can be customized for specific applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PowerBuilt is a vertically integrated provider of custom automation and material-handling systems, designing, manufacturing, and installing automated and semi-automated equipment including lift assists, conveyors, robotic systems, custom presses, and torque equipment. Solutions integrate Fanuc and KUKA robotics with PLC and HMI systems for automotive OEMs, tier suppliers, and general industry manufacturers across the United States and Canada.

Product overview

PowerBuilt is a vertically integrated provider of custom automation and material-handling systems, offering six core product categories: Lift Assists (ergonomic lifting solutions including dual parallel arms, torque tubes, vacuum assists, and robotic end-of-arm tooling), Conveyors (chain, belt, gravity, and motor-driven roller systems), Automation (industrial and collaborative robots, AGVs/AMRs), Custom Equipment (custom presses, assembly equipment, torque equipment), Pre-Engineered (lift tables, hoists, jib cranes, gantry cranes, vacuum lifters), and Fixturing (carousels, sub-assembly stations, custom carts). The company designs, manufactures, and installs automated and semi-automated custom equipment for automotive and general industry customers across the United States and Canada, with in-house capabilities spanning mechanical and electrical engineering, fabrication and machining, assembly, field services, and project management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lift Assists Ergonomic lifting solutions including dual parallel arms, pedestal mounted systems, torque tubes, below-the-hook devices, vacuum assists, robotic end of arm tooling, torque reaction arms, and modular assist carts designed to reduce operator fatigue and improve workplace safety.
• Conveyors Material handling conveyor systems including chain conveyors, belt conveyors, gravity conveyors, ball transfers, 24V motor driven rollers, turn tables, chain driven live rollers, and pop-up transfers for various industrial applications.
• Automation Robotic automation solutions including industrial robots, collaborative robots (cobots), automated guided vehicles (AGV), automated mobile robots (AMR), and system integration and upgrade services.
• Custom Equipment Custom-manufactured industrial equipment including custom presses, assembly equipment, and torque equipment designed for specific manufacturing applications.
• Pre-Engineered Equipment Standardized material handling equipment including lift tables, hoists, jib cranes, gantry cranes, X/Y rail cranes, vacuum lifters, and flow racking systems.
• Fixturing Manufacturing fixture solutions including carousels, sub-assembly stations, and custom carts for production and distribution facilities.
• Lift Tables Hydraulic, pneumatic, and portable lift tables in various configurations including standard, low profile, turntable, container tilters, and custom integrated models with capacities up to 6,000 lbs.
• Hoists Chain hoists and air balancers available in variable speed, two-speed, pneumatic, manulift, and single-phase configurations for various lifting applications.
• Custom Presses PLC-controlled custom presses with adjustable force control, force read out, and operator safety features for repeatable assembly operations including spring compression, bearing seating, and seal insertion.
• Torque Equipment Torque reaction systems with multi-spindle options, height adjustable platforms, and part secure features for bolt rundown and screw driving applications with torque validation.
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots) FANUC collaborative robots with up to 30kg payload, tablet programming, and safety-rated operation without guarding, for material handling, inspection, palletizing, and bin picking applications.
• Industrial Robots Fully programmable industrial robot solutions offering flexibility, speed, precision, and workflow optimization for manufacturing operations.
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV/AMR) Autonomous vehicle systems for material transport including AGVs, AMRs (KUKA KMP1500), and custom attachments for pick-up, delivery, and conveyor integration.
• Custom Designs and Upgrades Electrical and control system design services including control panel design, programmable logic controllers (PLC), and human machine interface (HMI) development.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced operator fatigue through zero-G lift assist technology
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American Automation Group (AAG)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026PowerBuilt joined American Automation Group (AAG) in 2026 as an automation solutions platform backed by LFM Capital. As an AAG platform partner alongside Southern Tooling and Tuttle, PowerBuilt benefits from deeper engineering resources, expanded automation capabilities, and a broader national footprint.
• Southern ToolingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAG platform partner company. PowerBuilt collaborates with Southern Tooling as part of the American Automation Group platform to deliver more comprehensive solutions to customers.
• TuttleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAG platform partner company. PowerBuilt collaborates with Tuttle as part of the American Automation Group platform to deliver more comprehensive solutions to customers.
• Fanuc AmericacoreTechnology or IntegrationFanuc America is the preferred robot manufacturer for PowerBuilt's industrial and collaborative robot integrations. PowerBuilt represents Fanuc robots including articulated robots and collaborative robots (up to 30kg payload with tablet programming and safety-rated operation without safety guarding).
• KUKAcoreTechnology or IntegrationKUKA is the preferred partner for automated mobile robot (AMR) solutions. PowerBuilt integrates KUKA KMP1500 AMRs with traffic control configuration, traffic diverting, mobile route modifications, and payload capacity up to 3000 lbs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Comau: Global automotive automation specialist owned by Stellantis providing body welding, powertrain assembly, and material handling solutions, a broad incumbent competing with PowerBuilt for automotive OEM automation work.
• KUKA Systems: Global automotive and industrial automation integrator owned by Midea, with extensive material handling and robotic integration capabilities that overlap with PowerBuilt's robotics and conveyor offerings.
• Yaskawa Motoman: Major industrial and collaborative robot manufacturer and integrator serving automotive and general industry, a broad incumbent whose robotics and integration solutions overlap with PowerBuilt's Fanuc-anchored robotics offerings.
• JR Automation (Hitachi): Large-scale custom automation integrator owned by Hitachi serving automotive and industrial customers globally; a broader incumbent competitor to PowerBuilt in the same material handling and robotic integration space.

Direct peers

• Bastian Solutions: US-based material handling systems integrator and conveyor provider serving distribution and manufacturing customers, with comparable offerings in conveyors, AGV/AMR integration, and turnkey automation solutions.
• RōBEX: Midwest US-based custom automation and robotic integration company serving automotive and industrial customers with similar size and vertically integrated capabilities, comparable to PowerBuilt's regional operating profile.
• Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT): Mid-sized US robotics and automation integrator specializing in automotive and general industry material handling solutions with similar Fanuc partnership and project-based delivery model directly comparable to PowerBuilt.
• Genesis Systems (IPG Photonics): Large custom robotic systems integrator specializing in automotive welding and material handling applications, directly comparable to PowerBuilt's automotive automation focus and robotic integration capabilities.
• Tompkins Solutions: US-based material handling and automation systems integrator providing conveyor, robotic, and custom automation solutions for distribution and manufacturing customers with comparable size and project-based delivery model.
• ATS Automation: Canadian-headquartered automation systems integrator serving automotive, general industry, and other markets with custom automation and material handling solutions at significantly larger scale than PowerBuilt.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/PowerBuiltMHS

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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