Advantage Capital

Advantage Capital, established in 1992, is a venture capital firm specializing in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments. It focuses on small businesses, particularly those in low-income communities and underserved areas, supporting state and local economic development efforts. The firm invests across various industries, including manufacturing, technology, business services, and renewable energy, with a typical initial investment range of $0.5 million to $10 million. Advantage Capital provides debt capital in forms such as senior debt, subordinated loans, and government-guaranteed lending, as well as equity capital to real estate development firms. It operates from multiple offices across the United States, with a headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Michael Benson

Senior Vice President

Anthony Billings

Vice President

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Trey Garland

Senior Associate and Investment Team Member

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President, Investment Team

Leah Hendricks

Senior Vice President, Investments Team

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director

Peter Lu

Senior Associate

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer

Jim O'Rourke

Managing Director

Justin N. Obletz

CFO

Tim Perusek

Principal

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Sam Schlichting

Senior Associate, Investment Team

Talmadge Singer II

Managing Director

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Benjamin Warning

Senior Vice President

Jeffrey Gentsch

Venture Partner

J.P. Lynch

Vice President, Investments

Past deals in Aerospace

Malones CNC Machining

Venture Round in 2024
Malone's CNC Machining Inc. is a manufacturer of military aircraft parts and assemblies.

FlyGuys

Series A in 2023
FlyGuys, Inc. is a provider of comprehensive drone services, including surveying and mapping, asset inspections, progress monitoring, marketing media, aerial imaging, and custom aerial solutions. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, the company operates additional locations throughout the United States. FlyGuys offers its services to a diverse range of sectors, such as industrial, energy and utilities, construction, agriculture, emergency services, real estate, and tourism. The company employs federally compliant drone pilots and specialists in digital media, marketing automation, and post-production editing, enabling them to deliver high-resolution imagery and data analysis. Their technology facilitates the creation of 3D maps and heat maps, enhancing job site safety and operational efficiency while providing clients with accessible and actionable aerial data.

Vibrant Corporation

Series A in 2023
Vibrant Corporation specializes in process compensated resonance testing (PCRT) services for the aerospace and power generation industries, as well as materials laboratories. The company offers a range of PCRT services, including process outlier screening, defect detection, manufacturing process control, life monitoring, and material property characterization. Additionally, Vibrant manufactures PCRT testing equipment and supplies inspection equipment for the automotive sector. Its technology is used for quality assurance and process capability assessment by original equipment manufacturers, as well as for in-service structural assessments and life monitoring for maintenance, repair, and overhaul organizations. Established in 1991, Vibrant Corporation is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with facilities in the United States and Germany.

FlyGuys

Series A in 2022
FlyGuys, Inc. is a provider of comprehensive drone services, including surveying and mapping, asset inspections, progress monitoring, marketing media, aerial imaging, and custom aerial solutions. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, the company operates additional locations throughout the United States. FlyGuys offers its services to a diverse range of sectors, such as industrial, energy and utilities, construction, agriculture, emergency services, real estate, and tourism. The company employs federally compliant drone pilots and specialists in digital media, marketing automation, and post-production editing, enabling them to deliver high-resolution imagery and data analysis. Their technology facilitates the creation of 3D maps and heat maps, enhancing job site safety and operational efficiency while providing clients with accessible and actionable aerial data.

Amfuel

Debt Financing in 2020
Amfuel specializes in the design and fabrication of composite material products for various sectors, including aviation, aerospace, and military ground forces. The company manufactures fuel cells and flexible liquid storage solutions, focusing on crash-resistant, collapsible, and rubberized fuel storage bladders. These products provide ballistic protection and are suitable for both military and commercial aviation applications. Amfuel also offers multi-use storage containers designed for the transport of large volumes of liquids, including industrial chemicals, potable water, sewage, and ground fuel. Through its proprietary tooling and manufacturing processes, Amfuel meets the diverse needs of clients across the defense and commercial industries.

Micro Precision Group

Debt Financing in 2019
Micro Precision Group, Inc. is a manufacturer of precision machined components and mechanical assemblies, primarily serving the U.S. Department of Defense, aerospace, nuclear, commercial, and homeland security sectors. Established in 1981 and based in South Windham, Connecticut, the company operates additional facilities in Maine. Micro Precision produces a range of products including hydraulic accumulators, valves, actuators, manifold assemblies, and specialized equipment for weapons handling and periscope hoisting. Additionally, the company offers precision tools, prototype aerospace parts, and various air horns for the railroad industry. By working closely with customers, Micro Precision aims to deliver high-quality components that meet the demands of their specialized markets.

Cross-Check Aviation

Venture Round in 2019
Cross-Check Aviation is a maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility based in Reno, Nevada, established in 1999. The company specializes in the repair and overhaul of FAA and EASA approved instruments, accessories, and radio systems for commercial aircraft. By focusing on compliance with rigorous aviation safety standards, Cross-Check Aviation provides essential services to ensure the reliability and performance of aviation equipment.

i3D MFG

Debt Financing in 2018
i3D MFG is a leading manufacturer specializing in additive manufacturing technologies, particularly in the production of three-dimensional printed metal products. The company addresses the complex and precise component requirements of the aerospace, defense, and medical sectors. Utilizing advanced techniques such as direct metal laser sintering (DMLS), wire electrical discharge machining (EDM), and post-process finishing technologies, i3D MFG provides rapid prototypes and production parts. This focus on high-quality manufacturing enables clients to effectively innovate and disrupt their respective markets.

Habco

Debt Financing in 2018
Habco specializes in providing support and test equipment, engine tooling, and RFID tool control for the aerospace sector, catering to both commercial and military needs. Their offerings include a range of products such as airframe tooling, tire cages, portable test stands, and vacuum leakage test carts, all designed to enhance operational readiness and safety. Additionally, Habco provides maintenance and repair support, logistics, and warehousing solutions to ensure that aerospace industries, including those operating rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, can maintain optimal functionality in their maintenance and repair facilities.

ACT Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2018
ACT Aerospace is a prominent manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector, specializing in advanced composite structures. The company has established a reputation for its comprehensive capabilities, which include the manufacturing of aero-structures, honeycomb structures, and various composite design, analysis, and production services tailored for both military and commercial applications. ACT Aerospace is fully integrated, facilitating a seamless transition from design to production, whether for build-to-print projects or open designs. Their expertise encompasses techniques such as hand layed-up laminate construction, filament winding, composite compression molding, and large oven curing, ensuring that clients receive efficient and high-quality products.

Burke Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2017
Burke Aerospace is a manufacturing company based in Farmington, Connecticut, specializing in the aerospace and defense sectors. Established in 1963, it offers a range of services including CNC sinker electric discharge machining (EDM), wire electric discharge machining (WEDM), high-speed hole machining, airflow testing, and five-axis milling. The company focuses on producing components for turbine blades, vanes, combustor components, engine cases, and other critical parts for the aerospace and industrial gas turbine industries. Burke Aerospace is recognized for its commitment to quality and responsiveness, utilizing lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. Its capabilities include quick tool changeovers and rapid reconfiguration of work cells, allowing for minimal downtime and maximized throughput.

Ability Engineering Technology

Debt Financing in 2017
AET is an engineering, design, and manufacturing company that focuses on providing engineered, cryogenic, and process equipment and precision-machined parts for application within the energy, industrial, and scientific market segments. It specializes in the design of customized vessels and piping assemblies used in a variety of temperature and pressure ranges, which includes cryogenic applications. Furthermore, as a fully certified ASME Code Section VIII Division 1 facility, the company has only ASME-certified welders. In addition to providing quality product and workmanship throughout the process, AET includes a full document package with each shipment. A sample of AET’s document package structure can be provided upon request. The majority of the company's solutions are used throughout the liquid-gas supply chain for the purification, liquefaction, distribution, storage, and end-use of gases and hydrocarbons. This includes cryogenic transfer, storage, and processing such as vacuum insulated piping, dewars, valve boxes, and expansion cans. In addition to vessels and cryogenic equipment, AET designs and manufacture precision-machined and water-jet cut parts. It is founded in South Holland, Illinois.

Prioria Robotics

Debt Financing in 2017
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Venture Round in 2017
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

ACT Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2016
ACT Aerospace is a prominent manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector, specializing in advanced composite structures. The company has established a reputation for its comprehensive capabilities, which include the manufacturing of aero-structures, honeycomb structures, and various composite design, analysis, and production services tailored for both military and commercial applications. ACT Aerospace is fully integrated, facilitating a seamless transition from design to production, whether for build-to-print projects or open designs. Their expertise encompasses techniques such as hand layed-up laminate construction, filament winding, composite compression molding, and large oven curing, ensuring that clients receive efficient and high-quality products.

Burke Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2016
Burke Aerospace is a manufacturing company based in Farmington, Connecticut, specializing in the aerospace and defense sectors. Established in 1963, it offers a range of services including CNC sinker electric discharge machining (EDM), wire electric discharge machining (WEDM), high-speed hole machining, airflow testing, and five-axis milling. The company focuses on producing components for turbine blades, vanes, combustor components, engine cases, and other critical parts for the aerospace and industrial gas turbine industries. Burke Aerospace is recognized for its commitment to quality and responsiveness, utilizing lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. Its capabilities include quick tool changeovers and rapid reconfiguration of work cells, allowing for minimal downtime and maximized throughput.

Shape

Debt Financing in 2016
Shape LLC is a manufacturer specializing in custom magnetic products, including linear transformers, inductors, and various types of ballasts. Founded in 1966 and based in Addison, Illinois, the company serves a diverse range of applications such as airport lighting, water purification, telecom equipment, and medical devices. Shape's product offerings also include patented circuits that integrate regulating transformers with electronic controllers. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and through a network of representatives and distributors, catering to both domestic and international markets.

Prioria Robotics

Venture Round in 2016
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Convertible Note in 2015
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Kay Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2015
Kay Manufacturing Company, Inc., established in 1946, is a precision machining specialist based in Calumet City, Illinois. The company focuses on producing high-precision components, primarily serving the automotive industry, with additional clients in sectors such as agriculture, ordnance, aerospace, and energy. Kay Manufacturing specializes in machining forged materials, utilizing automated and lean production techniques to deliver advanced parts at competitive costs.

ACT Aerospace

Debt Financing in 2015
ACT Aerospace is a prominent manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector, specializing in advanced composite structures. The company has established a reputation for its comprehensive capabilities, which include the manufacturing of aero-structures, honeycomb structures, and various composite design, analysis, and production services tailored for both military and commercial applications. ACT Aerospace is fully integrated, facilitating a seamless transition from design to production, whether for build-to-print projects or open designs. Their expertise encompasses techniques such as hand layed-up laminate construction, filament winding, composite compression molding, and large oven curing, ensuring that clients receive efficient and high-quality products.

Prioria Robotics

Venture Round in 2015
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Debt Financing in 2014
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Kay Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2014
Kay Manufacturing Company, Inc., established in 1946, is a precision machining specialist based in Calumet City, Illinois. The company focuses on producing high-precision components, primarily serving the automotive industry, with additional clients in sectors such as agriculture, ordnance, aerospace, and energy. Kay Manufacturing specializes in machining forged materials, utilizing automated and lean production techniques to deliver advanced parts at competitive costs.

i3D MFG

Debt Financing in 2014
i3D MFG is a leading manufacturer specializing in additive manufacturing technologies, particularly in the production of three-dimensional printed metal products. The company addresses the complex and precise component requirements of the aerospace, defense, and medical sectors. Utilizing advanced techniques such as direct metal laser sintering (DMLS), wire electrical discharge machining (EDM), and post-process finishing technologies, i3D MFG provides rapid prototypes and production parts. This focus on high-quality manufacturing enables clients to effectively innovate and disrupt their respective markets.

Capewell Aerial Systems

Debt Financing in 2014
Capewell Aerial Systems LLC is a manufacturer of engineered products tailored for aerial delivery, life support, and tactical applications, serving military, law enforcement, and humanitarian organizations globally. Established in 1881 and based in South Windsor, Connecticut, with an additional office in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, the company specializes in the design and production of a wide range of life-saving equipment. Their offerings include aerial delivery products, parachute hardware, search and rescue gear, and tactical vests, designed to support operations in critical scenarios. Capewell also produces emergency descent devices, canine tactical gear, survival vests, and flotation collars for various high-risk environments, including aircraft and offshore rigs. The company excels in engineering complex devices through advanced manufacturing techniques such as computer numerical control machining and technical sewing, ensuring that their products perform reliably when needed most. Capewell Aerial Systems operates as a subsidiary of Capewell Components Company, LLC, continuing its long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for urgent operational needs.

Capewell Aerial Systems

Venture Round in 2014
Capewell Aerial Systems LLC is a manufacturer of engineered products tailored for aerial delivery, life support, and tactical applications, serving military, law enforcement, and humanitarian organizations globally. Established in 1881 and based in South Windsor, Connecticut, with an additional office in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, the company specializes in the design and production of a wide range of life-saving equipment. Their offerings include aerial delivery products, parachute hardware, search and rescue gear, and tactical vests, designed to support operations in critical scenarios. Capewell also produces emergency descent devices, canine tactical gear, survival vests, and flotation collars for various high-risk environments, including aircraft and offshore rigs. The company excels in engineering complex devices through advanced manufacturing techniques such as computer numerical control machining and technical sewing, ensuring that their products perform reliably when needed most. Capewell Aerial Systems operates as a subsidiary of Capewell Components Company, LLC, continuing its long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for urgent operational needs.

Prioria Robotics

Debt Financing in 2013
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Crane Cams

Debt Financing in 2013
Crane Cams, founded in 1953 by Harvey Crane in Hallandale, Florida, specializes in manufacturing performance camshafts and valve train components for various markets, including OEM and replacement parts. The company emerged from Crane's personal experience with camshaft design, driven by a desire for improved engine performance in his hot rod. Today, Crane Cams utilizes advanced research and development resources, featuring state-of-the-art CNC machining centers, dyno cells, and a fully certified emissions lab. With an extensive database of over 80,000 camshaft profiles and a commitment to quality control through modern optical and measurement technologies, the company ensures precise and powerful camshaft production. Crane Cams serves a wide range of applications, including motorsports, marine, motorcycles, and aircraft, bolstered by a knowledgeable technical staff with significant industry experience.

Habco

Debt Financing in 2012
Habco specializes in providing support and test equipment, engine tooling, and RFID tool control for the aerospace sector, catering to both commercial and military needs. Their offerings include a range of products such as airframe tooling, tire cages, portable test stands, and vacuum leakage test carts, all designed to enhance operational readiness and safety. Additionally, Habco provides maintenance and repair support, logistics, and warehousing solutions to ensure that aerospace industries, including those operating rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, can maintain optimal functionality in their maintenance and repair facilities.

Habco

Venture Round in 2012
Habco specializes in providing support and test equipment, engine tooling, and RFID tool control for the aerospace sector, catering to both commercial and military needs. Their offerings include a range of products such as airframe tooling, tire cages, portable test stands, and vacuum leakage test carts, all designed to enhance operational readiness and safety. Additionally, Habco provides maintenance and repair support, logistics, and warehousing solutions to ensure that aerospace industries, including those operating rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, can maintain optimal functionality in their maintenance and repair facilities.

Habco

Convertible Note in 2012
Habco specializes in providing support and test equipment, engine tooling, and RFID tool control for the aerospace sector, catering to both commercial and military needs. Their offerings include a range of products such as airframe tooling, tire cages, portable test stands, and vacuum leakage test carts, all designed to enhance operational readiness and safety. Additionally, Habco provides maintenance and repair support, logistics, and warehousing solutions to ensure that aerospace industries, including those operating rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, can maintain optimal functionality in their maintenance and repair facilities.

Prioria Robotics

Debt Financing in 2012
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Venture Round in 2012
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Gleason Corporation

Debt Financing in 2012
Gleason Corporation is a global leader in gearing technology, offering machinery for gear production, finishing, and testing, along with comprehensive support services. Their product line includes cutting tools, workholding equipment, replacement parts, software for gear design and inspection, training programs, and engineering support. The company is recognized for its expertise in gear design theory, prototype testing, and gear analysis. Serving customers in diverse industries such as automotive, aerospace, marine, agriculture, construction, energy, and transportation, Gleason Corporation is committed to providing high-quality solutions for all gearing needs.

Prioria Robotics

Series C in 2012
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Series C in 2011
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Prioria Robotics

Debt Financing in 2011
Prioria Robotics, Inc. is an engineering firm based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2003 by University of Florida alumni. The company specializes in developing small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems and related technologies for civilian, commercial, and military sectors in the United States. Its flagship product, the Maveric, is a lightweight, single-person portable unmanned aircraft system designed for fully autonomous operation, utilized in military, public safety, and commercial applications. Additionally, Prioria offers the Hex, a multi-rotor UAV intended for similar uses, along with mapping and multi-spectral imaging services. The company's innovations focus on enhancing machine perception and autonomous systems, aiming to address critical challenges in various fields, including industrial robotics, medical devices, and homeland security.

Numet Machining Techniques

Debt Financing in 2011
Numet Machining Techniques specializes in manufacturing aerospace engine components that require intricate geometries and the use of exotic alloys. The company provides complex, close-tolerance components, fabrications, and assemblies primarily for the aerospace, defense, and power generation sectors. It supplies critical parts for various prominent aerospace engine platforms, including the GTF, F135, PW4000, and LEAP. Notable clients include Pratt & Whitney, GE Aviation, and the U.S. Department of Defense, positioning Numet as a key player in the aerospace supply chain.

Aeropremier Jet Center

Debt Financing in 2009
AeroPremier Jet Center is a fixed-base operator that provides a range of general aviation services at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The facility boasts over 50,000 square feet of hangar space, accommodating aircraft up to a Gulfstream V. In addition to line and ramp services, AeroPremier offers certified maintenance support, complete concierge services, and ground transportation options. The center also facilitates multiple rental car choices, luxury hotel accommodations, and aircraft meal services, ensuring comprehensive support for both employees and guests.

Aeropremier Jet Center

Venture Round in 2008
AeroPremier Jet Center is a fixed-base operator that provides a range of general aviation services at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The facility boasts over 50,000 square feet of hangar space, accommodating aircraft up to a Gulfstream V. In addition to line and ramp services, AeroPremier offers certified maintenance support, complete concierge services, and ground transportation options. The center also facilitates multiple rental car choices, luxury hotel accommodations, and aircraft meal services, ensuring comprehensive support for both employees and guests.

Aeropremier Jet Center

Debt Financing in 2008
AeroPremier Jet Center is a fixed-base operator that provides a range of general aviation services at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The facility boasts over 50,000 square feet of hangar space, accommodating aircraft up to a Gulfstream V. In addition to line and ramp services, AeroPremier offers certified maintenance support, complete concierge services, and ground transportation options. The center also facilitates multiple rental car choices, luxury hotel accommodations, and aircraft meal services, ensuring comprehensive support for both employees and guests.

Quest Global Manufacturing

Venture Round in 2007
Aequs (formerly QuEST Global Manufacturing) specializes in precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, forging, and special processing for the aerospace, automotive, and oil & gas industries. Customers include Airbus, UTAS, Eaton, Baker Hughes, Halliburton, and Bosch. The Aequs manufacturing facilities are located in Bengaluru, Belagavi, and Houston. The Belagavi facilities are located in Aequs SEZ, India’s first precision engineering special economic zone. Aequs SEZ has developed into an integrated aerospace manufacturing ecosystem that houses several interrelated capabilities that are either unavailable in India or are difficult to come by in one location.

T & K Machine

Debt Financing in 2007
T & K Machine provides and manufactures equipment and machined parts to the aerospace industry. It offers airframe components and assemblies to aerospace companies. T & K Machine is based in Paris, France.

SKYDEX

Series C in 2005
SKYDEX Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of protective materials designed to mitigate shock, vibration, and energy forces across various sectors, including military, commercial, industrial, and athletic applications. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, the company offers a diverse range of products such as ballistic helmet and vest shoulder pads, knee and elbow pad inserts, marine crew mats, and hydro decks. Additionally, SKYDEX provides seating cushions for pilots and crew, protective gear for combat vehicles, and impact-absorbing materials for recreational and athletic uses, including running shoes and playground matting. By focusing on impact mitigation, SKYDEX aims to enhance safety and reduce the likelihood of injury in both professional and consumer environments.

Niagara Thermal Products

Debt Financing in 2004
Niagara Thermal Products LLC, based in Niagara Falls, New York, specializes in the design and manufacturing of high-performance thermal management solutions. Founded in 1982, the company offers a diverse range of products including heat exchangers, heat sinks, cold plates, and heat transfer fins. Its custom heat exchangers encompass oil coolers, intercoolers, condensers, evaporators, and radiators, while its heat sinks include various designs such as folded fin and skive fin types. Niagara's products cater to multiple sectors, including aerospace, military, electronics, telecommunications, and industrial markets. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering engineered solutions that support applications in thermal management and cooling systems. Niagara Thermal Products operates as a subsidiary of Aavid Thermalloy, LLC, and leverages over 25 years of industry experience to meet the needs of its clients.

Anark

Venture Round in 2003
Anark Corporation, based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in visualization collaboration software tailored for manufacturing organizations. Founded in 1994, the company provides a suite of solutions, including Anark Core, which automates the publishing of technical content for engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams. Anark Core features components such as the Workstation for desktop users and a Server for automated publishing, along with an SDK for integration with other enterprise systems. Additionally, Anark offers MBEWeb, a cloud hosting service that facilitates communication and collaboration around technical content across various devices. The company's solutions support applications in engineering, quality inspection, and supplier procurement, empowering organizations to effectively utilize their 3D CAD data and improve product development processes. Anark serves notable clients, including Boeing, NASA, and General Electric, helping them streamline operations and enhance collaboration within their supply chains.

LaserTech USA

Venture Round in 2001
LaserTech USA is a manufacturer of metal bellows for the vacuum, semiconductor, aerospace, and automotive industries. It was headquartered in Orlando, Florida.

Control Center

Debt Financing in 1999
Control Center, based in Orlando, Florida, specializes in the manufacture and service of combustion and control sub-systems for industrial gas turbines. The company provides a range of products, including integrated systems, fluid systems, and control components. It serves various industries, including power generation, petroleum, chemicals, aerospace, and energy, as well as original equipment manufacturers and engineering, procurement, and construction firms. In addition to its product offerings, Control Center also delivers engineering services to support its clients' operational needs.
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