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BuildOps, Inc. provides a comprehensive software solution tailored for commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors. Founded in 2018 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company’s platform integrates various functionalities, including dispatching, scheduling, customer management, and mobile invoicing. This all-in-one operational software streamlines business processes, enabling subcontractors to efficiently manage invoicing, billing, estimates, proposals, payments, workflows, and financial reporting. Designed by a team of subcontractors and engineers, BuildOps aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability through its cloud-based technology, allowing users to improve their day-to-day operations while reducing costs.

Gearflow operates as an online marketplace specifically designed for the construction equipment parts industry, addressing the needs of small to midsize contractors. The platform simplifies the parts ordering process by providing enhanced access to suppliers and streamlining communication and reporting. Gearflow serves as an outsourced parts and tool manager, allowing equipment and parts sellers to list their inventories, create unique storefronts, and manage sales nationwide through a single dashboard. This approach effectively bridges the information gap in a fragmented industry, where contractors often struggle to find necessary parts and suppliers face challenges in reaching their target market. By facilitating better connections between contractors and suppliers, Gearflow aims to optimize the ordering process and enhance operational efficiency within the construction sector.

Developer of a construction procurement platform designed to streamline interactions in the construction industries. The company's platform offers multiple bids on a project, stays ahead of deadlines, manages and keeps track of all bid versions and responses on one platform, and seamlessly communicates with suppliers, enabling the construction industries to streamline their procurement process from request for quotation issuance to proposal signing.

Kanda Products and Services Ltd operates a financial platform that supports tradespeople by providing tools for quoting, invoicing, and financing. The company enables tradespeople to offer financing options to their customers, facilitating the conversion of leads and ensuring timely payments. Kanda's software includes an estimating tool that allows contractors to send detailed estimates while offering escrow financing for clients who may struggle to pay upfront. This approach not only enhances the competitiveness of tradespeople but also makes it more affordable for homeowners to engage in necessary work on their properties. Founded in 2018 and based in Redditch, United Kingdom, Kanda was previously known as Trade Smart (Holdings) Limited before rebranding in April 2018.

TraceAir Technologies, Inc. is a cloud-based platform designed to assist construction companies in managing quality and costs through a user-friendly interface and advanced analytics powered by autonomous drones. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools for construction management, including data collection, processing, analysis, and smart analytics tailored for civil and industrial projects. Its solutions cover various aspects of construction, such as design, earthworks, road construction, urban land improvement, and maintenance. By utilizing drone technology, TraceAir significantly enhances the speed, cost-effectiveness, and convenience of monitoring construction progress, providing stakeholders with valuable insights that extend beyond mere images or raw data. Founded in 2015, TraceAir is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

UpCodes, Inc. operates a platform designed to assist the construction industry in navigating compliance with building regulations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company consolidates core building codes and related information, such as amendments and directives, into a single searchable database. Its platform features a robust search engine that utilizes machine learning and data analysis to streamline the process of finding relevant codes. UpCodes also provides collaboration tools that facilitate coordination among teams, helping architecture, engineering, and construction professionals manage projects more efficiently. By offering structured research and easy access to essential codes, UpCodes aims to enhance compliance and minimize project delays within the U.S. construction sector.

1Build, Inc. is a software company that specializes in automating construction cost estimates by converting building blueprints into material shopping lists. Founded in 2019 and based in Mountain View, California, the company employs a blend of human and machine intelligence to enhance the bidding process for construction firms. Its platform streamlines the takeoff and estimating process, particularly for contractors involved in wood and metal framing, insulation, and drywall. By simplifying these tasks, 1Build enables clients to concentrate on project execution, ultimately helping them to close more project leads, reduce material costs, and increase profitability. The founding team comprises engineers and builders with extensive experience in both construction and technology.

BuildOps, Inc. provides a comprehensive software solution tailored for commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors. Founded in 2018 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company’s platform integrates various functionalities, including dispatching, scheduling, customer management, and mobile invoicing. This all-in-one operational software streamlines business processes, enabling subcontractors to efficiently manage invoicing, billing, estimates, proposals, payments, workflows, and financial reporting. Designed by a team of subcontractors and engineers, BuildOps aims to enhance operational efficiency and profitability through its cloud-based technology, allowing users to improve their day-to-day operations while reducing costs.

Mighty Buildings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the manufacture of custom houses using 3D printing technology. The company aims to disrupt the residential housing market by leveraging advanced automation, robotics, and composite materials to make housing more affordable. By focusing on modular construction, Mighty Buildings seeks to innovate the way homes are built, addressing challenges in the traditional construction industry. The company has garnered support from notable venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to transform the housing landscape.

Toolbox is focused on improving the work landscape for skilled construction workers, who collectively earn over $300 billion in wages. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Toolbox operates a labor marketplace that empowers workers and subcontractors to showcase their professional skills, secure job opportunities, and reduce downtime through short-term gigs. Additionally, Toolbox provides financial technology solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, offering intelligent banking services, financial insights, and automated bookkeeping. This platform enables businesses to easily compare and select lender offers, purchase materials and equipment, and gain a comprehensive view of their financial health, thereby facilitating access to necessary capital for growth.

Handle, Inc. is a software company that provides solutions specifically tailored for the construction industry, addressing critical challenges such as late payments and access to capital. Its application integrates various workflow management features, allowing users to collaborate on to-do lists, emails, and calendars to streamline task management. The software includes automation tools for lien management, deadline tracking, and online mailing, which help contractors and material suppliers expedite the payment process. Additionally, Handle offers financing options, including invoice factoring and material supply loans, to further support its clients in managing financial transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in La Jolla, California, Handle was previously known as handl, inc. before rebranding in 2012.

Convex offers software and powerful data to help commercial contractors and service businesses. Atlas is for commercial contractors and service businesses. It uses a building-centric structure, location-based approach, mobile access for the field, and easily customizable options. It processes and verifies building information from a wide variety of proprietary sources and pre-populates it for the user. Convex was founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California.

UpCodes, Inc. operates a platform designed to assist the construction industry in navigating compliance with building regulations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company consolidates core building codes and related information, such as amendments and directives, into a single searchable database. Its platform features a robust search engine that utilizes machine learning and data analysis to streamline the process of finding relevant codes. UpCodes also provides collaboration tools that facilitate coordination among teams, helping architecture, engineering, and construction professionals manage projects more efficiently. By offering structured research and easy access to essential codes, UpCodes aims to enhance compliance and minimize project delays within the U.S. construction sector.

UpCodes, Inc. operates a platform designed to assist the construction industry in navigating compliance with building regulations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company consolidates core building codes and related information, such as amendments and directives, into a single searchable database. Its platform features a robust search engine that utilizes machine learning and data analysis to streamline the process of finding relevant codes. UpCodes also provides collaboration tools that facilitate coordination among teams, helping architecture, engineering, and construction professionals manage projects more efficiently. By offering structured research and easy access to essential codes, UpCodes aims to enhance compliance and minimize project delays within the U.S. construction sector.