The Faktory is a private tech startup accelerator, incubator and venture capital seed fund founded by Pierre L’Hoest, the Belgian entrepreneur renowned for starting EVS Broadcast Equipment, an international TV slow motion technology valued at 422M€ in 2016. The Faktory has invested in 11 companies with a capital of over 4.5M€ under management. Our companies offer products and services to international niche markets in the areas of consumer electronics, high-technology, gaming and apps, drones, SaaS and IoT products. Our team and mentors come from all walks of life with professional experience in different countries. Furthermore, we partner with Boldstart Ventures, based in NYC, who, with over 30 years of venture tenure, oversaw the successful exits such as Divide (acquired by Google), GoInstant (acquired by Salesforce) and Rapportive (acquired by Linkedin). Based on efficient approaches like the Lean Startup and Business Model Canvas, a 360° analysis is applied to the most promising ideas. The objective is to help startups to grow by identifying and validating market niches, customer-centric development and by providing the means necessary to deploy and launch their businesses successfully.
e-peas SA is a Belgian company that specializes in designing and manufacturing electronic systems that enable energy autonomy for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Mont-Saint-Guibert, the company develops energy harvesting solutions that allow IoT devices to draw power from their environment, including sources such as solar, thermal, vibration, and radiofrequency. e-peas produces energy harvesting power management integrated circuits (PMICs) and low-power microcontrollers that enhance the performance and longevity of batteries in connected devices. By facilitating the efficient use of ambient energy, e-peas aims to reduce the need for frequent battery replacements across various sectors, including home automation, healthcare, and agriculture. The company's innovations contribute to making IoT devices smarter and more energy-efficient, ultimately striving for a future where devices can operate indefinitely without traditional power sources.
xyzt.ai
Seed Round in 2023
xyzt.ai is a SaaS platform for ANALYTICS, REPORTING and VISUALIZATION of big location data in the Maritime & Ports, Smart City and Logistics industries. EASY & EFFORTLESS
IVEX
Seed Round in 2023
IVEX is a start-up originating from the University of Leuven, specializing in the development of tools and software designed for the testing and validation of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles. The company comprises a diverse team and has established partnerships with global firms, notably Siemens, to enhance its growth in the high-tech sector. IVEX offers a cloud-based suite of testing and validation tools alongside an onboard real-time safety checker, which can function independently or in conjunction with other systems. Its solutions streamline the analysis of extensive driving data, enabling engineers to efficiently identify and categorize driving scenarios, create digital representations for simulation, and assess safety performance while minimizing computational resource usage. By focusing on safety and efficiency, IVEX aims to support the industry's need for reliable and effective validation of automated driving technologies.
MyCellHub
Funding Round in 2022
MyCellHub is a pre-startup from KULeuven focused on transforming cell production processes within the biotherapeutics industry. The company has developed a regulatory-compliant software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that streamlines data management and analytics for laboratory and cleanroom workflows. This platform enables users to capture real-time data from multiple sources, integrating seamlessly with existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. By providing actionable insights through cell culture-specific process analytics, MyCellHub enhances manufacturing efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance through features like real-time audit trails and automated batch records. The company's solutions aim to optimize data reporting and management, ultimately improving the overall productivity of manufacturing processes in the sector.
Nestwave
Venture Round in 2021
Nestwave SAS provides advanced, IoT geolocation solutions to IoT modem and DSP vendors. Nestwave's patented, hybrid-signal technology significantly improves localization accuracy in critical indoor and dense urban environments while greatly reducing power consumption and solution footprint compared to existing solutions.
IVEX
Seed Round in 2020
IVEX is a start-up originating from the University of Leuven, specializing in the development of tools and software designed for the testing and validation of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles. The company comprises a diverse team and has established partnerships with global firms, notably Siemens, to enhance its growth in the high-tech sector. IVEX offers a cloud-based suite of testing and validation tools alongside an onboard real-time safety checker, which can function independently or in conjunction with other systems. Its solutions streamline the analysis of extensive driving data, enabling engineers to efficiently identify and categorize driving scenarios, create digital representations for simulation, and assess safety performance while minimizing computational resource usage. By focusing on safety and efficiency, IVEX aims to support the industry's need for reliable and effective validation of automated driving technologies.
MyCellHub
Seed Round in 2019
MyCellHub is a pre-startup from KULeuven focused on transforming cell production processes within the biotherapeutics industry. The company has developed a regulatory-compliant software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that streamlines data management and analytics for laboratory and cleanroom workflows. This platform enables users to capture real-time data from multiple sources, integrating seamlessly with existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. By providing actionable insights through cell culture-specific process analytics, MyCellHub enhances manufacturing efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance through features like real-time audit trails and automated batch records. The company's solutions aim to optimize data reporting and management, ultimately improving the overall productivity of manufacturing processes in the sector.
Nestwave
Venture Round in 2019
Nestwave SAS provides advanced, IoT geolocation solutions to IoT modem and DSP vendors. Nestwave's patented, hybrid-signal technology significantly improves localization accuracy in critical indoor and dense urban environments while greatly reducing power consumption and solution footprint compared to existing solutions.
Kensu
Seed Round in 2018
Kensu is a developer of an online data observability platform that focuses on enhancing data science governance. The platform employs machine learning and artificial intelligence to facilitate computation, cloud analytics, and advanced data insights. By monitoring data usage in real-time, Kensu enables businesses to analyze their activities effectively, fostering a deeper understanding of data interactions within their systems. This approach supports the company's unique "Data Observability Driven Development" (DODD) methodology, which emphasizes not only the scanning of data sources but also the active monitoring of how and when data is utilized by applications. Through this comprehensive oversight, Kensu helps organizations maintain control over their data, ensuring they can trust the information they deliver.
BDM Reco
Seed Round in 2017
BDM Reco is a data science company developing a real time content and user recommendation engine.
E-peas
Convertible Note in 2016
e-peas SA is a Belgian company that specializes in designing and manufacturing electronic systems that enable energy autonomy for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Mont-Saint-Guibert, the company develops energy harvesting solutions that allow IoT devices to draw power from their environment, including sources such as solar, thermal, vibration, and radiofrequency. e-peas produces energy harvesting power management integrated circuits (PMICs) and low-power microcontrollers that enhance the performance and longevity of batteries in connected devices. By facilitating the efficient use of ambient energy, e-peas aims to reduce the need for frequent battery replacements across various sectors, including home automation, healthcare, and agriculture. The company's innovations contribute to making IoT devices smarter and more energy-efficient, ultimately striving for a future where devices can operate indefinitely without traditional power sources.
Kanopy Technologies
Seed Round in 2016
Kanopy Technologies reinvents the way we care for plants with the smart and reliable Kanopy25. Connected to our smartphones, Kanopy25 monitors your plant's watering needs by measuring its weight permanently. Equipped with an automatic watering pump, all you need to do left is to enjoy your plant and to fill up the water tank every now and then. Thanks to this innovative system, we are now able to give our plants exactly what it needs to survive and also to grow in the long-term.
Altostratus
Seed Round in 2016
Altostratus is the maker of Pioupiou, a connected wind gauge that reads the speed and the direction of the wind and is ready for deployment practically anywhere. Pioupiou can sustain itself in remote areas therefore it needs no electrical nor WiFi connections. With Pioupiou, you can read wind measurements in real-time via your smartphone, tablet or computer and share reliable data within Pioupiou’s community.
WhiteCrow Tech
Seed Round in 2015
WhiteCrow Tech, founded by Xavier Serret in 2014 and based in Seraing, Belgium, specializes in innovative solutions for mountain biking. The company has developed the WhiteCrow Hub, a traction control device that allows riders to adjust tire pressure while riding, accommodating various terrains. This closed air system maintains a pressure level surpassing that of traditional tires, enhancing performance for fat and plus bikes. With its unique mechanism, the device not only facilitates pressure adjustments but also incorporates gear-changing switches, providing users with a versatile and responsive biking experience.
Riiot Labs
Seed Round in 2015
RIIOT LABS and its smart pool analyser, blue by Riiot, tell the user in real time if his/her pool is fine for a dip. The sensor continuously measures the key parameters of swimming pools, such as temperature, pH, active chlorine or salinity levels. Data are instantly analyzed and communicated to the user via a mobile application or through notifications to people who take care of the pool.
E-peas
Seed Round in 2015
e-peas SA is a Belgian company that specializes in designing and manufacturing electronic systems that enable energy autonomy for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Mont-Saint-Guibert, the company develops energy harvesting solutions that allow IoT devices to draw power from their environment, including sources such as solar, thermal, vibration, and radiofrequency. e-peas produces energy harvesting power management integrated circuits (PMICs) and low-power microcontrollers that enhance the performance and longevity of batteries in connected devices. By facilitating the efficient use of ambient energy, e-peas aims to reduce the need for frequent battery replacements across various sectors, including home automation, healthcare, and agriculture. The company's innovations contribute to making IoT devices smarter and more energy-efficient, ultimately striving for a future where devices can operate indefinitely without traditional power sources.
Herrmutt Lobby
Venture Round in 2014
Herrmutt Lobby is a collective of musicians, handymen and programmers whose main objective is to develop hardware and software devices.
WishBone Biotech
Seed Round in 2014
Wishbone SA is a medical device company based in Flemalle, Belgium, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing innovative bone graft substitute products, primarily for dental implants. The company offers a range of biomaterials made from pure and optimized bovine hydroxyapatite, which is the mineral component derived from Belgian cattle. Wishbone employs a unique manufacturing process that removes organic constituents while preserving the hydroxyapatite structure, resulting in products that closely mimic human bone. These biomaterials exhibit enhanced biocompatibility, osteogenesis, and mechanical resistance, facilitating successful implant osteointegration. Through its advanced offerings, Wishbone aims to support healthcare professionals in achieving effective bone regeneration in dental procedures.
Foobot
Seed Round in 2014
Foobot is an indoor air quality monitor developed by Airboxlab that addresses the growing concern of indoor air pollution, which can be significantly worse than outdoor air. Recognizing that poor indoor air can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory diseases and cancer, Foobot enables users to monitor and understand their indoor air quality. The device provides real-time analysis and actionable insights, empowering individuals to improve their living environments and safeguard their health. By raising awareness about indoor air conditions, Foobot aims to play a crucial role in mitigating the risks associated with indoor pollution.
Abrakam
Seed Round in 2014
Abrakam is a video game studio established in 2013, recognized for its flagship title, Faeria. The studio focuses on developing high-quality card games that emphasize depth and strategy, catering to both mobile and PC gamers. Faeria allows players to assume the roles of gods, creating lands on which they engage in player-versus-player, solo, and cooperative modes. In addition to Faeria, Abrakam is working on more games that incorporate rich storytelling and strategic gameplay. The company's offerings include competitive features such as observer modes and integrated tournaments, enhancing the online gaming experience with quality visual graphics.
Sharebox
Seed Round in 2013
Sharebox helps your entreprise to build the social graph inside the building. The main idea is to recreate connections between the departments. The expert in passion is no longer an outside consultant but a daily worker inside your building fully valorized. By integrating the program into your company, your employees will get to know each other better by sharing the videos on the social networks and truly increase employer branding. The Sharebox program represents a real CSR project on the long term, the one-shot teambuilding is over. The concept “Happy at work” is no longer an utopy, absenteism will decrease and your productivity will be boosted. Sharing on a webplatform has never been easier, a snowball effect is guaranteed thanks to the videos ! First, you simply describe your passion on the website and offer to others to join in on it… Then if they want to, they can also offer their own passions. Already tested by the FPS Social Security (www.socialsecurity.fgov.be) and Vlan (www.vlan.be) the project has proved its impact clearly .
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