iFactory inc.

iFactory inc. is a Japanese deeptech startup dedicated to creating the future through innovative manufacturing solutions. The company's core offering is the "iFactory" system, an all-automatic continuous production system designed for energy and labor savings. This modular system, composed of interconnected units (iCubes™), allows for flexible and reconfigurable production processes for functional chemicals. It enables seamless, continuous manufacturing by eliminating traditional batch production wait times and changeovers. The system features automated analysis and remote operation capabilities. A smaller scale model, "iFactory Trigger™," is used for lab-scale to kilo-lab scale chemical production (up to 300g/h) and for process validation. iFactory aims to build "distributed society minimal combinats" utilizing renewable energy, AI, and robotic process automation, allowing for on-site cloud manufacturing and production control from smartphones worldwide. The company emphasizes its commitment to environmental sustainability, developing technologies that can contribute to carbon negativity and cleaner environments.