Apera Vue 9.50 includes new vision-guided TCP calibration. Source: Apera AI
Apera AI Inc. today said it has closed an oversubscribed Series A financing round. The Vancouver, B.C.-based developer of 4D Vision for industrial automation said it would use the funding for people, processes, and product innovation.
“This is an exciting time of growth at Apera AI,” stated Sina Afrooze, founder and CEO of Apera AI. “Our 4D Vision technology is solving robotic automation challenges that were previously impossible by unleashing the true power of AI for real-world manufacturing. With this infusion of capital and a world-class leadership team, we’re scaling our ability to serve the most advanced manufacturers in the world.”
Apera AI said it can make factories more productive by providing robots with human-like vision and advanced artificial intelligence, increasing their speed and accuracy. The company said it has designed its patented 4D Vision system to help automotive and other manufacturers to achieve new levels of productivity, quality, and cost savings.
4D Vision to solve complex automation challenges
Apera AI said its 4D Vision platform combines cutting-edge 3D vision with AI — the “fourth dimension” — for high-speed, precise performance in applications such as bin picking, de-racking, and complex assembly.
Unlike traditional 3D vision systems that often falter in real-world manufacturing, the company claimed that its system enables robots to adapt to shifting bins, changing lighting conditions, worn grippers, and complex part geometries.
“Our customers aren’t just looking for tools—they’re looking for long-term partners who can scale with them,” said Peter Brouwer, Apera AI senior vice president of global sales.
“Apera AI is uniquely positioned with the right technology, expertise, and now capital to meet that need,” he added. “We’re doubling our sales team and opening a new office in Detroit this fall to be even closer to our customers in North America’s manufacturing heartland.”
Apera AI offers no-code tools for the factory floor
Apera AI said it has focused on innovations to make advanced automation accessible. Its recent innovation focuses on making advanced automation accessible. Recent releases include no-code setup tools, AI-powered calibration, and real-time diagnostics—all intended to minimize deployment time and maximize operational reliability.
“AI is most powerful when it’s invisible,” said Genèse Castonguay, vice president of marketing at Apera AI. “Manufacturers shouldn’t have to think about machine learning—Apera AI let’s engineers focus on production, uptime, and performance. Our mission is to make vision-guided robotic automation radically more accessible.”
Earlier this month, Apera Ai released Apera Vue 9.50, the latest version of its controller software. It also includes a recording and playback system and an accuracy insight tool.
“With Vue 9.50, we’re helping customers adapt faster to the unexpected, because no two racks are the same after six months on a factory floor,” said Afrooze. “Our latest features ensure precision even when bins shift, grippers deviate, or hardware calibration drifts—problems that would slow down production in the real world and that no other vision system can solve.”
BDC participates in round
BDC Capital, BDC Canada’s most active venture capital investor, was a significant participant in the round alongside existing investors Lobby Capital, Flying Fish Ventures, and J-Ventures.
“At BDC, we hold a firm belief that hard tech investments in industrial innovation are pivotal in fueling economic expansion and addressing future opportunities,” said Aditya Aggarwal, managing partner of the Industrial Innovation Venture Fund at BDC Capital. “We see 4D Vision as transformative innovation for vision-guided robotics to unlock industrial manufacturing automation.”
“The world’s top automotive manufacturers and dozens of global industrial companies already rely on Apera AI’s technology,” he said. “We’re thrilled to invest in their future, and help create another Canadian champion.”
“With global demand for intelligent automation at an all-time high, Apera AI’s Series A round marks a pivotal moment for the company—and a major leap forward for the industry,” said Buddy Arnheim, founding partner at Lobby Capital. “Apera AI is delivering not just a product, but [also] a new standard for robotic vision in real-world manufacturing.”
Apera AI adds to executive team
The new funding comes amid surging demand for robotic automation across global manufacturing. Apera AI said its revenue has tripled year over year, and it has established a strong customer base that includes all six major North American automotive OEMs, their Tier 1 suppliers, and more than 100 manufacturers.
As part of its expansion strategy, Apera AI has appointed four new executives. In addition to Brouwer and Castonguay, certified accountant Joseph Lee joined as chief financial officer, and Robert St-Jacques assumed the role of vice president of people. Each brings extensive experience scaling high-growth technology companies across AI, automation, and enterprise software.
With a growing team across North America and Europe, Apera AI said it delivers engineering support, reliable deployments, and measurable return on on investment (ROI). The company’s partner-centric approach ensures that every deployment is aligned with production goals and delivers long-term value.
Apera AI has appointed four executives. Source: Apera AI
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