Integra Robotics

We’re building India’s next‑gen robotics company. Teleoperation, embodied AI, and modular machines designed to adapt and scale. (Formerly Social Hardware)

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

We’ve rebranded from Social Hardware to Integra Robotics — a name that reflects how our work has evolved since 2017 and the robotics platforms we build today.

LinkedIn announcement here: https://t.co/Y0cVrSs9Ye

[iCreate @icreatenextgen]

Integra Robotics, an iCreate-supported deep tech startup, has raised $1.12 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by @FinvolveVPL and @INaccelerator , with participation from GrowthCap Venture Fund.

The Bengaluru-based startup is building an AI-powered robotics platform that combines human oversight with machine autonomy, enabling intelligent automation across complex real-world environments.

The fresh capital will support product deployments, market expansion, and the continued development of its proprietary human-in-the-loop AI learning platform.

👏 Congratulations to Abhit Kumar, Cameron Norris, and the entire Integra Robotics team on this significant milestone. We look forward to seeing their innovations drive greater impact across industries and accelerate the adoption of intelligent automation at scale.

#iCreateWithYou #IntegraRobotics #FundingAnnouncement #DeepTech #Robotics #AI #StartupSuccess #Innovation

[Entrackr @entrackr]

Integra Robotics raises $1.12 Mn in pre-Series A round https://t.co/RxQoZ4MJ3T

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@pareekhjain Incredible skill and courage on display. But with today’s robotics, no one should have to risk their life for routine maintenance. Robotic inspection systems are already helping industries drastically reduce risk and enable proactive maintenance.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@theepicmap Absolutely. Some of the toughest and riskiest work out there.
Robotics and remote systems can make a big difference in keeping these crews safer.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@EgyptOilandGas When tech and heavy industry come together—you get pipelines that talk before they break.
Great progress! Curious to see how smart inspection robotics can take safety even further.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@richardker Hats off to these technicians—true skill and grit on display.
Always makes us wonder how robotics and human expertise can team up to make such high-risk work safer.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@cmpdil Critical inspections like these keep heavy industries running.
Exciting to imagine how robotics can extend safety and reach in such environments.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@AnthemBio Great to see Anthem taking a lead on responsible supply chain practices. Sustainability in pharma doesn’t just mean sourcing—it’s also about safe, efficient operations on the ground. Impressive work by the team.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@SerumInstIndia Making life-saving healthcare accessible at this scale is nothing short of inspiring. Seeing the level of precision and care behind the scenes also reminds us how robotics can further support safety and consistency in such critical environments.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@YourStoryCo @PiyushGoyal Couldn’t agree more. Convenience got us here.
Deeptech will take us further.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

In today’s fast-changing world, robotics with cross-sector architecture are emerging as transformative solutions, enabling a single platform to tackle diverse tasks. Robots can perform inspections of pipelines and machinery, automate repetitive lab tasks like sample handling, and safely manage hazardous materials in high-risk environments.

This approach offers several key benefits, including simplified integration into existing workflows without disrupting operations, faster deployment through modular designs that adapt quickly to new tasks, and increased agility to help organizations respond to industry disruptions and shifting demands. Additionally, it enhances safety and efficiency by allowing robots to handle dangerous or repetitive tasks, reducing risks to workers while improving output.

At Social Hardware, we’re proud to lead this transformation. Our modular robotic systems are easy to configure, deploy, and scale, meeting the evolving needs of the industrial sector. By contributing to the vision of #AtmanirbharBharat, we’re empowering industries to embrace innovation, self-reliance, and resilience in a globally competitive landscape.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

India’s deep tech ecosystem is advancing quickly, and modular robotics for teleoperation has the potential to address critical challenges across industries like mining, disaster response, and manufacturing. By enabling the remote control of machines in hazardous or hard-to-reach environments, this technology can improve safety, efficiency, and adaptability.

At Social Hardware, we’ve developed a modular robotics platform designed to handle a range of tasks, from non-destructive testing (NDT) and hazardous material handling to lab automation. With its standardized design and interchangeable components, it’s flexible, cost-effective, and easy to deploy—making it suitable for industries with evolving needs.

For India, this technology can improve workplace safety, modernize industries, and align with Make in India initiatives. We’re proud to contribute to this ecosystem by developing solutions that make a meaningful impact.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

Robots are redefining the future of laboratories—delivering unmatched precision, reducing risks, and enabling 24/7 workflows. At Social Hardware, we’re proud to build cutting-edge, indigenous robotic platforms for tasks like chemical handling, sample preparation, and complex testing. Made in India, our systems ensure safety, reliability, and seamless integration, supporting the nation’s scientific and industrial growth. 🇮🇳 #MakeInIndia

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

@ironwagh We're a robotics startup based in Bengaluru. Would love to chat more with you guys about your actuators! Great work! Maybe we can combine your legs with our upper torso... 🦾🦿🇮🇳

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

India's robotics sector is experiencing robust growth with a projected 15.4% CAGR (2023-2028), driven by three key factors: a 60% reduction in sensor costs since 2015, the emergence of over 200 active robotics startups showing 30% year-over-year growth, and substantial government backing totaling approximately ₹58,000 crore (∼$7 billion) in incentives.

This potent combination of technological affordability, entrepreneurial activity, and policy support is creating ideal conditions for accelerated market expansion and innovation in the robotics space.

Which emerging application of robotics in India do you find most promising?

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

We are advancing India's non-destructive testing (NDT) industry by leveraging teleoperation to improve safety and efficiency in hazardous environments. 🤖🇮🇳

In a recent trial, our teleoperated robotic system—equipped with a commercial off-the-shelf ultrasonic testing (UT) device—successfully conducted precise ultrasonic inspections.

The remote operator was also able to monitor test results and flaw indications directly through the robot’s embedded camera feed, enabling precise analysis and decision-making without exposing personnel to dangerous conditions.

[Integra Robotics @social_hardware]

We're an Indian deep-tech startup leveraging cutting-edge technology to redefine workplace safety. In a recent trial, one of our teleoperated robots successfully lifted a measuring cylinder filled with chemicals and poured the contents into a laboratory beaker with zero spillage—all controlled by a remote operator.

What’s even more remarkable? This was achieved on the operator’s very first attempt from a completely separate location.

This demonstration highlights the precision, reliability, and potential of our robotic solutions to make workplaces safer and more efficient. We’re proud to be driving innovation at the intersection of technology and safety.

#RoboticsInnovation #DeepTech #MadeInIndia #WorkplaceSafety #FutureOfWork