Nexterity, a Startup Battlefield 200 finalist at TechCrunch Disrupt, is building a remote-controlled robot to automate the physically demanding and dangerous task of tightening and loosening bolts on pipe flange joints. Founded by former ExxonMobil engineer Lindsey Elliott, the startup aims to improve safety and productivity in an industry facing severe labor shortages across North America.
Background
Industrial robotics is increasingly being applied to traditionally manual trades, addressing both worker safety and persistent labor shortages in sectors like oil, gas, and petrochemical infrastructure. North American pipefitting has long been noted for low productivity due to physically demanding work and an aging workforce.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Sep 25, 2026 at 04:45 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10