Zurich, Switzerland – Fruitful AI, a pioneering startup in industrial computer vision, has closed a seed round to scale its cutting-edge solutions for quality control and manufacturing efficiency. The round was co-led by MFL Group, a global leader in manufacturing equipment, and Hatteland Group, a Norwegian industrial investor specializing in innovative technologies. This strategic investment underscores Fruitful AI’s mission to transform quality management through AI-driven precision.

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Fueling Growth and Innovation

The funding will enable Fruitful AI to expand the reach of its flagship platforms, NeoEdge and NeoCloud. These solutions are designed to simplify quality control processes by combining state-of-the-art computer vision with cloud-powered analytics.

• NeoEdge delivers real-time defect detection directly on the production line, leveraging the power of edge computing to achieve unmatched speed and accuracy.
• NeoCloud complements this by handling data labeling, system setup, and long-term analysis, ensuring businesses have access to powerful insights and seamless performance upgrades.
  

Together, these platforms empower manufacturers to achieve unprecedented levels of precision while maintaining simplicity and scalability.

Strategic Partnership with Industry Leaders

The co-lead investors, MFL Group and Hatteland, bring decades of experience and market insight to Fruitful AI. Their involvement strengthens the company’s position in the industrial sector, providing not only financial support but also strategic guidance and industry connections.

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As part of the partnership, Andrés Cartagena Ruiz, Head of MFL X, will join the Fruitful AI board. With deep expertise in servitization and digitalization, Andres will play a pivotal role in guiding the company’s strategic direction and expanding its market footprint.

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“This investment is another step in MFL Group’s Corporate Venturing journey, backing high-tech startups that are reshaping the industrial world. I’m excited to join the Board of Directors alongside visionary founders—it’s going to be an incredible ride!” – Andrés Cartagena Ruiz, Head of MFL X.

“We are thrilled to partner with MFL Group and Hatteland,” said Patrick Albrecht (CEO). “Their expertise in manufacturing and automation aligns perfectly with our vision to deliver AI solutions that are both powerful and practical. This investment accelerates our ability to help manufacturers unlock new levels of efficiency and quality.”

Meeting Industry Demands

With increasing pressure on manufacturers to enhance quality while reducing waste, Fruitful AI’s solutions address a critical need in the market. Traditional quality control methods often fall short due to their reliance on human inspection or rigid systems that struggle with variability.

Fruitful AI’s technology overcomes these challenges with:

• Unmatched Precision: Capable of detecting defects at the smallest scale, even in complex objects like shiny metals or transparent glass.
• Rapid Deployment: Requiring as few as 30 defect-free images to begin, the system learns and improves over time, adapting to new products and production changes.
• Scalable Performance: Supporting over 35 inspections per second, with horizontal scaling across multiple edge devices to meet even the most demanding production environments.

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A Vision for the Future

Fruitful AI aims to make industrial AI accessible to businesses of all sizes, with a commitment to simplifying adoption and delivering sustainable value. The funding will also support ongoing R&D, allowing the team to refine their algorithms, enhance platform features, and explore new use cases across industries.

“We believe in a future where AI drives smarter, more sustainable manufacturing,” added Alberto Cenedese (CCO). “This funding is a vital step in making that future a reality and ensuring that our technology continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in quality control.”

About Fruitful AI

Based in Zurich, Switzerland, Fruitful AI provides turnkey AI solutions for quality control in manufacturing. Combining Swiss precision with cutting-edge AI, the company’s platforms empower manufacturers to improve product quality, streamline processes, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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