HaaS 100 (late August 2025)

Hardware-as-a-service (HaaS) is gaining momentum across a variety of industries. Many of the early adopters of HaaS are in robotics, offering robots-as-a-service (RaaS) to decrease barriers to entry and improve overall value to customers. Others offer machine-as-a-service (MaaS), device-as-a-service (DaaS), or equipment-as-a-service (EaaS).

Some companies pitch outcomes more than assets, offering data-as-a-service or platform-as-a-service models. From network-as-a-service to facades cleaning; managed service providers (MSPs) to managed security service providers (MSSPs); and autonomous construction equipment to diagnostic sensors and 3D printers, these companies are on the cutting-edge of their fields.

This post is part of a series about modern hardware companies, their business models, and the future of HaaS. For more, see posts from early and late May, early and late June, early and late July, and early August.

Artyc

• Founded date: 2021
• Location: San Francisco, California
• Employees: ~20
• What they do: Battery-powered, reusable cold chain shippers for healthcare logistics
• Key customers: Optimal Research Sites, BioGenix Labs
• Website: shipartyc.com 

Artyc builds intelligent, battery-powered cold chain shippers designed for precision, visibility, and ease of use. The company’s hardware lineup (led by the Medstow Micro and Medstow 5L-Intercampus) supports everything from single-vial microsampling to inter-campus courier runs, maintaining precise temperatures without gel packs or dry ice. Each unit pairs with Artyc’s integrated software platform, providing real-time GPS tracking, temperature monitoring, lid access logs, and secure audit trails—delivering end-to-end visibility for healthcare, biotech, mobile health, and pharmaceutical teams.

Artyc’s products are offered through a lease or subscription-based managed service model with transparent pricing. Rather than incurring repeated costs for packaging, data loggers, and compliance tracking, customers get a single reusable system that does it all. The platform is included at no extra charge, and the cost per shipment drops significantly after just a few uses: up to 35% lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional cold chain methods.

“We knew from the beginning that our pricing had to reflect what teams actually need—starting with how little time most teams have to manage their cold chain,” says Hannah Sieber, CEO of Artyc. “Our leasing model lowers the barrier to entry and gives our customers a smarter system from day one. It’s not just about affordability; it’s about delivering reliability and compliance without the operational drag.”

Mobile Industrial Robots

• Founded date: 2013
• Location: Odense, Denmark, with U.S. offices in Holbrook, New York and San Diego, California
• Employees: ~350
• What they do: Internal transport automation
• Key customers: Toyota, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Whirlpool, Valeo
• Website: mobile-industrial-robots.com

Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) builds autonomous mobile robots to optimize logistics and material handling for customers in manufacturing, logistics & warehousing, healthcare, retail & ecommerce, food & beverage, and pharmaceuticals. The company’s robot fleet includes the MiR250, which can handle up to 250 kg and navigate through spaces as narrow as 80 centimeters; the MiR600, which can move loads up to 600 kg at speeds of up to 2 meters/second; and the MiR1200 Pallet Jack, which uses 3D vision to detect and transport shrink-wrapped pallets quickly and precisely, dynamically modifying its route to avoid obstacles. All robots seamlessly integrates with MiR Fleet, a fleet management software that handles tasks such as rerouting robots, optimizing driving routes, and prioritizing assignments, and MiR Insights, which delivers actionable data to maximize AMR efficiency.

In addition to selling its robots outright, MiR provides an alternative business model through robots-as-a-service (RaaS). For a fixed monthly fee—determined by the robot type and the length of the leasing period—customers get a comprehensive solution that includes hardware, integration, top modules, support, service, and maintenance. The pricing plan allows customers to access the robots for as little as $8.67/hour; and the company’s leasing program, MiR Finance, allows customers to see a near–immediate return on their investment.

Renewable Properties

• Founded date: 2017
• Location: San Francisco, California
• Employees: ~50
• What they do: Turnkey solar and EV infrastructure solutions
• Customers: fleet owners, public entities, last-mile delivery companies, drayage fleets, solar developers, landowners, utilities, and financial institutions
• Website: renewprop.com

Renewable Properties develops and invests in small-scale utility, community solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Collaborating with landowners, utilities, financial institutions, and solar developers, the company provides tailored solutions for sustainable energy initiatives. Their expertise extends to leasing land for solar projects, facilitating wholesale solar energy sales to utilities, and forming partnerships with solar developers. With over 1,100 MW of solar energy projects supported, Renewable offers a comprehensive approach to clean energy development, from site assessment to project management and long-term optimization. Recently, the company leveraged its solar development and electrical infrastructure expertise to launch an EV charging service, providing a turnkey solution for companies transitioning their truck fleets from fossil fuels to electric power.

The company offers its EV charging through a service-based model that removes upfront expenses for fleet owners, delivering fully managed depots that Renewable Properties oversees from siting and construction to ownership and maintenance. Under this charging-as-a-service solution, fleet operators pay only for the electricity they consume, enabling them to transition to electric vehicles without the capital or logistical burdens of infrastructure development, or the complexities of owning and managing EV infrastructure. Renewable builds, owns, operates, and maintains the fully-managed charging depots, handling everything from land acquisition to electrical infrastructure, permitting, and ongoing maintenance. The depots feature secure gated yards, dedicated parking spots, reserved electrical capacity, and a mix of Level 2 and Level 3 chargers for both extended and rapid charging needs.

KEWAZO

• Founded date: 2018
• Location: Houston, Texas (HQ in Munich, Germany)
• Employees: ~45
• What they do: Robotic solutions for automated material handling and construction site logistics
• Key customers: ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery, BASF, Marr Scaffolding
• Website: www.kewazo.com

KEWAZO’s flagship product, LIFTBOT, is a battery-powered, remote-controlled robotic hoist designed to improve efficiency and safety on construction sites. LIFTBOT automates vertical material transport for tasks like scaffolding assembly, insulation, and painting, reducing man-hours by up to 70% while minimizing safety risks. Installation takes just 20 minutes with two workers, and the robot’s sensors and cameras enable autonomous navigation, optimizing material flow and productivity. Paired with the ONSITE data analytics platform, LIFTBOT collects real-time operational data to provide actionable insights workflow optimization, project and inventory management, and benchmarking against industry averages. The system’s safety software continuously monitors critical functions, preventing unsafe operations and enhancing security on job sites. Customers include construction sites (e.g., the U.S. Capitol Building) and industrial plants in the oil, gas, energy, and chemical industries.

The company’s business model integrates hardware and software through a subscription-based sales approach, enabling construction and scaffolding companies to access automation and data-driven insights without the burden of significant upfront costs. Contracts include hardware updates, support, and seamless integration with the ONSITE analytics platform, ensuring clients always have access to the latest features and insights. Additionally, KEWAZO offers services such as customization, integration, training, and ongoing support, creating value beyond the technology itself and fostering long-term client relationships. With flexible rental and subscription options, the company accommodates diverse project scales and timelines, making robotic solutions accessible to a broad range of stakeholders while helping clients address labor shortages effectively.

Renovotec

• Founded date: 2008
• Location: Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, England
• Employees: ~100
• What they do: Industrial automation and rugged technology solutions for supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing
• Key customers: River Island, Port of Tilbury, Accolade Wines, Henry Colbeck, DP World Southampton
• Website: renovotec.com

Renovotec specializes in supply chain and industrial technology solutions, with a strong focus on robotics and automation. The company’s robotics division offers Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) designed to streamline warehouse operations by automating stock movement, palletizing, and work-in-progress transport. These robots are equipped with advanced sensors, machine vision, and AI-driven navigation, enabling dynamic pathfinding to adapt to real-time obstacles and move independently within warehouses and manufacturing facilities. In addition to AMRs, Renovotec provides machine vision solutions for automated data capture, enabling real-time inventory tracking, quality control, and operational insights. These technologies enhance productivity, reduce costs, and optimize workforce allocation for businesses looking to scale their automation capabilities.

The company operates under a hybrid pricing model, combining hardware sales, leasing, and subscription-based services. Through its Rugged-Hardware-as-a-Service (r-HaaS) model, businesses can deploy mobile and robotic solutions with zero upfront capital investment, paying for the technology as an operational expense. This model includes ongoing maintenance, software updates, and customer support, ensuring companies can scale their robotics solutions flexibly. Additionally, Renovotec offers short-term rentals and financing options for businesses looking to test automation solutions before full deployment. By bundling hardware, software, and service packages, Renovotec provides a cost-effective and scalable approach for companies seeking to modernize their supply chains.