Onward Robotics
Pittsburgh-based warehouse AMR company (formerly IAM Robotics, founded 2012) delivering Lumabot AMRs and Pyxis orchestration software for fulfillment.
Onward Robotics (formerly IAM Robotics) is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and warehouse automation company founded in 2012. Headquartered at 250 48th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, the company designs and deploys person-to-goods fulfillment technology for warehousing, distribution, and e-commerce operations. Its core offering is the Meet Me™ automation concept: the Lumabot® AMR fleet carries goods to human pickers, orchestrated in real time by the Pyxis Suite™ fulfillment platform.
Pyxis uniquely manages picker and robot workflows independently, dynamically coordinating humans, robots, and work as one unified system from induction through pack-out. The platform integrates with any warehouse management system (WMS) and has been showcased at MODEX 2026. Onward Robotics raised approximately $21.1 million from investors including KCK Group, Plug and Play Ventures, Fusion Fund, and Innovation Works.
The company employs approximately 93 people across 4 continents. In addition to capital purchasing, Onward Robotics offers a Robots as a Service (RaaS) subscription model. The company rebranded from IAM Robotics to Onward Robotics to reflect its expanded product scope beyond individual robots to an integrated fulfillment orchestration platform.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Lumabot
Autonomous mobile robot for person-to-goods order picking in warehouses, orchestrated by the Pyxis Suite platform.
Pyxis Suite
Fulfillment orchestration platform that dynamically coordinates pickers and Lumabot AMRs as a unified system from induction to pack-out.
Contact Onward Robotics
WEBSITE
https://onwardrobotics.com/PHONE
+1 (412) 626-7425HEADQUARTERS
United States
Company Facts
Founded
2012
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
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Primary Region
North America
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Funding Stage
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Onward Robotics Showcases Innovative Fulfillment Orchestration Platform With Live Demonstrations at MODEX 2026
Onward Robotics, a leader in intelligent fulfillment automation, is showcasing its innovative Pyxis Suite™ Fulfillment Orchestration Platform and Lumabot® autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at MODEX 2026, the largest supply chain trade show. The event, taking place on April 14, 2026, invites attendees to witness live demonstrations that highlight how Onward's software-driven Meet Me® automation solution enhances fulfillment efficiency and accuracy across warehousing, logistics, distribution, and manufacturing sectors. At Booth #B14357, visitors can engage with the Pyxis-powered fulfillment system, interact with Lumabot's intuitive put-to-light technology, and test the user-friendly Pyxis Point™ wearable devices. The demonstrations will showcase how Pyxis Conductor™ directs operations in real time, transforming traditional fulfillment processes into agile and efficient systems. CEO Lance VandenBrook emphasized that the future of fulfillment lies not in adding more automation but in creating a cohesive system that integrates people, robots, and workflows seamlessly. The Lumabot AMR, guided by Pyxis Conductor, represents the latest advancements in technology, offering enhanced speed and agility in dynamic environments. As demand grows for flexible, software-driven fulfillment models, Onward Robotics is positioned to lead the shift from fragmented automation to a unified platform. Attendees are encouraged to visit the booth to explore how the Pyxis Suite can be customized to meet their operational needs. For more details, interested parties can visit onwardrobotics.com/modex26.
