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ablute_ is a hardware and software company based in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, that develops smart, self-cleaning toilets integrated with urinalysis devices for continuous health monitoring. The company's sanitary systems utilize a reusable Lab-On-a-Chip medical device to analyze urine samples and transmit diagnostic results directly to users and healthcare providers for early disease detection and daily wellness insights. Designed with a strict focus on water conservation and environmental sustainability, the proprietary hardware operates entirely without chemical detergents and consumes only 0.3 liters of water per flush. The organization targets residential consumers alongside commercial medical facilities, and it has successfully secured early financial backing from the venture capital firm Portugal Ventures. The enterprise is managed by an executive team that includes Bruno Nascimento and Hugo Ferreira, and it was established by co-founders Nuno Marujo and Carla Dias.
ablute_ has raised $120K across 1 funding round.
ablute_ has raised $120K in total across 1 funding round.
ablute_ has raised $120K across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $120K Seed in December 2020.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2020 | $120K Seed | — | Portugal Ventures | Announced |
ablute_ has raised $120K in total across 1 funding round.
ablute_'s investors include Portugal Ventures.
Absolute Technologies, Inc. is a precision manufacturing company specializing in complex machined components for the aerospace, defense, transportation, and medical industries.[3][4] Based in Anaheim, California, it operates a nearly 100,000 sq. ft. facility producing high-precision parts like drive shafts, thrust reverser components, actuation systems, landing gear, and flight control pistons, serving businesses requiring quality and on-time delivery.[3][4] With a workforce supporting these operations, the company emphasizes a "family of parts" manufacturing approach for cost-effective, high-quality output, though it faced a temporary layoff of 263 workers in late 2024 due to aerospace sector downturns from strikes at Boeing and Textron.[3]
The company generates around $12 million in revenue and has received under $5 million in funding across one round, positioning it as a established supplier rather than a high-growth startup.[3] It targets OEMs and contractors in demanding sectors where precision and reliability are critical, solving challenges in producing intricate components for aircraft systems, safety equipment, and beyond.[4]
Absolute Technologies, Inc. traces its roots to 1968 in Santa Fe Springs, California, starting as a small machine shop called D&D Gear that provided repair services for Bell Helicopter.[4][6] As demand grew in transportation and aerospace, it expanded its capabilities, evolving from basic repairs to manufacturing a wider range of precision products, leading to its rename as Absolute Technologies, Inc.[4]
In 1991, it relocated to Yorba Linda, California, for over 20 years, then moved to a larger Anaheim facility in 2013 to boost capacity and support growth alongside customers.[4] Over 45+ years, it built a reputation for quality and expedience, shifting focus to advanced sectors like aerospace and medical while maintaining a 86,000+ sq. ft. operation with dedicated manufacturing cells.[4]
Absolute Technologies rides the wave of aerospace and defense resurgence, fueled by rising global demand for commercial and military aircraft amid supply chain recoveries post-strikes and geopolitical tensions.[3] Its timing aligns with industry needs for domestic precision manufacturing, as U.S. firms seek resilient suppliers amid Boeing/Textron disruptions and pushes for onshoring.[3][4]
Market forces like technological advances in actuation and thrust systems favor its specialized cells, while expansions into medical and transportation diversify risks.[4] It influences the ecosystem by embedding reliability in critical supply chains, supporting OEMs in meeting stringent quality standards and enabling faster innovation in high-stakes hardware.[3][4]
Absolute Technologies is poised for recovery as aerospace stabilizes, potentially regaining momentum through new contracts in defense and commercial aviation.[3] Trends like advanced materials, automation in machining, and medical device growth will shape its path, with its expanded Anaheim facility enabling scale.[4]
Its influence may evolve toward deeper integration in zero-trust supply chains and hybrid manufacturing, solidifying its role as a steady precision partner rather than a flashy disruptor—much like its origins from a humble gear shop to industry mainstay.[4][6]
