FORT Robotics
Wireless safety systems for autonomous machines and industrial robotics.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2018
- Employees
- 52
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Samuel Reeves
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Series B · $18.9M · 2025
About
The story of FORT Robotics begins in a field far more dangerous than the average tech startup's garage. Founder Samuel Reeves spent over a decade working in landmine clearance, utilizing robotics to make the world safer. It was during this high-stakes work that Reeves identified a critical gap in the rapidly evolving world of automation: while robots were becoming smarter and more capable, the secure communications infrastructure needed to control them safely simply didn't exist. In industries like construction, agriculture, and warehousing, this lack of a dedicated safety layer posed significant risks. Driven by this realization, Reeves founded FORT Robotics in 2018 with a clear and urgent mission: to ensure that the autonomous machines of the future cause no harm. What started as a vision to protect human lives working alongside robots has grown into a comprehensive safety and security platform trusted by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Today, FORT Robotics provides the critical protective layer that allows smart machines to operate safely and securely, accelerating the adoption of automation across the globe. Their journey from landmine clearance to securing the world's autonomous fleets highlights a commitment to a future where humans and robots can collaborate without compromise.