
Rugged Robotics is a Houston-based company that modernizes construction layout processes through robotic automation. They offer a full-service layout solution, utilizing their proprietary robotic platform, Mark1, to print precise, life-size interior layouts directly onto concrete floors. This service transforms digital design data from CAD models into actionable floor layouts, significantly speeding up project timelines and improving installation accuracy. Their approach aims to empower construction crews by handling the detailed layout work, allowing teams to focus on their core tasks, thereby boosting overall project efficiency and quality. They emphasize a full-service model, meaning they manage the entire process from file preparation to printing, minimizing risks and learning curves for their clients.

Rugged Robotics is a Houston-based company that modernizes construction layout processes through robotic automation. They offer a full-service layout solution, utilizing their proprietary robotic platform, Mark1, to print precise, life-size interior layouts directly onto concrete floors. This service transforms digital design data from CAD models into actionable floor layouts, significantly speeding up project timelines and improving installation accuracy. Their approach aims to empower construction crews by handling the detailed layout work, allowing teams to focus on their core tasks, thereby boosting overall project efficiency and quality. They emphasize a full-service model, meaning they manage the entire process from file preparation to printing, minimizing risks and learning curves for their clients.
What they do: Robotic, full-service on-site printing of precise building layouts (Mark1) onto concrete floors
Business model: Robots-as-a-service / full-service layout (Rugged-operated on-site)
Founding: Founded by Derrick J. Morse and Logan Farrell
Funding: Raised a $9.4M Series A in March 2022; total disclosed funding ≈ $12M
Construction layout and interior buildout accuracy/productivity
Construction technology
2500000.00
Seed round disclosed in 2019
9400000.00
Series A announced March 23, 2022
“Led by BOLD Capital Partners and Brick & Mortar Ventures with participation from additional strategic and venture investors”