Building the Future of Industrial Tech

In the heart of America's manufacturing belt, AssetWatch is revolutionizing how industries maintain their critical equipment. Under CEO Brian Graham's leadership, this Ohio-based company has grown from a promising startup to a leader in AI-powered predictive maintenance, demonstrating the unique advantages of building industrial technology companies in the Midwest.

The Power of Predictive Maintenance

AssetWatch combines sophisticated sensor technology with AI-backed cloud software to monitor industrial rotating equipment - the crucial machinery that keeps manufacturing plants running. Their system helps prevent costly downtime by detecting potential issues in motors, gearboxes, pumps, fans, and compressors before they lead to failures. What sets them apart is their comprehensive approach: pairing advanced technology with insights from certified condition monitoring engineers to help manufacturers transform their maintenance programs.

Strategic Growth in the American Heartland

"We're in a great place because we're in the midwest," Graham explains. "Ohio is huge in manufacturing." This regional advantage has proven invaluable as AssetWatch scales their operations. Located in the heart of American manufacturing, they've built strong relationships throughout the state's industrial ecosystem while attracting investment from both regional and national venture firms.

Graham challenges the notion that innovative tech companies must be coastal. "If you look at Columbus alone, I could count on my hand at least half a dozen unicorns in the making or just being made in Central Ohio," he notes. The region's combination of industrial expertise, technical talent, and growing venture capital presence has created fertile ground for companies like AssetWatch.

The Future of Industrial Tech

As manufacturing becomes increasingly digitized, AssetWatch is well-positioned to lead the transformation of industrial maintenance. Their presence in Ohio's industrial heartland, combined with their innovative technology and growing national footprint, exemplifies the advantages of building technology companies in the Midwest.

For startups considering where to build and scale, AssetWatch's experience suggests that the Midwest offers unique advantages, particularly for industrial technology companies. With strong local support systems, sophisticated investment partners, and the ability to build distributed teams, companies can leverage regional strengths while building global businesses.

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