What is UICO?
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Elmhurst, IL, UICO has established itself as a leader in developing projective capacitive touch technology designed for harsh environments. The company's proprietary duraTOUCH® and duraTOUCHMT® solutions overcome critical challenges such as water, sweat, extreme temperatures, and glove usage, making them ideal for applications in autonomous vehicles, medical devices, outdoor kiosks, gaming, robotics, agriculture, and military/defense sectors. UICO offers comprehensive standard and custom solutions, including touchscreens, cover lenses, LCDs, and full bonding services, with screen sizes ranging from 1 to 65 inches. Their technology is currently deployed in hundreds of thousands of units worldwide, demonstrating a decade-long track record of reliability and innovation.
How much funding has UICO raised?
UICO has raised a total of $5.2M across 6 funding rounds:
Share Placement
$660K
Unspecified
$1.6M
Debt
$1.3M
Debt
$1M
Debt
$350K
Debt
$329K
Share Placement (2008): $660K with participation from Undisclosed
Unspecified (2009): $1.6M led by Undisclosed
Debt (2015): $1.3M supported by Undisclosed
Debt (2016): $1M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2020): $350K backed by PPP
Debt (2021): $329K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in UICO
Undisclosed Investors
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Undisclosed Investors
What's next for UICO?
The substantial enterprise-level funding and recent strategic investment signal a strong commitment to UICO's future growth and technological advancement. This capital infusion is likely to accelerate product development, expand manufacturing capabilities, and broaden market reach into new and existing demanding sectors. UICO's focus on solving complex touch interface problems in harsh conditions positions it for continued success as industries increasingly rely on robust and durable electronic solutions. The company's trajectory suggests a move towards scaling operations and solidifying its market leadership.
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