Tel Aviv, September 7, 2025
News Summary
LightYX, a Tel Aviv–based construction technology startup, closed an $11 million Series A round led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, supported by multiple investors and prior government grants totaling $3.3 million. The financing will accelerate U.S. expansion, European partnerships, product development and manufacturing for its electro‑optical laser projection system that maps plans directly onto floors, walls and ceilings. The system uses optical engineering, real‑time vision and AI plan recognition to deliver sub‑2mm accuracy, reduce rework in finishing trades, and integrate into contractor workflows. The company reports deployments across hundreds of U.S. projects covering more than 25 million square feet.
LightYX Raises $11M Series A to Scale Sub‑2mm Laser Projection System for Construction
Tel Aviv‑based construction technology startup LightYX has closed an $11 million Series A funding round led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain to scale its electro‑optical laser projection system for jobsites in the United States and Europe. The company also highlighted prior public support from the Israel Innovation Authority totaling $3.3 million across six grants, which the company says, together with the new equity, creates a strong foundation for international expansion.
What the funding will support
The new capital is earmarked to accelerate product development, broaden commercial operations, deepen customer relationships, and establish new partnerships in Europe while scaling aggressively in the U.S. LightYX plans to speed enhancements that make its system easier to integrate into contractor workflows and to expand the platform’s capabilities for complex field conditions.
Product and technical capabilities
LightYX builds and sells a proprietary electro‑optical system that projects detailed construction layouts directly onto floors, ceilings and walls. The company emphasizes continuous environmental scanning and real‑time adjustment of projected plans so that what is displayed aligns with actual field conditions. Core technical elements include optical engineering, real‑time vision processing and AI‑based plan recognition. The system is billed as achieving sub‑two‑millimeter accuracy (also described as approximately 1/16‑inch), a level the company says positions it as among the most accurate projection solutions available.
Use cases and customer validation
LightYX positions its tool primarily for late‑stage finishing work where layout precision is critical. Trades called out as immediate beneficiaries include drywall installers and MEP crews working on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Typical on‑site uses include laying out wall locations and marking specific placements for HVAC, electrical and plumbing runs. The company reports deployments across several hundred U.S. projects covering more than 25 million square feet of layout work and states it works with dozens of contractors and subcontractors, supported by partnerships with leading construction distributors.
Investors and backing
The Series A was led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, the venture arm of Saint‑Gobain. Other named participants include Yachad Capital Partners, Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures and a network of private backers from Israel and abroad with connections to real estate and construction sectors. Public innovation funding from the Israel Innovation Authority totals $3.3 million across six grants to date.
Leadership, IP and strategy
LightYX was founded and is led by a small team with backgrounds in hardware, software and construction operations. The company says it has developed its hardware and software from scratch for field teams and is building a growing portfolio of registered patents to protect its approach. Board representation includes a senior executive from Saint‑Gobain Ecophon, reflecting closer strategic ties with materials and distribution partners.
Market positioning and growth targets
LightYX frames its offering as part of a broader push to digitize and automate the construction site. By projecting plans directly on surfaces and adjusting in real time, the system is intended to reduce guesswork, lower human error rates, speed finishing phases and help maintain quality and regulatory compliance. The company is targeting more than triple growth by 2026 and aims to make precision laser projection a standard on jobsites where speed and accuracy are critical.
Roadmap and next steps
Planned next steps include rolling out product updates that improve ease of use and deeper integration with common construction software and workflows, expanding sales and service teams in the U.S., and establishing new distribution and implementation partnerships across Europe.
Context for contractors and project teams
For contractors, the technology promises a faster, more reliable way to transfer design intent to the field during finishing trades. By eliminating much manual measuring, snapping and taping tasks, the system aims to reduce rework, shorten schedules and help teams hit quality benchmarks with clearer, immediate visual guidance.
FAQ
Q: Who invested in this round?
A: The Series A was led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, with participation from Yachad Capital Partners, Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures and a group of private backers linked to real estate and construction.
Q: How accurate is the LightYX projection system?
A: The system is described as delivering sub‑two‑millimeter accuracy (about 1/16‑inch), with continuous scanning and real‑time alignment to jobsite conditions.
Q: Where is the product already used?
A: LightYX reports deployments on several hundred projects in the United States, covering more than 25 million square feet of layout work, and ongoing relationships with dozens of contractors and distributors.
Q: What trades see the most benefit?
A: Drywall and MEP trades are named as primary beneficiaries, especially during late‑stage finishing when layout precision matters most.
Q: How will the funding be used?
A: Funds are intended to support U.S. expansion, new partnerships in Europe, accelerated product development, smoother integration into workflows, and scaling of commercial operations.
Key Features at a Glance
| Feature | What it Means | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Sub‑2mm Projection Accuracy | Project precise layout marks to 1/16‑inch tolerance | Reduces rework and preserves finish quality |
| Real‑time Scanning & Adjustment | Continuously aligns projections with actual site conditions | Ensures plans reflect as‑built conditions, lowering errors |
| AI‑based Plan Recognition | Automates interpretation of digital plans for on‑site use | Speeds setup and reduces need for manual interpretation |
| Hardware + Software from Scratch | Field‑designed system combining optics and vision processing | Optimized for rugged jobsite use and construction workflows |
| Patents & IP | Registered patents and a growing IP portfolio | Provides competitive differentiation and commercial protection |
| Deployment Footprint | Several hundred U.S. projects, 25M+ sq ft of layouts | Real‑world validation and contractor adoption signals |
For more technical details and company information, visit the LightYX website.
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