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Chris Power is building automated factories at Hadrian
Sep 29, 2023
Chris Power, founder of Hadrian Automation, discusses building automated factories for aerospace and defense companies. Topics include private equity, decline of American manufacturing, space industry growth, and TransDime's success. Plethora's failed automation is contrasted with Hadrian's approach.
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- Hadrian Automation aims to automate the manufacturing process for aerospace parts, offering faster lead times and reduced costs.
- Chris Power's diverse career background in e-commerce, scheduling, and space industry advocacy has prepared him for the challenges of building a fast-growing industrial business.
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The Origin Story of Hadrian Automation
Hadrian Automation is a startup founded by Chris Power that aims to automate the manufacturing process for aerospace parts. The idea came from the realization that the American manufacturing supply chain is outdated and in need of improvement. Hadrian focuses on precision components for aerospace and defense tech, offering faster lead times and reduced costs. They have built two factories, with the goal of achieving a 10x speed increase and a 50% cost reduction. The company has received significant funding from investors like Founders Fund, Lux, and Andreessen Horowitz, recognizing the potential of their vision.
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