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Marketplace – The Only Automation Shop with Compatibility Built-In

March 6, 2025

Marketplace – The Only Automation Shop with Compatibility Built-In

Vention’s fully integrated automation marketplace offers a fresh, more holistic approach to automation procurement, prioritizing value and reliability. It is the only platform offering curated parts discovery, which ensures that all components work seamlessly together. With over 5 million parts sold, the Marketplace is the go-to destination to procure from top brands such as FANUC, UR, ABB, Keyence, Zimmer Group, Schunk, OnRobot, and many more.

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Vention has been on a mission to democratize automation since 2016. Etienne Lacroix, Founder and CEO of Vention, realized he could leverage software and technology to productize automation, making it more accessible to everyone. While working as an engineer and integrating systems for manufacturers, he noticed added costs and time delays occurred when automation was approached on a project-by-project basis. He saw what he calls ‘orphaned machines or code,’ and distinct variances between machines, so he started Vention to address this discord. 

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