Pune, India – Quintrans, an Indian deep tech engineering startup, has successfully raised $750,000 in a pre-seed funding round. The investment was led by Capital-A, a prominent venture capital fund specializing in manufacturing and deep technology. The funding aims to advance Quintrans' development of direct-drive linear motion systems for industrial automation and robotics. ^{[1][2][3][4][5]}### Driving India's Manufacturing Future The pre-seed round, announced on December 16, 2025, also saw participation from other key investors. These included Sumeet Kabra of RR Global, SanchiConnect, and AIC-Pinnacle. Existing partner IIMA Ventures also provided continued ecosystem support, indicating strong confidence in Quintrans' vision and technology. ^{[1][2][3][4][5]}Quintrans, based in Pune, India, develops advanced electromagnetic and electromechanical linear motion components. These systems are crucial for achieving frictionless movement, high-speed performance, and micron-level precision in various industrial applications. The company's technology is designed for use in industrial automation, robotics, warehouse automation, and equipment manufacturing environments. ^{[1][2][3][4][6]}The startup was co-founded in 2021 by four engineers from MIT Pune: Pranay Luniya, Kartik Kulkarni, Aniruddha Atigre, and Prasanna Kadambi. T^[1][3][4][6]heir approach focuses on an India-led design and manufacturing model. This strategy aims to deliver cost efficiency, tailored deployments, and reliable service, positioning Quintrans as a strong "Make in India" contender in the global market. ^[1][3][4][6]Pranay Luniya, Founder and CEO of Quintrans, emphasized the company's core mission. "At Quintrans, our aim is simple: to build dependable linear motion systems here in India that industries can trust," Luniya said. "We are taking an engineering-first approach, developing the hardware and control electronics in-house so customers get a complete, integrated solution." ^[1][3][4]### Strategic Use of New Capital The newly secured capital will be strategically deployed to accelerate Quintrans' growth and operational capabilities. A significant portion of the funds will establish an in-house manufacturing and advanced testing facility in Pune. This facility is critical for scaling production and ensuring the quality of their precision components. ^[1][2][3][4]Furthermore, the investment will boost research and development efforts across electromagnetic actuation. This R&D is essential for continuous innovation and improving the performance of their linear motion systems. Quintrans also plans to build its core engineering and operations team, preparing for a broader commercial rollout of its products. ^[1][2][3][4]Capital-A, the lead investor, is India's first manufacturing-focused venture capital fund. It invests in hardware, deep tech, and climate tech startups. Since its inception in 2021, Capital-A has backed over 20 early-stage companies, providing not just capital but also operational guidance and industry networks. A^[1][7][8]nkit Kedia, Founder and Lead Investor at Capital-A, expressed his confidence in Quintrans. Kedia noted that Quintrans is one of the few young Indian teams combining strong technical expertise with practical market understanding in a space that has seen limited innovation from emerging markets. ^[3]### Addressing a Growing Market Quintrans operates in a rapidly expanding market for linear motion technology in India. In fiscal year 2022, India manufactured and sold approximately 6.8 million actuators. This number is projected to increase significantly, expected to cross 10 to 11 million units by fiscal year 2026. ^{[1][2][3][4][6]}This growth is driven by increasing demand across various sectors, including automotive, industrial automation, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), and marine applications. Q^[1][2][4][6]uintrans aims to become a significant domestic player in this market, which has historically been dominated by global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as SMC, Festo, and LinMot. T^[1][3][4]he company has set an ambitious target of producing nearly half a million actuators annually by 2030. ^[1][3][4]Quintrans' focus on integrated hardware and control electronics, developed in-house, provides customers with a complete solution. The company is also a member of MaXcel, a hardware and industrial technology accelerator jointly operated by Capital-A and SanchiConnect, further supporting its engineering-driven manufacturing solutions. T^[2][6]his strategic funding round positions Quintrans to enhance India's capabilities in precision motion technology and strengthen its deep tech ecosystem.

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