Galileo Wheel Overview
Galileo Wheel develops and manufactures CupWheel, an airless industrial tire technology designed to function like tracks. Featuring concave sidewalls and an elongated footprint, the design provides high durability, reduces the risk of getting stuck, and withstands extreme loads without damage. The technology is applied across various use cases, including irrigation systems (IrriCup), construction equipment (SkidCup), and agricultural machinery (AgriCup). By minimizing maintenance, improving fuel efficiency, and enhancing traction, Galileo Wheel supports more efficient and reliable operation in agriculture and construction environments.
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$8.0MMay 2024
$8.0MOct 2022
Latest News
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Galileo Wheel Achieves URS Certification for Off-Road Tires
Galileo Wheel has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, validating its quality management system for developing off-road tires. This certification, valid through May 21, 2026, highlights the companys compliance with international quality standards. CEO Armin Schon emphasizes that this milestone demonstrates Galileo Wheels commitment to quality and enhances customer confidence as the company expands its market presence and develops new tire solutions. The companys products, including the IrriCup, SkidCup, and Agricup tires, feature patented CupWheel technology, offering track-like performance and durability. The certification is expected to bolster Galileo Wheels reputation and market position.
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Galileo Wheel Achieves International ISO 9001:2015 Certification | AgriTechTomorrow
Galileo Wheel, known for its innovative CupWheel tire technology, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, validating its quality management system for off-road tire development. This certification underscores the companys commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction, enhancing its reputation in the agricultural and industrial sectors. The certification is valid through May 21, 2026, and covers the companys entire scope of off-road tire development activities. Galileo Wheels products, such as the IrriCup, SkidCup, and Agricup tires, are designed to offer superior performance and reliability, compatible with major equipment brands. The certification is expected to bolster customer confidence and support the companys market expansion.
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Galileo Wheel introduces airless SkidCup skid steer tires
Galileo Wheel Becomes John Deere Financial Merchant to Make Cost-Saving Tire Solutions More Accessible
| Sector | Agriculture & Food Technologies |
Funding
| Total funding | $8M |
| Last funding | $8M |
| Stage | C |
| Rounds | 2 |
| Investors | 2 |
Team Members
3
Employees: 11-50
Web & Social Links
| Website | www.galileowheel.com |
Locations
Caesarea, Israel
York, PA 17405, USA
Photos & Videos
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Galileo Wheel Business
Business models
B2G, B2B
Product stage
Released
Employees
11-50
Sector
Agriculture & Food TechnologiesAg TechFarm Equipment & TreatmentIndustrial TechnologiesTarget Customer
Transportation & LogisticsTransportation InfrastructureIndustrial ManufacturingIndustrial EquipmentAgriculture & FoodCore Technology
—Tags (10)
irrigationfuel-efficiencyautomotivemachineryconstructionagtechmaterialsagribusinessrubberindustrial-technologiesSolutions
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Use Cases
Galileo SkidCupGalileo IrriCupGeographic Markets
GlobalGalileo Wheel Financials
$8M
Total funding
Undisclosed
Capital raised
$8M
Last funding
C
Funding stage
2
Total rounds
2
Investors
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$8.0MMay 2024
$8.0MOct 2022
Private Equity Funding
C Round
May 2024
$8M
Stine Seed Company
Undisclosed Round
Oct 2022
Undisclosed
Marubeni Ventures
Galileo Wheel Lifecycle
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time
$8.0MMay 2024
$8.0MOct 2022
All Events
C Round
May 2024
$8M
Stine Seed Company
Undisclosed Round
Oct 2022
Undisclosed
Marubeni Ventures
Galileo Wheel News
16 articles
growth-positive
Galileo Wheel Achieves URS Certification for Off-Road Tires
Galileo Wheel has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, validating its quality management system for developing off-road tires. This certification, valid through May 21, 2026, highlights the companys compliance with international quality standards. CEO Armin Schon emphasizes that this milestone demonstrates Galileo Wheels commitment to quality and enhances customer confidence as the company expands its market presence and develops new tire solutions. The companys products, including the IrriCup, SkidCup, and Agricup tires, feature patented CupWheel technology, offering track-like performance and durability. The certification is expected to bolster Galileo Wheels reputation and market position.
growth-positive
Galileo Wheel Achieves International ISO 9001:2015 Certification | AgriTechTomorrow
Galileo Wheel, known for its innovative CupWheel tire technology, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, validating its quality management system for off-road tire development. This certification underscores the companys commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction, enhancing its reputation in the agricultural and industrial sectors. The certification is valid through May 21, 2026, and covers the companys entire scope of off-road tire development activities. Galileo Wheels products, such as the IrriCup, SkidCup, and Agricup tires, are designed to offer superior performance and reliability, compatible with major equipment brands. The certification is expected to bolster customer confidence and support the companys market expansion.
4 Critical Factors For Startups Outsourcing Production by Armin Schon, CEO of Galileo Wheel
Galileo Wheel introduces airless SkidCup skid steer tires
Galileo Wheel Becomes John Deere Financial Merchant to Make Cost-Saving Tire Solutions More Accessible
Galileo Wheel Becomes John Deere Financial Merchant to Make Tire Solutions Accessible to Farmers | AgriTechTomorrow
Galileo Wheel launches a new airless tire for skid-steers and loaders | Landscape Management
Galileo Wheel launches SkidCup airless tires
Galileo Wheel Unveils Airless Tire
Galileo Wheel launches SkidCup airless tires
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Galileo Wheel closes $8M round led by Stine Seed Farm, Inc. of Adel, Iowa
Galileo Wheel has announced the completion of an $8 million investment round led by Stine Seed Farm. Stine Seed Farm is one of the largest privately held seed companies in the United States and has been providing corn and soybean growers with the best genetics available in the industry for over 40 years. Galileo Wheel is the owner of the innovative CupWheel tire technology, which provides off-road mobility solutions for central pivot irrigation systems, agriculture, and construction industries. The partnership between the two companies is expected to advance modern agriculture, improve crop yields, and foster a more sustainable future for farmers.
InvestmentPartners
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Marubeni partners, invests in Galileo Wheel - Tyrepress
Japanese trading firm Marubeni Corporation has entered into a strategic partnership with Israel’s Galileo Wheel Ltd., the company behind the CupWheel tyre. As part of the partnership, Marubeni has become a significant stakeholder in Galileo and will use its global sales and marketing network to distribute CupWheel tyres in multiple markets. Galileo has already begun selling tyres suited for use with centre pivot irrigation machinery and plans to expand sales for agricultural and construction machinery. Marubeni intends to support Galileo CupWheel technology with its resources and propagate the technology globally.
PartnersInvestment
Neutral
Marubeni Corporation acquired Galileo Wheel Ltd.
Marubeni Corporation is a diversified group with 12 primary business segments. These include the sale of agricultural products and related services, food products, production and distribution of oil, gas, alternative energy and electricity, production of chemicals and petrochemicals, production of metals and mineral resources, sale and financing of industrial and construction machinery and equipment, sales of consumer electronics, sale of forest products, sale of apparel, accessories, textile and lifestyle products, management and operation of aircraft and ships, development of energy production units and industrial installations, and finance and leasing.
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Parts specialist TVH - Keeps you going. TVH Parts Asia
The article highlights the global support team of a company, emphasizing their ability to offer customer support in multiple languages. The company has over 50 years of experience and has grown to have offices and distribution facilities worldwide. They provide an extensive range of parts for various industries and ensure fast delivery with 95% of orders shipped on the same day.
Customers
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With innovative tire, Israeli start-up reinvents the wheel
Israeli start-up Galileo Wheel has developed a new design for tires that aims to solve many of the problems associated with tires, especially for agricultural, industrial, and military use. The design provides better control, a wider footprint, more stability, and the ability to transform between tire and track mode. Galileo has recently designed tires for the $10 billion agriculture vehicle business and plans to enter the consumer market in the future. The tires are currently undergoing beta testing in several European countries. This innovation is considered the first real advance in tire technology in a long time.
CustomersExpand
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Four-wheel drive for wheelchairs
Israeli start-up Galileo Mobility Instruments has developed a wheelchair that offers increased freedom and independence to severely disabled individuals. The wheelchair, known as the Galileo Wheel, combines a tire and a track in one vehicle, allowing users to navigate various terrains and climb stairs unassisted. The company has received $2 million in financing from private investors and the Office of the Chief Scientist. Galileo is currently seeking a strategic investor to invest an additional $2 million in developing and marketing the wheelchair. The company is also working on other applications using its core technology, including a highly maneuverable autonomous robot and a stair climber. Galileos biggest competition in the wheelchair market is Johnson and Johnson and an Italian company called TGR.
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Galileo Wheel Team
Employee Info
| Employees (range) | 11-50 |
| Exact count | 17 |
| Team members | 3 |
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| Confidence | 92/100 |
| Missing | markets, not claimed |
| BI Verification | Natalia Golczar |
| Registrar ID | 514531656 |
| Crunchbase | galileo-wheel |
| Phone | 1-888-280-0851 |
| Creator | Yamila Silbert |
| Creator email | yamila.urwicz@gmail.com |
| Last updater | Ortal Wein |
| Updater email | ortalw@sncentral.org |
| Last update | 2024-11-13T00:00:00.000Z |
| Created | 2015-11-18T00:00:00.000Z |
| Claimed | Yes |