geCKo Materials

About geCKo Materials

geCKo Materials is a Munich, Germany-based startup developing gecko-inspired adhesive technology for robotic grippers and industrial automation. The technology is inspired by how real-life lizards use their feet to grip surfaces—positioned as a new form of Velcro that leaves no residue, can quickly attach and detach, and requires no electrical charge or suction. This makes it ideal for handling delicate materials in semiconductor manufacturing, electronics assembly, and other precision applications where traditional vacuum or mechanical grippers may cause damage or contamination. The company was runner-up at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 Startup Battlefield, gaining significant visibility in the tech and manufacturing communities. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, geCKo Materials revealed four new products expanding their application range. Customers include major semiconductor manufacturers TSMC, Samsung, and Intel, as well as industrial automation leader Kawasaki. The company's bio-inspired approach to gripping represents a breakthrough in handling thin, flexible, or fragile materials—addressing limitations of pneumatic, vacuum, and mechanical grippers in advanced manufacturing environments where contamination control and gentle handling are critical requirements.

Key Products & Services

Gecko Adhesive Grippers

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