A laser projection system maps layout plans directly onto jobsite surfaces to guide finishing trades with sub-2mm accuracy.
Tel Aviv, September 7, 2025
LightYX, a Tel Aviv–based construction technology startup, closed an $11 million Series A round led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, supported by multiple investors and prior government grants totaling $3.3 million. The financing will accelerate U.S. expansion, European partnerships, product development and manufacturing for its electro‑optical laser projection system that maps plans directly onto floors, walls and ceilings. The system uses optical engineering, real‑time vision and AI plan recognition to deliver sub‑2mm accuracy, reduce rework in finishing trades, and integrate into contractor workflows. The company reports deployments across hundreds of U.S. projects covering more than 25 million square feet.
LightYX, a Tel Aviv, Israel-based construction technology startup, has closed an $11 million Series A funding round. The financing is led by NOVA by Saint-Gobain, the venture arm of Saint-Gobain, with participation from Yachad Capital Partners (U.S.-headquartered), Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures, and a network of private backers from Israel and abroad with ties to real estate and construction. In addition to fresh capital, the company has secured six grants from the Israel Innovation Authority totaling $3.3 million since inception. Together, the new funding and grants are described as creating a strong foundation to accelerate growth and expand into global markets.
The round combines private capital with public support to propel product development and market reach. LightYX positions the funding as a means to scale operations in the United States and broaden partnerships in Europe, while continuing to build a pipeline with contractors, subcontractors, and distribution partners in the construction sector.
LightYX develops a proprietary electro‑optical / laser projection system designed to project construction plans directly onto jobsite surfaces, including floors, ceilings, and walls. The system is distinguished by its sub‑two‑millimeter accuracy (described in the release as 1/16‑inch or under 2 millimeters). The platform supports continuous scanning of the environment and real‑time adjustment of projections to reflect changing field conditions. Core technology elements include optical engineering, real‑time vision, and AI‑based plan recognition, all designed to bridge the gap between design intent and on‑site execution.
Since deployment, LightYX has supported several hundred projects in the United States, covering more than 25 million square feet of layout work. The system is used by dozens of U.S. contractors and subcontractors and partners with leading construction distributors to integrate laser layout into daily workflows. Targeted use cases emphasize late/finishing phases where layout precision is critical to avoid delays and rework, with explicit emphasis on drywall and MEP installation as beneficiaries. Project footprints and on‑site benefits are framed as improving speed, quality, and compliance across layouts for walls, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installations.
The company aims to expand its presence in the United States and forge new partnerships across Europe, while scaling aggressively in both the U.S. and European markets. The growth plan targets more than 3x growth by 2026, supported by accelerated product development, enhanced system capabilities, and deeper integration into construction workflows. LightYX also signals an ongoing intellectual property portfolio growth with several registered patents, positioning the firm as a pioneer in on‑site laser projection technology.
Founders and leaders named in the release include Guy Ben‑Romano (CEO and Co‑Founder), Tomer Elran (GM of U.S. Operations and Co‑Founder), and Uri Yehuday (CTO and Co‑Founder). A board member from Saint‑Gobain is highlighted as Pierre‑Emmanuel Thiard, CEO of Saint‑Gobain Ecophon, described in the release as a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction. NOVA by Saint‑Gobain is identified as the venture arm and lead investor in the round, underscoring strategic backing from Saint‑Gobain’s broader construction ecosystem. The round’s participants include multiple investors with ties to real estate and construction, strengthening LightYX’s market access and implementation pathways.
Looking ahead, LightYX plans to accelerate product development and enhance system capabilities, with a focus on deeper workflow integration into construction projects. Additional roadmaps include expanding deployment capacity, strengthening partnerships with contractors and distributors, and pursuing broader adoption of laser projection as a standard on job sites. The company frames its technology as aligning with a broader digitization and automation trend in construction, offering a tool that improves layout speed, accuracy, and workforce confidence.
The investment supports U.S. expansion, deeper relationships with customers, and new partnerships to accelerate growth in Europe. It also funds accelerated product development, better integration into existing construction workflows, and scaling of operations to support a growing project portfolio.
The company closed an $11 million Series A led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, with additional participation from several investors.
LightYX has received six grants totaling $3.3 million from the Israel Innovation Authority since inception.
The core technology combines electro‑optical laser projection, continuous environmental scanning, real‑time projection adjustment, and AI‑based plan recognition to project construction layouts with high precision.
The technology has been deployed across several hundred U.S. projects, covering more than 25 million square feet of layout work.
The company plans to expand in the United States, forge partnerships in Europe, accelerate product development, and scale operations to support greater market adoption.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Company | LightYX, a construction technology startup focused on laser projection for jobsite layouts, headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel. |
| Technology | Proprietary electro‑optical / laser projection system with sub‑2mm accuracy, real‑time scanning, and AI‑based plan recognition. |
| Funding | $11 million Series A led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain; other investors include Yachad Capital Partners, Shibumi International, Somersault Ventures, and private backers. |
| Grants | Six grants from the Israel Innovation Authority totaling $3.3 million. |
| Applications | Projects rely on laser projection to guide drywall and MEP installations, with projections for walls, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing layouts. |
| Deployment Scale | Deployed across several hundred U.S. projects, covering >25 million square feet of layout work. |
| Market Focus | Strategic expansion in the United States and Europe; scaling operations to support global adoption. |
| IP & Leadership | Multiple patents; founders are Guy Ben‑Romano (CEO), Tomer Elran (GM U.S. Operations), and Uri Yehuday (CTO); board member from Saint‑Gobain. |
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