Protex AI, founded in 2021, develops artificial intelligence systems that convert existing CCTV cameras in industrial settings into real-time safety monitoring tools. The technology continuously scans warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing environments to detect unsafe behaviours, enabling intervention before accidents occur. The company reports an average 64% reduction in workplace risk within three months of deployment for its clients.
The system relies on computer vision and deep learning, processed at the edge to minimise data transfer. Automatic anonymisation is built in, addressing privacy concerns by stripping personally identifiable information from video feeds before analysis. This design reflects a stated commitment to balancing workplace safety with employee privacy.
Protex AI has raised $54 million in funding. The company's approach centres on proactive prevention rather than reactive safety measures, aiming to identify hazards and unsafe practices as they happen rather than after the fact.