About

Delivering fast, cost-effective production automation equipment, autonomous mobile robot equipment, and material handling solutions while staying true to our founding promise.

Who We Are

Delivering More,
Staying True

Element Innovation was founded to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions quickly.

We are an engineering and manufacturing company, based in Flint, MI, that specializes in custom equipment for production automation, autonomous mobile robots, and material handling. As demand for our automated material handling solutions has grown, we’ve scaled our team, facilities, and equipment to meet it while continuing to uphold our original promise. We started by serving the Metro Detroit area, then the Midwest, and have now expanded to serving the entire US and Canada.

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Our Winning Formula

Responsive Communication

Quick, clear communication keeps your project on track and moving forward.

Innovative Solutions

Our expert engineering team delivers high-quality, creative solutions tailored to your needs.

In-House Fabrication

By handling fabrication internally, we reduce lead times for both quotes and production.

What we do

We specialize in engineering and manufacturing custom solutions. Our customers have unique material handling and AMR equipment challenges that we solve. Our equipment can be designed to be compatible with any AMR or AGV brand. Current brands we’ve worked with include: MiR, OTTO, Kuka, Robotize, and AUMOVIO. Some of our biggest customers include: General Motors, Toyota, and Subaru.

 

We serve a wide range of applications, including production environments, warehouses, distribution centers, 3PL providers, intralogistics operations, and other material‑movement facilities.

Examples of what we do

  • AMR PD Stands
    • Also known as pick and drop stands, pallet stations, or pallet stands
  • Rotating PD Stands
    • PD stands that have rotational capability
  • Lifting PD Stands
    • PD stands that have lifting and lowering capability
  • AMR Carts
    • Carts that can include castors, rotating tops, fork pockets, and braking features
  • Rotating Metal Pallets
    • Metal pallets that are designed for use with both AMRs and fork trucks
  • AMR Carry Plates
    • Specialty plates that can be carried by an AMR to haul unique loads
  • AMR Carry Tooling
    • Tooling or workpieces that can be bolted directly to an AMR for hauling loads
  • Material Handling Racks
    • Custom material handling racks designed for fork truck, AMR, or AGVs

our Capabilities

Fully Integrated, End-to-End Production
Our vertically integrated process allows us to control quality, precision, and lead times at every step, with all engineering and manufacturing performed in‑house. This also ensures we can have better production lead times than those manufacturing overseas. We aim to return quotes in 1-2 days.

our 25,000 sq ft facility includes

  • Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Laser Cutting
  • Metal Bending
  • Tapping/Drilling
  • Welding/Fabrication
  • Powder Coat Painting
  • Assembly

Our Values

The Element Innovation Difference

Built on experience, powered by innovation, guided by values.

Our Values

Respect, Communication, and Integrity guide everything we do & how we work with others.

Our Mission

Become the leading North American manufacturer of material handling and AMR integration equipment through innovative solutions.

Our Approach

We combine deep manufacturing experience with fast, reliable problem-solving. We remain flexible to provide exact solutions our customers need - not rigid, off-the-shelf products. Our goal is to ensure our mobile robot equipment works seamlessly with each AMR implementation.

Testimonials

We are Trusted
by Industry Leaders

Bryan Sarkinen

Driven by a Vision

When I started Element Innovation, my mission was clear: to become the leading provider of innovative solutions for material handling and production support equipment. This commitment drives us to push the boundaries of technology through deep industry experience and a hands-on, fast-paced approach to solving complex problems. Our success is rooted in the values of Respect, Communication, and Integrity. These principles shape how we work, build relationships, and deliver lasting impact. Thank you for being part of the journey.

Bryan Sarkinen

President and Founder, Element Innovation