Norway-founded robotics startup 1X has opened a 58,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Hayward, California. The OpenAI-backed company plans to produce 100,000 humanoid robots by the end of 2027.
1X Technologies, backed by OpenAI and other investors, is scaling production with the new California plant. The facility represents a major expansion for the startup as it moves from prototype development to mass manufacturing.
The company has been developing humanoid robots designed for physical labor tasks. With the Hayward factory, 1X is positioning itself to compete in a growing market of robotics companies pursuing similar goals.
The 100,000-unit target by 2027 signals aggressive growth plans. Meeting this production goal would require significant operational capacity and supply chain management. The California location provides access to manufacturing expertise and tech industry infrastructure.
1X joins other robotics firms and major tech companies investing heavily in humanoid robot development. The sector has attracted substantial funding as companies explore applications in warehousing, manufacturing, and other industries facing labor shortages.
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