FREDsense, an innovator in rapid water testing technology, has announced the successful completion of its USD $7 million Series A funding round, led by HG Ventures with participation from Emerald Technology Ventures. The company specializes in providing fast, portable testing equipment for detecting PFAS — known as “forever chemicals” — enabling customers to receive results in hours instead of weeks. FREDsense has launched the first commercially available field-based PFAS detector, which has gained traction across various sectors such as environmental consulting and services, water and wastewater treatment, energy, and general industrial operations. By eliminating lengthy lab turnaround times, FREDsense allows onsite teams to quickly identify contamination hotspots, verify cleanups, and optimize treatment processes more efficiently and at reduced costs.

“Our mission is simple: make PFAS testing fast, accessible, and actionable,” said David Lloyd, CEO of FREDsense. “With support from HG Ventures and Emerald, we’ll expand production, deepen customer support, and continue improving our product so more sites can get answers on the spot.” Ginger Rothrock, Senior Director at HG Ventures, emphasized the need for quicker solutions, stating, “Communities and companies need cleaner water, faster answers, and fewer delays. FREDsense puts lab-level insight into the hands of field teams, which is exactly what this moment requires. We’re proud to lead the round and support FREDsense as they scale.” Clayton MacDougald, Investment Director at Emerald and newly appointed FREDsense Board Member, also highlighted the significance of rapid testing: “FREDsense is bringing much-needed speed and practicality to PFAS testing. When you can get reliable results the same day, you make better decisions, finish jobs faster, and reduce costs. We’re thrilled to back this team alongside HG Ventures.”

Looking ahead, FREDsense aims to maintain long-term relevance in a critical market where PFAS issues intersect with environmental urgency, human health, regulatory enforcement, and economic opportunity. With its first-mover advantage, increasing commercial traction, and scalable business model, FREDsense presents a compelling opportunity for stakeholders in the PFAS sector who are looking for innovative tools to enhance their portfolios while addressing regulatory and customer demands.

FREDsense Technologies Corp. is a leading provider of innovative water quality testing solutions, offering field-deployable sensors that deliver fast, accurate, and reliable results. Its flagship product, FRED-PFAS™, revolutionizes the detection of PFAS and other contaminants, assisting clients in expediting remediation projects and ensuring compliance with regulations. For more information, visit www.fredsense.com.