Apolloan Services — Hardware Sourcing
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What We Offer

Our Services

End-to-end AI hardware sourcing, robotics components, and Hong Kong localization support — for builders, researchers, and startups worldwide.

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AI Hardware

Perception & Compute, Ready to Integrate

From vision sensors to edge AI processors, we source and supply the full stack of AI hardware components that power modern robotics perception systems.

AI Hardware

Image Sensors & Vision

High-resolution CMOS image sensors, global shutter modules, wide-angle and telephoto lens assemblies optimized for robotics perception pipelines.

AI Processors

Edge NPU chips, SoC modules, and AI accelerator boards from leading suppliers — supporting TensorRT, ONNX, and custom model deployment.

Microphone Arrays

Circular and linear microphone array modules with integrated DSP for voice wake-word detection, far-field capture, and noise cancellation.

Wireless Modules

Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.x combo modules, 4G/5G cellular modems, and UWB positioning modules for robust real-time robot communications.

Storage Solutions

eMMC, UFS, and industrial-grade flash storage options — selected for extended temperature range and high write-cycle endurance in field robots.

PCB / PCBA

Custom PCB design support, prototype fabrication, and full PCBA turnkey services through our vetted Hong Kong manufacturing network.

Typical Use Cases

Humanoid robot vision and perception systemsMobile robot navigation and SLAM modulesEdge AI inference boxes for industrial armsSmart speaker and voice-interface robots
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Service 02

Robotics Component

Motion, Force & Control — Fully Sourced

The mechanical and electronic building blocks of any moving robot. We supply precision actuators, sensors, and control hardware at scale from China's top robotics suppliers.

Robotics Component

Joint Modules & Actuators

Integrated joint modules with built-in encoder, reducer, and motor driver. Harmonic drive and planetary gearbox variants available for both light and heavy-duty DOF.

Motors & Servos

Brushless DC motors, coreless servo motors, and hollow-shaft designs suited for robot arm joints, leg actuators, and gripper assemblies.

Reducers & Transmissions

Harmonic drives, cycloidal reducers, and planetary gearboxes with low backlash specifications — from compact finger joints to full-torque hip actuators.

End Effectors & Encoders

Dexterous grippers, adaptive hands, tactile fingertip sensors, and magnetic / optical encoders for closed-loop position feedback.

High-Performance Sensors

LiDAR (2D/3D), RGB-D cameras, 6-axis IMUs, ultrasonic proximity sensors, and 6-axis force/torque sensors for contact-aware manipulation.

Control & Communication

EtherCAT master boards, CAN bus controllers, real-time motor driver boards, and ROS 2-compatible control modules for full robot system integration.

Typical Use Cases

Full humanoid robot leg and arm assembliesCollaborative robot (cobot) joint upgradesLegged robot actuator sourcing and prototypingCustom end-effector and gripper development
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Service 03

Localization Support

Hong Kong Gateway, Global Reach

We are your team on the ground. Apolloan removes every friction point between your ideas and China's manufacturing ecosystem — from supplier negotiation to final shipment.

Localization Support

Factory Access

Direct introductions to vetted Hong Kong and China manufacturers — skipping Alibaba and trading companies to get you to the actual production floor.

Cost Optimization

Local pricing intelligence, BOM cost-down reviews, and multi-supplier bidding coordination to ensure you get the best unit economics from day one.

Communication Bridge

Bilingual technical communication with factories, engineers, and quality inspectors — so nothing gets lost in translation on tolerances, materials, or schedules.

Design & Prototyping

Industrial design consultation, DFM reviews, rapid 3D printing, CNC machining, and sheet metal prototyping through our local partner network.

Quality Assurance

On-site QC inspection, incoming material testing, and first-article reports — ensuring every batch meets your spec before it ships.

Logistics & Shipping

Export documentation support, customs classification guidance, and freight consolidation for air and sea shipments from Hong Kong to anywhere in the world.

Typical Use Cases

International robotics startups entering China supply chainUniversity labs sourcing hardware for research robotsSeries A companies scaling from prototype to mass productionMakers needing one-stop hardware procurement support

How It Works

From Idea to Delivery

A simple, transparent four-step process that gets your hardware from concept to your door — with Apolloan managing every step from Hong Kong.

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Share Your Requirements

Tell us what you're building — component specs, quantities, timeline, and target cost. A quick email or call is all it takes to get started.

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We Source & Evaluate

Our team taps into the Hong Kong network to identify qualified suppliers, request samples, and evaluate technical fit against your requirements.

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Samples & Prototyping

We coordinate sample shipments and rapid prototyping, providing bilingual technical reports and any design iteration support needed.

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Production & Delivery

Once approved, we manage the production timeline, on-site QC, and logistics — delivering components to your door anywhere in the world.

Why Choose Us

Apolloan vs. Going It Alone

Sourcing robotics hardware without a dedicated local partner costs you time, money, and quality. Apolloan eliminates every friction point from Hong Kong — from first quote to final delivery.

Aspect
Without Apolloan
With Apolloan
Supplier Access
Browsing Alibaba with no factory vetting
Direct intros to 1,200+ vetted Hong Kong & China manufacturers
Communication
Language barriers, mistranslated specs, lost emails
Bilingual Apolloan engineers on every call and email
Cost
Trading company markup + hidden fees, no BOM transparency
Factory-direct pricing, BOM cost-down reviews, zero hidden fees
Speed
Weeks of back-and-forth just to get a quote
24h response, same-week sampling via Apolloan's supply network
Quality Control
No visibility until damaged parts arrive at your door
Apolloan on-site QC inspection before every shipment
Prototyping
Expensive overseas tooling and 6-week lead times
Local Hong Kong 3D print, CNC & PCBA turnkey in days
Scale
Finding a new supplier every time you change quantities
One Apolloan relationship from 5 units to 5,000+
Logistics
Figuring out customs, freight, and HS codes yourself
End-to-end shipping management from Hong Kong to your door

What Builders Say

Trusted by Teams Worldwide

"Apolloan cut our sensor sourcing timeline from 6 weeks to under 10 days. Having someone on the ground in Hong Kong who speaks the language — both technically and literally — is invaluable for any hardware team."

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Alex M.

CTO, Humanoid Robotics Startup · Berlin

"We spent months trying to source actuators for our bipedal robot. Apolloan connected us with three qualified Hong Kong suppliers in under a week — all with competitive pricing and proper technical specs."

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Sarah L.

Lead Hardware Engineer · San Francisco

"The PCBA prototyping turnaround was incredible. DFM feedback within hours, boards in hand within days. Apolloan's supply chain depth in Hong Kong is something you simply can't replicate remotely."

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Kenji T.

Senior Research Engineer · Tokyo University

Why Hong Kong

The World's Best Place to Source Robotics Hardware

Hong Kong isn't just a convenient address — it's a strategic advantage. As Apolloan's home base, it gives your hardware project access to speed, depth, and trust that no other city can match.

0%

Import Tariff on Most Hardware

< 1hr

to Shenzhen Factory District

#3

World's Busiest Air Cargo Hub

1,200+

Vetted HK & GBA Suppliers

Asia-Pacific Trade Gateway

Hong Kong's free-port status means zero tariffs on most goods, streamlined customs clearance, and one of the world's busiest air-cargo hubs — your hardware moves faster.

World-Class Financial Hub

USD-pegged currency, transparent trade finance, and internationally recognised contracts mean zero FX surprises and rock-solid legal protection for every PO.

Bilingual Business Culture

English is an official language. Apolloan's Hong Kong-based engineers bridge Western design standards and Chinese manufacturing realities with zero lost-in-translation moments.

Logistics Superconnector

Same-day courier to Shenzhen factories, overnight air to Tokyo or Singapore, and direct ocean freight globally — Hong Kong sits at the centre of Asia's logistics web.

Rigorous IP Protection

Common Law IP framework aligned with international standards. Your designs, NDA clauses, and trade secrets are protected under a system global investors trust.

Proximity to Manufacturing Depth

Minutes from the Pearl River Delta — home to 80% of the world's electronics component makers. Apolloan's supply chain reachability is unmatched anywhere on earth.

Hong Kong Victoria Harbour skyline

Based in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Let Hong Kong Work for Your Hardware Project

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Client Stories

What Our Partners Say

1–3 / 6

We needed actuators and joint modules for a humanoid prototype — fast. Apolloan connected us with three Hong Kong suppliers within 48 hours. The sourcing speed alone saved us two months of runway.

2-month faster to prototype
Marcus Leiter

Marcus Leiter 🇩🇪

CTO, Velox Robotics

Robotics Component

Language barrier was a real problem with Chinese suppliers. Apolloan's localization team bridged every communication gap and negotiated pricing we couldn't get on our own. Game changer.

38% BOM cost reduction
Yuki Tanaka

Yuki Tanaka 🇯🇵

Head of Hardware, Sora Machines

China Localization

From first contact to first delivery was under three weeks. The AI processors and sensor arrays we sourced through Apolloan were exactly to spec — no surprises, no customs headaches.

First delivery in 19 days
Daniel Osei

Daniel Osei 🇺🇸

Founder, Kibo Systems

AI Hardware

120+

Teams Served

34

Countries

98%

Repeat Rate

4.9★

Avg. Rating

Pricing

Simple, Transparent Tiers

No hidden fees. No lock-in. Pick the engagement level that fits your stage — upgrade anytime as your project scales.

Starter

From $500

per sourcing engagement

Perfect for prototype validation and small-batch sampling

  • Up to 3 component categories
  • Hong Kong & China supplier matching
  • Sample procurement (1–20 units)
  • Bilingual supplier communication
  • Basic QC inspection
  • DHL / FedEx delivery coordination
  • Email support (48h response)
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Custom PCBA design support
  • NDA-protected supplier agreements
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Most Popular

Partner

From $2,000

per project engagement

For startups and research teams moving from prototype to production

  • Unlimited component categories
  • Priority supplier matching (48h)
  • Production quantities (5–500 units)
  • Dedicated sourcing manager
  • Full QC inspection + report
  • NDA-protected supplier agreements
  • PCBA design-for-manufacturing review
  • Freight forwarding + customs support
  • WhatsApp / Slack direct access
Request a Quote

Enterprise

Custom

based on scope & volume

Full-stack supply chain partnership for scaling teams

  • Everything in Partner
  • Dedicated on-site Hong Kong team
  • Scale to 5,000+ units per run
  • Multi-factory procurement strategy
  • Ongoing inventory management
  • Supplier audit & compliance
  • Quarterly business reviews
  • Custom SLA & contract terms
  • Priority emergency sourcing
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Not sure which tier fits?

Tell us what you're building and we'll recommend the right engagement level. No commitment required.

Let's Talk

All tiers include a free 20-minute scoping call · No credit card required · Cancel anytime

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Tell Us What You're Building

Whether you need a single prototype component or a full production run, drop us your requirements and we'll connect you with the right Hong Kong suppliers, engineers, and logistics partners — within 24 hours.

24h Response

Our sourcing team reviews every inquiry within one business day.

Confidential

Your project details are never shared without explicit permission.

Global Shipping

We handle logistics from Hong Kong to anywhere in the world.

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