Dominus Foundry Launches Forge: A Unified AI Operating System for the Trades
The commercial contracting industry has long struggled with a fragmented “tech stack,” where teams juggle multiple disconnected tools for estimating, project management, and invoicing. Dominus Foundry is attempting to solve this inefficiency with the launch of Forge, a vertical SaaS platform designed to act as a comprehensive operating system for trades including roofing, solar, HVAC, and security integration.
- Unified Workflow: Forge replaces fragmented tools like ServiceTitan, D-Tools, and ProjX360.
- LiDAR Integration: Uses iPhone and iPad LiDAR for real-time 3D spatial modeling and automated design.
- Hyperion Intelligence: A patent-pending engine that generates bills of materials and proposals in minutes.
- Flat-Rate Pricing: Unlike competitors, Forge offers unlimited users without per-tech fees.
Eliminating the “Soft-Cost” Gap with Spatial Intelligence
One of the most significant bottlenecks in commercial contracting is the time elapsed between a site visit and a signed contract. Dominus Foundry addresses this via Hyperion Spatial Intelligence, a technology backed by over 16 provisional patent filings.
Instead of relying on outdated aerial imagery or manual takeoffs, technicians employ the built-in LiDAR sensors on standard iOS devices to capture “ground-truth” geometry. This process allows a salesperson to walk a building and generate a complete system design, bill of materials, and client-ready proposal in approximately 10 minutes, often before leaving the job site.
A Comprehensive Ecosystem: Forge, Torch, and Treasury
Dominus Foundry has structured its offering into three interconnected products to cover the entire business lifecycle:
Forge™: Operations and Design
Forge focuses on the “Design, Build, Manage” phase. It handles project management, dispatch, AI-powered estimation via Hyperion, compliance, and financial tracking. It’s specifically built for commercial trades rather than being adapted from residential tools.
Torch™: Communication and Fleet
Torch manages the logistics of the field. It provides VoIP and SMS capabilities, AI-driven call summaries, and real-time GPS fleet intelligence with geofencing for clock-in/out verification.
Treasury™: Financial Management
Treasury handles the complexities of trade payroll, including certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, union rates, and per-project labor costing.
Industry Verticals and Rollout Strategy
Forge went live on April 8, 2026, with its first commercial customer, All Weather Roofing in Albuquerque, Latest Mexico. While the commercial roofing vertical is currently shipping, the company has a strategic roadmap for expansion:
- Commercial Roofing: Currently available, focusing on pitch analysis and material takeoff.
- Commercial Solar: Rolling out later in 2026, adding array layout and shading analysis.
- AV, Security, and Low Voltage: Planned follow-up verticals for security integrators and AV professionals.
Comparing the Forge Approach to Legacy Tools
| Feature | Legacy Workflow | Forge Workflow |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement | Manual takeoffs or old aerial data | Real-time iPad/iPhone LiDAR |
| Tooling | Multiple apps (CRM, Estimating, Payroll) | Single unified platform |
| Pricing | Per-user/Per-tech fees | Flat-rate, unlimited users |
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware is required to use Forge?
Forge runs on standard iPad and iPhone hardware that includes built-in LiDAR sensors.
Which existing software does Forge replace?
The platform is designed to replace a combination of D-Tools, ServiceTitan, ProjX360, ConnectWise, and manual spreadsheets.
How does the pricing model operate?
Forge utilizes a flat-rate pricing model ranging from $599 to $2,999 per month for the operations platform, specifically avoiding the per-user fees common among its competitors.
Looking Ahead
By compressing the project lifecycle from initial scan to final invoice into a single governed workflow, Dominus Foundry is positioning Forge not just as a tool, but as the foundational infrastructure for modern commercial contractors. As the platform expands into solar and AV verticals, the integration of spatial intelligence and automated compliance could set a new standard for efficiency in the trades.
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