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KMLabs
Develops ultra-fast lasers used at labs
About KMLabs
KMLabs operates in the advanced laser technology sector, specializing in ultrafast laser and x-ray science. The company is renowned for pioneering sub-10 femtosecond (fs) lasers and coherent Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) sources. KMLabs' core products include tabletop ultrafast laser sources that cover a spectrum from Vacuum Ultraviolet (VUV) to soft X-ray, specifically in the 1 to 200 nm range, with femtosecond to attosecond timescales. These products are essential for imaging nanostructures and nanomaterials, making them highly valuable for research and development in various scientific fields. KMLabs serves a diverse clientele, including academic institutions, research laboratories, and industries focused on nanotechnology and material science. The company operates on a business model that combines direct sales of its advanced laser systems with ongoing support and customization services. Revenue is generated through the sale of these high-tech laser systems and associated services. KMLabs continues to push the boundaries of technological advancements in ultrafast laser sources, maintaining a strong focus on research and development to stay ahead in the market.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 1994
- Headquarters
- Boulder, United States
- Employees
- 26
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 76.6/100
- Industry
- Media
- Sub-industry
- Content production
- Sector
- Consumer Services, Commerce, Laser Technology, Arts & Culture, Cooling Tech, Hard Tech
- Technology
- Artificial Intelligence, 3D Technology, Big Data, Computer Vision
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Apr 2018 | $12M | $49M | Intel Capital · Colorado Impact Fund | — |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Jul 2016 | $6.7M | $27M | Colorado Impact Fund · Intel Capital | — |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for KMLabs is 36K monthly website visits, down 23.4% over the last three months. KMLabs's team declined 3.7% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed1 investor entered at this stage
US National Science Foundation
Series A2 investors entered at this stage
Intel Capital
Colorado Impact Fund
Other known investors2 additional known investors
Intel Corporation
Small Business Innovation Research
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