A new device designed to replicate the coldest environment in the universe is currently being housed at the Colorado School of Mines. The Maybell Quantum Big Fridge, a dilution refrigerator intended for quantum computing, boasts temperatures around 270 times colder than deep space and 200,000 times colder than the coldest weather ever recorded on Earth.
Quantinuum, the Broomfield-based quantum computing company, unveiled plans to open a new research and development hub in New Mexico. This site aims to advance photonics technologies, which are essential to the development of Quantinuum’s trapped ion quantum computing technologies. New Mexico has positioned itself as a leader in quantum information sciences and photonics technologies. In
Osteotec has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Westminster-based Highridge Medical to distribute spine surgery solutions in the UK. The partnership, effective Dec. 13, 2024, combines Osteotec’s established presence in the UK with Highridge Medical’s spinal products. This move aims to strengthen Osteotec’s spine product portfolio and enhance opportunities for both patient outcomes and market
Denver nonprofit group Commún has selected Lakewood’s Pinkard Construction to renovate the 39,000 square foot Machebeuf Hall on the Loretto Heights campus. The announcement was made during a press conference celebrating a $20 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, attended by community members including Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Colorado Senators John Hickenlooper and
Broomfield-based Flatiron Construction Corp. and Dragados North America have successfully integrated, creating the second largest civil engineering and construction company in North America. This integration follows the announcement of their combination in July 2024 by Dragados and Hochtief. The new entity, named FlatironDragados, is owned 61.8% by Dragados, S.A. and 38.2% by Hochtief. Javier Sevilla
Trailhead Community has announced the grand opening of its residential development in Littleton, designed for adults with developmental disabilities and active seniors. The community officially opened Nov. 1, 2024, after years of planning and development. Trailhead Community provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom condos for sale. It integrates adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) alongside
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy, has launched the Capacity Accelerator for Tribal Offshore Wind Engagement, aimed at increasing the capacity of Tribal Nations to participate in decision-making processes related to offshore wind energy. This initiative, which began on Jan. 14, will provide $7.1 million in cash awards
SHF Holdings Inc., dba Safe Harbor Financial (NASDAQ: SHFS), has surpassed $25 billion in processed cannabis-related funds through its network of partner banks. This achievement coincides with the Golden company’s 10th anniversary, highlighting its role in providing reliable financial services within the regulated cannabis industry. Sundie Seefried, CEO of Safe Harbor Financial said, “Our founding
A new quantum incubator will open in BioMed Realty’s Flatiron Park in Boulder, as part of an initiative to advance quantum technologies in the state. The facility will occupy a 13,000-square-foot space and is supported by a state tax incentive. It is being developed through a collaboration among CU Boulder, Colorado State University, the Colorado
Aramco, an energy and chemicals company based in Saudia Arabia, has partnered with CoorsTek Inc. affiliate CoorsTek Membrane Sciences to commercialize advanced metal-ceramic membrane technology. This collaboration aims to enhance pre-combustion carbon capture processes, providing a cost-effective method for reducing carbon emissions in energy-intensive industries. The partnership focuses on improving catalytic membrane reformers that integrate
Ball Corp. (NYSE: BALL) has announced a minority investment in Sweden-based packaging technology company Meadow. The partnership aims to produce fully recyclable aluminum cans as pre-filled cartridges for personal and home care products. Broomfield-based Ball will supply cans and ends that will be placed in reusable dispensers. This collaboration comes as Meadow scales up its
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) will add a new GE Vernova 3.4-megawatt wind turbine to its Flatirons Campus in Arvada, set to become operational in 2026. This turbine will be larger than the existing 1.5-megawatt turbine owned by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and will enhance NREL’s research capabilities in sustainable energy. Located