Bluefors Oy pioneers ultra-low temperature cooling systems, enabling breakthroughs in quantum computing and nanotechnology.
It was established in 2008 in Finland by Rob Blaauwgeers and Peter Vorselman who embarked on a mission at Aalto University to revolutionize ultra-low temperature cooling systems and have transformed Bluefors into a global leader in cryogenics now with a staff of over 600 people and revenues in excess of €190 million.
Bluefors secured funding for expansion through various avenues like DevCo, an investment company acting on behalf of Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment Ltd.) and from Finnvera, an early stage state-based financier. Additionally, Bluefors has benefited from grants and funding initiatives, including those from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 program.
The company understands the importance of collaboration with research institutions and universities, which often involves joint funding opportunities for specific projects. By partnering with leading academic institutions, Bluefors gains access to valuable resources and expertise but also secures additional funding to support its expansion initiatives.
Bluefors’ most notable contributions to the field is its development of dilution refrigerators, which are capable of achieving temperatures near absolute zero (-273.15°C or 0 Kelvin). These refrigerators play a crucial role in enabling the operation of quantum computers and facilitating research into exotic quantum phenomena. By providing scientists with the tools to cool materials to extremely low temperatures, Bluefors has empowered researchers to explore the fundamental properties of matter with unprecedented precision.
Bluefors Dilution Refrigerators are renowned for their reliability, with over 1 250 systems in operation worldwide. Since its introduction, the LD Dilution Refrigerator has proven itself to be the leading choice for quantum technology research and applications.
Their collaboration with leading research institutions and universities worldwide fosters an environment of knowledge exchange and partnerships. By working closely with these scientists and engineers, Bluefors seeks to ensure that its products are continually refined and optimized to meet the evolving needs of the scientific community.
Bluefors has experienced rapid growth in recent years, and has expanded its global footprint, establishing a network of sales and service centers in key scientific hubs around the world. This has enabled Bluefors to better serve its customers and strengthen its position as a leading provider of cryogenic solutions.
Bluefors faces competition from several companies in the field of cryogenics and include companies like:
- Oxford Instruments: Headquarters in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.
- Janis Research Company: Located in Woburn, Massachusetts, USA.
- Leiden Cryogenics: Based in Leiden, Netherlands.
Above photos from Bluefors – The XLDsl Cryostat & KIDE Cryogenic Platform