300 Below

What 300 Below does

300 Below is a privately held commercial cryogenic tempering services company founded in 1966 in Detroit, Michigan and now headquartered in Decatur, Illinois. The firm treats metal components by freezing them to -300°F using liquid nitrogen vapor in a computer-controlled process that regulates temperature to 1/10th of a degree, optionally followed by a triple heat tempering cycle ascending to +325°F. The treatment permanently realigns molecular structures, which the company claims extends metal component life up to 600% based on independent military-funded research. 300 Below holds US Patent #5,865,913 covering cryogenic processing of gun barrels and operates as an ITAR-compliant organization with a Federal Firearms License.

The company's revenue model spans five streams: (1) toll cryogenic processing services performed at company facilities with a typical 72-hour turnaround and quote-based pricing with a $125 minimum; (2) sales of custom-built cryo-processors for on-site use with licensing of treatment profiles and on-site training; (3) international firearms export through authorized representatives; (4) specialty chemicals sold in bulk, including the Pristine, Slip Mist, Pure Scrub, and ScrubPOW brands; and (5) licensing royalties from operators using its proprietary technology and profiles. 300 Below serves at least ten verticals, with primary focus on industrial manufacturing/tooling, vehicle fleets, and firearms/defense, and secondary focus on aerospace, motorsports, energy infrastructure, healthcare/medical devices, musical instruments, railroads, and oil & gas. Treatment profiles are specified by name at NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense, and 300 Below is a DoD/USAF SBIR Phase 1 and Phase 2 recipient.

The company operates regional hubs in the U.S. (Decatur, Brooklyn), India (Durgapur), and the Czech Republic (Most), with its proprietary equipment installed in 30+ countries and over 100 operations established globally. As of June 2014, processing capacity reached 7.68 million pounds per year, and the company markets its services through a direct sales motion with an unconditional money-back guarantee.

Name

300 Below

Legal name

300 Below, Inc.

Website

https://300below.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

300 Below is a privately held, 1966-founded commercial cryogenic tempering firm that freezes metal components to -300°F to permanently extend part life, serving manufacturers, defense/aerospace agencies (NASA, DoD), vehicle fleets, firearms makers, and medical/energy/rail customers across 30+ countries via direct service, equipment sales, and licensing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cryogenic Processing Services

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHAEAI

Industrial Gas & Air Separation Equipment (ASU, PSA, Cryogenic Systems)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Process & Industrial Plant Equipment

SECONDARYIMAHAKAE

Chillers & Cooling Plant Equipment

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Refrigeration, HVAC & Thermal Equipment

Keywords

• Cryogenic processing services
• Deep cryogenic treatment
• Metal heat treatment
• Industrial cryogenic tempering
• Cryogenic process equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Decatur

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Cryogenic Processing Services: One-time cryogenic processing treatment for metal components that permanently improves their durability and performance. Processing is done at their facilities with typical 72-hour turnaround. Services include cryogenic tempering, metal enhancement, and stress relief treatments for various industries.
2. Cryogenic Processing Equipment Sales: Sale of custom-built cryogenic processors (cryo-processors) that can be configured to meet customer needs. Equipment is built-to-order with no extra inventory carried. Deposits are non-refundable as they cover raw materials. Includes on-site training and ongoing support.
3. Firearms Export: 300 Below exports firearms worldwide in addition to their cryogenic processing services. All international firearms export transactions go through authorized representatives listed with each purchase order.
4. Specialty Chemical Products: Sale of Pristine non-toxic cleaning solutions and Slip Mist lubrication products in bulk to industrial customers. Physical products are shipped with up to 21-day fulfillment time. Consumer retail sales are handled through point of purchase.
5. Licensing Opportunities: Licensing of cryogenic processing process and technology to allow businesses to implement the process in-house using 300 Below's proprietary equipment and treatment profiles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

300 Below is the world's first and oldest commercial cryogenic tempering company (founded 1966), providing deep cryogenic processing services at -300°F to enhance the wear resistance, durability, and dimensional stability of metal components, tooling, and other materials for industrial and consumer customers. In addition to its fee-based cryogenic treatment services, the company designs and sells its own line of cryogenic processing equipment and a range of specialty chemical products (cleaning and lubrication solutions) under its own brand.

Product overview

300 Below offers a portfolio of cryogenic processing services and related products. The core offering is cryogenic treatment services that freeze metal components to -300°F to realign molecular structures, extending part lifespan up to 600%. The company operates proprietary Cryo-Processors and sells this equipment to businesses wanting on-site capability. Key products include Cryo Rotor™ brake rotors (proprietary treated rotors), firearms for export, and specialty treatments for musical instruments and optics. Supporting products include Pristine Cleaning Solution, Slip Mist Lubrication, and Pure Scrub cleaning products. The company also exports firearms worldwide and licenses its cryogenic processing equipment internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cryo Rotor: Proprietary cryogenically treated brake rotors that last up to 250% longer
• Cryo Rotor TruBlue
• Cryogenic Tempering
• Cryogenic Processing
• Pristine
• Slip Mist
• Pure Scrub
• ScrubPOW

Products and services

• Cryogenic Processing Services (Deep Cryogenic Treatment at -300°F) Deep cryogenic processing of metal components, tooling, firearms, musical instruments, automotive parts, and other materials at -300°F to enhance wear resistance, hardness, dimensional stability, and service life. The process is performed in the company's proprietary Cryo-Processor with computer-controlled slow ramp, soak, and slow return cycles and is offered with a money-back guarantee.
• Cryo-Processor Equipment
• Cryo Rotor Brake Rotors
• Firearms for U.S. Export
• Pristine Cleaning Solution
• Slip Mist Lubrication Products
• Pure Scrub Cleaning Product
• ScrubPOW Cleaning Product

Quantifiable outcome

• Metals last up to 600% longer with cryogenic processing (independent military-funded research)
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Harcros ChemicalsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 August 2014300 Below collaborated with Harcros Chemicals at Millikin University for collaborative chemistry research experiments. This partnership focused on industrial manufacturing getting cleaner and greener through research experimentation.
• Millikin UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 August 2014Host institution for collaborative chemistry research experiment between 300 Below and Harcros Chemicals. Partnership aimed at exploring cleaner and greener industrial manufacturing processes.
• Midwest Inland Port & Intermodal FacilitycoreOthers · 30 June 2014300 Below headquarters located 100 yards from the Midwest Inland Port & Intermodal (Rail <-> Semi Transfer) Facility, providing strategic logistics advantages for shipping to either coast.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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