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Flash Steelworks

Washington, US · Founded 2019 · Delaware corporation

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Flash Bainite develops Flash processing, a metallurgical technique for producing high-strength steel. The company, based in metro Detroit, focuses on steel processing research and product development.

Founders & leadership

Flash Steelworks was founded in 2019 by Gary Cola and Gary Cola Jr..

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Gary ColaCo-founder
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Gary Cola Jr.Founder and Chief Technology Officer
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Dana CogswellChief Executive Officer

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$253K disclosed across 1 round · 2019

▶$253KraisedOct 2019 · 6 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Gary ColaDirector
  • Dana CogswellExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2M
Amount sold
$253K
First sale
May 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2019
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Non-dilutive funding · 5 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. NavyNavyPhase I2020$140K
Department of EnergyPhase II2018$800K
Department of EnergyPhase II2015$1M
Department of EnergyPhase I2014$150K
Department of EnergyPhase I2014$150K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

Frequently asked questions

What does Flash Steelworks do?
Flash Bainite develops Flash processing, a metallurgical technique for producing high-strength steel. The company, based in metro Detroit, focuses on steel processing research and product development.
Who founded Flash Steelworks?
Flash Steelworks was founded by Gary Cola, Gary Cola Jr. in 2019.
How much funding has Flash Steelworks raised?
Flash Steelworks has disclosed $253K raised across 1 round.
Where is Flash Steelworks headquartered?
Flash Steelworks is headquartered in Washington, US.