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Photonics Talks at Optatec 2026 Bring Pioneers and Experts Together
The next Optatec international trade fair for optical technologies, components and systems will once again bring together large numbers of optics fans from diverse industries and numerous countries at the Frankfurt Exhibition Centre from the 5th through the 7th of May, 2026. As part of a strategic partnership with SPIE/Optics.org, the “Photonics Talks” event format…
From Semiconductor Technology to Quantum Computing
The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS in Germany is a leading research institute in the area of spatial light modulators (SLMs), a technology that is of great relevance to Japan’s high-tech industries. At Photonix Japan in Tokyo, the institute will be showcasing its advanced evaluation kits. Thanks to its innovative actuator architecture, Fraunhofer IPMS’s…
10 Powerful Applications & Benefits of Thermally Conductive Epoxies in Modern Industries
Epoxyset Inc. Introduction to Thermally Conductive Epoxies In today’s high-performance world of electronics and engineering, thermally conductive epoxies are the unsung heroes keeping devices cool and reliable. These advanced adhesives are engineered to conduct heat efficiently while providing strong mechanical bonding and electrical insulation. Unlike traditional epoxies, which trap heat, thermally conductive versions transfer it away from…
Photonics Industries Enhances DX-355-50
Upgraded 50W UV Nanosecond Laser Now Optimized for 100 kHz Operation Photonics Industries International Inc., the global leader in advanced diode-pumped solid-state laser technology, today announced a major performance enhancement to its popular DX-355-50 nanosecond laser. The upgraded model now delivers 50 W of UV output at 100 kHz, offering significantly higher throughput, improved process…
Edmund Optics is now a supplier partner of Ocean Optics
Edmund Optics, a leading global provider of optical and imaging components, is proud to announce a new supplier partner relationship with Ocean Optics and the global launch of a curated selection of Ocean Optics’ premium spectrometers and accessories through its online webstore. Customers worldwide can now access Ocean Optics’ trusted spectroscopy technology with transparent pricing, regional inventory,…
W3+ Fair Jena 2025
Successful high-tech trade fair sets standards for central Germany The W3+ Fair Jena has underlined its position as one of the most important technology events in Thuringia. Supported by gold partners OptoNet and EPIC, the Sparkassen-Arena in Jena was transformed into a vibrant marketplace for experts from the fields of photonics, optics, electronics, and mechanics…
COMPANIES
Lasers love OWIS
Lasers love OWIS – for a reason. The wide OWIS Portfolio of optical beam handling components and positioning units are characterized by high precision and reliability. Our wide product portfolio of beam handling systems, optomechanical components as well as manual and motorized positioners offers you the perfect modular system to realize your application or laboratory…
MICROS Optics. For your Success.
We transform your idea into series production: Perfection by MICROS Optics MICROS Optics manufactures and develops optical components and assemblies as well as optical and optoelectronic functional layers.MICROS Optics is a classic OEM partner for a number of renowned clients in various industrial segments and markets – wherever photonics play a crucial role, such as…
Fiber Bragg Gratings (FBG), Sensors and Interrogators from Technica Optical Components
Technica is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of premium quality Fiber Bragg Gratings, FBG sensing arrays and cables, FBG sensors, and FBG tools and accessories. Femto Sensing International (FSI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Technica, is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of premium quality Optical Sensing Interrogators for monitoring FBG Sensors. The company’s…
Optical Interference Filters and Holographic Diffraction Gratings by SPECTROGON
A world-leading manufacturer with decades of expertise supplying superior optical filters and holographic diffraction gratings for high-demand applications. Optical Interference Filters SPECTROGON designs and manufactures thin film filters supporting various high-demand applications including gas analysis, thermal imaging, defense/surveillance, gas/flame detection, process control, power distribution, medical, automotive, semiconductor, environmental monitoring, distance measurement, scanning system, food/beverage and…
FILTROP GROUP – High-Tech Solutions made in Liechtenstein – Components for Medical Technology
Since more than 30 years, FILTROP GROUP is specialized in the design and manufacturing of components for OPTICS and FLUIDICS. In 2017 the two main competences have been divided into two companies, FILTROP and NANOSOL. FILTROP’s field of activity is in OPTICS. The product range compromises all kind of optical components, raw materials, coatings and…
Andover Corporation
Andover Corporation is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality optical filters and coatings for industries requiring absolute precision. With nearly 50 years of experience, our expertise extends from design engineering to final testing, ensuring each product meets the stringent standards demanded by defense, medical, environmental monitoring, and aerospace markets. Our Products…
Microscopy Products & Precision Positioning Technologies
Since 1955, based on our original branded industrial microscope “Tool Scope”, we have been actively engaged in designing, manufacturing and providing the optical measuring systems. Tool Scope, Velnus, Zoom lens, Manual stage and MSS (Micro scanning Stage) Rollscope Compact size zoom microscope Ultra-Long working distance zoom microscope JETB-USA LLC.Hickory NC, USA+1 828-234-4475us-opto@jetb.eu JETB GmbHRaunheim, Germany+49…
SmarAct – Your Partner for High Precision in Positioning, Automation and Metrology
With market-leading solutions in high-precision positioning, micro-automation, and metrology, SmarAct empowers researchers and innovators to achieve unprecedented levels of precision and productivity in their fields. SmarAct’s extensive product portfolio – including single-axis positioning stages, complex parallel kinematics, miniaturized robots, control systems, and advanced measurement technology – is complemented by automated micro-assembly solutions. Each solution is…
INSION – THE SPECTRAL SENSING COMPANY Reliable and robust monolithic Microspectrometers
INSION is the leading manufacturer of monolithic micro spectrometers, specializing in the development, production and sales of miniaturized spectral sensors for new OEM applications. With over 25 years of experience in microsystem technology, optics and analytical technologies, the INSION core team supports customers in all application aspects. Unique design The INSION microspectrometer is a micro-molded…
Evochem: Excellence in thin-film materials
EVOCHEM is a leading supplier of thin-film materials and coating accessories. We understand your need for consistent quality materials. Together with our partners, we analyse raw materials upon receipt and in our production. Our entire processes are certified by the quality management systemISO 9001. Evaporation materials Our wide selection of evaporation materials comprises special mixtures,…
Non Standard Precision Optics Aspheres – Freeform Optics – Micro Structures
The Laboratory for Precision Machining LFM at the Leibniz Institute for Materials Engineering IWT in Bremen is devoted to the application of precision engineering. The laboratory comprises a CNC workshop area and a 300 m² temperature controlled production and surface metrology area housing several state of the art ultraprecision machine tools with up to5 axes….
IMOS – Your manufacturer of optical components
IMOS Gubela GmbH has been developing and producing optics for industry, science and research in optics made of synthetic material and metal for more than 30 years. IMOS Gubela GmbH is a producer of optics based in southern Germany with in-house research, development, measuring technology and production. Hundreds of ultra-precision optics leave the company in…
Kyoritsu Electric – Optical Measurement Equipment Leader from Japan
Since 1965 Kyoritsu Electric Co. Ltd. has been providing the technology for a light source, optical measurement and control and become camera/lens inspection/testing system leader. Now the measurement equipment of Kyoritsu Electric are used all over the world by the manufacturers, R&D and calibration/repair services of cameras and lenses in various industries. We have wide…
Customised Optical Coating Solutions from Bte Born
Bte Bedampfungstechnik GmbH and Born Coating GmbH, or Bte Born, are specialists in thin film coating solutions. We have been offering thin-film technology for challenging applications for over 30 years. Our core expertise is the custom coating of optical components for technical applications. With a broad portfolio of vacuum coating systems using a wide range…
LT Ultra Precision Technology GmbH
Tailor-made ultra-precision machines and the manufacturing of metal optic components are the strong core business of LT Ultra. With more than 25 years of experience in ultra precision machining today the company is a competence center for multi-axis diamond machining. The scope of metal optics ranges from injection molds for small lenses to automotive lights,…
ess Mikromechanik GmbH – simply precision
ess Mikromechanik GmbH, based in the German town of Stockach-Windegg, is in the excellent position of offering a wide range of airbearings. ess Mikromechanik GmbH was founded in 1990 with the aim of developing and manufacturing aerostatic airbearing components and devices for the manufacturing industry, and in the specialised area of measuring technology. The company’s…
Heritage of Innovation
Founded by William G. Fredrick in 1980, Laser Mechanisms originated in Detroit, Michigan, USA to pioneer in innovative solutions for industrial laser materials processing. The modular concept of providing easy to integrate laser beam delivery components to OEMs, system integrators, laser machine builders, production companies integrating lasers including medical system builders and medical device manufacturers,…
Pureon – New State-of-the-Art Polishing Slurries
Pureon is in the business of helping our customers process many types of materials. We offer technical assistance and consumables for slicing, grinding, lapping, polishing, and cleaning. With over seventy years of experience, we are a valuable resource for manufacturers developing new processes, or improving their existing processes. OPW – This water-soluble, ready-to-use diamond suspension…
OASYS – Focused on optical components
The OASYS GmbH was founded in 1992 as a supplier of optical components for the laser industrie. In the meantime the product line was extended to standard- and special optics for all kind of applications, from the deep UV- to the far IR-spectrum. The parts are supplied in standard dimensions as well as custom tailored….
Chroma Reliability Test Solutions for SiPh/PIC Manufacturing
As silicon photonics (SiPh) and photonic IC (PIC) technology continue to evolve, novel optoelectronic devices emerge to facilitate responding to higher bandwidth, lower power consumption and shorter latency performance request driven by high-speed data communication applications such as network switching and High Performance Computing. However, the novelty of all these sophisticated devices does not come…
High performance and reliable fiber optic assemblies
DIAMOND is an international company headquartered in Switzerland, specializing in the development, manufacture and assembly of high-precision fiber optic components and assemblies. By using a two-component connector ferrule, together with the company’s patented Active Core Alignment process, DIAMOND is able to provide industry best Insertion Loss values. This special process further allows Diamond to fabricate…
mechOnics ag – Competence in micropositioning
mechOnics ag, a German company founded in 2003, is specialized in development, production and sales of systems for micro- and nano-positioning applications. These systems are driven by a new developed, innovative piezo inertial drive, which combines high resolution in the nm-range with large travels up to 50 mm. Together with piezo controllers with very low…
Pieplow & Brandt GmbH
The Pieplow & Brandt GmbH has been a manufacturer and distributor of products for the optical and glass processing industry for more than 60 years now. We are specialized and focused in the areas: Flat glass processing, fine- and precision optics, ophthalmic industry, electronics- and semiconductor industry as well as ceramic and metal industry. An…
Bühler Alzenau GmbH
As one of the world leaders in thin film technology, Bühler Leybold Optics, is developing and manufacturing vacuum deposition equipment for a broad range of applications. As part of Bühler Group, Bühler Leybold Optics is a globally active high-tech company, present in more than 40 countries with main production facilities in Alzenau (Germany), Beijng (China)…
OPTAplus BG JSC. – the trusted manufacturer of optical and fine mechanical components
About us OPTAplus provides to its customers complete optical solutions, from various types of optical and fine mechanical components and assemblies to design and optimization of opto-mechanical systems. The company is situated in Sofia, Bulgaria where for more than 70 years there have been traditions in manufacturing of custom precision optics and opto-mechanical components and…
