NEWS
Thank you for a fantastic year 2025
International OptoIndex Team: We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our customers for their trust and the successful collaboration throughout the year. Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Christmas season and a successful conclusion to 2025. May the new year start off wonderfully – here’s to an amazing 2026! We look forward…
CLEO 2026 Returns to Charlotte Amid Historic Surge in Photonics Investment
CLEO. Plenary Speakers to Unveil Breakthroughs in Quantum and Optical Technologies Charlotte, North Carolina — As global investment in photonics surpasses $376 billion and quantum innovation accelerates, the CLEO Conference & Exhibition returns May 17–21, 2026, at the Charlotte Convention Center. The exhibition will take place May 19–20. CLEO 2026 is expected to continue its…
Zinc Selenide: A High-Performance Alternative to Germanium for Modern IR Systems
Knight Optical. Zinc Selenide (ZnSe) continues to be one of the most versatile infrared materials available and as system demands grow and Germanium becomes increasingly volatile in both cost and supply, more engineers are turning to ZnSe as a reliable, high-performing replacement. Whether you’re designing thermal imaging devices, CO₂ laser systems, or analytical instruments, Zinc…
New labs, greater support — Luxinar and Iradion enhance service worldwide
Luxinar Ltd. With new labs in China and the USA and an expanded UK operation, Luxinar and Iradion are boosting their ability to deliver faster, more effective application support to customers globally. The applications (apps) labs are valuable additions to the company’s existing labs in Germany, Italy, Korea, and the UK, meaning that customers and prospects worldwide…
Innovative photonics products selected as finalists for 2026 SPIE Prism Awards
Winning companies will be announced at SPIE Photonics West for new products in areas that include quantum tech, biophotonic instruments, and lasers, as well as the Catalyst Award BELLINGHAM, Washington, USA — The best new photonics products have been named finalists for the 2026 SPIE Prism Awards. The 24 products — by companies ranging from emerging…
Beamsplitter by OASYS
The German company OASYS, located in the city Bremen, is a supplier of optical components for the laser industry. The parts can be delivered in standard dimensions as well as custom tailored. One product in the portfolio are beamsplitter. Beamsplitter windows and -cubes (polarized and unpolarized). Incl. beamsplitter cubes made from ZnSe and high powerbeamsplitter…
COMPANIES
Measuring Instruments You Can Trust!
Möller-Wedel Optical is a global company that develops, manufactures and markets high-precision optical measuring systems for mechanical engineering, automotive industry, optical industry, semiconductor industry, film camera service, and calibration and research laboratories. We are the world market leader in the field of small angle metrology and operate a DAkkS accredited calibration laboratory (DIN EN ISO/IEC…
Valley Design Corp.
Valley Design is an AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of substrates, windows, wafers, precision shims and spacers, flat optics, and complex machined components including domes. Since 1975 we have been recognized as an industry leader in advanced materials processing as providers of precision lapping and polishing services, 4 & 5 axis CNC machining, dicing, backgrinding, ultrasonic…
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,…
Archer OpTx, INC.
Archer OpTx has been a cornerstone in the photonics industry for over 23 years. As the leading manufacturer of ultra-precision molded glass aspherical lenses, we take pride in delivering unparalleled quality and innovation to our customers worldwide. We are dedicated to advancing the field of photonics through cutting-edge technology and meticulous craftsmanship. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing…
Think Nano® – Positioning | Microscopy | Solutions
For over 25 years Mad City Labs has delivered innovative, high precision motion control and high resolution microscopy instruments. Our products are ideal for research and industry across a diverse range of applications such as metrology, imaging, materials science, microscopy, biophysics, astronomy, quantum sensing, and photonics. Tools for the Nanoscale Our product line encompasses closed…
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…
Solutions from Materion Balzers Optics
Materion Balzers Optics is a global leader in optical thin film coating solutions. We are the preferred partner for providing innovative optical coatings and solutions for over 70 years. From the UV through the Far IR, we custom manufacturer and supply precision optical filters and coatings. As a high-tech company with 5 production sites worldwide, our focus…
Ultrasonic Cleaning Machines for Precision Optics
Increasing cleanliness requirements and consistent cleaning results are common demands for precision optics. The SBS Ecoclean Group with its brands Ecoclean and UCM (Ultrasonic Cleaning Machines) offers optimized solutions ranging from in-process to final cleaning prior to coating. With the broad spectrum from aqueous, multi-stage ultrasonic cleaning processes to ultra-pure water rinsing with subsequent drying…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
Development & Production of Optoelectronics
Development & Production of Optoelectronics AEMtec is a global acting specialist for the development and production of a variety of precision optoelectronic products, including components, subsystems, modules and complete systems. Precision optoelectronic products include Optical Assemblies, Micro-Optics, Imaging Arrays, VCSEL Assemblies, Sensor Systems, Optical MEMs, Hybrid Electronic Assemblies, Active and Passive Alignment. With our broad…
Lapmaster Wolters GmbH
Lapmaster Wolters GmbH, based in Rendsburg, Germany, is a leading manufacturer of machines and systems for the ultra-precision surface processing of a wide range of materials. The product portfolio includes innovative solutions for slicing as well as single and double-sided processing. Thanks to its many years of experience and extensive expertise, Lapmaster Wolters’ technologies are…
Larsen Equipment Design
Larsen Equipment Design was established in 1981 by a mechanical engineer with experience in optics manufacturing. The mission was to provide reliable optical fabrication machinery using readily available components, metric bearings, and redundant features to ensure reliability, accuracy and repeatability. Starting with the development of polishing machinery for single point diamond turned optics; the goal…
Zünd Precision Optics AG – World class in micro-optics
Zünd covers the entire value chain which includes optical contact bonding, grinding, lapping, polishing, faceting, coating, as well as optical gluing and assembling modules, with Swiss precision down to the tiniest detail. Zünd Precision Optics AG has been a dependable partner since 1968, providing uncoated or coated planar optical single components and planar optical assemblies…
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…
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…
FCC – FibreCableConnect GmbH
FCC FibreCableConnect GmbH is a manufacturer in the field of photonics and provides efficient, cost-effective and high-quality customer-specific solutions in the area of fiber optics. The range of products and services include development and production of optical fiber cables for laser beam transmission for industrial and medical applications. Moreover, fiber bundles and probes for spectroscopy,…
Your reliable supplier of TeO2 crystals for Acousto-Optical application
Science-Engineering center Elent A Ltd. & Elent Technics Ltd. is a successful Ukrainian manufacturer of TeO2 single crystals since 1992. We specialize in growth of high quality TeO2 crystals with boule sizes up to 100mm (diameter) and 60mm along growth direction (direction [110]). Our own technology for raw material cleaning allows us to grow crystals…
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)…
Elma – Ultrasonic precision cleaning systems for photonics
Ultrasonic Cleaning Systems for High-Purity Applications Highly specialized. Highly innovative. Simply Elma. For over 75 years, Elma has been synonymous with continuous research and pioneering innovation in ultrasonic and process technology. Our expertise lies in developing and manufacturing high-precision cleaning systems – from compact ultrasonic and steam devices to modular cleaning lines and fully customized…
SPECTARIS – German Industry Association for Optics, Photonics, Analytical and Medical Technologies
SPECTARIS is the German industry association for the high-tech medium-sized business sector and representative body in the areas of Photonics, Medical Technology, Analytical, Bio and Laboratory Technology, and Consumer Optics. Innovation and growth characterise these industry sectors and their about 300,000 strong workforce. Technologies developed here are used in almost all branches of industry, making…