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ATC Expands 3PL Network to Strengthen National Distribution Coverage and Enhance Customer Service
Meridian Adhesives Group / Epoxy Technology. Adhesives Technology Corporation (ATC), a Meridian Adhesives Group company, announced an expansion of its third-party logistics (3PL) footprint to support faster, more reliable product availability for customers across the United States. The expanded network strengthens ATC’s national stocking and fulfillment capabilities, helping customers reduce lead times, manage rising freight…
Polytec establishes new office in India
Polytec continues to expand its global footprint with the establishment of a new office in India. This milestone strengthens the company’s local presence and lays the foundation for closer and more responsive support of customers and partners in the region. With this new location, Polytec reinforces its long-term commitment to the Indian market. Being locally…
April 2026 Hot Products
Knight Optical. Read on to find out which products were hot for April and why they might be exactly what you need for your next project. From deep-sea imaging rigs to laser systems and precision scientific instruments, April’s bestsellers reflect the challenges our customers are solving every day. The April hot products cover three different…
Optics boxes by OWIS
OWIS optimizes the laboratory setup for industrial series use. During the development of the optics box, OWIS supports you in design, optimization of components and material selection. Thanks to OWIS‘ high vertical range of manufacture, the company is very flexible and reduce the time-to-market to a minimum. The benefits:
The International OptoIndex at Optatec 2026
May 12, 2026. Three intensive and highly professional exhibition days shaped the 17th Optatec from May 5–7, 2026. The international trade fair impressed visitors with numerous technological innovations, forward-looking solutions, and valuable professional exchange focused on the technical use of light. A total of 265 exhibitors from 25 nations showcased impressive products, applications, and developments…
Edmund Optics® expands in-stock motorized stage portfolio
Edmund Optics GmbH a leading global provider of optical and imaging technology solutions, has expanded its portfolio of motorized stages, bringing together in-stock availability with a broad range of configurable motion solutions for industrial or scientific applications. The offering supports both fully motorized, software-controlled systems as well as modular mechanical stages with added motorization. This allows…
COMPANIES
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…
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…
Specialized High-precision Diamond Tools for Turning and Milling
DiaTec Diamanttechnik GmbH is the leading producer of high-precision diamond tools in the high-end sector. With the machines that we have developed and the most modern techniques, we produce customized turning and milling tools with diamond (MCD), PCD and CBN edges. As an experienced producer, we make diamond tools with tolerances in the μm range…
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)…
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…
Megacold Cryochillers – and how they meet the F-GAS regulations
High-tech manufacturers are coming under increasing pressure to conform to climate rules. Ben White, Product Manager, explains how Megatech keeps them on the right side of the regulations High-tech manufacturing – whether of semiconductor chips, optical coatings for glasses, or a range of other products – often requires the controlled environment of a vacuum chamber….
C-Flex Bearings: Precision Motion for Optical Systems
In the optics and photonics world, precision can’t be compromised. From laser scanners and beam-steering mirrors to telescopes and metrology instruments, even tiny mechanical errors can degrade system performance. C-Flex Bearing Company is a specialist in flexure-based pivot bearings that deliver frictionless, backlash-free motion without the use of lubrication and without wear. For optical engineers,…
GESTIONE SILO s.r.l.
Customized, Precision Opto-Mechanical Components – Since 1976 GESTIONE SILO is an Italian company specialized in custom precision optics and optomechanical assembly for Space, Defense, Biomedical, Research and Industrial applications. The company was founded in 1950 and after many technical improvements, today is a leader in the production of custom optics. The headquarter is located in…
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…
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…
CeramOptec® – the leading fiber optics specialist
With more than 35 years of experience in photonics, we combine precise engineering know-how, production excellence, and a customer-oriented mindset to deliver high-performance specialty fiber solutions. Our product portfolio spans from bare fibers to fully assembled fiber cables, bundles and custom assemblies. Our core expertise lies in all silica-based, multimode optical fibers for ultraviolet (UV),…
Korth Kristalle – Crystal Growth & Customized Optics
Korth Kristalle founded in 1949 is specialized in the field of crystal growth and the manufacturing of optical components. The company is family owned and independent, a unique situation in Europe. This allows us to be flexible to meet our customer requirements. We can produce any quantity from a single crystal up to industrial volumes….
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…
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…
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…
IMT – Where Optics meets Microfluidics
IMT Masken und Teilungen AG comprises profound experience in the design and manufacturing of micro- and nanostructures on and in glass. In close cooperation with our partners and customers we offer leading edge foundry services in the field of micro-optical components and microfluidic chips/consumables. We provide design support starting at the early development stage all…
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…
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….
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…
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,…
optoSiC® optics for HIGH-END LASER PROCESSES
Exceptional ceramic solutions for demanding Laser Applications optoSiC, a division of the MERSEN Group, develops and manufactures innovative high-performance optics in Silicon carbide (SiC) optoSiC+ material from 3mm to 500mm apertures for single pair consumption with a range of high reflective coatings. Our standard Galvo portfolio covers sizes ranging from 3 to 100 mm, and…
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…
Andover Corporation
50 Years of Precision and Passion For 50 years, Andover Corporation has been a trusted leader in the design, engineering, and manufacture of precision optical filters, coatings, and assemblies. From prototype development to full-scale production, Andover delivers high-performance optical solutions for applications where accuracy and reliability are non-negotiable. Its vertically integrated process – spanning design,…
Diamond GmbH
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…
INSION GmbH
Reliable and robust monolithic Microspectrometers INSION is the leading manufacturer of monolithic microspectrometers, 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 aspects of applications, focusing on reliability…
