NEWS
Ultra-fine and high-purity cleaningMaximum cleanliness – not just a cleaning process
Ecoclean. To secure a future-proof and competitive position in the market, numerous companies are restructuring their product ranges. The trend is towards sophisticated solutions for high-tech industries. This not only means higher demands on the precision of components, but also extremely strict specifications regarding particulate and film cleanliness, which must be achieved in a process-reliable,…
A powerful software for MIRO ALTITUDE
Gentec-EO. MIRADOR is Gentec-EO’s new companion software designed to extend MIRO ALTITUDE beyond the instrument and into the desktop environment. It’s designed to be easy to use, enabling laser manufacturers, system integrators, and laser users to monitor, control, and log data with greater flexibility and efficiency.
Fraunhofer IPMS collaborates with Korean TSN Lab
The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS is working with the Korean TSN Lab on new real-time solutions as part of the “Global Cooperative R&D” funding program. The aim is to develop a next generation of 10Base-T1S IP cores for automotive and industrial communication applications in order to address the growing demand for scalable and…
Instrument Systems Appoints Dr. Marc Lünnemann asNew CEO
Instrument Systems GmbH, a leading provider of high-precision light measurement technology and part of the Konica Minolta Group, has appointed Dr. Marc Lünnemann as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Lünnemann started in his new role on January 1st, 2026. With more than 20 years of international experience in the lighting, automotive, and display…
Bühler reaches milestone in battery manufacturing with over 100 continuous mixing lines sold worldwide
Bühler has delivered 113 complete production systems used to manufacture battery slurries and dry compounds to customers around the world over the last 10 years, reaching a milestone in its industrial battery business. The achievement reflects Bühler’s growing role as an industrial solution provider for large-scale and more sustainable battery manufacturing as global demand for…
Optical Filters in LiDAR and Laser Technology
Andover Corporation. While lasers have long been integral to defense applications, their impact now spans manufacturing, environmental monitoring, biomedical imaging, aerospace, and autonomous systems. At the core of these laser-based systems are optical filters, precision components that control light transmission, block unwanted wavelengths, and enhance measurement accuracy. However, wavelength isn’t the only consideration. Filter selection is driven…
COMPANIES
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…
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…
Instrument Systems. Your experts for light measurement solutions.
Instrument Systems GmbH, founded in Munich in 1986, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of light metrology solutions indispensable for producers of consumer electronics, AR/VR/MR displays, MicroLED wafers, VCSEL/laser diodes, automotive lighting and LED/SSL modules. All solutions benefit from our high-accuracy CAS series of spectroradiometers, widely recognized and in use worldwide. In combination with…
advanced fiber tools GmbH
customized medical solutions advanced fiber tools GmbH is your reliable partner for high-quality fiber optic products, especially developed for medical and scientific applications. Driven by the highest quality standards and a spirit of innovation, we manufacture customized solutions precisely tailored to the needs of our customers. Our company operates a process-oriented quality management system in…
Knight Optical: Precision Optics, Trusted Worldwide
For more than three decades, Knight Optical has been a leading name in the supply of premium optical components, serving customers across the photonics, scientific, defence, aerospace, medical, subsea, and industrial sectors. Trusted by engineers, researchers, and innovators worldwide, we combine technical expertise with a customer-focused approach to deliver optics that perform reliably in even…
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…
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…
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…
CHUO Precision Industrial Co., Ltd.
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) Tool Scope and Zoom lens Compact size zoom microscope Ultra-Long working distance…
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…
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….
OsTech – precise and versatile laser drivers, TEC controllers and diode laser systems
OsTech develops and manufactures electronic control systems for laser diodes and thermoelectric coolers. OsTech also integrates laser diodes from different manufacturers to complete fibre coupled turnkey systems. OsTech provides a modular system, that can supply laser diodes and TECs at different peak current and voltage ranges. All drivers offer a great variety of control options…
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 30 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,…
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…
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…
Pureon – New State-of-the-Art Polishing Slurries. Decades of expertise in every perfected surface.
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….
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH
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…
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…
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…
Flexible Lasers and LED Light Sources for Industry and Science with 36 Months Warranty
Omicron-Laser has been developing, manufacturing, and distributing innovative laser and LED light sources since 1989 and is one of the leading manufacturers for demanding applications in biotechnology, microscopy, microlithography, medicine and many more. Based in Germany, Omicron is specialized in customized solutions in addition to the broad product portfolio. Product development and production comply with…
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),…
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…
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)…
