Aerotech Inc., global leader in precision motion control and automation, announces its collaboration with Santec, leading manufacturer of optical test equipment and OCT systems, and SENKO Advanced Components, global leader in passive fiber optic interconnects and optical components. Together they have developed the PICAlign™ architecture, a revolutionary active alignment solution designed to overcome the manufacturing challenges of…

Photonics West in San Francisco, January 20-22 New Scale Technologies develops small, precise and smart motion systems for critical adjustments of optics, and many other micro positioning applications. The tiny „all-in-one“ motion modules with embedded controllers are easy to integrate into next-generation instruments for medical, scientific and industrial applications. They speed development time and deliver…

Graticules Optics Ltd.. We’re proud to offer two high-precision sperm counting chambers in our range: Makler and Shukratara. Both chambers share identical specifications and are used in exactly the same way, delivering reliable and consistent performance in the laboratory. Recent evaluations have shown no significant difference in sperm counting efficacy between the two chambers. They…

The German company ESS Mikromechanik GmbH offers precise customised air bearing devices and systems. The micro nozzle bearing MTF-225-5-2 with torquemotor and measuring system was developed especially for the usage under restricted spaces. With a high of 62mm and a diameter of the face plate from 225mm it is one of the flatest air bearings…

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. 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…

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…

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…

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…