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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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, 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,…

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…

Instrument Systems GmbH. Radiant Vision Systems, a leading provider of image-based light and color measurement solutions, strengthens its broad product portfolio with the introduction of the LumiTop series of imaging systems that combine an imaging colorimeter with a spectrometer for complete color measurement in one solution. LumiTop imaging colorimeters with integrated spectrometers are designed and…