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Newport Corporation, a worldwide leader in laser and photonic solutions that Make, Manage, and Measure Light®, announces the expansion of the scientific-grade (SG) series Vision IsoStation vibration isolation workstation.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, announces the third in the family of three super-high-power infrared (IR) emitters.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, introduces the second product in the super-high-power series of gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) infrared (IR) emitters, the OD-110W.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, announces the first in a new series of super high-power gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) infrared (IR) emitters, the OD-110L.

CHICAGO, OCTOBER 2012 - Chicago based eyewear brand, Desiar, releases environmental friendly collection of sunglasses. The collection features oversized silhouettes with all natural wooden temples and wooden accents on the front of the frame.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, introduces the ODD-900-001, a surface-mount photodiode with a daylight filter.

Newport Corporation, a worldwide leader in laser and photonic solutions that Make, Manage, and Measure Light®, has developed a new series of pneumatic vibration isolators for platform loads up to 3200 lbs.

Created for Laser Scanning and Lighting Equipment, the VRAD Has Many Industrial Applications; developer William R. Benner Jr. Touts the Torque Motor’s “Linear Angle versus Current Profile"

IDEX Corporation has acquired Precision Photonics Corporation for $20 million. The acquisition further solidifies IDEX's desire to consolidate the photonics industry.

Newport Corporation, a worldwide leader in laser and photonic solutions that Make, Manage, and Measure Light®, announces the expansion of the scientific-grade (SG) series Vision IsoStation vibration isolation workstation.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, announces the third in the family of three super-high-power infrared (IR) emitters.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, introduces the second product in the super-high-power series of gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) infrared (IR) emitters, the OD-110W.

Opto Diode (www.optodiode.com), a division of ITW, and a member of the ITW Photonics Group, announces the first in a new series of super high-power gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) infrared (IR) emitters, the OD-110L.

Andover Corporation is proud to have achieved the AS 9100C Aerospace Quality Standard System Certification.

Fecal contamination of public beaches caused by sewage overflow is both dangerous for swimmers and costly for state and local economies.

Newport Corporation (NASDAQ: NEWP) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Ophir Optronics Ltd. (“Ophir”)

Precision Glass & Optics (PG&O® -www.pgo.com), global experts in optical manufacturing, glass fabrication, and precision thin film coatings, announces the exclusive West Coast distributorship agreement with SCHOTT North America, Inc.

Every truck in its fleet is equipped with FUJINON lenses, for a total of 90 lenses from the manufacturer.

Edmund Optics’ CEO, Robert Edmund, has been promoted to Senior Member of SPIE – a distinguished honor reserved for members with outstanding professional experience and active involvement with the optics community.

Zemax optical design framework helps optical system engineers develop advanced products with both standard and custom components from Edmund Optics

Edmund Optics was named one of the top 25 digital marketers by BtoB Magazine, attributing search engine optimization and social media efforts to their online success.

Edmund Optics introduces TECHSPEC Goniometers, for highly accurate, true tip and tilt adjustments of any optical component.

EO announces real-life superheros campaign, recognizing leaders in the photonics industry. EO’s website will host a “Hall of Heros” page featuring industry leaders nominated by their peers.

TekMark Growth Partners has completed a review of Cinch Seal’s sales, marketing and strategic activities and provided recommendations for developing new sales opportunities and implementing new initiatives and processes to support future growth.

Announcing the development of enhanced durability on the company’s existing Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings.

Altechna presents new laser technology product catalog for 2011.

The updated Night Optics USA website has been in development for over 6 months. The latest release is the 5th and most advanced version of the site which debuted in 1998.

Edmund Optics introduces its new line of lenses, TECHSPEC In-Line Compact Telecentric Lenses, ideal for a wide range of applications from single unit inspection stations to high volume implementation.

Digital cameras is a great gift to anyone, and the great news is they become cheaper and cheaper over the years.

15 years ago Altechna emerged from Lithuanian laser science community as a laser component trade company. In 15 years, Altechna has grown to the laser technology company offering diverse laser optics and photonic R&D solutions worldwide.

MIDO, Italy's Eyewear Fair Begins March 4 in Milan. Italian Eyewear Sector Rises 17.3% in 2010 vs. 2009 thanks to strong export growth. Italian Production was up 8.7% to 2,448 milion Euros.

Edmund Optics introduces two new liquid filled lenses from Optotune. The Electrically Focus-Tunable Lens and Manually Focus-Tunable Lens over a specific focal range, permitting the user to custom-tune the lenses for optimum performance.

KEOPSYS launches new products for optical communication systems. It will be exhibiting at Photonics West 2011 in San Francisco, Calif., from Jan. 25 to 27, on the French Pavilion, booth 1023D.

Abrisa Technologies New website features information about their precision glass optics solutions via their industry leading brands of Abrisa Industrial Glass, Sycamore Glass Components, and ZC&R Coatings for optics.

ALPAO will be exhibiting at Photonics West 2011 in San Francisco, Calif., from Jan. 25 to 27, on the French Pavilion at booth 1023A.

VIGISCAN, a high-performance infrared panoramic vision camera, was awarded the Innovation Prize at the Euronaval trade show held in Paris from October 25 to 29, 2010.

Altechna presents brand new LENSCASE for 22 lenses. It will become an irreplaceable tool in your day to day research activities.

APSI CEO Scott Coulter announce that the Mike Minter Workforce Development Program has moved its operations to a new facility closer to downtown Charlotte, NC.

Ondax, Inc, announced that Robert G. Deuster has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Deuster brings a long track record of successful executive experience in the photonics and high-technology instrumentation industries.

Edmund Optics announces the advancement of Thomas Kessler to Executive Vice President, Global Sales. Kessler earned his Ph. D. and Master’s degrees in physics from J.W. Goethe University in Frankfurt/Main.

Over 90 percent of optical retailers across six Asian markets are optimistic that the industry will continue to do well, if not better next year

BFi OPTiLAS, Pan-European partner of Precision Photonics, is proud to introduce super-polished capabilities to include batch size polishing of Fused silica, Terbium Gallium Garnet (TGG), single crystal sapphire (Al2O3) and Ti: Sapphire glass.

Edmund Optics will introduce its new Techspec High Resolution Large Format Lenses this November at the Vision 2010 Conference in Germany.

Edmund Optics moves its Japanese operations from Tokyo to a larger state of the art facility in Akita, where they will further enhance its product inventory and customer support.

IntertechPira is pleased to announce that its 4th annual Image Sensors Europe conference is set for 22-24 March 2011 at The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London, UK. Speaker recruitment for this very successful event is under way.

MIRO optical surfaces are fast replacing anodized aluminum in luminaire design, world-wide. MIRO-SILVER® with a total reflectivity of 98% is especially effective in saving energy.

Edmund Optics is advancing in aspheric lense production to keep up with the growing demand in the specialized asphere market. The leader in optical components has improved its manufacturing capability to increase production as well as precision.

Protokraft and Souriau Team to Facilitate ELIO® Optical Network Interconnections

Silicone Hydrogel lenses continue on its upward growth trend

ROADVISION has expanded its LED line-up to include the Peterson range of Tunnel Lights. It joins the successful Peterson 179 Series, as the “ultimate accessory light” whose unique optics first introduced the stunning 3D LED tunnel effect.

New Fixed Networks research report from Ovum is now available from Fast Market Research

Edmund Optics welcomes two new employees to their global sales team. Both bring over 20 years of experience in the optics field.

Edmund Optics introduces its new Spherical Aberration Compensation Plates optimized for use in collimated light with small fields of view.

Edmund Optics releases a free iPhone/iTouch Application. The Lens Selector iPhone application is the perfect tool to make sure you have the correct imaging lens for your machine vision application.