Established in 1960, Reading-based American Polarizers manufactures precision optical products, with polarization technology at the center of its work. Its in-house capabilities extend from custom optical filters to intricate laser and waterjet-cut parts, supporting applications that range from aircraft displays to machine vision and biomedical equipment. The company’s quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015, and it has received a Benjamin Franklin Technology Partners Innovation Award.
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Omega Optical, LLCFounded in 1936, Omega Optical is a U.S. optical manufacturer whose heritage grew through several specialized businesses before becoming one unified company. Based in Vermont with manufacturing operations across the Northeast, it works closely with OEM customers to develop precision optical solutions for aerospace, defense, life sciences and semiconductor applications. Its ISO 9001:2015-certified facilities support work ranging from custom filters to integrated optical systems.ITHACA, NY
Sydor OpticsFounded in 1964 by optical pioneer Stefan Sydor, Rochester-based Sydor Optics manufactures custom precision plano optics, carrying traditional craftsmanship into high-volume production with North America’s largest collection of double-sided polishing machines. Today the company remains family-led by Stefan’s son and grandsons, producing optics for demanding laser, defense, semiconductor and life-science applications. Sydor is American-owned and operated, ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR registered.ROCHESTER, NY
Rochester Precision Optics, LLCFrom its Greater Rochester, N.Y., headquarters, Rochester Precision Optics manufactures precision optical components, assemblies and electro-optical systems for applications ranging from night vision to medical devices. The vertically integrated U.S. manufacturer is notable for producing glass, polymer and infrared optics—including chalcogenide materials—in-house, with capabilities spanning design through volume production. RPO operates more than 40,000 square feet of climate-controlled Class 10,000 cleanroom space within its 110,000-square-foot facility and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.WEST HENRIETTA, NY
Optical Filters USA LLCFounded in Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2003, Optical Filters USA designs and manufactures custom optical enhancements that protect and improve electronic displays. The locally owned company specializes in display bonding and EMI shielding, with production ranging from rapid prototypes to high-volume assemblies at facilities in the United States and Europe. Its in-house research, testing, and manufacturing operations are certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.MEADVILLE, PA