Ben Peoples Industries built theatrical electronics, best known for its Prospero cue-light panels and controllers, along with custom embedded-electronics work. The company began more than 13 years ago making LED flicker candles and announced that it mostly closed its operations in September 2025, while Prospero parts and documentation remain available online.
Foster Systems, LLCFoster Systems, LLC made electronic control boards for the astronomy community before closing its doors in 2022 after 14 years in operation. The company said worldwide shortages of critical parts made it impossible to continue manufacturing boards to its quality standards.AKRON, OH
EnlightedEnlighted develops building-automation and workplace-management technology, including connected lighting and IoT systems that help facility owners understand and manage their spaces. Now winding down its operations, the company says Enlighted Connect will continue through Siemens Smart Infrastructure’s Buildings business, with existing software, services, and warranties supported during the transition.YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY
Laser Probe, IncFounded in 1992 to carry on the former Laser Precision Corporation Radiometric Division, employee-owned Laser Probe, Inc. developed laser measurement instruments, including power and energy meters and radiometers. Its best-known work included broad-spectrum measurement equipment and the NIST-recognized Electrically Calibrated Pyroelectric Radiometer, a ±1% radiometric transfer standard. Laser Probe stopped manufacturing new instruments in 2025 and now directs owners of existing equipment to Legacy Fiberoptics for service.UTICA, NY