Since 1969, Harrick Scientific Products has been known for the optical spectroscopy work of its founder, Dr. N. J. Harrick, who pioneered internal reflection spectroscopy. The company develops specialized accessories and custom instrumentation for research and process laboratories, with its Praying Mantis diffuse-reflection attachment among its notable innovations.
Specac LtdFounded in 1971, Specac designs and manufactures spectroscopy accessories and sample-preparation equipment for FTIR, XRF and NIR analysis. Its London operation spans 33,000 square feet and is known for launching the commercial Golden Gate diamond ATR more than 25 years ago, while its roughly 80-person team also develops custom optical, thermal and electromechanical systems for analytical instrument partners. Specac holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certification and supports customers through offices and distributors worldwide.MOUNT KISCO, NY
Harrick PlasmaWith more than 30 years of experience, Harrick Plasma is an Ithaca-based company known for helping researchers apply plasma technology in the laboratory. Originally developed with sister company Harrick Scientific for infrared spectroscopy, its work now supports research teams worldwide, and its instruments have been cited in over 5,000 technical articles and nearly 300 patents.ITHACA, NY
FireflySci, IncBrooklyn-born FireflySci designs, manufactures and distributes cuvettes, quartz optical cells and UV/VIS calibration standards for laboratory spectroscopy. Founded by Simcha Woitovich and Gordon Cinco after careers in the spectroscopy industry, the company pairs a broad catalog with custom-machined quartz cells in small quantities and OEM flow-cell production at scale. FireflySci says it brings more than two decades of knowledge to the field, including production in an ISO 9001 facility and recalibration through an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory.NORTHPORT, NY
JASCOFounded in 1958 after scientists at Japan’s Institute of Optics developed a successful research IR spectrometer, JASCO makes molecular spectroscopy and chromatography instruments for laboratory analysis. The company’s history includes early commercial advances in HPLC and supercritical fluid chromatography, while its current work spans integrated analytical systems and spectroscopy software. JASCO operates from Easton, Maryland, with a worldwide network of regional companies and distributors.EASTON, MD