Since 1988, Koch Crystal Finishing has specialized in grinding, polishing, and restoring delicate infrared and laser optics, including spectrophotometer windows and custom optical components. Its anhydrous polishing process is designed for moisture-sensitive crystals, while custom HIPS packaging protects finished surfaces from contamination and damage during shipment. The Elyria company also offers repolishing for clouded or scratched windows and custom far-infrared work, supported by staff with more than 65 years of combined experience.
Cosmo OpticsFounded in 1957 by German optician Hans Peters, Albany-based Cosmo Optics fabricates custom precision optical components and assemblies, from prototype work through production. In its 22,000-square-foot facility, the privately held company makes optics ranging from 1.5 mm parts to elements exceeding 40 inches, with in-house coating and inspection capabilities. Master Opticians and technicians bring decades of experience to work that the company describes as artisan optical fabrication.ALBANY, 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
Firebird OpticsFounded in March 2020, Firebird Optics makes precision optical components and infrared spectroscopy equipment, with a particular focus on custom optics for defense, aerospace and FTIR applications. Drawing on more than a decade of experience in UV/VIS and FTIR spectroscopy, the company supplies components ranging from optical windows to laser crystals and builds custom fiber-optic process cells for demanding industrial measurement. Its optics have been used on NASA’s Perseverance Rover, and the company is ISO 9001 certified and registered under ITAR.NORTHPORT, NY
OptiPro Systems, IncFor more than 40 years, OptiPro Systems has been a Rochester-area manufacturing company known for combining machine-tool expertise with hands-on engineering support. Founded in 1982, it grew from serving New York manufacturers into a U.S. builder of specialized equipment for precision optics and advanced ceramics, with an Advanced Process Development lab for difficult applications. The company also collaborates with defense agencies, universities, and national laboratories through SBIR work.ONTARIO, NY