Now in its 31st year, Optical Guidance Systems is an owner-led Pennsylvania company known for bringing the Ritchey-Chrétien telescope line to broad worldwide acceptance. It builds research-grade observatory systems for institutions such as universities, government agencies, NASA and ESA, with custom instruments shaped around demanding research needs.
Rayleigh Optical CorporationSince 1987, co-founders Vilma and David Anderson have operated Rayleigh Optical Corporation as a worldwide fabricator of large custom precision optics. The Hanover, Maryland, company specializes in spherical and aspherical components from 0.25 to 1.5 meters, with its mirrors and lenses used at premier astronomical sites including Pan-STARRS and the Dark Energy Survey Instrument. It also extends its shop and expertise to amateur telescope makers through its planned Center for Amateur Optics and Telescope Making.HALETHORPE, MD
Gyro BinosGyro Binos carries forward a Pennsylvania optical tradition that began with Fraser-Volpe, founded by Joe and David Fraser in 1972. Since 2022, its Huntingdon Valley facility has manufactured U.S.-made gyro-stabilized optics for civilian and professional users who need a steady view when motion or vibration would blur ordinary binoculars.HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA
Optics Technology, IncOptics Technology, Inc. was established in 1986 by optical engineer Jim Anderson, whose vision was to tackle unusually demanding miniature optical work with the flexibility to make new tools when needed. The Pittsford company designs and builds precision micro-optical systems for customers ranging from university research centers to NASA and global enterprises, often taking projects from prototype to small- or medium-volume production. Its work has included a miniature aerospace shutter and a government surveillance lens assembled entirely in-house.PITTSFORD, NY
Wavefront Research, IncIncorporated in 1993, Wavefront Research is a Northampton, Pennsylvania, optical technology company known for developing solutions to difficult Department of Defense and commercial applications. Its work includes custom hyperspectral imagers, supported by a 38,000-square-foot research and production facility, and its quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015 by DEKRA.NORTHAMPTON, PA