Founded 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.
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Syntec OpticsSyntec Optics manufactures custom optics, photonic components and complete optical systems, with a focus on polymer optics that can reduce the weight and cost of optical assemblies. Its Rochester operation is vertically integrated from design and component production through assembly, while subsidiary Wordingham Technologies adds precision opto-mechanical machining dating to 1984. The company serves consumer, medical and defense applications and maintains ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9001:13485 and ITAR registrations.VICTOR, NY
Syntec OpticsFor roughly 35 years, Syntec Optics has been known for advancing polymer optics as a lighter, lower-cost alternative to glass. Based in Rochester, the company develops custom optical systems for defense, medical imaging, and emerging technology programs, with production integrated from design through assembly. Its quality system is registered to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485, and the company is 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
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