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Upcoming Events... |
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SPIE Photonics West 2010 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA USA
Exhibition:
26-28 January 2010
Conferences:
23-28 January 2010
Stop by booth #724 to see us!
Optical Fabrication and Testing (OF&T): June 14-16 2010 at The Snow King Resort, Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA. For more info, click here.
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Greetings!
Optical Ultra-News highlights important news, new product information, and the latest technical process developments from OptiPro's Optical Research Department. Additionally, "Tech Tips" will be offered by our knowledgeable engineers. You will also be able to find special offerings that our company is providing. We hope you enjoy catching up on the exciting news in the world of OptiPro Systems. |
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The Importance of Coolants for Precision Optics Grinding: A Multi-Part Series |
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The coolant utilized for grinding glass, ceramics and other brittle materials plays a huge role in the effectiveness of the fabrication process. There are many coolants on the market today and a vast amount of research has been performed to determine what chemical composition is required for specific material types. However, the main emphasis for these coolant studies has been for the metalworking industry. Requirements of coolant for use in the manufacturing precision optics are as follows. First, it should efficiently remove the heat generated in the grinding zone. Next, it should provide sufficient lubricity for the grinding process. It should have enough pressure to effectively remove the glass waste material (swarf) from the grinding zone. Finally, it should allow for optimal material removal rates, while not compromising surface finish quality and tool life. Coolant also plays a role in reducing health risks to an operator by preventing grinding particulates from getting airborne.The selection of coolant, water or oil based, is dependent on the tool bond, work piece material and machine type. The next part in this series will address the specific coolant selection criteria and its dependency on the tool bond, typical glass type and the grinding machine. |
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OptiPro Receives Great Response from Attendees of 2010 Winter SBIR Meeting |
 On Tuesday January 12th OptiPro hosted its Winter Navy-Army SBIR Review meeting. The review, which took place in Rochester, NY, featured presentations from 10 organizations and approximately 70 participants representing 22 organizations from across the U.S.
In the morning session, nine invited speakers gave presentations on the design, manufacturing, and metrology of Hemispherical/Ogive Missile Domes and Freeform Optics.
Dan Harris, our Navy technical advisor, made the following remarks, "The Navy-Army SBIR program on optical fabrication technology development for conformal optics and aerodynamic domes has reached a level of maturity and a critical mass such that it is attracting substantial interest from the optics community and potential end users. The program is developing technologies to manufacture windows, domes, and lenses with previously unattainable shapes that will enable radically new designs for optical systems."
Brian Jones, our Army advisor, agreed and said "the meeting surpassed all my expectations from the amount of interest in advancing the art of precision optical manufacturing to the number of companies/universities willing to share information. This is certainly an impressive group working toward a common goal."
In the afternoon session, nine individual presentations were given by OptiPro personnel including various topics on High Speed Hemispherical Dome Processing, Metrology,UltraForm Finishing, and Deterministic Micro-Grinding.
The meeting wrapped up with a "Live Demo Happy Hour" at OptiPro where everyone enjoyed a great opportunity to see our machines in action and to network with other attendees.
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OptiPro Now Offering OptiTool Service |
OptiPro Systems is offering an optical tooling fabrication service. The addition of 5-Axis milling machines and 3-Axis mill/turn machines now allows OptiPro to manufacture any and all tooling configurations. This includes components that are commonly used for the grinding and polishing of precision optics (i.e. blocking bodies, spotted blocks, polishing tools, etc.). OptiPro manufactures tooling not only for OptiPro's optical grinding and polishing platforms but also for other manufacturers machines. Custom components can be made to print. OptiPro's commitment to quality and quick deliveries will enable you, our customers, to maintain a cost effective process with shortened lead times. If you have specific requirements or would like a quotation please contact OptiPro at (585) 265-0160 or send emails to dmohring@optipro.com. |
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OptiPro Releases New Corporate Video |
With the help of Electronic Field Productions Inc., OptiPro has just completed a new corporate video. ( Click here to view behind-the-scenes pictures of the video shoot.) The video focuses on OptiPro as a world leader in providing optical fabrication and measuring equipment to the precision optics industry. The beginning summarizes OptiPro's impressive history in the optics industry and the benefits of purchasing our grinding, polishing and measuring equipment. Following this is a detailed description of three different optical fabrication machines that OptiPro custom designs and builds according to customers specific needs, as well as the optical metrology equipment that OptiPro provides. These include the eSX 200 (CNC grinding machine), ePX 200 (CNC polishing machine), UltraForm Finishing (asphere/freeform optics polisher), UltraCURV (digital spherometer), OptiTrace 5000 (asphere measurement system), and UltraSURF (non-contact multi-axis metrology system). The video also emphasizes OptiPro's dedication to provide only the best service and support to our customers. Click on the link below to view OptiPro's new corporate video:
To request a FREE DVD of the video, please call (585) 265-0160 or send emails to mike@optipro.com. |
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New Year, New Website: Watch for an announcement regarding OptiPro's new and improved website at the beginning of 2010...
OptiPro Systems is a global leader in designing and building computer controlled grinding, polishing, and measuring equipment for the precision optics industry. If you would like to reach us, please call (585) 265-0160 or send emails to mike@optipro.com. *Innovative Machines and Solutions for Complex Optical Components* |
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