Florida Photonics Cluster Members

FPC Members as of April, 2010

Absolute Coating
The principals of Absolute Optics combine over 40 years of experience in the design and deposition of high damage threshold thin film coatings. Coatings are deposited on a wide variety of Optics and Laser Materials. Absolute supports volume production and small prototype quantities. Custom coating designs are our specialty. We possess extensive experience in coating development and can participate in coating manufacturing feasibility studies.
(321)637-9170 http://www.absolutecoating.com

AlphaLaunch
AlphaLaunch is a provider of technical and business support services to entrepreneurs and organizations bringing innovative technologies to the commercial marketplace. The company has technical expertise in the large and rapidly growing markets of biotechnology, communications, computer hardware, electronics, energy, instrumentation, medical devices, photonics, semiconductors, and sensors.
(407)835-3620 http://www.alphalaunch.com/

Analog Modules, Inc.
Analog Modules, Inc. (AMI) designs and manufactures a wide range of analog electronic products primarily for the laser and electro-optics industries. These products serve applications in medical, military, scientific, and industrial markets. Founded in 1979, AMI's key employees have over 100 years of combined experience in the laser and electronics industries. AMI takes pride that it is certified to ISO 9001:2000 and gives quality its highest commitment from top management down in order to deliver consistent, high quality products to its customers. AMI is located in Longwood, (Orlando) FL. Over 65 full-time employees are involved in design, development and manufacturing. In April 2001, AMI was acquired by HEICO Corporation as part of their Electronic Technologies Group.
(407)339-4355       http://www.analogmodules.com

BEAM Engineering for Advanced Measurements Co.
Based on Orlando, FL BEAM Engineering develops and offers a variety of innovative components for laser metrology and management such as beam profilers and IR viewing windows as well novel materials including non-linear organic crystals and photoactuated polymers.
(407)629-1282   http://www.beamco.com/

Diamond Level Service
Diamond Level Service (DLS) is a supplier of Event Design and Management services for trade shows, special events, conferences, and business presentations. Services and products include exhibit design, building, production, and transportation; audio visual visual equipment and services; and photography . Discounts are provided to FPC members. For information:
386-527-3373   http://www.diamondlevelservice.com/

DILAS Diode Laser, Inc.
DILAS, the diode laser company, is focused on delivering the most innovative technologies and advanced product solutions in the industry. Founded in 1994 in Mainz, Germany, DILAS designs, develops and manufacturers high power, high brightness semiconductor laser components, modules and systems, including fiber coupled products with total output power in the multiple kilowatt range.
(520)282-6001 http://www.dilas.com/

Electro-Optical Imaging, Inc.
E-O Imaging is a world leader in the design and manufacture of Video Trackers and Imaging Products. The company's staff has a legacy of over 35 years developing innovative solutions for complex and demanding tracking applications. E-O Imaging manufactures a broad line of off-the-shelf video tracker products and systems, with an emphasis on custom products and systems for video tracking and imaging applications. The trackers offered satisfy a diverse range of applications including tactical, surveillance, range, medical and industrial. E-O Imaging provides its customers a broad array of technical capabilities including embedded DSP hardware and software design, custom FPGA design, mechanical packaging, 3-D modeling and analysis, system engineering, and Linux® and Windows® software development.
(312)435-8722 http://www.eoimaging.com

ER Precision Optical
ER Precision Optical is the Florida-based subsidiary of Präzisionsoptik Gera GmbH (POG) of Gera, Germany. POG manufactures custom and standard microstructures on glass and ceramics. It also produces custom optical systems and components from the UV through IR for the machine vision, semiconductor, aerospace and defense industries. POG's new sales offices are located in Florida and Colorado. Buzz Nesti is president of the Florida-based subsidiary; Glen Dunn is sales manager.
(407)242-5395 http://www.eroptics.com/

Florida High Tech Corridor Council
The Florida High Tech Corridor Council (FHTCC) was established by the Legislature in 1996 to attract, retain and grow high tech industry and to help develop the workforce to support those industries in the 21-county service areas of the University of Central Florida (UCF) and the University of South Florida (USF). In January 2005, the Council welcomed the University of Florida (UF) as a full partner of this unique economic development initiative, merging the strengths of three world-class universities and bringing the number of Corridor counties to 23.

The Florida High Tech Corridor’s optics and photonics sector attracts companies of all kinds that make, service or otherwise use light to do business. Optics and photonics refer to technologies based upon the manipulation of light and are part of a class of high optic devices that use light to transmit information. These include sensors, lasers,
displays, precision optics (mirrors and lenses), fiber optics and telecommunications optics, as well as many other complex devices.
(407)562-1282 www.floridahightech.com

Global Systems International
Global Systems International produce optics in materials such as: BK-7, Fused Silica, Germanium, Silicon, Zinc Selinide, Amtir, Calcium Flouride, Crystal Quartz and various types of doped and undoped glass. Aso suppling gain materials and specialty crystals such as Nd:YAG, Er:YAG, Nd:YLF, Nd:YVO4, KTP, KTA, and Sapphire. Laser rods with parallelism less than 3 minutes and laser damage greater than 25j/cm2 over a 10 nanosecond pulse are accomplished. GSI is also capible of providing coatings, depostion methods inculude Electron Beam Deposition, Ion Assist Deposition, and Plasma Assist Depostion. Laser Damage Threshold Level over 1 GW/cm2 for HR and AR'S.
(407)251-4163 http://www.globalsystemsint.com/

Gooch & Housego, LLC
     Gooch & Housego, LLC is a world leader in optical radiation measurement solutions. We design and manufacture light measurement systems that provide accurate, repeatable research-grade measurements in the UV-VIS-NIR-IR wavelength ranges for research, academia, industry and the military. Whether our instruments are used in metrology, R&D, quality control or production, our clients are guaranteed the industry's finest modular systems, traceable standards and accessories. Our light measurement systems are designed to provide consistent, precise and repeatable measurements throughout the long life of the instrumentation.
     The Life Sciences and Instrumentation segment of Gooch & Housego enjoys a worldwide reputation as a leader and innovator in the field of optical radiation measurement. From the characterization of the most sophisticated NVIS instrumentation to the compliance of tanning beds, we provide both standard and custom products and services to satisfy the most demanding light measurement applications. Our innovative hyperspectral imaging systems are ideal for applications in microscopy and life sciences, benefitting such research techniques as immunohistochemistry, quantum dots (q-dots), and fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH). Fast and agile scanning by these systems make them well-suited for remote sensing, and defense and security applications.
(407)422-3171  http://www.olinet.com

Harris Corporation Electro-Optical Solutions
Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. With headquarters in Melbourne, Florida, the company has annual sales of $3.5 billion and nearly 14,000 employees – including more than 6,000 engineers and scientists – dedicated to the development of best-in-class assured communications™ products, systems, and services. The company's operating divisions serve markets for government communications, RF communications, broadcast communications, and microwave communications.
(321)727-4137 http://www.harris.com/

High Tech Photonics
JT Ingram Sales and Marketing provides the complete sales and marketing function to small companies. We find the customers giving them the time to produce and create great products. Our product line includes Fiber Optics and Fiber assemblies from the UV through 18um, Precision Laser Optics and Laser delivery systems, Instruments, detectors and light sources.
(800)335-5582. www.HT-Photonics.com

Imperx, Inc. -- Bronze Patron Member
Imperx, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures advanced, state-of-the-art imaging products. Our executive and R&D teams are recognized as world leaders in the field of digital imaging and communications. Our products are used in the machine vision, medical, defense, surveillance and astronomy markets. Imperx' products are used
wherever there is a need to capture high-resolution digital color or black/white images for both still and full-rate motion processing.
(561)989-0006 http://www.imperx.com/index.html/

JENOPTIK Optical Systems, Inc.
JENOPTIK Optical Systems specializes in rapid design and manufacture of custom precision lens assemblies for digital imaging and projection, life sciences, defense, security & aerospace, and astronomical research.  Design, optical fabrication, assembly, system alignment and optical testing are performed in-house in Jupiter, FL.  Projects include OEM serial production of tested assemblies and unique high precision assemblies.
(561)881-7400 http://www.coastalopt.com

L-3 Communications Advanced Laser Systems Technology
L-3 Communications Advanced Laser Systems Technology (L-3 ALST) designs, develops, and manufactures lasers and laser rangefinding systems. As an active center of laser and electro-optical system development, Central Florida provided the ideal environment for the creation of L-3 ALST. The founders, drawing on their extensive previous experience with companies such as Martin Marietta, International Laser Systems, and Laser Photonics, established the company in July 1987. After its incorporation, L-3 ALST developed a new laser product for medical applications, and eventually sold its entire medical laser business to Surgical Laser Technologies in 1990. For the last fourteen years, L-3 ALST has focused on the production of laser rangefinders for various specialized applications, including military surveillance, fire-control, navigation, laser altimetry, and interplanetary
space probes. The diversity of contracts in which L-3 ALST has participated distinguishes it from other companies in the laser industry.
(407)295-5878 http://www.l-3com.com/

Laser Focus World and BioOptics World

Laser Institute of America (LIA)
LIA is the professional society dedicated to advancing the application of lasers and laser safety worldwide and is a supporter of optics clusters worldwide. For more information about LIA programs, publications, educational programs, and individual and corporate memberships, go to
http://www.laserinstitute.org/ (407)380-1553

Lee Laser, Inc.
Lee Laser Incorporated was formed in 1984 as an OEM source for continuously-pumped and Q-switched Nd:YAG lasers for industry and science. Using the most reliable electronic and solid state laser technology, the Company designed the uniquely new Series 700 lasers to fill a market void created by existing products that had changed little over the previous 15 years. Today, Lee Laser's management and engineering staff averages more than 25 years experience in the design and manufacture of Nd:YAG lasers. To date, Lee Laser has delivered more than 8,000 Nd:YAG lasers to OEM system integrators worldwide. With a highly regarded laser product line that has exhibited consistent growth and strength each year since its inception, Lee Laser has become the largest OEM supplier of CW Nd:YAG lasers in the U.S. The Series 800 and Series LDP lasers have attracted considerable international attention; more than 50% of our lasers are ultimately shipped to end users outside of the U.S.
(407)812-4611 www.leelaser.com

LightPath Technologies
LightPath Technologies is a recognized leader in optical solutions for industrial, defense, communications, test and measurement, and medical applications. For over 20 years, LightPath has built a strong portfolio of optical components and technologies that serve these industries. These products include molded glass aspheric lenses, optical isolators, fused fiber collimators, and gradient index GRADIUM® lenses.
(407)382-4003 http://www.lightpath.com/

Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control develops, manufactures and supports advanced combat systems and missile, rocket and space systems. The company is the Corporation's lead business unit for research, development and production of electro-optic and smart munitions systems and is a pioneer in the field of versatile, high-performance missile and rocket technology. Defense customers include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps; and foreign nations approved by the U.S. Department of State. (407)356-2128 https://mfcbastion.external.lmco.com/missilesandfirecontrol/default.htm

Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF)
The Manufacturers Association of Cnetral Florida (MACF) is a non-profit organization enhancing the manufacturing industry in Central Florida. For two decades, MACF has worked to elevate the image of local manufacturing and provide its members with a competitive edge in today's business environment through the promotion of information and education. MACF is comprised of a dynamic group of companies and shares the vision of a business climate where both manufacturers and non-manufacturers can expand, prosper, and bring value to our community.
(407)897-3387 http://www.macf.biz
Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission
The Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission is an organization that helps business. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of today's industries and creating a competitive economic climate where businesses can thrive. To meet this goal, the EDC provides key services and support, which range from relocation and expansion expertise to export counsel to long-term planning with our community partners. Our charge is basically two-fold. To attract new business investment, we market the Orlando region worldwide as a top location for business. In addition, we work with local companies to assist them with expansion plans and other business concerns.
(407)422-7159 http://www.orlandoedc.com/

Naked Optics Corp.
Naked Optics delivers optical components and materials supporting a wide range of technical applications. Established in 2003, we utilize our combined 30+ years of optical, laser and materials technology experience to provide you with knowledgeable and reliable service.   We have offices in NJ, CO and FL and work around the clock to ensure your products and requests are handled with urgency. We partner with the finest manufacturers in the world to supply the following quality products at competitive prices.
(908)685-0352 http://www.nakedoptics.com

Northrop Grumman Laser Systems
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems is a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced electronics for military, civil and commercial use. The sector provides a variety of defense electronics and systems, airspace management systems, navigation systems, precision weapons, communications systems, marine systems, space systems, government systems and logistics services.
(321)354-3507 http://www.dsd.es.northropgrumman.com/laser/

Ocean Optics, Inc.
Ocean Optics is a leading supplier of solutions for optical sensing – fundamental methods of measuring and interpreting the interaction of light with matter. We enable diverse applications in medical and biological research, environmental monitoring, life science, science education, and entertainment lighting and display. Our extensive
line of complementary technologies includes spectrometers, chemical sensors, metrology instrumentation, optical fibers, and thin films and optics. Recognized as the inventor of miniature fiber optic spectroscopy, we’ve sold almost 100,000 spectrometers worldwide since 1992. Ocean Optics is part of the Halma Group of safety and detection companies, a United Kingdom-based multinational corporation with 2003 sales of nearly $550 million.
(727)733-2447 http://www.oceanoptics.com/homepage.asp

On Target Web Solutions:
On Target Web Solutions helps business owners to educate, empower and grow their company online. We can take your company to the next level through custom web design, internet & search engine marketing, reliable internet web hosting and more.
(407)830-4550   www.ontargetwebsolutions.com

Optics Professionals, LLC
Optics Professionals represent companies and individuals with common goals, the advancement and promotion of optics and imaging technologies and related industries. Our clients are involved in fields such as: Precision Optical Components & Systems, Optical Design & Fabrication, Remote Sensing & Imaging, Lighting & Illumination, Displays & Projection Systems, Metrology Instrumentation, Optical Coatings, Diffraction & Holographic Gratings, Space Borne Systems, Astronomy, Opto-mechanical Hardware, Optoelectronics and more. Optics Professionals is a member of National Personnel Associates (NPA), the worldwide recruiting network with over 350 affiliate offices around the world.
(585)672-5479 http://www.opticsprofessionals.com/home.aspx

Product Design Solutions, Inc.
Established in 1999, Product Design Solutions provides state of the art opto-mechanical design and prototyping services, offering turnkey design and prototyping capabilities and expertise in optical instrument and medical manufacturing equipment. Product Design Solutions have consistently demonstrated proven partners for low volume manufacturing, software and electronics developments.
(352)483-1244 http://www.productdesigns.com/

Ray Williamson Consulting
Throughout his 35 years in the precision optics industry, Ray Williamson has built a reputation as a practical, astute, and original problem-solver, skilled educator, and multidisciplinary advisor. His main areas of concentration include optical fabrication, metrology, polarization optics, and system configuration and design.  Following his positions as Engineering Manager and Quality Manager for several well-regarded firms, he has built a consulting practice characterized by responsiveness, honesty, communication, solution-orientation, and discretion. Please contact to discuss your situation:
(727)372-0346 http://www.ray-optics.com/

Tower Optical Corporation
Tower Optical Corporation is a premier manufacturer and producer of high quality precision optics, assemblies and lasers. Its stock and "build to spec" custom products are used in leading-edge photonics technology, electro-optics, lasers, telecommunications, medical instruments, optical imaging and optical computing. Products include, but are not limited to, crystal quartz waveplates and achromatic waveplates (retarders), lenses, prisms, beamsplitters, windows and mirrors. Founded in 1978, Tower has operated under its present ownership since 1997. Its customers represent a broad variety of companies and industries including military, aircraft, aerospace, medical, university researchers and key U.S. Department of Defense contractors. Tower is registered with the U.S. State Department to obtain export licenses as required.
(561)740-2525 http://www.toweroptical.com/

Triple Play Communications
Triple Play Communications (TPC) is a specialty marketing and design services company targeting innovative opto-electronic technology applications. We provide a full range of services from detailed optical market assessments to cost effective execution of the full product development life cycle.   Our market information is updated continuously and provides the necessary data to identify market trends and project sales forecasts.   TPC’s design services are extremely flexible allowing both small and full turnkey design projects. In a typical turnkey project, TPC is responsible for the entire development task, beginning with creation of requirements documents and continuing through qualification and setup of production at the customer’s desired manufacturing facility. Our team utilizes many years of high volume optical interface development experience to develop and qualify product design solutions meeting each customer’s unique needs.
(321)243-2671 http://3playcomm.com/home.html

UCF CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics
CREOL, The College of Optics & Photonics is recognized as one of the top three independent optics academic departments in the nation. The College offers interdisciplinary graduate programs leading to MS and Ph.D.
degrees in Optics. CREOL, The Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers, FPCE, the Florida Photonics Center of Excellence, and the Townes Laser Institute are research centers within the college. The College of Optics & Photonics has grown to an internationally recognized institute with 28 faculty members, 12 faculty with joint
appointments, 6 faculty with courtesy appointments, and 2 emeritus professors, 67 research scientists and 136 graduate students with research activities covering all aspects of optics, photonics, and lasers. The College is housed in a state-of-the-art 104,000 sq. ft. building dedicated to optics research and education.
(407)823-6800    www.optics.ucf.edu

UCF University Economic Development Department
UCF is the 7th largest university in the United States with over 45,000 students and has over 40 years of partnering with business. The diversity of the economic base of Florida and the Florida High Tech Corridor is a priority here at UCF. University Economic Development is here to assist technology-based companies explore
opportunities here at UCF. UCF has the connections that can help identify opportunities that can help a company
grow, or explore new or expanded operations here in Central Florida. If you are evaluating where to start or
expand your business, please take a moment to view our web site and then let us know how we can help. http://universityrelations.ucf.edu/economic_development/index.htm

UCF Photonics Incubator
The Photonics Incubator is part of the UCF Incubator Network and is located on the UCF campus within the facilities of CREOL & FPCE, The College of Optics and Photonics at the University of Central Florida. The Photonics Incubator is one of the ways that The College of Optics and Photonics fulfills one element of its mission, namely to “Aid the development of Florida’s and the nation’s high technology industries.” Companies in the Photonics Incubator have ready access to the CREOL faculty, graduate students, and CREOL laboratory facilities including the Nano-Fabrication CleanRoom and its Leica 5000 e-beam lithography instrument. In addition, the companies have ready access to other excellent UCF resources including the staff of the Office of Research and Commercialization and the Venture Lab in the College of Business.
(407)234-5900   www.creol.ucf edu/Partnerships/PhotonicsIncubator

UCF Office of Research & Commercialization
The UCF Office of Research & Commercialization ORC) serves UCF scholars as the official liaison between UCF and government and commercial sectors and by providing a helping hand for faculty as they work their way through the funding and contract management process. The Office helps establish connections with the agencies and individuals who invest in the promise of research and creative activities.
(407)823-5538 www.research.ucf.edu

UCF Technology Incubator
The UCF Business Incubator Program provides client companies with the experience and insight needed to create successful companies through relationships it has created with its network of experienced entrepreneurs, professional service providers, economic development partners, small business service providers, university experts as well as a dedicated staff. Since its founding in 1999, the UCF Business Incubation Program has helped more than 130 emerging companies (including 70 current clients) create over $500 million in annual revenue and more than 1000 new jobs with an average salary of $59,000. With seven facilities across the metro Orlando community, the Business Incubation Program is a collaboration in economic development between UCF, Orange County, the City of Orlando, Seminole County, the City of Winter Springs, Lake County, the City of Leesburg, and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council.
(407)882-0211 http://incubator.ucf.edu

University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is a large urban research university with optics and photonics research distributed throughout several interdisciplinary centers and institutes. USF is designated as a “Research University” by the Carnegie Foundation, and had over $300 million dollars in research grants during the past year. Optics and Photonics research span the disciplines of the College of Marine Science on Satellite IR imaging of ocean phytoplankton, development of new biosensors using LED fluorescence of bio markers at the Center for BioDefense, to research in DNA mapping using laser based genome sequencing at the Moffitt Cancer Center. Much of the technology and intellectual property can be developed through the USF Research Foundation for use by industry often located at the USF Research Park. Details of these and other research programs may be found at the USF web site at
www.usf.edu and at www.research.usf.edu. (813)974-3995

VLOC
VLOC is a recognized leader in the manufacture of precision optics and crystal components for visible and near infrared lasers. A leading supplier of optical components for the industrial, medical, scientific, instrumentation, military, and telecommunication markets. Vertically integrated from crystal growth through fabrication and coating, with offshore manufacturing capability and capacity.
(727)375-8562 http://www.vloc.com/vlochome.htm

Williams & Associates
Williams and Associates currently services approximately 2,300 clients throughout the United States and Mexico and is ranked in the top 1% nationally for promotional products companies. Williams and Associates has offices in Tucson, Phoenix, and Hawaii. We currently service approximately 2,300 clients throughout the United States and Mexico. Because of our size, we are in the enviable position of commanding excellent pricing from our vendors. This allows us to be very competitive. However, the main thrust of our business is customer service. Through our creativity and marketing skills, we have earned the respect and confidence of our clients and can respond quickly to their needs with optimum attention to details.
(520)745-8500; http://www.logoeditems.com