Omega Optical
Acquisition in 2020
Omega Optical, LLC is a manufacturer based in Brattleboro, Vermont, specializing in custom thin-film interference filters and coatings that span from ultraviolet to far infrared. Since its incorporation in 1968, the company has developed a wide array of optical products, including band pass filters, beam splitters, dichroics, and fiber tip optical coatings. These products cater to diverse markets such as medical diagnostics, where they are used in point-of-care instrumentation and real-time patient monitoring, as well as industrial applications like environmental monitoring and machine vision systems. Additionally, Omega Optical serves the defense, aerospace, and astronomy sectors, providing solutions for infrared vision systems and ground-based telescope systems. The company's expertise extends to applications in fluorescence microscopy, spectrometry, and photolithography, making it a key player in the optical filter industry.
Superior Technical Ceramics
Acquisition in 2018
Superior Technical Ceramics Corp. specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of technical ceramics. Founded in 1898 and based in St. Albans, Vermont, the company offers a diverse range of standard products, including alumina tubes, rods, plates, disks, and various fasteners, as well as custom ceramics tailored to specific client needs. Superior Technical Ceramics' products are utilized in demanding applications across multiple industries, including aviation, aerospace, military, oil and gas, scientific instrumentation, telecommunications, and medical sectors. The company is recognized for its advanced ceramic technologies, which are suitable for high heat, corrosive environments, thermal management, mechanical wear challenges, and electrical insulation requirements. Through ongoing investment in equipment and skilled personnel, Superior Technical Ceramics provides precise solutions for customers facing complex engineering problems.