Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) to Manufacture over $1M in Advanced Optics for Next Generation U.S. Defense Integrated Optics System
Enabling higher accuracy for the Smart Optics System
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK, July 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX), a mission-critical supplier of scientific and technical instruments and defense and aerospace optics to OEMs, today announced it is scheduling to manufacture orders for two critical optics that fit in the next generation military optics systems. Such new systems provided by the customer integrate several advanced technologies, including a variable magnification optic, laser rangefinder, visible and infrared lasers, a digital display overlay, and several other sensing and calculating abilities.
Syntec’s mission-critical optics deliveries of nearly $900,000 are scheduled for twelve months. Orders will likely increase in the following years and are anticipated to last over a decade.
Syntec utilized its unique replicative glass molding capabilities for one critical optic and ultra-precise nano machining capability for the second optic. The initial development and early production orders for such advanced optics field tests began nearly twelve months ago. Syntec Optics honed its unique processes during proof-of-concept and production ramp tests.
“I am excited to see how the Syntec Optics team uniquely produces two intricate optics using advanced manufacturing techniques. Syntec is glad to support our customer by providing an advanced integrated optics system atop new defense equipment. With added optics system, the Army can now take full advantage of its next-generation equipment as it attempts to replace half a century old equipment,” said Louie Salinas, Program Manager at Syntec Optics.
Syntec’s molded glass and nano-machined optics fit into the customer’s integrated optic system. The system is like a computer calculating range, ballistics, atmospherics, directional information, digital overlay, and wireless features, and it can also link to the Army’s new smart goggles.
“The team at Syntec appreciates the opportunity to contribute to a device that significantly increases accuracy,” added retired Master Sergeant Salinas, a former member of Army Special Operations Command and two-time recipient of the Purple Heart for combat actions during the Global War on Terrorism.
About Syntec Optics
Syntec Optics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTX), headquartered in Rochester, NY, is one of the largest custom optics and photonics manufacturers in the United States. Operating for over two decades, Syntec Optics runs a state-of-the-art facility with extensive core capabilities of various optics manufacturing processes, both horizontally and vertically integrated, to provide a competitive advantage for mission-critical OEMs. Syntec Optics recently launched new products, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite optics, lightweight night vision goggle optics, biomedical equipment optics, and precision microlens arrays. To learn more, visit www.syntecoptics.com.
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Sara Hart
Investor Relations
SOURCE: Syntec Optics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTX)
