Manufacturing Today Issue - 221 February 2024 | Page 178

SAMUEL IS A LEADING METALS AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURER , PROCESSOR AND DISTRIBUTOR
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Specializing in custom optics and photonics , Syntec Optics Ltd ( Syntec ) has emerged as one of the largest optical manufacturers in the US . The company ’ s comprehensive range of services encompasses polymer and glass molding , diamond turning , precision machining , opto-mechanical and electrooptical clean room assembly , and optical coatings , all tailored for a wide range of optics and photonics applications . Syntec has revolutionized the industry by pioneering the manufacturing of optics from polymers , which enables cost and weight reduction while increasing the biocompatibility of the company ’ s optical systems . Vertically integrated from design to component manufacturing and assembly , Syntec is prepared to meet any program requirements , solidifying its position as a leading global supplier within the defense , bio-medical and consumer end markets . President and CEO , Joe Mohr , shares Syntec ’ s story .

“ Currently headquartered in Rochester , New York , Syntec was established over 20 years ago . Initially , Syntec began as a collective of three small companies dedicated to the optics and photonics space . However , in 2016 , these three companies merged into a single location , leading to the expansion of Syntec as a unified , larger company . Following that , Syntec focused on enhancing value for its customers through both vertical and horizontal integration ,” he begins .
Director of Sales , Sara Hart , elaborates on Syntec ’ s current product range . “ At the front end , we have a comprehensive design and engineering team that empowers us to support our customers with full system designs , as well as designs tailored for manufacturing and engineering . From there , we can provide components to our customers
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SAMUEL IS A LEADING METALS AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURER , PROCESSOR AND DISTRIBUTOR

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