In recent years there has been a growing trend towards use of aspheric elements in optical designs. Aspheric optics can be a great choice as they help to reduce spherical aberrations. The problem is...

Starting from our range of proven fixed focus lens designs – we can quickly design and produce custom fixed focus radiation tolerant lenses fully optimised to produce the best results from your...

We’ve produced a short guide detailing the key considerations when selecting a lens optimised for your vision application. Your vision lens selection process should involve identifying the target...

As part of our program of investment we have recently completed a major refurbishment of the clean room area at our Chesham, UK headquarters. In addition to installing a new, higher specification...

Optical inspection and sorting systems are widely used to identify products not fit for consumption. In a recent interview with PCN Europe – Mark Pontin discussed why inspection and sorting system...

Camera sensor size is one of the most important factors in determining overall camera performance and image quality. Increasingly nuclear monitoring system integrators are using 1-inch sensors in...

A: We are constantly looking at ways of improving product quality using a suite of in-house testing equipment and on-the-job training for our skilled production technicians. We use a next generation...

A: When exposed to Gamma or X-ray radiation most optical materials will change colour, typically dark brown, resulting in almost total loss of transmission. Fortunately, there are some standard...

Lens adapters can provide a cost-effective solution for achieving the desired field of view (FOV) or image format from a prime lens in a camera or sensor system. Unfortunately, most commercially...