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Optics & Photonics

Worldwide OptoTech Network

Experts for the optics of tomorrow

The highest precision, the need for ever smaller optics and the demand for sustainable materials – our experts understand the requirements of tomorrow’s optical systems. Whether used in space telescopes, in endoscopy, or in co-packaged optics (CPO) for AI Data Centers, every optical application comes with its own unique challenges. A wide variety of materials, geometries, tolerances, and product architectures require not only an individual approach to manufacturing, assembly, and test, but also an extensive range of machinery and equipment.

Fortunately, with the OptoTech, Pulsar Photonics and AIXEMTEC brands under one roof, we are ideally positioned to provide innovative manufacturing, machining and high-precision assembly and test solutions for optical and electro-optical systems from a single source.

System solutions for optics manufacturing, laser micromachining and photonics packaging and test

Whether you want to process ophthalmic lenses, laser optics or camera optics – our specialists at OptoTech offer one of the most comprehensive product ranges for optical manufacturing, covering the entire production line from grinding to measuring and coating. In the field of laser micromachining, Pulsar Photonics expands the portfolio with high-precision systems based on short and ultra-short pulse laser technology. For automated assembly, active alignment and end-of-line testing of photonic components and systems, AIXEMTEC complements the Schunk Group with flexible modular reconfigurable high-speed automation platforms engineered for demanding markets like automotive, medical and datacom including co-packaged optics (CPO). AIXEMTEC enables sub-micron positioning and adhesive bonding – from R&D and pilot lines to fully automated high-volume production solutions. Together, we provide end-to-end solutions across the optical and photonic value chain – from material processing to precision assembly and functional test. Our service teams work globally in Europe, the Americas, and in Asia.

World market leader in optical manufacturing

With the most extensive product range in the world, OptoTech serves all manufacturing areas from super-micro, micro and macro to plano and ophthalmic optics. OptoTech always offers the complete production line from grinding, centering and polishing to measuring and coating.

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Full-range supplier for laser micromachining

Pulsar Photonics develops and produces machines and systems for material processing with short and ultra-short pulse lasers. This technology opens up completely new possibilities in the processing of optical components with the highest precision and quality.

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Packaging, inspection, and testing for the mass market in photonics

AIXEMTEC offers industry solutions for the mass production of photonic components: packaging, inspection, and testing with the highest precision and speed. Check out our end-to-end platform solution for cable harnesses for Co-packaged Optics (CPO) covering AOI, active alignment, precision bonding, and CPO-optimized thermal curing as an integrated solution with high autonomy. As part of the Schunk Group we are able to scale machine production to the demand of the most demanding markets. AIXEMTEC develops modular micro-assembly and test platforms for the automated production of photonic components and systems. From fiber-to-chip coupling and PIC packaging to VCSEL/laser modules and camera optics. Our latest end-to-end platform for co-packaged optics (CPO) cable harnesses integrates AOI, closed-loop active alignment with sub-micron accuracy, precision bonding, and CPO-optimized thermal curing with high autonomy. Our platform architectures scale from feasibility and prototyping to 24/7 high-volume turnkey manufacturing. The Schunk Group is used to scaling machine production to hundreds of units per year in order to meet the demands of dynamic markets.

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