Month: October 2023

Midwest Optical Systems Expands Operations with a New Manufacturing Facility in Southeast Wisconsin

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Aimed to Boost Production and Meet Rising Demand for Optical Filters

PALATINE, Ill. (October 20, 2023) – Midwest Optical Systems (MidOpt®), an industry leader in machine vision filters and optical solutions, announced the opening of its second location, a manufacturing facility in southeast Wisconsin.

With over three decades of experience and innovation in optical design, fabrication, and inspection, MidOpt® has been at the forefront of providing high-quality products designed specifically for machine vision applications. The new facility is part of the company’s strategic expansion plan to meet the growing demand for their products worldwide.

“We are thrilled about this significant milestone,” said MidOpt® President Mike Giznik. “The new manufacturing facility will not only allow us to increase our production capacity but also enhance our ability to deliver innovative and customized solutions faster.”

The new state-of-the-art facility features advanced machinery and technology that will enhance all facets of production from prototyping to large volume manufacturing runs. This includes the manufacturing of proprietary MidOpt® StablEDGE® Filters, which offer superior wavelength control at any angle – critical as machine vision imaging moves toward more compact inspection layouts.

“Expanding our operations signals our commitment to serving our customers better by ensuring we can meet their needs quickly and efficiently,” Mike added. “We look forward to continuing to produce cutting-edge optical filter technologies that elevate machine vision capabilities across the industry.”

About Midwest Optical Systems

Midwest Optical Systems (MidOpt®) has more than 30 years of experience and innovation in the fields of optical design, fabrication, and inspection. As a worldwide leader in machine vision filters and optical solutions, they are represented in over 30 countries and offer more than 3,000 cutting-edge products. From optical bandpass filters to custom optics, MidOpt® is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in optical technology. For more information, visit midopt.com.

The new MidOpt® North production facility in Delavan, Wisconsin

Protect your machine vision system with optical grade Acrylic windows

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MidOpt® offers a glass alternative filter line that is commonly used for potentially harsh environments, as well as food-safe inspection applications, such as those regulated by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). These regulations prohibit glass in the inspection area. Acrylic windows are lightweight but impact resistant to provide a high-level of protection for your application while meeting these safety needs.

MidOpt offers a variety of high transmission (between 90-98%) acrylics that can be laser-cut to your precise specifications. These Acrylic windows are also available in threaded mounts from M22.5 to M105.

These MidOpt Acrylic windows have an Anti-Reflective coating that maximizes for maximum transmission, and the Oleophobic coating offered on the AC370 and AC400 prevents smudges and resists the buildup of oils and moisture and also helps aid cleaning.

MidOpt also offers Acrylic for Near-Infrared (NIR) applications, such as the AC760 and AC800, which passes only NIR light while blocking visible light. These filters are are well-suited for use with illumination in the 880nm and 940nm range. In addition, MidOpt also offers the AC900 and AC915 Acrylic filters for applications operating in Short-wave Infrared (SWIR).

View our complete line of Acrylic filter options here, or visit our Distributor page to find a distributor near you.