Fosta-Tek Optic Expands Its Molding Capability for Micro-Optics
Leominster, Massachusetts, June 7, 2005 - Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc., a manufacturer of high quality optical and OEM components from engineered resins, purchased two brand new state-of-the-art, 60 ton, Engle molding machines this year to support contracts for optical components assembled into a wide range of night vision devices. These applications demanded highly controlled, closed-loop molding machines, "ICM" (injection compression molding) with automatic self-adjusting features capable of adjusting to the slightest molding inconsistencies that typically occur within micro-molding applications. These molding machines also feature a "quick release" mechanism eliminating timely screw and barrel changes necessary to support varying shot sizes and resins.

Fosta-Tek is continually experimenting with other engineered resins to support future design and optic opportunities.

"Fosta-Tek has successfully completed the fulfillment of its first major micro-optic contract," said Jim LeBlanc, Senior Vice President, Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc.

While these machines were purchased with a specific customer in mind, it has also opened the door for new challenges and brand new ventures within the micro-optics markets where precision quality and tight optical tolerances are essential. Typical shot sizes for this market range from 2 to 20 grams with surface readings that are measured in wavelengths.

Since the fulfillment of this contract, Fosta-Tek has been awarded two additional purchase contracts and new production molds are currently being fabricated.

About Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc.
Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc. has grown to be one of the leaders in today’s competitive molded optics markets offering a wide range of capabilities including engineering, injection molding, protective coatings, thin film coatings and optical test methods. Serving a diverse customer base in industrial, consumer, medical, automotive, homeland security and military markets. Privately owned, Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc. is located in Leominster, Massachusetts.

Source: Fosta-Tek Optics, Inc.