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Andover Knowledge

Product and application insights from our optical technology experts

Join our engineering team for an up-close look at optical filter technology and manufacturing excellence. Learn how Andover's expertise translates into superior optical solutions.
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Beamsplitter Basics

Discover how beamsplitters divide incoming light, their importance in applications like laser systems and microscopy, and the differences between cube and plate beamsplitters. Learn how optical coatings optimize performance for high-precision needs.

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Chalcogenide Glass

As germanium becomes more expensive and harder to source, many industries are turning to chalcogenide glass as a reliable, lightweight, and cost-effective alternative.

In this episode of Andover Knowledge, we’ll explore the unique benefits of chalcogenide glass, and its benefits in applications for defense, industrial imaging, and laser systems,.

Andover Insight Videos

Watch, learn, and understand optical solutions

Welcome to Andover Corporation's video resource center, where complex optical concepts become clear through expert demonstrations, manufacturing insights, and practical application examples. Explore our growing library of technical content.
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Andover Insights: The Foundations of Optical Filters and Coatings
In part 1 of our Andover Insights series, we meet Mike Tiner, CEO of Andover Corporation, and introduce the basics of optical coatings, the importance of substrate preparation, and Andover Corporation's impressive capabilities.
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Andover Insights: Precision Processes - From Coatings to Quality Testing
In the second installment of our seminar series, CEO Mike Tiner highlights Andover’s diverse coating technologies, fabrication processes, and rigorous quality testing to meet unique customer specifications.
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Andover Insights: Choosing the Right Substrate
In the third installment of our seminar series, Andover Corporation's Mike Tiner explores one of the most important steps to "solving the puzzle" when it comes to the perfect optical filter or coating for the customer: selecting the proper base material, known commonly as the "substrate".
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Andover Insights: Balancing Quality and Cost
In Chapter 4 of Andover Insights, we explore which criteria and requirements of optical filters and coatings affect the cost, and what types of considerations can result in the most effective and durable coatings at the best price point.
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Andover Insights: Sputtering Technologies
In Chapter 6 of our series, we explore and comparemagnetron sputtering, e-beam technology, and resistance evaporation and their impact on manufacturing and final product quality.
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Andover Insights: Case Studies with Lockheed Martin & Boeing
In the final chapter of our "Andover Insights" series, COO Mike Tiner leads us through two fascinating case studies with prime contractors Lockheed Martin and Boeing. Discover how Andover Corporation tackled complex engineering challenges to develop innovative optical solutions for these industry leaders.

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