HEAT WAVE

Here in South Carolina we have had over 20 days with 90+ weather. Weather like this makes us miss living in Colorado. This week our daughter in law is on business in Denver. I told her we can pick up the shop and move. I think for now we will stay put and make this our 20th year the best ever for Global Precision.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS

The manufacture of optical elements usually involves traditional processes encommpassing several technologies. These can be summarized as follows:

1. Raw Materials
2. Handling & Cleaning
3. Generating
4. Blocking
5. Grinding
6. Polishing
7. Centering, Edging, and Beveling
8. Inspection

After the optical element has passed through these processes, it is ready for the optical coating and for assembly into the optical instrument or system.

The beginning

Today is the first day of beginning the blog for Global Precision Optics. My plans are to keep our followers informed and on some days entertained. Since we are a small family owned company you may see from time to time a little about our family