Syntec Technologies, the largest independent manufacturer of custom polymer optics in North America, and its subsidiary, Rochester Tool and Mold (RTM), announced they have merged under the name Syntec Optics to clarify their commitment to innovative optics. As Syntec Optics, the company said it will continue to provide optics and optoelectronic components manufacturing, optics mold and tooling manufacturing, injection molding, diamond turning, assembly and metrology, especially for defense, medical and biometrics applications. The company said it will expand its capabilities in producing finished crystal optics and implementing designs that combine glass and polymers. For more information, visit: www.syntecoptics.com