Request InfoNYFORS Teknologi ABThe NYFORS SMARTSPLICER is a CO2 laser glass-processing system designed for the production of high-power and sensitive photonic components. It offers contamination-free end-capping, splicing, tapering, bundling, and many other glass-shaping processes. NYFORS provides auto-mated high-precision solutions for fiber preparation, such as stripping, cleaving, recoating, quality inspection/analyzing, and proof-testing. NYFORS also offers custom workcell automation solutions.See full productRelated content from Photonics MediaPRODUCTSPhotonics Spectra July 2019 IssueFiber Optic CamerasBaumer Electric AG has announced five new LX fiber optic camera models with 10-GigE Vision-compliant interfaces for use with optical cables. The cameras are ideal for applications requiring a...Photonics Showcase February 2021 IssuePolarization AnalyzerThe series SK010PA polarization analyzer is a comprehensive measurement system for free beam applications and fiber-coupling. 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