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Qioptiq Buying Point Source

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LUXEMBOURG, Feb. 19, 2008 -- Optical systems manufacturer Qioptiq announced today that it is strengthening its laser capabilities by acquiring Point Source Ltd., a producer of fiber-optic laser delivery systems and lasers. Point Source is based in Hamble, England, employs 70 people and generated approximately $22 million in revenue for 2007. It specializes in fiber-optic laser delivery systems and lasers for commercial applications in biotechnology and semiconductor manufacturing, offering single-mode laser-to-fiber couplers and fiber-coupled lasers in the ultraviolet, visible and near-infrared wavelengths....Read full article

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    Published: February 2008
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