CVI Technical Optics Completes Integration of Quality Laser Optics.

ONCHAN, Isle of Man -- CVI Technical Optics is pleased to announce the completion of the integration of Quality Laser Optics (QLO). The QLO business, all people, and the equipment in Ballasalla were re-located into CVI's facility in Onchan.

"Within 12 weeks, we were able to re-arrange the Onchan facility, install and qualify all of the manufacturing equipment, and integrate all of the people. This is quite an achievement," praises Dr. Helmut Kessler, General Manager of CVI Technical Optics. "We heartily thank all of the staff for their hard work and commitment. We also thank our customers for their patience during this time."

CVI Technical Optics now boasts the largest polishing lap in the UK, capable of polishing optics up to 1 meter in diameter with a surface figure of lambda/10 over any 12" diameter (subject to material type, thickness of optic, and shape of optic). CVI Technical Optics uses a 12" Zygo interferometer to certify this exceptional performance.

Serving semiconductor, biotech, industrial, commercial, aerospace and research industries, CVI combines 30 years of optics manufacturing expertise with precision machining and mechanical design to produce integrated opto-mechanical assemblies. CVI is a leading manufacturer of optical components, providing engineering, rapid prototype delivery, high volume production, and system integration for challenging optical requirements. Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, CVI operates manufacturing facilities in New Mexico, California, the British Isles, and South Korea with sales representatives and distributors located worldwide.

For further information, please contact Chris Bridle, CVI Technical Optics, European Sales Manager, Second Avenue, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 4PA, by phone [phone] by e-mail at [e-mail], or visit the CVI website at www.cvilaser.com.