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LaCroix Precision Optics is pleased to announce that it is partnering with Zemax to offer the LaCroix Cost Estimator in Zemax OpticStudio.

The LaCroix Cost Estimator will provide an instant rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimate for prototype optics, assisting optical designers in achieving an estimate while designing their optics using Zemax OpticStudio.

Dear Valued Customer,

LaCroix Precision Optics continues to take appropriate actions to protect the health and safety of our employees at our facility from the Novel Coronavirus COVID-19. 

Dear valued customer,

LaCroix Precision Optics has been monitoring the rapidly changing conditions and new information about the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). We recognize the importance of continuing to serve our customers during this situation. While the company's highest priority is the health and well-being of our employees, we will make every effort to ensure our production lines are not interrupted. 

LaCroix Precision Optics was recently featured in the 2019 September issue of Photonics Spectra Magazine. The following is an excerpt from the magazine. 

Measuring Aspheres: Selecting 2D or 3D Metrology

An understanding of 2D and 3D metrology can help designers and manufacturers make the right choices when characterizing aspherical lenses.

JUSTIN TRACY, LACROIX PRECISION OPTICS

LaCroix Precision Optics was recently featured in the 2018 Fabrication Daily News magazine. The following is the excerpt from the magazine. 

LaCroix Precision Optics: Laser Asphere Frequently Asked Questions

Kenny Rains is a Technical Sales & Manufacturing Engineer for LaCroix Precision Optics. Rains has been with LaCroix for 3 years. Rains holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Masters of Engineering Management.

LaCroix Precision Optics is pleased to announce the promotion of Kirk Warden to President of the company, effective July 2, 2018. Ray LaCroix, Jr., who has served as President since 1985, will assume the role of Chairman of the Board.

2017 was a big year for LaCroix Precision Optics, with the addition of more shop space, an increase in total lenses produced and substantial growth in our workforce. These increases allow us to grow as a company to better suit the needs of our customers.

LaCroix Precision Optics is making progress on a new 13,750 square foot expansion project, building a stronger future upon the strength of our history.

This new video takes you on a virtual tour of our production facility in Batesville, Arkansas. Come along with us as we show you the various steps used to produce over 1 million precision optical components each year.