Access Optics to Present on Contrast Optimization at Zemax Conference
TULSA, Oklahoma, October 22, 2018 — Access Optics’ Vice President of Business + Technology Development, Bob Householder, will present on Access Optics’ Use of Contrast Optimization in Micro Imaging Systems at the Envision 2018 Zemax Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 5, 2018, at 4:00 pm.
Taking a practical approach, the seminar will outline Access Optics’ use of Contrast Optimization in the development of micro imaging systems.
These micro imaging systems are commonly used in robotic surgery, endoscopic surgery and precision small-scale imaging in defense, industrial and commercial markets.
With the introduction of the Contrast Optimization feature in 2017, imaging system designers have another option for targeting imaging quality. The new technique is not only an alternate to direct MTF optimization, but speed and performance improvements are possible. A comparison will be made using other optimization methods and will review results using an alternate lens design program.
To schedule a meeting at the Zemax Conference or to see how Access Optics can help with your micro imaging requirements, please contact Bob directly at bhouseholder@accessoptics.com.
About Access Optics LLC Access Optics (AO) has been a part of the photonics and precision optics and thin film coating industry for nearly 20 years. AO is committed to advancing next-generation disposable, endoscopic, and robotic surgical imaging devices along with best in class Military/ITAR tactical imaging devices. During that time, AO has created a tremendous value chain as our team has contributed to world-class design, engineering, and assembly of products that have improved surgical outcomes for millions of patients around the globe. AO is an FDA-registered manufacturer, ISO13485:2016 certified for medical devices, and ITAR registered. For more information about AO, visit www.accessoptics.com.
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Access Optics Announces Appointment of Vice President, Business + Technology Development
TULSA, Oklahoma, October 23, 2018 — Access Optics LLC today announced the appointment of Bob Householder to the newly created position of Vice President, Business + Technology Development. Householder’s responsibilities include development of surgical imaging designs for robotic and endoscopic medical applications and designs for precision optical imaging for military/ITAR applications. Additionally, Householder will focus on customer management plus strategic partnerships and acquisitions. Householder reports to Bob Hogrefe, Access Optics’ President and CEO.
Bob Householder joins Access Optics [AO] as Vice President, Business + Technology Development.
“Householder brings fresh perspective to AO that is complemented by his marketing background and cross-functional optics design experience for medical devices and LED imaging,” Hogrefe said. “We are very pleased to have him on our team. We look forward to Householder’s contributions as AO undertakes new markets for disposable surgical devices. His customer management prowess and technical expertise will also enhance AO’s current manufacture of reusable and reposable surgical imaging devices for endoscopic and robotic surgeries. Householder’s significant optics design experience will also deepen AO’s tactical imaging capabilities for Military and ITAR work.”
Householder brings with him 20+ years knowledge of precision optics and LED technology trends, intellectual property, and product applications. He holds degrees in Optics from Rochester Institute and Tufts University.
About Access Optics LLC
Access Optics (AO) has been a part of the photonics and precision optics and thin film coating industry for nearly 20 years. AO is committed to advancing next-generation disposable, endoscopic, and robotic surgical imaging devices along with best in class Military/ITAR tactical imaging devices. During that time, AO has created a tremendous value chain as our team has contributed to world-class design, engineering, and assembly of products that have improved surgical outcomes for millions of patients around the globe. AO is an FDA-registered manufacturer, ISO13485:2016 certified for medical devices, and ITAR registered. For more information about AO, visit www.accessoptics.com.
Access Optics Granted ISO 13485:2016 Certification
BROKEN ARROW, OKLAHOMA (August 20, 2018)-Access Optics LLC. [AO], a leading OEM supplier for medical device and defense optics, announces their ISO 13485:2016 certification for Medical Device and Quality Management Systems. This certification is a requirement for regulatory purposes and is an international standard that outlines the requirements for a quality management system specific to the medical devices industry.
According to AO’s certifying body, BSI, the new standard supports the design of a quality management system that establishes and maintains the effectiveness of a manufacturer’s processes to ensure the consistent design, development, production, installation, and delivery of medical devices, or related services, that are safe for their intended purpose.
“Our efforts to upgrade Access Optics’ quality management system to the new 2016 certification have helped us optimize a number of processes which will benefit both Access Optics in managing quality as well as assuring our customers of our continued commitment to quality throughout our organization,” said Robert Hogrefe, President + CEO of Access Optics.
AO is one of the few manufacturers to be both ISO 13485:2016 certified and ITAR registered. This gives AO the advantage to solve bigger challenges, taking them deeper into applications for surgical imaging and into new applications for the U.S. Military and Department of Homeland Security.
Key changes to ISO 13485:2016 include:
- Alignment of global regulatory requirements.
- Inclusion of risk management and risk-based decision making throughout the quality management system.
- Additional requirements and clarity concerning validation, verification, and design activities.
- Strengthening of supplier control processes.
- Increased focus regarding feedback mechanisms.
For two decades AO has provided exceptional precision optics and medical devices to the leading manufacturers of surgical imaging systems across the world. With a combined experience of more than 150 years, the management team at AO is fully equipped to bring the medical device industry into the next frontier of optics.