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LightPath Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: LPTH) is a premier global provider of optics, photonics, and infrared solutions, with over 25 years of experience serving blue chip customers across the industrial, defense, telecommunications, testing and measurement, and medical industries. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes a comprehensive range of optical components such as molded glass aspheric lenses and assemblies, infrared lenses, thermal imaging assemblies, fused fiber collimators, and gradient index (GRADIUM®) lenses.
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, LightPath operates with manufacturing and sales offices in Dallas, Texas, Latvia, and China. The company’s vertically integrated approach ensures high levels of optical integration, cost efficiency, and superior quality.
LightPath is known for its proprietary materials, including the BlackDiamond™ (BD6) chalcogenide-based glass lenses, and has been recognized with the William C. Schwartz Industry Innovation Award for pioneering infrared optics manufacturing technologies. The company’s ISO 9001:2008 certification underscores its commitment to quality and excellence.
In recent developments, LightPath launched the BDNL-4, a new infrared glass material that is a key component in the chalcogenide glass series, designed to replace Germanium in infrared optics. This material, developed in collaboration with the US Naval Research Laboratories (NRL) and the US Department of Defense (DoD), offers significant advantages, including a negative thermo-optic coefficient for athermalization and multi-spectral capabilities.
The company has expanded its defense market presence, securing a European Defense license and achieving a 30% revenue increase from defense sales. LightPath has also introduced innovative products like the uncooled HS LWIR thermal camera and the Mantis™ camera for high-temperature process monitoring, positioning itself strongly in the rapidly growing defense and industrial markets.
LightPath’s strategic shift towards providing customized lens assemblies and advanced optical solutions, as evidenced by its collaboration with Lockheed Martin on a new missile program, marks a significant evolution from its traditional role as a components manufacturer. The company’s third-quarter financial results highlighted this transformation, with substantial investments in new materials, expanded production capacities, and a growing sales backlog, despite current revenue and gross margin challenges.
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LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) has announced a partnership between its subsidiary ISP Optics and Edmund Optics to provide global access to a wide range of high-quality optical components across 15 infrared materials. This collaboration aims to enhance ISP's global presence and streamline the integration of its offerings into existing systems. CEO Sam Rubin highlighted that this e-commerce initiative will bolster OEM business relationships and allow clients to leverage ISP's infrared portfolio more effectively. Customers will enjoy off-the-shelf access to ISP Optics' catalog through Edmund Optics, who will also support low-volume projects.
LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) will be presenting at the Ladenburg Thalmann Technology Expo 2023 on April 27th at 11:00 AM ET in New York. CEO Sam Rubin and CFO Al Miranda will lead the presentation, which can be accessed through a live webcast.
LightPath specializes in manufacturing optical and infrared technologies for various industries, including defense and telecommunications. The company's offerings include molded glass aspheric lenses, infrared lenses, and custom optical assemblies. Additionally, its subsidiary, ISP Optics, focuses on high-performance infrared products.
The expo will feature around 50 technology companies discussing various sectors, including media and content-tech and hardware and defense-tech. Interested parties can contact the expo organizers for further details.
LightPath Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:LPTH) announced progress on its facilities expansion in Orlando, Florida, aimed at transitioning from a components manufacturer to a complete solutions provider. CEO Sam Rubin noted that construction has disrupted production and delayed deliveries more than expected during the fiscal third quarter. However, phase one of the expansion is expected to align with increasing demand in the defense sector. The expansion is partly funded by a $2.4 million tenant improvement allowance and $2.5 million from the company’s resources. Completion is anticipated in the second half of 2023, enhancing production capacity for infrared imaging and solutions.
LightPath Technologies (NASDAQ:LPTH) announced its participation in the MicroCap Rodeo Winter Wonderland Best Ideas Virtual Investor Conference from February 21-24, 2023. CEO Sam Rubin will present and engage in one-on-one meetings on February 23 and 24. The conference aims to provide insights into under-the-radar investment opportunities. LightPath specializes in optics, photonics, and infrared solutions across various sectors, including defense and telecommunications. For further details or to schedule a meeting, visit the event's website.
LightPath Technologies (LPTH) announced its fiscal Q2 2023 results ending December 31, 2022, reporting revenue of $8.5 million, an 8% decline from the previous year. The company's gross margin improved to 38% from 30%, driven by a favorable product mix. Notable developments include the introduction of the Mantis infrared camera and the qualification of its BD6 material for space applications, contributing to a backlog of $29.4 million. Despite a net loss of $694,000, LightPath raised $10 million through a secondary offering to enhance manufacturing capabilities and reduce debt. CEO Sam Rubin highlighted significant growth in defense-related revenue.
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