In anticipation of growth in the 3D imaging and sensing market, and to further enhance support of our Optical Security and Performance Products customers, VIAVI has completed construction of a new manufacturing plant and cleanroom facility in Henrietta, New York. The new plant replaces a facility formerly operated by RPC Photonics, which VIAVI acquired in 2018, tapping into the dynamic optics, photonics and imaging ecosystem in the Greater Rochester region.

VIAVI New Rochester Facility

The expanded facility provides enhanced product development and manufacturing capabilities, including a new state-of-the-art cleanroom. The investment further advances the VIAVI  position as a global leader in high-performance custom optics, providing light management solutions for the consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, and government markets.

The VIAVI acquisition of RPC Photonics expanded the company’s leadership in the 3D sensing space, which is further solidified with this expansion and modernization in Monroe County, New York. The Empire State Development (ESD) and Greater Rochester Enterprise organizations were instrumental in this expansion in a region renowned for its talent in optics technology.

BAE Systems Honors VIAVI

As further proof of VIAVI momentum in optical technologies, BAE Systems has awarded VIAVI a Gold Tier Award for exceptional performance and contributions to supply chain success in the BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector. VIAVI was selected from more than 2,200 suppliers that worked with the sector in 2019.

“VIAVI is proud and honored with the distinction as a Gold Tier Supplier in the Partner 2 Win awards by BAE Systems,” said Luke Scrivanich, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the VIAVI Optical Security and Performance Products business. “Our everyday mission is to deliver only the best high-precision optical coatings to the market, driving top performance of advanced systems that support our Armed Forces. We are committed to continued innovation and success in meeting optical challenges – simple and complex – with premium solutions.”

BAE Systems’ Partner 2 Win program is designed to achieve operational excellence and eliminate defects in its supply chain by raising the bar of performance expectations to meet the demand of current and future customers.

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