Micro-LAM Technologies
Micro-LAM Technologies, founded in 2012 and acquired by IDEX Corporation in July 2025, manufactures patented laser-assisted diamond turning systems (OPTIMUS T2), ultra-precision diamond cutting tools (M10 Edge), and custom precision optical components (603 OPTX, BOLT) for defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics manufacturers worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersPortage, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Micro-LAM Technologies does
Micro-LAM Technologies, Inc. is a privately-held advanced manufacturing company (acquired by IDEX Corporation in July 2025) founded in 2012 as a spin-off from Western Michigan University and headquartered in Portage, Michigan. The company develops, manufactures, and services patented laser-assisted machining (LAM) technology, anchored by its OPTIMUS T2 system, which delivers a laser through a diamond tool to machine difficult-to-cut materials such as ceramics, silicon, glass, fused silica, BK7, Zerodur, and exotic metals on existing diamond-turning machines. Micro-LAM monetizes across three interconnected brands: OPTIMUS T2 hardware (and VIOS, HALO+, HAWK-i accessories) sold primarily as retrofits; M10 Edge ultra-precision diamond cutting tools and tool relap services manufactured in Stevenage, UK; and 603 OPTX custom optical component fabrication (diamond turning, polishing, coating, assembly) in Keene, NH, supported by the BOLT service for fast-turnaround diamond-turned glass optics.
The company serves manufacturers in defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, medical, vision care, consumer electronics, and safety/security, with end applications spanning defense optical systems, photonics, automotive sensors, medical devices, and consumer optics. Micro-LAM's IP portfolio is broad, with patents granted or pending in 14 jurisdictions and trademarks across the US, UK, and EU. GTM is enterprise-direct with a quote-based RFQ sales model, augmented by channel partnerships — most notably DKSH in China, the PACE joint venture with AMETEK (Taylor Hobson, Precitech, Zygo) in the UK, and a Riga-based Sales & Support Engineer for European coverage. Operational certifications include ISO 9001 and ITAR registration at the 603 OPTX subsidiary, enabling defense business. Additional revenue streams include process development, feasibility analysis, metrology, and tooling maintenance services. Micro-LAM operates 30,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing in Portage and additional facilities in Keene, Stevenage, Shanghai, and Riga, with 51-100 employees. The company has raised approximately $15.1M cumulatively across NSF SBIR grants, angel rounds (IrishAngels, Michigan Rise, Grand Angels), and venture funding (Beringea-led $5.5M Series B in 2020 and a $4.53M exempt offering in 2023).
Micro-LAM Technologies firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Micro-LAM Technologies
- Legal name
- MICRO-LAM, Inc.
- Website
- https://micro-lam.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Acquired
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Micro-LAM Technologies, founded in 2012 and acquired by IDEX Corporation in July 2025, manufactures patented laser-assisted diamond turning systems (OPTIMUS T2), ultra-precision diamond cutting tools (M10 Edge), and custom precision optical components (603 OPTX, BOLT) for defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics manufacturers worldwide.
- Ownership category
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Micro-LAM Technologies industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Precision Machining Equipment
- NAICS
- Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)
- SIC
- Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Sheet Metal Machinery (Laser/Plasma/Waterjet Cutting, Punching) (IMAHADAD)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Optics & Laser/Light Engine Components (Lenses, Galvos, Laser Modules, UV Engines) (IMAAAIAC)
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Where Micro-LAM Technologies is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Portage
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices5 records
Markets served
Micro-LAM Technologies business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Laser-Assisted Machining Systems (OPTIMUS): Sale of OPTIMUS T2 laser-assisted machining systems as retrofit solutions for existing diamond-turning machines. One-time hardware sale with associated accessories and peripherals.
- Ultra-Precision Diamond Tools (M10 Edge): Sale of ultra-precision diamond cutting tools including natural and synthetic diamond tools. Also includes tool relap (repair and sharpening) services with guaranteed 3-day maximum turnaround.
- Custom Optics Manufacturing (603 OPTX): Fabrication of precision optical components from prototype to production volumes, including diamond turning, polishing, coating, and assembly services. Turnkey optical component solutions.
- Application Services and Process Development: Feasibility analysis, process development for complex parts, cutting tool performance evaluation, ultra-precision metrology, material characterization, and custom engineered laser-assisted services.
- Tool Maintenance and Support: Specialty equipment maintenance plans, tool repair and relap services, and ongoing support to keep customer operations running smoothly.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom Quote-Based Pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels5 records
Micro-LAM Technologies product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Micro-LAM Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells patented laser-assisted machining systems (OPTIMUS T2) that deliver a laser through a diamond tool to machine difficult-to-cut materials with extreme precision on existing diamond-turning machines. The company also produces ultra-precision diamond cutting tools (M10 Edge brand), and provides custom precision optics manufacturing (603 OPTX) along with application engineering, process development, metrology, and tooling maintenance services for defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics manufacturers worldwide.
Product overview
Micro-LAM offers a portfolio of three interconnected brands: OPTIMUS T2 (patented laser-assisted machining system), M10 Edge (ultra-precision diamond cutting tools from UK), and 603 OPTX (custom precision optics). OPTIMUS T2 delivers laser-assisted diamond turning through proprietary laser-transmitting diamond tools. M10 Edge supplies the Opto-Mechanical Diamond Tools (OMDT) required for OPTIMUS systems. 603 OPTX provides custom optical components from prototyping through production. The BOLT service enables diamond-turned glass optics with fast turnaround. Services include application development, process optimization, metrology, and tooling maintenance across defense, aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics markets.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- M10 Edge: Ultra-precision diamond cutting tools brand, developed in Stevenage, UK with complementary production and repair capabilities in Michigan, USA
- 603 OPTX
- OPTIMUS
- BOLT
Products and services
- OPTIMUS T2 Laser-Assisted Machining System Patented laser-assisted machining device that delivers a laser through a diamond tool to machine difficult-to-cut materials with extreme precision. It retrofits existing diamond-turning machines and is used by defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, and medical manufacturers.
- M10 Edge Ultra-Precision Diamond Cutting Tools Brand of ultra-precision diamond cutting tools including natural and synthetic diamond tools and Opto-Mechanical Diamond Tools (OMDT) for laser-assisted machining. Manufactured in Stevenage, UK, with complementary production and repair in Michigan, USA, and serves electro-optics, vision care (spectacle/contact/IOL), and laser-assisted machining customers.
- 603 OPTX Custom Optics Manufacturing Custom precision optical components manufacturer specializing in diamond-turned optics from metals, IR crystalline materials, and polymer substrates. Provides turnkey optical components from blanking through coating. Serves defense, aerospace, medical, photonics, and electro-optics manufacturers.
- BOLT Diamond-Turned Glass Optics Service Diamond-turned glass optics service using patented laser-assisted machining technology for lightning-fast turnaround of custom optics in spheres, aspheres, and freeform geometries. Delivers 2-3x faster delivery times than industry standards and targets photonics and electro-optics customers needing fast custom optics.
- Application Services and Process Development Engineering services including feasibility analysis, process development for complex parts, cutting tool performance evaluation, ultra-precision metrology, material characterization, and custom engineered laser-assisted services for manufacturers working with hard-to-machine materials.
- Tool Maintenance, Relap and 8-Point Inspection Services Specialty equipment maintenance plans, diamond tool repair and relap services with 3-day maximum turnaround, and 8-point comprehensive diamond tool inspection for ultra-precision tools used by customers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Tool life extension for difficult-to-machine materials
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Micro-LAM Technologies
Customer profileSegments7 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Micro-LAM Technologies technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature12 records
Micro-LAM Technologies partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- Deepak Menon (Founder)coreDeepak Menon, Ph.D. is the CEO and founder of Micro-LAM. He pursued and completed a Ph.D. in laser assisted machining, received Federal (SBIR) and state grants, and led the first successful industry beta test. He considers the IDEX acquisition a defining moment and continues to lead the operation.
- DKSHmajorDKSH serves as a distribution partner for Micro-LAM in China, operating a precision machine showroom in Shanghai. DKSH received extensive training from Micro-LAM on system operation and customer support. The partnership enables local market access and customer support in the Chinese market.
- AMETEK (Taylor Hobson, Precitech, Zygo)majorMicro-LAM joined three key business units in AMETEK's Ultra-Precision Technology group to form the Precision Advancement Center of Excellence (PACE) in the United Kingdom. PACE provides centralized capabilities for superior diamond turning, tooling and metrology for the European market. Micro-LAM supplies OPTIMUS laser-assisted systems and experienced applications specialists.
- 603OPTX, Inc.coreMicro-LAM acquired 603OPTX, Inc. in December 2020. 603OPTX specializes in optical fabrication and precision optical components manufacturing. The acquisition extended R&D, prototyping and preproduction capabilities to Micro-LAM customers. 603OPTX founders have over 50 years of combined optical fabrication experience.
- M10 Edge Ltd.coreM10 Edge Ltd. was formed in 2019 in Stevenage, United Kingdom, manufacturing ultra-precision diamond cutting tools. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Micro-LAM, providing complementary production and repair capabilities alongside Micro-LAM headquarters in Michigan, USA.
- Western Michigan UniversityminorMicro-LAM was founded as a spin-off from Western Michigan University in 2012, based on technology developed through academic research.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Micro-LAM Technologies competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- AMETEK (Precitech): AMETEK's Precitech division manufactures ultra-precision diamond turning machines that directly compete with and serve as the host platform for Micro-LAM's OPTIMUS retrofit. AMETEK is both a partner (via PACE) and a competitor in diamond turning systems.
- Moore Nanotechnology Systems: MITS (Nanotech) builds ultra-precision diamond turning and micro-machining systems targeting optics, semiconductors, and aerospace — the same core market Micro-LAM serves. Both retrofit and sell complete precision machining platforms for hard-to-cut optical materials.
- OptiPro Systems: OptiPro manufactures precision optical machining and grinding equipment, including optics production systems, and competes with Micro-LAM in the precision optics manufacturing equipment market serving aerospace, defense, and photonics customers.
- Taylor Hobson (AMETEK): Taylor Hobson, part of AMETEK's Ultra-Precision Technology group, supplies precision metrology and surface measurement instruments used alongside diamond turning. Co-located with Micro-LAM in the PACE partnership and competes in the broader precision optics workflow.
- Schneider Optical Machines: Schneider Optical Machines manufactures precision optics manufacturing equipment including grinding, polishing, and centering machines used by the same optics manufacturers that buy Micro-LAM tooling and OPTIMUS systems.
- Satisloh: Satisloh provides precision optics manufacturing equipment (lens processing, coating, metrology) and competes for the same lens-maker and optical component customers that Micro-LAM serves through M10 Edge diamond tools and 603 OPTX.
Broad incumbents
- Jenoptik: Jenoptik is a larger established photonics and optics manufacturer with broad capabilities in precision optical components, laser materials processing, and metrology, overlapping with Micro-LAM's customer base in defense, semiconductor, and medical optics.
- Coherent (formerly II-VI): Coherent is a large materials, optics, and laser company with extensive precision optics and laser processing capabilities, serving similar aerospace, defense, and semiconductor customers as Micro-LAM but at materially greater scale.
Emerging players
- Thorlabs: Thorlabs manufactures and distributes a wide range of photonics and optical components, including precision optics and OEM manufacturing services, intersecting with Micro-LAM's custom optics and tool offerings in research, life sciences, and OEM segments.
- Edmund Optics: Edmund Optics designs and manufactures optical components with growing custom and OEM manufacturing services, competing with 603 OPTX in custom optical component production while also distributing optics to overlapping industrial customers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Micro-LAM Technologies social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
Micro-LAM Technologies financial estimates
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Micro-LAM Technologies leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles13 records
Micro-LAM Technologies subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
Micro-LAM Technologies funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds9 records
Investors4 records
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Micro-LAM Technologies M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Micro-LAM Technologies
What does Micro-LAM Technologies do?
Micro-LAM Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells patented laser-assisted machining systems (OPTIMUS T2) that deliver a laser through a diamond tool to machine difficult-to-cut materials with extreme precision on existing diamond-turning machines. The company also produces ultra-precision diamond cutting tools (M10 Edge brand), and provides custom precision optics manufacturing (603 OPTX) along with application engineering, process development, metrology, and tooling maintenance services for defense, aerospace, electro-optics, automotive, medical, and consumer electronics manufacturers worldwide.
Is Micro-LAM Technologies a public or private company?
Micro-LAM Technologies is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently acquired.
When was Micro-LAM Technologies founded?
Micro-LAM Technologies was founded in 2012. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Micro-LAM Technologies based?
Micro-LAM Technologies is headquartered in Portage, United States, in the North America region.
How does Micro-LAM Technologies make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Laser-Assisted Machining Systems (OPTIMUS) is the primary driver. The others are ultra-Precision Diamond Tools (M10 Edge), custom Optics Manufacturing (603 OPTX), application Services and Process Development and tool Maintenance and Support.
Who are Micro-LAM Technologies's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are AMETEK (Precitech), Moore Nanotechnology Systems, OptiPro Systems, Taylor Hobson (AMETEK), Schneider Optical Machines and Satisloh. Broad incumbents are Jenoptik and Coherent (formerly II-VI). Emerging players are Thorlabs and Edmund Optics.
Does Micro-LAM Technologies have an API?
No public API is recorded for Micro-LAM Technologies.
What industry is Micro-LAM Technologies in?
Micro-LAM Technologies's product category is Precision Machining Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHADAD, Sheet Metal Machinery (Laser/Plasma/Waterjet Cutting, Punching), with a secondary code of IMAAAIAC, Optics & Laser/Light Engine Components (Lenses, Galvos, Laser Modules, UV Engines). Its NAICS code is 333517 and its SIC code is 3541.