What Optex does

OPTEX Inc. (d/b/a OPTEX America) is the Americas operating subsidiary of Japan-based OPTEX Group, founded in 1979 with more than 25 companies in its global portfolio. The company designs and distributes high-performance sensing technologies for security, automatic entrance, and smart-mobility applications, organized around four technology families: time-of-flight LiDAR (REDSCAN family — Lite, mini-Pro, Pro, and legacy RLS-2020/3060/50100), passive infrared detectors (FlipX series with rotatable lens, REDWALL volumetric PIR), active infrared and photoelectric beams (SL series, iSeries wireless, PowerG wireless via DSC/JCI), and combined or specialty sensors (InSight PIR+VCA cameras, Accurance anti-tailgating, automatic-door combination sensors such as OAM Explorer, and vehicle-detection sensors under the OVS / OMNICITY line). Notable engineering features include X/Y coordinate tracking at 100-millisecond response, 0.125° angular resolution, up to 8 independently configurable detection zones, patented fog-cancellation, visual-verification camera modules, ONVIF Profile S compliance, and NDAA Section 889 compliance for U.S. government-related deployments.

The company is headquartered in Cypress, California, employs 51–100 people, and sells exclusively through authorized distributors and certified security integrators across North, Central, and South America. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of sensors and accessories, supplemented by professional services including REDSCAN and REDWALL and AAADM certification training, site-layout design, and technical support. Customer segments span critical infrastructure (data centers, electrical substations, utilities), commercial/industrial, retail, residential, the automatic-door industry (manufacturers, installers, service providers), and smart mobility / vehicle detection. Named end-customer use cases include American Airlines (baggage terminal vehicle detection), national retail chains (perimeter protection), electrical substations (wireless perimeter detection), data centers (virtual ceiling protection), and HOA Technology (vehicle detection).

OPTEX America operates with three dedicated sales divisions — Security Sensing, Entrance (automatic door sensors), and Smart Mobility Solutions (OMNICITY) — supported by regional sales representatives. The product roadmap has produced multiple recent launches including REDSCAN Pro (Dec 2024, longest-range LiDAR), REDSCAN mini-Pro (Oct 2023), PowerG wireless photoelectric beams (Oct 2023), Virtual Loop 2.0 OVS-02GT (Sept 2023), FlipX PIR series (Dec 2022), InSight visual-verification series (Mar 2022), Accurance OV-102 anti-tailgating system (Oct 2024), RLS Mount Light Series LED signal towers (Sept 2024), REDSCAN Lite (Apr 2025), and the Clean Wave OMH-100D touchless switch (Apr 2025).

Name

Optex

Legal name

OPTEX Inc.

Website

https://optexamerica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

OPTEX America (OPTEX Inc.) is the Americas subsidiary of Japan-based OPTEX Group, designing and distributing LiDAR, PIR, infrared, and photoelectric sensing technologies for security perimeter protection, automatic doors, and vehicle detection, sold via authorized distributors and certified integrators across North, Central, and South America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security Sensors

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

LiDAR & 3D Sensing Modules (HDAHALAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Active Safety Sensing Hardware Manufacturing (Radar/LiDAR/Cameras/Ultrasonic) (IMACAMAF), Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs) (HDAHAAAH)

Keywords

• Security sensors
• Intrusion detection systems
• LiDAR sensing technology
• Automatic door sensors
• Vehicle detection solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Rancho Dominguez

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Security Sensors and Detection Hardware: Primary revenue from selling LiDAR sensors, PIR detectors, photoelectric beams, door sensors, and vehicle detection systems. Products sold through authorized distributors and certified installers.
2. Certification and Training Services: Provides certification training for REDSCAN, REDWALL, and AAADM training. Professional certification programs for installers and technicians on product installation and configuration.
3. Site Layout and Technical Support Services: Offers site-specific security layout design services and technical support for troubleshooting and setup.
4. Distributed Accessories: Distribution of complementary products like the RLS Mount Light Series (distributed by OPTEX) and mounting accessories, brackets, and replacement parts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

OPTEX is a manufacturer of high-performance sensing technologies, specializing in security sensing solutions (LiDAR, PIR, and active/passive infrared detectors) for intrusion detection, automatic door sensors for pedestrian and industrial doors, and smart mobility/vehicle detection solutions. Products are sold through authorized distributors and certified installers across North, Central, and South America. The portfolio includes the REDSCAN LiDAR series, FlipX PIR series, PowerG wireless photoelectric beams, REDWALL volumetric PIRs, Clean Wave touchless switches, OAM Explorer door sensors, and the Virtual Loop 2.0 vehicle presence sensor.

Product overview

OPTEX is a world-leading manufacturer of high-performance sensing technologies offering four core product lines: (1) Security Sensing Solutions utilizing LiDAR (REDSCAN series), passive infrared (FlipX, REDWALL), and active infrared detection; (2) Automatic Door Sensors including Clean Wave touchless switches, OAM Explorer, Air-Slide T, Elite Pro, and i-oneX; (3) Smart Mobility/Vehicle Detection Solutions including Virtual Loop 2.0 OVS-02GT, OVS-50TNR, OVS-01CC vehicle counter, and OVS Mini Post; (4) Access Security including Accurance OV-102 anti-tailgating system. OPTEX also offers the InSight visual verification PIR camera series and PowerG wireless perimeter detection series by DSC. The company provides comprehensive accessory products including mounting brackets (RLS-UMB, RLSPRO series, 2020WMA series), signal towers (RLS Mount Light Series), and the LAC-1 laser checker for installation. OPTEX products are designed for intrusion detection, automatic door control, vehicle detection, and access security across commercial, retail, warehouse, critical infrastructure, and residential applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• REDSCAN: LiDAR sensor series for intrusion detection, including REDSCAN Lite, REDSCAN mini-Pro, REDSCAN Pro, and REDSCAN RLS-2020 series for indoor and outdoor high-security applications.
• FlipX
• PowerG
• REDWALL
• InSight
• Accurance
• BlueZone
• OMNICITY

Products and services

• REDSCAN Lite RLS-1010L Compact indoor LiDAR sensor using advanced time-of-flight technology to deliver pinpoint detection by tracking precise X and Y coordinates indoors for edge-to-edge detection in spaces other technologies cannot reach.
• REDSCAN mini-Pro RLS-2020V Advanced LiDAR sensor with 65x65ft 95-degree detection for indoor/outdoor high-security applications. Includes built-in IR FHD camera for visual verification. Features time-of-flight technology with 100ms response time and 0.125 degree angular resolution, operating from -40°F to 140°F with up to 8 independent detection zones.
• REDSCAN Pro Series (RLS-3060V and RLS-50100V) Long-range LiDAR sensors providing accurate detection up to 165x330ft (50x100m) with 190-degree detection angle. ONVIF Profile S compliant with built-in camera module for visual verification. Features 8 independent detection zones with configurable sensitivity, dynamic event filtering, and environmental resistance for harsh conditions.
• FlipX Indoor PIR Series Indoor PIR detectors with unique 180-degree rotatable lens allowing customization from 85-degree wide coverage to 5-degree narrow detection. Features pyroelectric element for pet tolerance. Models include FLX-S (standard), FLX-P (professional with dual-technology), and FLX-A (advanced with anti-masking).
• PowerG Series Wireless Photoelectric Beams Professional-grade battery-powered wireless perimeter detection utilizing DSC PowerG technology with 128-bit AES encryption and two-way communication. Provides up to 1.24 miles line-of-sight range without trenching, with models covering 200ft (AX-200TFRPG) and 350ft (SL-350QFRPG).
• InSight Visual Verification PIR Camera Series Visual verification PIR camera series combining OPTEX detection technology with VCA IP camera. Immune to lights, wind, rain, and snow with small animal tolerance. ONVIF compliant. Includes INS-QXI-ST (wide angle, 40ft) and INS-HX-80N (long range, 80'x6'7" detection area) models.
• REDWALL Volumetric PIR Series

Quantifiable outcome

• Detection range up to 165ft x 330ft (50m x 100m) with REDSCAN Pro without coverage gaps or reliability fade
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability9 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GeneteccoreTechnology or IntegrationOPTEX REDSCAN Pro LiDAR sensors are fully integrated with Genetec Security Center platform. The integration provides enhanced perimeter protection with features including automatic target path fusion, live X&Y coordinate mapping, and video tracking. Genetec is the only company leveraging OPTEX's live coordinates for critical area mapping and automatic camera handover.
• ONVIFcoreTechnology or IntegrationOPTEX has been an ONVIF member since July 2019. Products conform to ONVIF Profile S, enabling standard communication protocols for IP sensor integration with security systems. This allows flexible configuration with video streaming and alarm transmission to VMS platforms.
• Milestone SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationMilestone Systems is a technology partner providing XProtect video management software. OPTEX REDSCAN sensors integrate with Milestone for accurate motion detection and triggering capabilities.
• PatliteminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatlite manufactures LED signal towers and related equipment. OPTEX distributes the RLS Mount Light Series, the world's first smart programmable multi-color PoE LED signal tower, developed in partnership with Patlite.
• DSC (Johnson Controls)coreTechnology or IntegrationDSC PowerG technology is integrated into OPTEX PowerG Series photoelectric beam detectors. PowerG provides high-performance wireless communication protocol with two-way long-range capabilities up to 1.24 miles line-of-sight, 128-bit AES encryption, and adaptive transmission for battery life optimization.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DSC (Johnson Controls): DSC supplies PowerG wireless sensors and intrusion panels integrated into OPTEX's PowerG Series photoelectric beams; the two companies collaborate as technology partners while competing in wireless perimeter detection.
• Banner Engineering: Banner produces industrial sensors including photoelectric, radar, and LiDAR-based presence detection used in vehicle detection and access control — overlapping with OPTEX's OVS and Virtual Loop product lines.
• BEA Sensors: BEA specializes in activation and safety sensors for automatic doors, directly competing with OPTEX's Clean Wave, OAM Explorer, and Air-Slide T product lines in the automatic door channel.
• Bircher Smart Access: Bircher manufactures sensors and access solutions for automatic doors, gates, and industrial entrances; competes with OPTEX across the Americas entrance-sensing portfolio.
• Axis Communications: Axis offers network cameras, radar-based detection, and is a VMS/integration partner for OPTEX REDSCAN; both compete for the same security integrator and critical infrastructure accounts.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Security Systems: Bosch manufactures PIR detectors, photoelectric beams, and IP cameras and is both a technology partner and direct competitor to OPTEX across perimeter intrusion and automatic door sensing applications.
• Hikvision: Hikvision is a global video surveillance leader that also offers LiDAR and radar perimeter detection products; excluded from US federal work via NDAA Section 889, making it an indirect rather than direct competitor in government accounts.
• Hanwha Vision (Wisenet): Hanwha Vision supplies IP cameras and AI-based detection systems; competes with OPTEX for VMS-integrated intrusion detection deployments in retail and commercial segments.
• Dahua Technology: Dahua provides video surveillance and a growing line of perimeter detection sensors; similarly restricted from US federal projects by NDAA, it competes on price in commercial LiDAR and PIR categories.
• Honeywell Security (Resideo): Honeywell/Resideo offers a broad portfolio of PIR motion sensors, intrusion detection panels, and integrated security systems competing with OPTEX FlipX and REDWALL lines in commercial and residential channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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