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3D Printing Service Potomac Photonics Uses 3D Systems Printers for Art Show
Potomac Photonics recently departed from their usual industrial, consumer and manufacturing applications to serve as the official 3D printing service for the Bits to Its 3D Printing art show in Rockland, Maine. The Bits to Its show organizers chose digital fabrication experts Potomac Photonics to complete all the 3D Printing needed by artists who did not have their [...]
Potomac Photonics and University of Michigan Partner on Extreme Micro Marking Application for Nuclear Research
Potomac Photonics is pleased to report that it recently completed a precision micro marking project for the University of Michigan that helped support research on how extreme conditions in nuclear power reactors affect different types of metal alloys. This study will focus on how the higher levels of radiation and the extreme temperatures that are [...]
Potomac Photonics Supports BU’s Stem Cell Research with 3D Printed Parts
Digital Manufacturing Leader Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it recently completed precision 3D printed parts for Boston University to support their research in stem cells. Stem cells, which have enormous potential in medical research because of their ability to differentiate into specialized cells types, may one day provide a renewable source of replacement [...]
Potomac Photonics Helps Prototype Robotic Capsule Endoscope
Over 80,000 microholes drilled in polyimide sheets create molds to fabricate less invasive endoscopic tool. Potomac Photonics has recently fabricated micro-parts to be used on a project to develop new techniques for diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal diseases. Utilizing advanced precision micromanufacturing technologies, Potomac drilled over 80,000 blind holes in a polymer material. These holes were [...]
Potomac Photonics Embraces the Digital Manufacturing Revolution
Microfabrication experts at Potomac Photonics were excited to hear President Obama discuss 3D printing in his State of the Union address. Two major points jump out at those in the trenches using the new technologies to fabricate parts. First, while 3D printing is the media buzzword of the moment, the powerful additive manufacturing process is [...]
Potomac Photonics Tech Notes: Precision Hole Drilling in Microfluidic Device
Potomac Photonics is pleased to have partnered with the Budker Group at the Physics Department of the University of California, Berkeley on a recent project. The Budker Group conducts research on the physics and applications of ensembles of nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond to detect magnetic fields with high spatial resolution. One possible application [...]
How our glass micro-machining expertise is accelerating cancer research at the University of Colorado
Those of us in micro-manufacturing are working at an amazing time in history. Our tools are highly sophisticated in terms of operator interface, and specialized machines in UV laser micromachining and 3D printing are readily available for the factory floor. However, there are more complexities to successful production of products for customers than just buying [...]
Potomac Unveils World’s Smallest Arduino at CES 2013
Potomac is headed to the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas! We’re excited to be part of Eureka Park at CES, a specialized tech zone within The Venetian Hotel. Presented in partnership with the National Science Foundation and Startup America, we were given the opportunity to participate through our NSF SBIR Phase II work [...]
Micromachining Leader Adds 3D Printing Services
Lanham, MD, October 2012: Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has recently added a new, high resolution 3D printer to its contract manufacturing services unit. The printer is a 3D Systems Projet HD 3000 Plus, and it is ideal for manufacturing small scale, high accuracy plastic parts quickly and cost effectively. The printer [...]
Laser Micromachining Leader Expands Silicon Wafer Machining Capabilities
Lanham, MD, July 2012: Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has recently added a new laser system capable of high speed machining of polycrystalline silicon material. This process has been integrated into a system that is equipped with high precision stages and is optimized for small hole drilling and high precision cutting applications. [...]
An Introduction to Small Hole Drilling
An Introduction into Small Hole Drilling Small Hole Drilling or Micro Drilling is a precise process that requires very detailed workmanship with pinpoint precision and accuracy. Interest in and use of microholes spans many industries, including medical device, biotech, electronics, and alternative energy companies. Small hole drilling can be done in almost any type of [...]
Micro Manufacturing Leader Adds New SPI Fiber Laser
Lanham, MD, April 2012: Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce the purchase of another SPI fiber laser for use in its contract-manufacturing unit. This laser will be integrated into a system that is optimized for small hole drilling and high precision cutting. Feature sizes as small as 5 microns can be achieved in a wide [...]
Laser Micromachining Leader, Potomac Photonics, Welcomes Sidney Wright
Sidney Wright returns to Potomac as Vice President of Sales Lanham, MD, March 2012: Leading laser micromachining company, Potomac Photonics, is pleased to welcome Sidney Wright back to the company. Sidney Wright has been appointed Vice President of Sales. He brings extensive and impressive credentials to the position. Wright previously worked at Potomac from 1996 [...]
Potomac Photonics Awarded National Science Foundation Grant to Join BU Photonics Center
Potomac Photonics Awarded National Science Foundation Grant to Join BU Photonics Center Industry/University Cooperative Research (I/UCRC) Program Lanham, MD February 1, 2012: Laser microfabrication leader, Potomac Photonics, Inc. has been awarded a supplemental $45,000 grant as part of their SBIR Phase II contract with the National Science Foundation. The award covers 90% of Potomac’s membership [...]
Potomac Cover Story
Potomac Photonics was the cover story in a recent edition of Commercial Micro Manufacturing magazine. The magazine cover image featured some of our standout work including: 60 micron holes drilled into a stainless steel needle. The squares are 150 micron squares in 250 micron thick Cirlex (polyimide) material. Gears are made in Cirlex with holes [...]
Potomac Photonics Announces Partnership with 3D Systems
Lanham, MD – Potomac Photonics, a leader in micro manufacturing, announced today that it has executed an agreement with 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE: DDD) to become an authorized distributor of their 3D Printers. In addition, Potomac has installed a 3D Systems Projet 3000HD printer in its facility to be used for product demonstrations and contract [...]
Microhole Drilling Expert Adds New Capabilities
Due to growing demand, Micromachining leader, Potomac Photonics, has significantly expanded its small hole drilling capabilities and operations by adding several new laser systems, spanning the UV through IR wavelengths, that are ideal for machining holes for applications such as catheter hole drilling, precision alignment of optical fibers, probe card devices and leak test holes. [...]
QRDevices Enters into Agreement with Laser Micromachining Company Potomac Photonics for QR Code Products & Services
Lanham, MD October 20, 2011: QRDevices, LLC has entered into an agreement with Potomac Photonics for the laser marking of QR Code [Quick Response Code] products and services. Under the terms of the agreement, QRDevices will assist with marketing & sales of Potomac QR Code contract services for companies in the medical device, sensor, MEMS, [...]
Potomac Photonics Adds Advanced Laser Coding and Marking Services
Lanham, MD September 30, 2011: Laser microfabrication leader, Potomac Photonics, Inc. has added new advanced laser marking technology and software to their precision laser micromachining contract services offerings. The new laser technology allows Potomac to provide a complete service to companies who are outsourcing micromanufacturing from the medical device, sensor, MEMS, electronics, industrial, and consumer [...]
Micromanufacturer Potomac Photonics Appoints New CTO
Dr. Greg Behrmann, the new Chief Technology Officer for Potomac Photonics, holds several patents and is published in the fields of optics and microfabrication. Lanham, MD, September, 2011: Leading micromanufacturer, Potomac Photonics, is pleased to announce Dr Greg Behrmann as its new Chief Technology Officer. Dr. Behrmann brings broad and extensive skills to the position, [...]
Potomac Photonics Adds Advanced Quality Control and Inspection Capabilities to Contract Service Offerings
For Immediate Release Lanham, MD, August, 2011: Laser micro-manufacturer, Potomac Photonics, has added advanced quality control and inspection capabilities to its service offerings. Customers in the medical device, micro-electronics, consumer, solar, bio-photonics, MEMS, and micro-fluidics industries now have access to state-of-the-art visualization of micro-machined parts. Media Cybernetics’ new Image-Pro Plus Version 7.0 image processing and [...]
Potomac Photonics Offers Precision Microhole Drilling
For critical processes such as drug delivery, biotech research and leak testing, Potomac Photonics has established a reputation for drilling microholes to exacting specifications. Working on a wide range of materials for diverse industries, Potomac Photonics has established a reputation for drilling microholes as small as 1 micron. Utilizing a broad-range of drilling technologies, it [...]
Potomac Photonics: A Leader in Microhole Drilling Offers Advice For Your Next Project
Lanham, MD, August, 2011: Potomac Photonics, a leading micromanufacturer with expertise in microhole drilling, offers advice on establishing sound microhole drilling requirements when planning a new project. When working with a micromanufacturer, be sure to have specific information ready as it relates to your product: What type of material do you want machined, and what [...]
Potomac Photonics to Present Webinar for MEMS Industry Group on New Prototyping Technologies
Lanham, MD, July 2011 Laser micromachining company, Potomac Photonics will present a webinar in the highly popular MEMS Industry Group [MIG] Education series. Scheduled for Thursday August 25 at 11:30 a.m. EDT, the interactive presentation, “New Prototyping Technologies Reduce Time to Market”, will explain how new prototyping technologies can assist in commercialization of miniaturized products [...]
Potomac Photonics to Demonstrate New Micro-fabrication Capabilities at MicroTech Conference in Boston
For Immediate Release Lanham, MD, June 2011: Laser micromachining company, Potomac Photonics, will demonstrate new micro-fabrication technologies at the MicroTech conference to be held in Boston on June 14th and 15th, 2011. Potomac is creating a new process to design and produce micro-wireless sensors based on a National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research grant. [...]
Laser Micromachining Company adds new Coherent 193nm laser to Contract Manufacturing Unit.
Lanham, MA, May 2011: Laser micromachining company Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce the purchase of its second Coherent excimer laser in less than 6 months. This laser which will be set-up at the 193nm wavelength will be optimized for laser micromachining challenging materials such as Teflon, Polystyrene, Glass, PEEK, Bio-Absorbable materials, etc. and will [...]
Laser Micromachining Company to Host Inaugural Laser Institute Mid-Atlantic Chapter Meeting
For Immediate Release Laser Micromachining Company to Host Inaugural Laser Institute Mid-Atlantic Chapter Meeting Lanham, MD May 2011: Laser micromachining company, Potomac Photonics, Inc., will host the inaugural meeting of the new Laser Institute of America Mid-Atlantic Chapter on Tuesday May 24, 2011 at 4 p.m. in their Lanham, MD headquarters on the Washington, DC [...]
Potomac Photonics Laser Micromachining Pioneer Speaks At SENSORS Expo
For Immediate Release Lanham, MD, April 2011: Laser micromachining pioneer and founder of Potomac Photonics, Dr Paul Christensen, will speak at SENSORS Expo in Chicago on June 7th, 2011. A leader in this field, Dr Christensen will outline his new approach to fabricating miniaturized wireless sensors. Titled ‘Providing the Infrastructure for Connecting to the World: [...]
Micromachining Company Potomac Brings Laser Institute Chapter to DC Area
Leading micromachining services provider, Potomac Photonics, announces it is a founding member of the Laser Institute of America’s (LIA) new DC and Baltimore chapter. The LIA is the professional society for laser applications and safety serving the industrial, medical, research, and government communities for over 40 years. LIA also serves as the secretariat and publisher [...]
Micromachine Company Potomac Photonics Awarded Key Funding
Leading micromachine manufacturer, Potomac Photonics, has been awarded almost US$500,000 by the National Science Foundation to continue developing cutting-edge miniaturized wireless sensor nodes. Smaller than the size of a penny, the devices will be used in a variety of settings and revolutionize areas such as healthcare to infrastructure maintenance. Wireless sensor nodes detect changes in [...]
Potomac Photonics Exhibiting at MDM West
Please Visit Us at MDM West Potomac Photonics will be exhibiting at the Medical Device and Manufacturing show in Anaheim, CA between February 8 – 11. Stop by Booth 3149 at the MDM show in Anaheim for a demo of Potomac’s new interactive website capabilities.
Micromanufacturing and Laser Cutting Resource Available at Potomac Photonics
Lanham, MD, January 26, 2011 A brand new resource that simplifies the process for Engineers to design, develop and have their miniature parts fabricated has been released. Leading microfabrication company, Potomac Photonics, has launched a website packed full of cutting edge interactive tools and materials to assist those who are looking to bring their micro [...]
Potomac Photonics Adds Coherent Diode Pumped Solid State (DPSS) laser to Contract Laser Micromachining Unit
Lanham, Maryland, January 12 2011 –Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce the installation of a new Coherent DPSS laser in its contract laser micromachining unit. With the addition of this laser, Potomac now has eight (8) DPSS lasers to complement its other production tools that include, Excimer lasers, YAG lasers, Fiber laser, CO2 laser and [...]
Potomac Photonics Announces New Price Structure for Micro Welding Laser Micromachining
Lanham, Maryland, November 2010 Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has implemented a simple hourly rate structure for micro-welding applications. With the capability to weld features between 25 microns and 10mm in most metals (stainless steel, Nickel Titanium, etc.) and select polymers, Potomac’s micro-welding laser process is one of the most precise and [...]
Potomac Photonics Adds Coherent Excimer Laser to Contract Laser Micromachining Unit
Lanham, Maryland, October 1, 2010 Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce the purchase of a new Coherent excimer laser for its contract laser micromachining unit. This laser, which is suitable for rapid prototyping and production of miniature parts, will be integrated on a system capable of machining flat and 3D parts. Excimer lasers emit concentrated [...]
Potomac Photonics Demonstrates Feasibility of Wireless Sensor Node Miniaturization with NSF Phase I SBIR grant
Lanham, Maryland, August 5, 2010 Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce the successful completion of its National Science Foundation Phase I SBIR contract related to Energy Storage, Electrical Distribution, and Packaging for Wireless Sensor Networks. This work targeted development of integration, packaging, and power technology for miniaturization of wireless sensor nodes. During Phase I, Potomac’s [...]
Potomac Adds Micro-Welding System To Its Contract Manufacturing Unit
Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has added a new micro-welding system for both prototyping and production applications. This system, which is capable of welding flat and 3D structures is optimized for many different types of metals including stainless steel and nitinol. Potomac specializes in precision machining of a variety of materials (polymers, [...]
Potomac Photonics Introduces Photovoltaic Manufacturing Solutions
Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics a world leader laser micromachining is pleased to announce that it has set-up several in-house workstations optimized for laser processing of photovoltaic (PV) systems. The laser systems are capable of performing via drilling, edge isolation and marking [...]
Potomac Photonics Laser Marking Technology
Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Lori Beer (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com loribeer@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics has developed innovative Laser Marking technology for the Medical Device (traceability and tracking), Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Aircraft and Packaging Industries. With the capability to machine high precision features on both flat or 3D surfaces, [...]
Leak Test Hole Driling
Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Nick Doudoumopoulos (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com ndoudoumopoulos@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics, a leader in laser microfabrication, has patented UV laser technology that can be utilized to accurately and repeatably place and drill leak test holes as small as 2 microns into a variety of [...]
National Science Foundation Awards Potomac Photonics, Inc. a Phase I SBIR Grant
National Science Foundation Awards Potomac Photonics, Inc. a Phase I SBIR Grant to develop Energy Storage, Electrical Distribution, and Packaging for Wireless Sensor Networks, December 7, 2009. Potomac Photonics, Inc. today announced that its MesoSystems group has been awarded a $149,926 Small Business Innovation Research Phase I Grant to develop advanced interconnect, power, signal processing [...]
Potomac Enhances Its Kapton Processing Capabilities
Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Lori Beer (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com loribeer@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has added a new laser system to its contract manufacturing division that is capable of machining feature sizes as small as 1 micron in Kapton (polyimide) materials [...]
Potomac Expands Metal Machining Capability
Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Lori Beer (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com loribeer@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has expanded its metal machining capabilities by adding several new high speed laser workstations that are capable of machining features as small as 15 microns for both [...]
Moscow ExpoElectronica 2008
Potomac Photonics was introduced to the Russian electronics market by Pumori Engineering-Invest at the ExpoElectronica show in Moscow April 15 – 18. ExpoElectronica is held annually and is the largest electronics trade show in Russia. The Pumori/Potomac booth highlighted Potomac’s “Mill and Fill” and “Ablate and Plate” technologies for fabrication of high-density electronic interconnect circuits [...]
Miniature Electronic Circuits
Extending it’s Mill and Fill technology for fabrication of high density electronic interconnect circuits, Potomac has developed techniques for mounting miniature active and passive components to produce functional electronic circuits of reduced size. This new capability can produce size and cost reductions in medical devices, sensing systems and networks, and military/homeland security applications. The Potomac [...]
Potomac Photonics Introduces Laser Welding
Contacts: Mike Adelstein (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics, a world leader in laser micromachining, is pleased to announce that it now offers laser micro-welding services. With the ability to fixture and weld very small and complex patterns, this technology is ideal for medical device, biotech, semiconductor, and automotive applications. A wide variety of [...]
Potomac Photonics Introduces High Density Interconnect Capability
Potomac Photonics Announcement July 2006 Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Nick Doudoumopoulos (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com ndoudoumopoulos@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics Introduces High Density Interconnect Capability Potomac Photonics (Lanham, MD), a leader in the laser microfabrication of medical and biomedical devices, is pleased to offer a new laser based [...]
Potomac is now ISO 13485 certified!
Potomac Photonics Announcement August 2006 Potomac Photonics 4445 Nicole Drive Lanham, MD 20706 Contacts: Mike Adelstein / Nick Doudoumopoulos (301)459-3031 (phone) (301)459-3034 (fax) madelstein@potomac-laser.com ndoudoumopoulos@potomac-laser.com Potomac Photonics is pleased to announce that it has passed the certification audit for ISO 13485. This great accomplishment continues to demonstrate Potomac’s commitment to being the leader in miniaturization [...]
