Apollo Optical Systems Expands Vertically Integrated Manufacturing with the Addition of Turning Point Tool
Apollo Optical Systems has expanded its manufacturing capabilities with the addition of Turning Point Tool, a Rochester-based leader in plastic injection mold-making and CNC machining.
The addition of Turning Point Tool strengthens Apollo’s ability to deliver end-to-end optics manufacturing solutions by bringing critical tooling expertise into its integrated manufacturing platform. Together, the organizations will support customers with tighter coordination between mold design, tooling, and optical production—reducing complexity and improving speed, quality, and control.
Strengthening End-to-End Optics Manufacturing
Turning Point Tool is known for its deep experience in precision mold-making and CNC machining, supporting complex, high-tolerance applications across multiple industries. These capabilities directly complement Apollo Optical Systems’ optical manufacturing expertise, enabling a more seamless transition from tooling to finished optical components.
By aligning these capabilities, Apollo is building a vertically integrated optics manufacturing platform designed to help customers move from concept to production more efficiently—without the friction that often comes from managing multiple suppliers.
What This Means for Customers
For customers, the integration of Turning Point Tool into Apollo Optical Systems translates into tangible advantages, including:
- Faster time to market through in-house tooling capabilities
- Improved cost efficiency and margin control
- Seamless execution from mold design and tooling to final optical production
This integrated approach allows teams to collaborate more closely across the manufacturing lifecycle, resulting in better alignment, fewer handoffs, and more predictable outcomes.
A Continued Commitment to Rochester Manufacturing
Both Apollo Optical Systems and Turning Point Tool have strong roots in Rochester, New York—a region with a long history of optics, precision manufacturing, and engineering excellence. This addition reinforces Apollo’s commitment to investing in local expertise while continuing to build advanced manufacturing capabilities that serve customers nationwide.
Looking Ahead
The integration of Turning Point Tool marks an important step in Apollo Optical Systems’ long-term strategy to expand its vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities. By bringing together complementary expertise under a unified operating platform, Apollo is positioned to support increasingly complex optics programs with greater agility and precision.
As the integration progresses, Apollo Optical Systems remains focused on delivering high-quality, scalable solutions that help customers bring innovative optical products to market with confidence.
About Turning Point Tool
Turning PointTool is a full-service machine shop offering custom plastic injection molds,CNC machining, and low-volume part production. Known for its craftsmanship andshort lead times, Turning Point serves a range of high-performance sectorsincluding optics, medical, and aerospace.
