Optical Design & Engineering
Complete optical and mechanical design services using ZEMAX, CODE V, and SOLIDWORKS for integrated opto-mechanical solutions.
Transform your vision into precision optical reality with Apollo's comprehensive solutions. From cutting-edge design and advanced manufacturing to specialized coatings and assembly services, we deliver custom optical systems that exceed performance expectations while accelerating your time-to-market.
Comprehensive optical design, manufacturing, and support services for demanding applications.
Complete optical and mechanical design services using ZEMAX, CODE V, and SOLIDWORKS for integrated opto-mechanical solutions.
Single-point diamond turning for complex optical surfaces including aspheric, diffractive, and fresnel components from 1mm to 300mm diameter.
Anti-reflective, mirror, filter, and beamsplitter coatings for UV, visible, and NIR ranges on plastic and glass substrates.
High-volume production of consistent optical components with specialized bonding processes for doublets and triplets.
Comprehensive quality verification using advanced interferometry, CMM systems, and optical profiling equipment.
Complete assembly solutions from UV bonded doublets to complex multi-element systems with ISO, FDA, and GMP protocols.
Apollo Optical Systems combines decades of expertise with state-of-the-art manufacturing to deliver custom optical solutions that perform flawlessly. Our integrated approach ensures seamless collaboration between design and production teams, resulting in optimized systems that meet your exact specifications while maintaining cost-effectiveness and manufacturability.
Delivering precision optical solutions across medical, defense, and industrial sectors.
Experience the Apollo advantage in precision optics and manufacturing excellence.
Complete in-house design, manufacturing, coating, and assembly under one roof.
Over 20 years of innovation with roots in University of Rochester Institute of Optics.
Advanced metrology ensures every component meets precise specifications and performance standards.
Cost-effective pathways from prototypes to high-volume production with accelerated time-to-market.
Industry-leading optical engineers and manufacturing specialists.
Apollo Optical Systems was born from innovation and expertise, with roots tracing back to the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics. Founded in 2002 through a management buyout led by Dr. G. Michael Morris, Apollo continues the legacy of Rochester Photonics Corporation in bringing cutting-edge optical technologies from research labs to commercial applications. Our team operates from a state-of-the-art 21,000 sq. ft. facility in Rochester, NY, combining decades of optical engineering experience with advanced manufacturing capabilities. We've evolved from pioneering diffractive and micro-optics in the 1990s to becoming a world leader in precision polymer optics, serving demanding applications across medical, defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Our mission remains unchanged: delivering precision optics through proven partnerships that accelerate innovation and ensure long-term success for our clients.
What types of optical materials can you work with?
We specialize in optical-grade polymers including acrylic (PMMA), Zeonex, Zeonor, polystyrene, and Ultem. We also work with metals like nickel, brass, copper, and aluminum for specialized applications.
What is your typical lead time for custom optical components?
Do you provide design services or just manufacturing?
What quality standards do you follow?
Can you handle both prototyping and high-volume production?
What industries do you serve?
Do you offer coating services for existing optical components?
What makes your diamond turning capabilities unique?
Connect with our engineering team for expert consultation on your custom optical solution.
Government innovation funding recipient
Defense technology research partner
Quality management standards
Our engineering team is ready to discuss your project requirements and provide expert guidance on the optimal optical solution for your application.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at