VIAOPTIC Experts for Plastic OpticsCustomized Solutions from a Single Source

Polymer Optics with a Spirit of Innovation

VIAOPTIC was founded in its current form in 2003 and specializes in the production of injection-molded polymer optics, optical components and systems, optical coatings, and injection molding tools. The company's expertise in polymer optics spans over 50 years, originating from the Leitz Group. Based in Leitz-Park Wetzlar, VIAOPTIC develops, manufactures, and assembles optical components and systems made of polymer.

With six modular automation lines currently in operation and numerous successfully completed projects, we are able to produce large-scale polymer optics in Germany at globally competitive prices. Today, VIAOPTIC relies on around 160 employess and has achieved revenue that is eight times higher than at the time of its founding.

We brings together all competencies under one roof: from optics development, design, prototyping, toolmaking, precision injection molding, PVD deposition, and optical coatings to assembly, covering the entire product development process.

Enablers and forward thinkers

Achieving more with focus

We believe in the extraordinary possibilities offered by polymer optics - both technically and economically. With our plastic components, we can make our customers' products even better.

And our customers are changing the world with their products: brightening it up and putting the focus on what really matters, making it healthier and smarter, making people more mobile and their world more comfortable.

We have a share in all of this.

Enablers and forward thinkers

We take our customers' ideas further and use them to manufacture polymer optics for all areas of application. To do this, we are constantly pushing the limits of what is feasible in plastics technology. But limits are relative for us and we push them every day. The success of our customers is our top priority and our daily motivation.

From the first draft to series production, we solve technically complex challenges that no one else dares to tackle with the latest and most innovative technology, with passion, creativity and the highest precision.

We are the leading experts in polymer optics.

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Our History

  • 2024
    Move into the 3,400 m² extension, including 1,500 m² of storage and 800 m² of high-tech injection molding tool manufacturing
  • 2023
    We celebrate 20 Years VIAOPTIC and more than 50 years of experience in the field of polymer optics
  • 2020
    Strategic development of the Competence Centers Optics, Plastics and Ultraprecision
  • 2018
    Transition to the new automotive standard IATF 16949
  • 2017
    Installation of the first modular automation at VIAOPTIC
  • 2016
    Acquisition of the laser collimation lens business of Helvoet/Philips
  • 2015
    Launch of extensive activities on LEAN management, Industry 4.0 and environmental management
  • 2014
    New construction of the warehouse and logistics hall with 900 pallet spaces
  • 2012
    Certification according to the automotive standard ISO/TS 16949
  • 2011
    Introduction of PVD-coating
  • 2009
    Relocation of VIAOPTIC to the Leitz-Park Wetzlar
  • 2003
    Takeover of VIAOPTIC by ACM Projektentwicklung GmbH and relocation to Ludwig-Erk-Straße Wetzlar
  • 1965
    First plastic optical components for the best Viewfinder in a SLR Camera
  • 1922
    Foundation of the Taubenstein plant as the forerunner of today's VIAOPTIC GmbH

    Reliable partner for precision optical products

    Our history in the field of precision optics, highest quality demands on ourselves, curiosity and innovative spirit drive us and let us constantly improve in the field of polymer optics.


    Experience
    Established expertise in polymer optics for over 50 years

    Continuity
    Trusted development and production partner for leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers

    Quality Assurance
    Quality standards IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001

    Service-Orientation
    Entire product development process under one roof

    Focused on the Future
    State-of-the-art technology, innovative spirit, and highest precision

    Reliable Partner
    Our principles: efficiency, reliability, trust, and flexibility

    Where to find us

    The Leitz-Park is more than just a business park: created in 2009, it brings together specialists in the field of optics and is also a place of experience and inspiration for Leica enthusiasts, photography and architecture fans, and guests from all over the world.
    The centerpiece is the architecturally outstanding headquarters of Leica Camera AG. The spacious square in front of it creates a connection between the companies located here, and is a campus and meeting place for their employees and the numerous visitors.

    Zeichung Leitzpark | Viaoptic

    Ouraffiliates

    Leica Camera AG Wetzlar Leica Camera AG Wetzlar

    Our Partners

    TÜV Siegel - ISO 9001

    Contact

    VIAOPTIC GmbH
    Am Leitz-Park 1
    D - 35578 Wetzlar

    +49 6441 9011-0
    info@viaoptic.de

    Sales

    Sebastian Godderidge
    +49 6441 9011-11
    sales@viaoptic.de

    Dr. Markus Cremer
    +49 6441 9011-58
    sales@viaoptic.de

    Marcel Pfeifer
    +49 6441 9011-0
    sales@viaoptic.de

    Service

    Mike Plasberg
    +49 6441 9011-0
    quality@viaoptic.de




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