Components and Subsystems for Optical Analysis
Reach high sensitivity and reproducible results – from laboratory setup to small-series instrument.
AMS Technologies selects light sources, optics and detectors for your analytical method and integrates them into stable subsystems. We turn experimental setups into reproducible instruments, from proof of concept to small-series production.
Solve Your Challenges in Analytics with AMS Technologies
Achieve reliable results at the limits of detection
Many analytical techniques work close to physical and technical limits. We select optical, electronic and thermal components as one system, because the weakest component sets the sensitivity of the whole setup.
Make light source, optics and detector work as one system
Microscopy, spectroscopy and time-resolved techniques depend on precise interaction between light sources, optics, detectors and control electronics. We integrate these subsystems and test their interaction, in-house or together with your team, so problems at the interfaces show up before the instrument is built.
Adapt systems to evolving analytical methods
Analytical methods and requirements change during a project and after it. Our engineering builds on established design principles and experience from comparable projects, so a setup can follow a new method with targeted changes instead of a complete redesign.
Manage complexity without slowing development
Specialized analytical setups often involve many vendors and interfaces. As one technical partner for components from different manufacturers, we coordinate these interfaces and reduce your integration effort.
Keep results reproducible
Reliable analytical results depend on consistent system behavior and traceability. We document assemblies and configurations, so each system can be rebuilt and serviced in the same configuration.
Move from laboratory setup to instrument
Many analytical systems start as laboratory setups and later need to work as stable instruments. We support this transition from proof of concept to small-series production.
Achieve reliable results at the limits of detection
Many analytical techniques work close to physical and technical limits. We select optical, electronic and thermal components as one system, because the weakest component sets the sensitivity of the whole setup.
Make light source, optics and detector work as one system
Microscopy, spectroscopy and time-resolved techniques depend on precise interaction between light sources, optics, detectors and control electronics. We integrate these subsystems and test their interaction, in-house or together with your team, so problems at the interfaces show up before the instrument is built.
Adapt systems to evolving analytical methods
Analytical methods and requirements change during a project and after it. Our engineering builds on established design principles and experience from comparable projects, so a setup can follow a new method with targeted changes instead of a complete redesign.
Manage complexity without slowing development
Specialized analytical setups often involve many vendors and interfaces. As one technical partner for components from different manufacturers, we coordinate these interfaces and reduce your integration effort.
Keep results reproducible
Reliable analytical results depend on consistent system behavior and traceability. We document assemblies and configurations, so each system can be rebuilt and serviced in the same configuration.
Move from laboratory setup to instrument
Many analytical systems start as laboratory setups and later need to work as stable instruments. We support this transition from proof of concept to small-series production.
Optical analysis often works at the limit of detection, and each technique sets its own requirements. Fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) needs pulsed excitation and detectors that resolve decays in the nanosecond range. Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) needs pulsed lasers with high peak power and time-gated detection. In microscopy and spectroscopy, small drifts in alignment or temperature can affect the data. AMS Technologies works with analytical instrument manufacturers, research organizations and system integrators to meet these requirements.
Our Capabilities for Optical Analysis
Technology Consulting & Application Support
We help instrument manufacturers and research groups select and combine light sources, optics, detectors and electronics for their analytical method. Defining sensitivity, resolution and stability targets early reduces redesigns later.
Excitation & Illumination
We match the light source to your method, taking into account wavelength, power, pulse characteristics and how the light reaches the sample, including fiber coupling. Then we integrate it into your setup.
Optical Path & Mechanical Stability
We combine optics, mounts and positioning into a stable optical path, so alignment holds over time. For scanning and sample positioning, we add motion control.
Signal Detection
We select and integrate detectors based on your signal: its strength, wavelength and timing. Since the detector often sets the limit of detection, we choose it together with the light source and optics.
Thermal Stability
We keep light sources and detectors at stable temperatures with active or passive cooling. This reduces drift and noise, especially during long measurements.
System Integration & Production Services
We combine optical, mechanical, electronic and thermal components into documented subassemblies. We support your project from proof of concept to small-series production.
How You Benefit from AMS Technologies
Reproducible analytical results
Faster development and system integration
Adaptable systems for evolving methods
Reliable Reliable performance from lab to production
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How We Develop Custom Solutions for You
Many analytical systems need more than standard products. We develop custom solutions in-house or with partners from our supplier network, ranging from adapted components to new subassemblies and complete subsystems.
Application & Measurement Definition
Share your analytical method, performance targets and constraints with us – we help clarify requirements such as sensitivity, resolution and stability.
System Concept & Architecture
We define an optical and system concept for your analytical technique, covering light sources, optics, detectors and control elements.
Engineering & Integration
We engineer optical, electronic and thermal subsystems and integrate them into your analytical setup.
Validation & Optimization
We test and optimize performance and reproducibility under real operating conditions, in-house or together with your team.
Documentation & Scaling
We document the system and support the transition from experimental setup to small-series production.