Are outdated sampling methods delaying decisions and increasing costs in your operations? art photonics outlines five critical indicators that it's time to integrate in-line spectroscopy into your process control strategy.

1. Frequent Batch Failures Without Clear Explanation
Traditional lab testing often misses real-time fluctuations that lead to batch failures.
Our Solution: FlexiSpec Probes deliver instant chemical analysis inside reactors, enabling early detection of deviations and reducing failure rates.

2. Overburdened QA Teams Due to Offline Sampling
Manual sampling wastes time and introduces human error, overwhelming quality assurance teams.
Our Solution: FlexiSpec Fiber Probes provide non-invasive, continuous monitoring, eliminating the need for shutdowns and bottlenecks.

3. Inadequate Monitoring in Harsh Environments
Conventional probes often fail when exposed to corrosive chemicals or extreme temperatures.
Our Solution: Our ATR diamond-tipped probes are built to thrive in acids, withstand temperatures up to 250°C, and operate in high-pressure systems up to 200 Bar.

4. Decision-Making Hampered by Disconnected Data
Fragmented and delayed analytics force reactive management, causing you to miss key insights when they are needed most.
Our Solution: Integrated, real-time process monitoring unifies your data into actionable intelligence, empowering you to make proactive adjustments and optimize performance.

5. Repair Costs Outpacing Investments in Innovation
Frequent probe replacements can drain your budget, leaving fewer resources for advancing your processes.
Our Solution: FlexiSpec modular Hastelloy C22 Probes are designed for longevity, even in abrasive environments, helping to significantly reduce maintenance expenses.

The Bottom Line:
In-line spectroscopy is not merely a tool—it is a strategic advantage that enhances efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness in your industrial processes.

For more information on how art photonics can help transform your process control, please visit our website: artphotonics.com.

art photonics GmbH is happy to kick off Photonics West 2025 at Booth #1740! We’re showcasing our broad spectra fiber solutions in collaboration with our colleagues from NLIR, all under the Nynomic AG umbrella.

What can you expect?

• Our Fiber Optic Probes: Seamlessly paired with NLIR’s spectrometers for remote spectroscopic measurements, making them ideal for process control, industrial monitoring, and more.
• NLIR’s Fastest Mid-IR Spectrometers: Delivering real-time analysis with the fastest acquisition speeds and exceptional sensitivity.

Together, we’re offering cutting-edge tools to address your most challenging applications in infrared spectroscopy and industrial process control.

Visit us at Booth #1740 to explore these innovations, meet our experts, and discover how we can help elevate your projects.

Let’s shape the future of flexible fiber spectroscopy—see you at the booth!

art photonics GmbH, the global pioneer and leading manufacturer of Polycrystalline Infrared (PIR) fibers, continues to set the standard for innovation in infrared optical solutions. Our PIR fibers are engineered to deliver unmatched performance across the 3–17 µm spectral range, making them a cornerstone for advanced industrial, medical, and scientific applications.

Key Advantages of PIR Fibers:

• Ultra-Low Optical Loss: Achieve exceptional signal clarity with losses as low as 0.2–0.3 dB/m in the critical 9–13 µm window.
• Superior Flexibility: Unlike brittle hollow waveguides, PIR fibers maintain durability even under tight bending, ideal for demanding environments.
• Customizable Core Sizes: Choose from core diameters spanning 240–860 µm to meet precise application requirements.
• Long-Term Reliability: Designed with non-hygroscopic, non-toxic materials and minimal aging effects, ensuring consistent performance over time.

Applications Driving Innovation:

• Industrial Process Control: Real-time spectroscopy for melting plastics, gas analysis, and thermal imaging.
• Medical Diagnostics: Robust solutions for minimally invasive procedures and precision diagnostics.
• High-Power Laser Systems: Efficient delivery of CO₂ laser energy (up to 10.6 µm) for manufacturing and research.

Visit Us at Photonics West 2025
We invite you to connect with our team at Booth #1740 during Photonics West 2025. Explore live demonstrations of PIR fibers, discuss your project needs with our experts, and discover how our cutting-edge technology can solve your most complex infrared challenges.

About art photonics GmbH
For over two decades, art photonics has been at the forefront of specialty optical fiber innovation. Our solutions empower industries worldwide to push the boundaries of what’s possible with light.

Join us in shaping the future of infrared technology. Let’s innovate together.

Learn more about our PIR fibers: Download Datasheet

Join us at Photonics West 2025 to discover the right solution for your fiber optics needs!

Fiber Optics from UV to mid-IR (200 nm - 18 µm)

art photonics GmbH delivers cutting-edge optical fibers with superior transmission, flexibility, and durability for the most demanding applications in spectroscopy, thermal sensing, and process control. From silica fibers to chalcogenide, polycrystalline, and hollow glass waveguides, we’ve got your spectrum covered.

Where to Find Us:
Booth #1740 | January 25-30 | San Francisco
Meet our team, including our new CEO, Dr. Stefanie Foerster, and Sales Director, Haro Fritsche, to explore how our Fiber Optic Probes can optimize your process control.

Don’t Miss Our Presentation:
Topic: Advanced fiber solutions for live biomedical and industrial applications
Date: January 25 | 11:35 AM - 12:00 PM PST
Location: BiOS Conference | Moscone South, Room 212
Haro Fritsche will present the latest fiber optic solutions for biomedical and PAT applications.

We are pleased to announce the release of our latest technical note, “ATR Crystal Choice for Fiber-Based Process Spectroscopy.” This comprehensive guide emphasizes the importance of Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) and mid-IR spectroscopy for precise, real-time process monitoring across diverse industries, including chemical processing, biopharmaceuticals, and food production.

The technical note provides an overview of various ATR crystal options, from robust diamond crystals to versatile and cost-effective detachable loops. It explains how to select the right crystal based on spectral range, chemical compatibility, and application needs, ensuring accurate and reliable spectroscopic measurements.

Learn more about optimizing your fiber-based process spectroscopy by accessing the full technical note.

📖 Read the technical note here

For further inquiries, feel free to contact us at sales@artphotonics.com or call +49 (0) 30-6779 887-0.

We are pleased to announce our participation in SPIE Photonics West 2025, the leading global event for spectroscopy and photonics, taking place from January 25–30 in San Francisco.

Additionally, we are excited to present at the BiOS conference on January 26, where we will showcase our latest fiber optic solutions for biomedical and process analytical technology (PAT) applications. This is a great opportunity to explore our innovations and discuss how they can meet your specific needs.

Stay tuned for more updates: art photonics at SPIE Photonics West

Did you know that in 2024, art photonics GmbH achieved the prestigious 3-A Hygienic Certification for our newly designed NIR Transflection Probe?

This milestone underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge spectroscopy solutions that adhere to the highest hygienic design standards.

Regulatory hurdles often complicate the adoption of in-line spectroscopy for food quality control and process analytical technology (PAT). Our innovative design for Transflection Probes, now 3-A certified, addresses these challenges, ensuring strict compliance for hygienic applications in food production. This certification makes the seamless integration of powerful NIR transmission spectroscopy into your processes a reality.

Key Benefits of Remote, In-Line Spectroscopic Control:

• Real-time quality monitoring
• Enhanced process optimization
• Improved food safety

Interested in learning more? Contact us today to explore how our 3-A certified solutions can revolutionize your food production strategies.

Get in Touch

As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude.

Your trust and support have been invaluable to us, and it has been a true pleasure collaborating with you throughout the year. Together, we’ve achieved significant milestones, and we are excited to continue this journey with you in 2025.

From all of us at art photonics, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with warmth and happiness. Here’s to a bright and successful new year ahead.

Warmest regards,
The art photonics Team

As the fourth candle glows, we take this opportunity to celebrate the season of precision—a value we embody with our ATR Fiber Optic Probes.

Connected to FTIR spectrometers, these probes enable real-time process control in bioreactors, in-line monitoring, and beyond. They are a perfect tool for advancing Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and optimizing complex processes.

This Advent, we are proud to light the way to innovation, efficiency, and sustainability—one fiber at a time.

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday season from all of us at art photonics GmbH!

Learn more about our ATR Probes: https://artphotonics.com/product/fiber-optic-atr-probes/

Following the success of our previously announced sale of mid-IR fiber cables, we have received many inquiries about our Silica fiber optic products.

We are pleased to announce the expansion of our stock sale to include Silica fiber optic cables for the UV-VIS-NIR range (200–2400 nm).

Available items:

• UV-VIS cables (180–1200 nm)
• VIS-NIR cables (400–2400 nm)

These high-quality cables are ideal for spectroscopy, process monitoring, and other photonic applications.

To view the full list of items available in stock, please visit: Stock Sale List

For more information about our Silica Fiber Cables, please visit: Silica UV-VIS-NIR Cables

Limited stock is available, so don’t miss this opportunity!