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IRD Glass is a leading manufacturer of precision glass, optical, ceramic, and sapphire components serving diverse industrial markets worldwide. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Litchfield, Minnesota, the company operates from a 30,000+ square foot facility with an additional 15,000 square foot ceramics facility in Alexandria. IRD Glass specializes in custom fabrication of laser optics, medical glass components, technical glass parts, flat optics, cylindrical optics, prisms, and optical coatings for industries including laser OEM, medical equipment, aerospace, defense, security, and sensors. The company's capabilities encompass precision machining using Swiss turning machines, CNC mills, saws, dicing machines, and waterjet systems to achieve ultra-precise dimensional tolerances and surface finish requirements. Their cell-based manufacturing system dedicates specific employees, equipment, and floor space to individual customers or product lines, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency throughout the entire production process from raw material ordering to final inspection and shipping. IRD Glass serves as a sole-source provider to corporations globally, with particular expertise in high-power laser components, automotive precision parts, and medical device components. The veteran-owned small business employs over 65 people and generates more than $11 million in annual sales, establishing itself as a trusted partner for precision optical and ceramic manufacturing solutions across multiple industrial sectors.
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