Universal Photonics

02/17/2026

Wishing our Far East customers, partners, and colleagues a Happy Lunar New Year!

The Year of the Fire Horse symbolizes strength, energy, and forward momentum – qualities that inspire innovation and bold progress in the year ahead.

Here’s to a prosperous and successful 2026. 🌕

01/22/2026

A century in the making 💯 From shellac to slurry (plus so much more) - 100 years of innovation, craftsmanship & evolution. Honoring the past. Building the future. See what’s next in booths 1748 & 1749!

01/21/2026

The booth is buzzing 🐝 Come join the fun - magic, beer & more - Booths 1748 & 1749!

01/20/2026

Y’all ready for this?! floor opens at 10am. Stop by booths 1748 & 1749. We’re ready for you! 🫵

01/13/2026

Join us at Photonics West as we mark 100 years of surfacing innovation with in-booth experiences, live entertainment & a look back at the milestones that shaped our journey.

📍 Booths 1748 & 1749

01/08/2026

Just over a week until Photonics West! Join us as Universal Photonics celebrates a century of surfacing – right on the show floor.

Stop by booths 1748 & 1749 to enjoy:
🍺 Afternoon refreshments served Tuesday & Wednesday, 12:30–4:30
🎩 Live magic moments all day Tuesday & Wednesday
🧠 An industry trivia challenge (your expertise may just be rewarded)
🏛 Company memorabilia showcasing our 100-year journey

Discover our story & catch a glimpse of what’s next!

01/07/2026

A milestone worth celebrating. Momentum worth accelerating.
2026 marks 100 years of evolving with our industry – adapting through waves of technological change while staying grounded in precision, performance & expertise. With that foundation, we’re ready to advance the next century of surfacing solutions.

12/17/2025

12/17/2025

Holiday celebrations at UPI Headquarters & our JH Rhodes facility! 🎉
As we close out 2025, we’re grateful to our customers, partners & internal team for being part of 99 years of innovation in precision surfacing, advanced materials & performance-driven solutions. Wishing everyone a bright holiday season – & cheers to 2026 as we celebrate a CENTURY of surfacing!

11/26/2025

Great food 🍽️ + Awesome coworkers 🤝 = Universal Photonics Thanksgiving Pot luck 🦃!
Our Thanksgiving Potluck reminded us how lucky we are to work with such an incredible team.
Wishing everyone a joyful Thanksgiving from Universal Photonics!