IRD Glass

04/23/2026

Thanks to Theresa for helping the Litchfield Kiwanis during the recent career exploration afternoon for 7th graders! It is great to help our community and get kids interested in the future!

01/09/2026

IRD Glass will be attending Photonics West 2026!

Sourcing precision plano, prism, or cylindrical components in 2026 and beyond — glass, ceramic, or optical — and need support from prototype to production? Come visit us at booth #3312!

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas Eve from IRD!
We had some festive employees this week!

10/15/2025

We’re headed to Optifab 2025 — are you?

📍 Booth #700 | Oct. 21-23 | Rochester, NY

If you're tackling a tough optics project or looking to reshore components due to rising tariffs, let's connect.

✅ Ultra-precise super-polish
✅ Sapphire machining & custom shaping
✅ Automation for consistent, scalable production

Come see what we’re working on — and what we can do for you.

09/04/2025

Thin substrates are unforgiving. When tolerances shrink and timelines tighten, “good enough” can get expensive, fast.

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“Good Enough” Isn’t Good Enough in Precision Glass Manufacturing by Riley Anderson | Jul 9, 2025 | Blog | 0 comments Why Thin Substrates, Tough Tolerances, and Tight Timelines Demand More Than Just the Lowest Quote Small mistakes can lead to significant consequences in precision glass manufact...

08/29/2025

✏️📚 New school year, new class.
But this one’s not in your syllabus… it’s in the lab.
Meet glassy gels — a new class of material that’s tough as glass, but stretches 5× its length without breaking.

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Researchers have created a new class of materials that blends the hardness of glass with the stretchability of gels. The new materials – “glassy gels” – can stretch up to five times their original length without breaking.

08/22/2025

Next stop: FABTECH 2025

We look forward to exploring the latest advancements in manufacturing and connecting with fellow industry leaders. As a trusted partner in precision glass and ceramic components, IRD Glass is proud to support innovation across aerospace, defense, medical, and advanced optics.

Will you be at FABTECH? Visit us at Booth .

08/08/2025

We’re teeing up for one of our favorite annual traditions!

Next Friday we host the Denny Rutledge Memorial Golf Scramble and IRD Glass Open House, a day where we honor legacy, celebrate community, and enjoy a little friendly competition.

Looking forward to connecting with partners, customers, and friends. See you on the green! ⛳

07/07/2025

Happy Retirement Martin!
Martin celebrates his retirement today from IRD. While his journey at IRD wasn’t too long we are glad he joined the team 2 years ago. May you enjoy your travels, family, woodworking and everything retired life has to offer!

04/08/2025

IRD Glass will be exhibiting at SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing (DCS) from April 15–17 in sunny Orlando, FL! 🌞

Stop by Booth #500 to see how our custom precision glass and ceramic components can elevate your next project. Whether you're in R&D, prototyping, or full-scale production, we’re here to partner with you every step of the way.