2021
The Device-ALab company joins the Photonis group
The French company Device-ALab, specialist in infrared camera cores, joins the Photonis group
Photonis launches iNocturn
The first intensified camera combining Photonis image intensifier tube and the sensitive low light camera core.
2020
Photonis in the fight against Covid-19
Photonis supports its analytical instrument customers in the battle against Covid-19.
2019
Photonis Science challenge for students
The launch of an international science challenge for Engineering and Business students
Launch MCP-PMT for LIDAR
The launch of MCP-PMT for LIDAR applications
2018
Photonis Scientific and Photonis Defense
Renaming of our facilities in the United States into Photonis Scientific and Photonis Defense
Technology for NASA
Providing critical technology for NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Mission
Introduction 2 and 4MPX EBCMOS
Introduction of high resolution 2 and 4MPX EBCMOS sensor
Technology GOES-S
Providing technology for space satellite GOES-S
2017
Launch Neutronic
The Launch of Neutronic System for Neutron Imaging
Introduction NOCTURN HD-SDI Camera
Introduction of a new low light camera designed to replace CCTV cameras with 720p digital resolution
Photonis Ultimate Forces Challenge
Photonis sponsors a new television program “Photonis Ultimate Forces Challenge”
INTENS becomes 4G
The market recognizes the Photonis INTENS image intensifier tube as 4G, so we decided to change the name
4G available for US
Introduction of the 4G standard-compliant to US market
2016
Photonis products for GOES-R Orbiter
Design of Custom Microchannel Plates for the GOES-R Orbiter to monitor radiation, solar flares from space
Introduction single counting camera
Introduction of a new single photon counting camera ideal for fast imaging under light starved conditions
Photonis visits Jupiter
Photonis visits Jupiter on Juno spacecraft
Launch CPNB84
Launch of the CPNB84 to the Nuclear Instrumentation neutron detector CPNB family
Launch FusionSight
Launch of the world-first digital night vision device providing smart fusion provided in collaboration with Bertin
Award for CNOD
The CMOS Night Observation Device (CNOD) received the GICAT Export Trophy at Eurosatory
Launch ASTRO-H
Successful launch of the ASTRO-H with a new Photonis X-Ray Source on board to map clusters of Galaxies and Supernovas
Introduction Hi-QE Photocathodes
Introduction of a New High Quantum Efficiency Photocathode
2015
Award for Kameleon
The Kameleon CMOS sensor received the Prix Chanson for innovation
Introduction INTENS 16mm
Introduction of the INTENS 16mm tube to cover SWAP requirement while keeping the highest performance
2014
Awarded by NASA
Photonis is awarded by NASA for work on MAVEN project
Into the Laser Megajoule
Installation of Photonis’ components in the Laser MegaJoule
Introduction Kameleon
Introduction of the day-to-night color Kameleon CMOS sensor
Launch 4G compliant INTENS tubes
Launch of the INTENS image intensifier tube compliant with the new 4G night vision standard
2013
Introduction NOCTURN Camera
Introduction of the day-to-night NOCTURN Camera powered by the LYNX CMOS.
2012
Award Resistive Glass Reflectron Lens Process Patent
Award of patent for the manufacture of resistive glass tubes with non-linear gradient electrical resistance changes
75th anniversary of Photonis
Celebration of Photonis’ 75th anniversary
Introduction LYNX
Introduction of Photonis’ first digital product LYNX low noise CMOS made for day to night vision
Landing on Mars
Photonis detectors embedded in the Rover module landed on Mars for a long exploration of the red planet
X-Ray Imager to Space
X-Ray Imager made by Photonis is deployed to Space
2011
Burle Industries becomes Photonis USA Pennsylvania
A name change of Burle Industries into Photonis USA Pennsylvania because of the growing recognition of the Photonis name in the US markets
Introduction 40 mm Second Generation AP TOF
Introduction of a 40mm Second Generation AP TOF
2010
Award for Optical Communications Receiver
The Optical Communications Receiver wins PRISM award for Innovation, this product increased the collection area and the speed to optimize communications
Launch TruFlight and Microchannel Plate Technology
Launch of TruFlight and Microchannel Plate Technology, this ultra-flat MCP is a key element in TOF detectors to reduce time jitter
Introduction Multi Capillary Inlet Tube Technology
Introduction of Multy Capillary Inlet Tube Technology made of resistive glass, and increases ion throughput significantly
Award nomination Gen2 TOF detector nominated for PRISM Award
Nomination of GEN2 TOF detector for the PRISM Award, the increased resolution for this module is twice as fast as other market offerings
Photonis Holding becomes Photonis Technologies
Renaming of Photonis Holding into Photonis Technologies, the name change reflects the commitment of Photonis to developing optic technologies
Launch 18 mm Second Generation AP TOF
Launch of the 18 mm Second Generation AP TOF, this Gen2 version improves both speed and resolution of TOF analysis
Introduction Microwell Plate Technology
Introduction of Microwell Plate Technology, glass plates filled with millions of tiny holes for sample collection
2009
Introduction Second Generation Bipolar TOF
Introduction of the Second Generation Bipolar TOF
Award night vision optics
Award for Best Lightweight Portable Technology at Soldier Tech 2009, Photonis’ night vision optics are clear winners and continue to be a soldier favorite
Patent Mounting Pad Technology
Patent awarded for Mounting Pad Technology, this technology eliminates the MCP rim which commonly causes warping and cracking
Certification Nuclear Instrumentation
Certification of Standard KTA1401 Confirmation by AREVA for components of Nuclear Instrumentation
New supplier for components
AREVA becomes a supplier for components of Nuclear Instrumentation
Certification Photonis USA
Photonis USA receives ISO 9001: 2008 certification
Introduction Microchannel Plate MountingPad Technology
Introduction of Microchannel Plate MountingPad Technology which allows the Microchannel Plate to expand and contract without breakage
Certification Photonis France
Photonis France receives ISO 14001:2004 certification
2008
Introduction Micro Pore Optics
Introduction of Square Pore Microchannel Plates (Micro Pore Optics) which are used to focus X, UV and EUV rays, most commonly in space
Contract with US Government
IDIQ contract with US Government for image intensifier tubes of 5 years
2007
Nomination ICU
Nomination of ICU for 'Best Technological Development for Future Soldier System Enhancement', this integrated camera unit couples a camera with a night vision optic
Photonis Holding
Photonis Holding is formed for the combination of DEP, Burle and Photonis
2006
Introduction Coaxial TOF
Introduction of Coaxial Time of Flight (TOF) detectors use less space inside the mass spectrometer
Introduction Enhanced Ion Conversion Coating
Introduction of Enhanced Ion Conversation Coating
Invention Resistive Glass Ion Mobility Tube
Invention of Resistive Glass Ion Mobility Tube, this enhances the sample efficiency of ion mobility by using an electric field to attract ions
Patent awarded Resistive Glass Reflectron
Patent awarded for Resistive Glass Reflectron which uses the properties of resistive glass to more efficiently attract ions
Patent awarded Charged Particle Controller
Patent awarded for the Charged Particle Controller
Patent Awarded Electron Multiplier
Patent awarded for the Electron Multiplier with ion conversion
Invention Reflectron from Resistive Glass
Invention of Reflectrons from Resistive Glass which are a common replacement to stack rings and easier to service and clean
Patent awarded Low Power Voltage Divider
Patent awarded for Low Power Voltage Divider
Patent awarded Resistive Glass Manufacturing process
Patent awarded for Resistive Glass Manufacturing process
Patent awarded Co-Axial BiPolar TOF detector
Patent awarded for CoAxial TOF detector which are key to portable mass spectrometers where space is limited
2005
Invention Enhanced Bipolar Time of Flight Detector
Invention of the Enhanced Bipolar Time of Flight Detector, the enhancement increased detector sensitivity, increasing resolution
Patent awarded Bipolar TOF detector
Patent awarded for the Bipolar TOF detector
Photonis Group
Photonis Group has formed by combining DEP, Burle and Photonis. Photonis now has manufacturing facilities in four countries
2004
Introduction Bipolar Time of Flight Detector
Introduction of the Bipolar Time of Flight Detector, the popularity of TOF mass spectrometry spurs an increase in TOF detector development
Order for CERN
Order for CERN to develop 550 Hybrid Photo Diodes to track photon movement
Patent awarded Bipolar TOF detector
Patent awarded for Bipolar TOF detector with Cartridge
2003
Invention 2 micron Pore MCP
Invention of 2 micron pore Microchannel Plates, at that moment the smallest pore size on the market
Introduction CFUZ subminiature fission chamber, 1,5 mm external diameter, is introduced
Introduction of CFUZ subminiature fission chamber, 1,5 mm external diameter. This is a Nuclear Instrumentation components, in collaboration with the CEA (French Atomic Energy commission)
Invention Resistive Glass
Invention Resistive Glass which creates a uniform electric field to preferentially attract ions
2002
Introduction XR-5
Introduction of XR-5 image intensifiers with Auto-Gating
2001
Patent awarded EGA
Patent awarded for Electron Generator Array
Invention EGA
Invention of Electron Generator Array, EGAs act as cold electron sources with steady electron flux
2000
Introduction XH-72 image intensifier
Introduction of XH-72 image intensifier for night vision, a direct competition for the XD-4
Introduction XD-4 image intensifier
Introduction of XD-4 image intensifier by DEP, a direct competition for the XH-72
1999
Acquisition Burle division Galileo
Acquisition for Burle of the Scientific Detector and Spectroscopy division of Galileo
Introduction SDH-3 image intensifier
Introduction of SDH-3 image intensifier, one of the first image intensifiers that was used in night vision technology
1998
Invention advanced performance TOF
Invention of advanced performance Time of Flight Detector
Introduction CFUG ex-core wide range fission chamber
Introduction of the Nuclear CFUG ex-core wide range fission chamber, LOCA protected
Philips Brive becomes Photonis
Philips Brive becomes Photonis, an independent company. This is the first time that Photonis is used
1994
Transfer SMCP technology
Transfer of the Science Multichannel Plates technology from Mullards Mitcham (Philips, GB) to PHILIPS PHOTONIQUE, this means MCP capabilities for both image intensifiers and space applications in two plants
EDF CECC qualification CPNB44
EDF (Electicite de France) CCE qualification for the Nuclear CPNB44 boron lined proportional counter
PHILIPS COMPOSANTS becomes PHILIPS PHOTONIQUE
PHILIPS COMPOSANTS becomes PHILIPS PHOTONIQUE, after this acquisition it is still part of the Philips
1992
Invention Low Noise MCP
Invention of the Low Noise Microchannel Plate which improves detection sensitivity
1991
Invention positive and negative Ion Detector
Invention of the positive and negative Ion Detector
Manufacturing for Brilliant Pebbles SDI program
Manufacturing of a 12mm detector for use on Brilliant Pebbles SDI program by DEO. The technology developed for this cancelled program spawned new applications
1990
RTC-COMPELEC becomes PHILIPS COMPOSANTS
RTC-COMPELEC becomes PHILIPS COMPOSANTS, after this acquisition it is still part of the Philips Group
1988
Invention of ion free MCP
Invention of the ion free Microchannel Plate
1987
Formation BURLE Industries
Formation of BURLE Industries from the former General Electric, focus is manufacturing of specialized power tubes, Magnetrons and cavities
1986
Move of Galileo into new headquarters
Move of Galileo into new headquarters. The Sturbridge, MA facility is still in use today, equipped with glass manufacturing facilities
HYPERELEC becomes RTC-COMPELEC
HYPERELEC becomes RTC-COMPELEC, after this acquisition it is still part of the Philips Group
Acquiring RCA by General Electric
Acquiring of RCA by General Electric
1982
Invention Long Life MCP
Invention of Long Life Microchannel Plates which offers an exclusive material with superior lifetime characteristics
1978
Invention generation III MCP
Invention of generation lll Microchannel Plates which brought improved resolution to the market
1977
Invention first commercial TOF Detector
Invention of the first commercial Time of Flight detector, which is a common Mass Spectrometer type
1976
Developing 8 Micron Pore MCPs’
Developing of 8 Micron Pore Microchannel Plates, smaller pore sizes means higher resolution
1974
Use of first MCP in space
Use of the first Microchannel Plate in space exploration
1972
Use of first Channeltron in space
Use of the first Channeltron in Space Exploration
1970
Opening of DEP
Opening of Delft Electronic Products, BV (DEP) in Roden (Netherlands), formed to manufacture the first image intensifiers by Photonis
1968
Creation large format MCP
Creation of the large Microchannel Plate (MCP), this enabled larger images to be detected
1967
Invention photo tube using SCEM
Invention of the first photo tube using a single channel electron multiplier (SCEM), this enabled image intensification
1963
Philips becomes HYPERELEC
Philips becomes HYPERELEC, a Philips Company
1962
Invention MCPs for image intensification
Invention of Microchannel Plates for image intensification , these are developed for use in night vision products
Opening new Philips factory in Brive-la-Gaillarde
Opening of the new Philips factory in Brive-la-Gaillarde, the factory is still in use today
1961
Invention Channeltron Electron Multiplier
Invention of the Channeltron Electron Multiplier which is the widely recognized brand name for SCEMs
1960
Flooding hits southwest France
Flooding hits southwest France and damaged the Philips Factory in Brive-la-Gaillarde. Relocation was underway due to limited space in downtown Brive
1958
Invention Continuous Dynode Multiplier
Invention of Continuous Dynode Multiplier, a vacuum tube structure that multiplies incident electron charges
1955
Invention Magnetic Electron Multiplier
Invention of Magnetic Electron Multiplier, this product used alkai doped lead glass as the multiplication surface to multiply electrons
1946
Development of TV products, Power Tubes and vacuum devices
Development and production of TV products, Power Tubes and vacuum devices, these RCA products are at the forefront of television transmission
1942
Opening of Burle
Opening of the facility Burle in Lancaster (United States of America), originally part of RCA Corporation, to support US Navy in the manufacture of microwave and radio tubes
1937
Opening of facility Brive-la-Gaillarde
Opening of the Philips Group facility in Brive-la-Gaillarde (France) which is largely recognized as the beginning of Photonis as it stands today