Ocean Optics Hosts Photonics Customer Forum 2007

March 2007

Three day program offers insight into maximizing the latest technologies and applications in education, scientific research, and industry

Dunedin, Florida (March 15, 2007) – Expert spectrometer guidance geared to specific application needs, interaction with other industry professionals and hands-on testing of the newest field-portable technology are all on tap at Ocean Optics’ Customer Forum 2007, April 23-25.  The program, being held in St. Petersburg, Florida, is intended to provide intensive coverage of the latest technologies, applications and solutions in photonics.  The schedule includes a varied selection of educational sessions, roundtables and field experiments.

The forum is designed to promote a better understanding of miniature spectroscopy, with an optional pre-forum boot camp for those new to the industry, and sessions that range from choosing a spectrometer to fit a given application to getting the most from Java-based spectrometer operating software and programming packages.  In addition, OEM & Distributor roundtables will facilitate discussion of successful spectrometer integration in analytical instruments. Business and research applications of in-situ and non-invasive optical sensor systems will be also be explored.

The highlight of the program will be hands-on opportunities, working one-on-one with Ocean Optics Applications Scientists and Engineers, as well as test driving new product in field experiments.  Customers will have daily access to technical experts in the on-site lab, to learn how to maximize their use of Ocean Optics systems.  Attendees are encouraged to bring non-hazardous, application-specific samples to try.  The company will also debut its newest field-portable technology, the Jaz family of smart sensing Ethernet instruments.  A series of field experiments will allow customers to test out the measurement capabilities of this new system in locations not previously accessible with traditional technology.

For more information, and to register, visit www.OOICustomerForum.com, email CustomerForum@OceanOptics.com, or phone 727-450-5335.

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