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Rochester, NY — January 20, 2026 — Sydor Optics, a leading Rochester-area advanced manufacturing company, has announced its first-ever acquisition of Vertex Optics, a Victor-based precision optics manufacturer. The strategic move significantly expands Sydor's optical capabilities ahead of a major facility expansion in Rochester.
According to Rochester Business Journal's reporting on January 20, 2026, the acquisition allows Sydor Optics to enter the high-precision curved optics market while maintaining Vertex's operational independence. Both companies will continue operating under their respective brands, with Vertex operating as a Sydor Optics company.
The combined workforce of approximately 120 employees (Sydor's existing ~100 plus Vertex's 20-person team) will benefit from shared resources and advanced manufacturing technologies. Jonathan Sydor and Matthew Sydor continue leading Sydor Optics through the growth phase.
The acquisition combines complementary technical strengths, creating a comprehensive optics platform serving multiple high-growth industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, energy and automotive sectors.
Sydor's capabilities include:
Vertex Optics adds expertise in:
The expansion doubles Sydor's current manufacturing footprint with a new 100,000-square-foot facility planned for the summer of 2027. The new building will be constructed on property Sydor Optics purchased a few years ago directly across from its existing Jetview Drive location in Rochester.
According to company leadership, construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2026. The additional space will enable Sydor to accommodate the combined workforce, implement new manufacturing technologies including MRF polishing and enhanced CNC capabilities, and serve increasingly complex customer requirements across aerospace and defense sectors.
The acquisition and facility expansion underscore Sydor Optics' long-term commitment to Rochester. The company recently announced a $3 million naming investment in Monroe Community College's new Advanced Technology Center, opening in fall 2026. The Sydor Optics Advanced Technology Center will provide hands-on training in optics, precision tooling, HVAC, automotive and renewable energy technologies.
This educational partnership addresses workforce development in advanced manufacturing, creating a pipeline of trained technicians and engineers for companies like Sydor, Vertex, and other regional manufacturers.
The combined company is well-positioned for growth in high-precision optical markets. Jonathan Sydor emphasized the strategic focus: "This is the opportunity we've been looking for to enter the world of custom curved optics. There's a lot of new technology coming, and it all needs optics."
The partnership creates improved manufacturing flexibility, faster development cycles for complex optical systems, and higher precision standards for aerospace and defense customers who require uncompromising quality standards.
For existing customers of both Sydor Optics and Vertex Optics, the acquisition is designed to be seamless. Existing relationships, processes, and points of contact remain unchanged. Customers gain access to expanded high-end custom optics capabilities, improved scalability for complex projects, and enhanced innovation from the combined technical team.
Rochester's optics industry continues to strengthen with companies like Sydor Optics, Syntec Optics, L3Harris, and Bausch + Lomb contributing to the region's position as a center for advanced optics manufacturing. Sydor's expansion and acquisition represent continued confidence in Rochester's skilled workforce and manufacturing infrastructure.
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