Coherent Ships 50 Millionth Thin Film Optical Filter
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Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone with the shipment of its 50 millionth thin-film filter from its Advanced Coating Center in Santa Rosa, California. This achievement marks 25 years of precision optical innovation by the company.
The milestone highlights Coherent's expertise in producing optical coatings that are crucial for telecommunications and life sciences applications. Steve Rummel, Senior Vice President of Engineered Materials, emphasized the achievement's significance and the company's commitment to advancing thin film filter technology.
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- Reached significant milestone of 50 million thin-film filters shipped
- 25-year track record in precision optical manufacturing
- Strong presence in both telecommunications and life sciences markets
- Demonstrates successful vertical integration of technology
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, COHR gained 0.02%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 3 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement added approximately $3M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $16.64B at that time.
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SAXONBURG, Pa., Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a global leader in photonics, announces that its Advanced Coating Center in Santa Rosa, California, has shipped its 50 millionth thin-film filter, marking a major milestone in the company’s 25-year history of precision optical innovation.
This achievement highlights the lasting impact of thin-film filter technology across both telecommunications and life sciences. With a legacy of delivering industry-leading optical coatings, Coherent continues to offer solutions that set the standard for performance, reliability, and innovation - enabling advanced communication systems and life-saving diagnostics worldwide. This milestone underscores the strength of Coherent vertically integrated technology stack, precision manufacturing capabilities, and unwavering commitment to customer success
“This milestone is a testament to the dedication and ingenuity of our team, as well as the trust our customers place in us,” said Steve Rummel, Senior Vice President - Engineered Materials at Coherent. “Reaching 50 million filters is not just a number - it reflects years of commitment to excellence. As we look ahead, we remain focused on shaping the future of thin film filter technology, driving advancements that empower industries and improve lives.”
All thin film filter products by Coherent are available now. For additional information and customization, please visit www.coherent.com or contact your local Coherent representative.
About Coherent
Coherent is the global photonics leader. We harness photons to drive innovation. Industry leaders in the datacenter, communications, and industrial markets rely on Coherent’s world-leading technology to fuel their own innovation and growth.
Founded in 1971 and operating in more than 20 countries, Coherent brings the industry’s broadest, deepest technology stack; unmatched supply chain resilience; and global scale to help its customers solve their toughest technology challenges. Visit us at coherent.com.
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