ABOUT STRAINOPTICS
Precision Stress Measurement Since 1985
Strainoptics is a global leader in stress measurement instrumentation and optical inspection equipment for the glass and plastics industries. Founded in 1985, we help manufacturers understand residual stress, improve quality control, optimize production processes, and produce better-performing products.
Our expertise extends beyond instrumentation. We provide customer training in photoelasticity and stress measurement, applications support, and calibration and repair services for polarimetry equipment from our U.S. facility.
Strainoptics is part of Industrial QC, a group of specialized companies developing advanced inspection and quality assurance solutions for the glass and plastics industries. Together, we provide customers with broader technical expertise, complementary technologies, and global sales and service support.
Our Specialties
Worldwide
Presence
Strainoptics instruments are used by glass and plastics manufacturers around the world. Through our global network of representatives and distributors, we provide local access to precision measurement solutions, applications support, and technical expertise.
What does Strainoptics specialize in?
Strainoptics specializes in stress measurement instrumentation and optical inspection equipment for glass and plastics. Our product range includes polarimeters, strain viewers, edge-stress instruments, roller-wave measurement systems, and automated stress and birefringence measurement solutions.
When was Strainoptics founded?
Strainoptics was founding in 1985 by Alex Radner, an international authority in the field of stress analysis with over 35 years of experience.
Does Strainoptics provide training and technical support
Yes. Strainoptics provides operator and technical training covering both the theory and practical application of photoelasticity, stress measurement, and instrument use. Training can be conducted at our facility or yours, with ongoing technical support, calibration, repair, maintenance, and testing services also available.
Does Strainoptics calibrate and repair instruments?
Yes. We provide calibration and repair services for all Strainoptics equipment.
How do I select the right stress measurement instrument?
Our applications team can review your glass or plastics application measurement requirements, test method, and production environment to recommend an appropriate instrument or system. Please contact our team at stress@strainoptics.com for assistance
