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Welcome to the Pro-Lite blog! Here, you’ll find a wealth of technical articles and application case studies designed to enhance your understanding and skills in the field of photonics. Our content covers light measurement, optical properties, general photonics, spectroscopy, spectral imaging, and the latest in science and technology. By reading our blog, you’ll stay informed, inspired, and ahead of the curve with cutting-edge insights and practical solutions. Dive in and discover the benefits of staying connected with the forefront of light and optics.

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Hinalea VNIR ULTRA hyperspectral camera for laboratory and microscopy
Product News

Hinalea Introduces VNIR ULTRA High-Sensitivity
Hyperspectral Imaging System

Hinalea Imaging has announced the launch of the VNIR ULTRA, a next-generation visible and near-infrared (VNIR) hyperspectral imaging system designed for demanding laboratory research, microscopy, ...
July 22, 2026
Spectral Imaging - AI Technology
Spectroscopy

Spectral Imaging Evolves: Powered by Next-Generation Hardware and Machine Learning

The technology is reaching a true turning point. What was once a specialist and complex technique is now becoming more accessible, more automated, and far ...
June 24, 2026
New uniform light sources calibration service announcement
News and Events

Pro‑Lite Launches New On‑Site Uniform Light Source Recalibration Service

Pro‑Lite now offers on‑site uniform light sources recalibration with NIST traceability ensuring accurate, audit‑ready performance.
March 20, 2026
Blog
Photonics

Spotlight: BREVA Hexapod

The BREVA hexapod delivers precise six‑axis positioning for optical alignment, metrology, micro‑assembly and research applications, offering balanced performance, stability and versatility across demanding setups.
February 17, 2026
Blog
News and Events

Pro-Lite Agrees Calibration Partnership with Labsphere

16 February 2026 Pro-Lite (Cranfield, UK) has entered into a strategic agreement with Labsphere, Inc. (North Sutton, New Hampshire, USA) to operate Labsphere’s European calibration ...
February 16, 2026
Pro-Lite Technology JOSCAR 2025
News and Events

Pro-Lite Renews JOSCAR Registration

29 January 2026 We are pleased to announce that Pro-Lite Technology has renewed its JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) registration. This prestigious accreditation is ...
January 29, 2026
Plant Canopy Measurements
Spectroscopy

Advanced Techniques for Plant Canopy Measurements

Advanced plant canopy measurements using precise, non-destructive techniques to assess plant health, light absorption, and leaf area index (LAI) and more.
June 23, 2025
CID Bio-Science CI-710S
Product News

SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer: Revolutionising Field-Based Plant Research

The SpectraVue Leaf Spectrometer is redefining how plant science is conducted in the field. With its portable design, intuitive touchscreen interface, and powerful analytical capabilities, ...
June 23, 2025
Hinalea 4300 Hyperspectral Camera VSWIR
Spectroscopy

Beyond the Visible: How the Hinalea 4300 is Transforming Hyperspectral Imaging

The Hinalea 4300 is redefining hyperspectral imaging with its compact, high-performance design and cutting-edge Fabry-Perot tunable filter technology. Spanning the visible to shortwave infrared spectrum ...
May 21, 2025
Andover Corporation Filters - Pro-Lite Technology
Photonics

Exploring the Applications of Andover Optical Filters

Andover filters enhance applications in spectroscopy, medical imaging, machine vision, aerospace, and defence, ensuring precision, reliability and superior performance.
April 15, 2025
SILIOS Multispectral Cameras Pro-Lite Technology
News and Events

Real-Time Multispectral Cameras from SILIOS Technologies

Pro-Lite is delighted to announce that it is now a distributor for the multispectral cameras made by SILIOS Technologies (Peynier, France).
March 3, 2025
XpectralTek XpeCAM Hyperspectral Camera for Art Applications
News and Events

Pro-lite Technology Partners with XpectralTek to Provide XpeCAM Multispectral Cameras for Art Analysis

Pro-lite Technology has partnered with XpectralTek to bring the cutting-edge XpeCAM multispectral cameras to the field of art analysis.
February 11, 2025
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Product News

NIREOS HERA Hyperspectral Cameras Find New Applications

NLIR's mid-infrared (Mid-IR) spectrometers and detectors are recognised for their exceptional speed, sensitivity, and responsivity, making them a standout choice for demanding applications.
February 3, 2025
NLIR MID Infrared Spectrometer for demanding applications
Product News

NLIR’s Mid-Infrared Spectrometer for Process Monitoring

NLIR's mid-infrared (Mid-IR) spectrometers and detectors are recognised for their exceptional speed, sensitivity, and responsivity, making them a standout choice for demanding applications like process ...
January 30, 2025
HySpex Mjolnir UAV camera for mining applications
Product News

HySpex Real-Time UAV-based Spectral Imaging

A game changer for push-broom hyperspectral imaging. The new integrated hardware and software solution that revolutionises hyperspectral data processing.
January 30, 2025
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News and Events

Cyber Essentials Plus Certificate

23 October 2024 We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our organisation has successfully achieved the Cyber Essentials Plus certification. This significant milestone ...
October 23, 2024
Pro-Lite Technology LiGHT24
Exhibitions & Conferences

LiGHT24

We're exhibiting at LiGHT24 on 20-21 November 2024. Visit us at Stand U26 and check out our product demos!
October 21, 2024
Blog
Exhibitions & Conferences

SPIE Sensors + Imaging

We're exhibiting at SPIE Sensors+Imaging on 16-19 September 2024. Visit us at booth 302 and check out our product demos!
September 12, 2024
Blog
Light Metrology

Measuring Light: What’s the Difference Between Radiometers, Photometers, Spectrometers & Spectroradiometers?

Radiometers, photometers, spectrometers and spectroradiometers are all used to measure light, but they operate in fundamentally different ways and have distinct advantages and disadvantages.
July 18, 2024
ILT New Supplier
News and Events

Pro-Lite Group Partners with International Light Technologies (ILT)

The Pro-Lite Group has been appointed as distribution partners for International Light Technologies (ILT), the USA-based manufacturer of advanced light measurement instruments.
July 10, 2024
Piezo based Nanopositioning Devices in Semiconductor Applications
Photonics

The Uses and Impact of Piezo-based Nanopositioning Devices in Semiconductor Applications

This technical note will discuss where and how nanopositioning devices can be used within semiconductor manufacturing processes.
July 5, 2024
Image Quality Testing Imatest
Light Metrology

Image Quality Testing and Image Sensor Calibration

By Russell Bailey, June 2024 Abstract To properly characterise and calibrate imaging devices there are a wide range of tests that need to be performed ...
June 11, 2024
Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) Measurement
Light Metrology

The Heat Island Effect and Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) Measurement

The solar reflectance and heat retention properties of materials are key factors that lead to increased temperatures in urban compared with rural environments. The metric ...
May 29, 2024
Blog
Photonics

A Review of Handheld Laser Welding

What are the advantages of the laser welding and its laser safety requirements?
May 13, 2024
Symetrie Hexapod
Photonics

Hexapods: Precision Motion Control and Positioning in 6-Axes

Hexapods can be used for a variety of purposes, offering flexibility where stacked motion systems often cannot. There are many benefits to considering a parallel ...
March 6, 2024
CarbonVision Breadboard Carbon fiber
Photonics

The Application of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers in Optical Mounts and Breadboards

This technical note will describe the application in optical systems – and distinct advantages – of advanced, carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) used in optical ...
February 12, 2024
Lighting in Horticulture
Light Metrology

Lighting in Horticulture

How do you determine the appropriate lighting in horticulture, and how do you validate its effectiveness—whether you're a plant grower or a lighting product manufacturer?
February 9, 2024
Blog
Light Metrology

What is Flicker?

In the realm of lighting, flicker isn't just a mere oscillation of light; it's the unsung hero dictating our visual comfort. Learn what flicker is ...
December 19, 2023
Piezosystem Jena Microscopy
Photonics

Microscopy and Life Science Applications for Precision Motion

Applications of precision positioning equipment have gone hand-in-hand with microscopy since the dawn of its inception.
September 18, 2023
Nireos - Spectral image of photoluminescence of a spin-coated perovskite semiconductor using Hera VISNIR
Spectroscopy

Revealing the Invisible: Unleashing the Power of Spectral Imaging in Microscopy

Most microscopic spectral imaging is implemented using a multispectral approach. However, imaging can be extended to hyperspectral imaging.
June 26, 2023
Hinalea - Spectral image of stained soft tissue cancer
Spectroscopy

Revolutionising Spectral Imaging

A new spectral imaging technology from Hinalea Imaging exploits a Fabry-Perot interferometer (FPI) to provide selectable high resolution hyperspectral images as well as near real-time ...
April 27, 2023
Display Metrology and the effects of ambient illumination
Light Metrology

Display Metrology and the Effects of Ambient Illumination

Pro-Lite’s Robert Yeo reviews the metrology of displays and explains the problem of ambient light and sunlight readability.
December 15, 2022
Light Metrology

Light Metrology: The Tools of the Trade

Pro-Lite serves customers working in lighting and illumination with a complete solution to measuring the brightness, colour, colour rendering and spatial distribution of lighting products ...
November 25, 2022
Laservision Laser Safety Eyewear
Photonics

Laser Safety: Don’t Get Burnt

Since their invention in 1960, lasers have become ever more widely deployed in scientific research, in medicine, in industrial materials processing, in telecommunications as well ...
November 25, 2022
HySpex Hyperspectral imaging
Spectroscopy

Spectral Imaging – is it the Future of Spectroscopy?

Optical spectroscopy provides an invaluable insight into the interaction between light and matter and is used in a remarkable range of applications. Traditionally, spectrometers have ...
September 14, 2022
Blog
Light Metrology

How Many Megapixels are Too Many?

Pro-Lite provides a solution for almost any application in measuring the colour and brightness of light sources and displays. From a simple, inexpensive lux meter, ...
August 17, 2022
Blog
Spectroscopy

The role of Raman Spectroscopy in Art Conservation

The use of Raman spectroscopy applied to cultural heritage has been well established since the 1980s, however, the market still does not provide the perfect ...
August 17, 2022
HySpex Classic VNIR-1800 and SWIR-384 cameras Blueberries
Spectroscopy

Hyperspectral Imaging – a Technology Update

New developments in sensor technology and computer processing are rapidly enhancing consumer digital camera performance, leading to a wider adoption of imaging in everyday use.
June 27, 2022
Calibration
Light Metrology

The Dark Art of Light Metrology

The science of measuring the amount, spectral and spatial distribution of light emitted by a source (light bulb, screen, infrared lamp etc.) is generally poorly ...
June 10, 2022
Blog
Spectroscopy

Technical Briefing: Spectral Imaging Technologies

A review of the technologies that drive Pro-Lite’s spectral imagers By Dr Nick Barnett, May 2020 Introduction A spectral imager is a hybrid camera that ...
March 15, 2022
Blog
Science & Technology

The Origins of the Metric System

A 250 gram piece of Roquefort purchased in France should weigh exactly the same as a 250 gram piece bought in New York City, although ...
February 4, 2022
Automotive Lighting Banner
Light Metrology

Automotive Lighting: Lighting the Road Ahead

The history, design, technology & metrology of vehicle headlamps By Robert Yeo, May 2020 This article was first published in the April 2020 issue of ...
February 4, 2022
Blog
Spectroscopy

Integrating Spheres: Their Application in Reflectance Spectroscopy

Reflectance spectroscopy is a versatile analytical technique which can reveal a material’s chemical composition, as well as allowing colour to be quantified in a multitude ...
February 4, 2022
Blog
Photonics

Tech Note: Motion Control within a Vacuum Environment

The challenges of deploying motion control devices in a vacuum By Dr Mike Soulby, Photonics Application Specialist, August 2020 Introduction Motion control within a vacuum ...
February 4, 2022
Photonics

Tech Note: Nanopositioning Using Standing Wave Piezoelectric Motors

Combining speed with nanometric precision and unlimited travel Introduction In photonics motion control applications, how do you combine speed with nanometric precision and unlimited travel? ...
February 4, 2022
Blog
Light Metrology

Radiometry of UVC Lamps Used in Germicidal Disinfection

How to ensure you irradiate using the correct UVGI dose By Robert Yeo, April 2020 Introduction The use of germicidal ultraviolet (UV) radiation has been ...
February 4, 2022
Blog
News and Events

SphereOptics Achieves ISO 17025 Accreditation

Reflectance calibrations to DIN 5036 part 3 Pro-Lite’s SphereOptics division (Herrsching, Germany) has achieved accreditation to the DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 quality assurance standard for ...
February 4, 2022
Blog
Light Metrology

LIDAR: a Technology Overview and Review of Testing Methodology

The Role of Diffuse Reflectance Targets in Testing & Calibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) By Russell Bailey, Pro-Lite Technology Ltd & Greg McKee, Labsphere, ...
February 1, 2022