Axsys to provide infrared imaging lenses for Army CROWS program

ROCKY HILL, Conn., 16 Jan. 2008.Axsys Technologies Inc. in Rocky Hill, Conn., won a $21.9 million order from BAE Systems in Lexington, Mass., to produce dual-field-of-view infrared imaging lenses as part of the U.S. Army's Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) program.

The contract allows for additional quantities to be ordered at BAE's option over the coming five years. If all options are maximally exercised, the contract value could total $87 million, company officials say.

Axsys designs high-performance surveillance cameras, imaging systems, and related motion-control technologies for aerospace, defense, and high-performance commercial applications. For more information contact Axsys online at www.axsys.com.