Axsys Technologies Inc. has acquired Telic Optics Inc., a privately owned manufacturer of infrared optics and optical assemblies.

Headquartered in North Billerica, Massachusetts and founded in 1986, Telic employs 32 people and sells its products to manufacturers of thermal imaging cameras, defense prime contractors and research laboratories that design systems used in long-range reconnaissance, surveillance and targeting applications for the defense and homeland security markets.

Axsys is a leading supplier of metal optics and opto-mechanical assemblies used in reconnaissance, surveillance and targeting applications, primarily for air- and space-based applications. The acquisition of Telic provides Axsys with several strategic benefits.

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