What’s new at Gentec-EO in October 2026
Thursday, October 29, 2026
UP product update
1. Calibration Tag Update
Historically, our detectors have included small plastic tags attached to the detector cables to hold calibration date stickers. Going forward, these plastic tags will be discontinued. To ensure calibration information remains easily accessible, calibration date stickers will be applied directly to either the DB15 connector or the INTEGRA housing, as illustrated in the examples below.
This change is effective immediately. During a transition period, customers may receive products with either the previous or the updated labeling configuration.
2. Removal of Rear Plug on UP Detector Heads
Some of our UP detectors currently feature a plastic plug located on the rear of the detector head. While this component was beneficial for certain custom applications utilizing an amplified PCB, it is not required for standard detector operation.
We have therefore begun manufacturing UP detectors without this rear opening and plug. This design enhancement does not affect the specifications, functionality, or performance of any UP detector model. Customers can continue to expect the same high level of reliability and performance.
Updated mechanical drawings reflecting this change are now available on our website. As with the calibration tag update, a transition period will apply, during which products may be shipped with or without the rear plug.
We appreciate your continued trust in our products and remain dedicated to delivering quality, consistency, and continuous improvement across our portfolio.
Product Finder update
We’ve improved our Product Finder! You can now check whether a specific product is compatible with your requirements, rather than only asking which products are compatible.
The Gentec-EO team at ICALEO 2026!
This month, Gentec-EO was in Denver for ICALEO 2026, one of the leading events in the laser industry.
Geoffrey-Axel Michaud-Ferland and Anthony Bédard represented Gentec-EO, connecting with researchers, engineers, and laser experts from around the world. It was also a special milestone for Anthony, as ICALEO marked his first event representing Gentec-EO!
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet our team!
Gentec-EO at IRMMW-THz 2026
This month, David Paré and Don Dooley represented Gentec-EO at IRMMW-THz 2026 in Salt Lake City.
This event was especially meaningful for our team, as it marked Don’s final event with Gentec-EO before his well-deserved retirement.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet David and Don, and we wish Don all the best as he begins this exciting new chapter!
New R&D Director
We’re excited to announce that Alexandre Rousseau has been appointed R&D Director at Gentec-EO! With a background in scientific research and several years of experience at Gentec-EO, including leading special projects, Alexandre brings valuable experience to this new role.
Congratulations on this exciting new chapter!
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
ICUIL 2026
- November 8-13
- St-Andrews, UK
FIRST INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMMERCIAL ADVANCES FOR FUSION POWER PLANTS
- December 14-17
- Québec, Canada
EVENTS WITH DISTRIBUTOR BOOTHS
Manufacturing world FUKUOKA 2026
- December 2-4
- Fukuoka, JAPAN
Check our event page to know when we will be in your area.
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