IRLabs is frequently in the news for our achievements in infrared detection and cryogenic technology. Read the latest on our projects and products.
By IRLabs Staff|2026-05-15T15:40:53-07:00April 29th, 2026|Blog, News|Comments Off on What JWST Teaches Us About the Limits of Infrared Detection
JWST reveals a critical shift in infrared detection: performance is no longer limited by sensors alone, but by thermal control, noise, and system-level integration.
By IRLabs Staff|2026-05-18T09:35:51-07:00April 27th, 2026|News|Comments Off on IRLabs Donation Brings Advanced Semiconductor Failure Detection to UA Cleanroom
IRLabs has donated advanced infrared emission microscopy technology to the University of Arizona, enabling detection of ultra-low signal semiconductor defects and helping prevent costly chip failures that can impact performance and yield.
By IRLabs Staff|2024-11-25T09:10:00-07:00November 20th, 2024|News|Comments Off on IRLabs Launches Online Store
IRLabs, a leader in infrared detection and custom cryogenic solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its new online store, providing research institutions and cryogenic laboratories with easy access to high-performance components and equipment.
By IRLabs Staff|2023-10-23T09:30:07-07:00October 20th, 2023|News|Comments Off on IRLabs’ Showcases Failure Analysis Capabilities at ISTFA 2023 in Phoenix
IRLabs will showcase the failure analysis capabilities of our IREM photon emission microscope system at ISTFA 2023, the premier event for the microelectronics failure analysis community, at the Phoenix Convention Center, November 14-15, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona.
By IRLabs Staff|2024-04-15T09:33:33-07:00October 10th, 2023|News|Comments Off on Tucson Tech: Arizona Daily Star Features IRLabs
The Arizona Daily Star featured IRLabs in their business and technology news on Sunday, October 10, 2023. The article covers the company's rich legacy and its exciting future.
By IRLabs Staff|2024-04-15T09:34:43-07:00September 15th, 2023|News|Comments Off on IRLabs Featured in Cold Facts Magazine
IRLabs' work is featured in the September 2023 issue of Cold Facts Magazine. The article describes the high-altitude cryostat we produced for the German Aerospace Center (DLR) for their OSAS-B oxygen spectrometer that was as part of Europe’s HEMERA balloon campaign.
By IRLabs Staff|2023-09-06T17:34:23-07:00September 6th, 2023|News|Comments Off on IRLabs Announces New Name and Positions for Growth
Infrared Laboratories, Inc., a Tucson-based optics and cryogenics company, is pleased to announce it has adopted its common nickname, IRLabs, as its new company name. This name change is representative of the company's positioning for future growth with new leadership, new branding and a new website.
By Chris Foster|2026-02-19T14:22:58-07:00December 20th, 2021|News|Comments Off on Coatings and Surface Processes to Control Emissivity in IR Detector Systems
In addition to the mechanical solutions IRLabs uses to reduce stray light from entering the detector, such as tight-fitting or potted wiring feedthroughs, or stepped interfaces, we also use coatings and surface processes to control the emissivity of internal system components. Here are a few examples of the coatings and surface process options offered...
By Chris Foster|2023-10-16T14:36:37-07:00December 17th, 2021|News|Comments Off on Controlling Stray Light: Mechanical Design Solutions
Preventing and controlling stray light is an important design aspect for any highly sensitive infrared detection system. Without careful thought into the design of your system, stray light can easily cost you in the form of decreased signal-to-noise ratio and reduced integration time due to premature saturation of your detector.
By Chris Foster|2025-03-30T16:58:35-07:00July 8th, 2021|News|Comments Off on Proven Partner in Cryogenic System Design
IRLabs has worked with hundreds of scientists to deliver semi-custom and custom cryogenic systems used for scientific research and industry. A proven partner in cryogenic design process IRLabs has delivered over 4,500 successful systems. When you work with us, you can expect to work with a top-notch team of professionals with decades of experience...
