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What's New
Thomas Harmon appointed Project Engineer
June 14, 2010
Thomas Harmon joined LIC as a Project Engineer today. Tom received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maine in 1973.
Tom has 35 years of product and equipment design experience in the electronic, automotive, and recently in the medical field, with emphasis on automation equipment for assembling, and testing of products.
He is originally a Maine native and returned home to join the Lighthouse team.
Lighthouse is Chosen as 2010 International Innovator of the Year
April 8, 2010
The Maine International Trade Center announced the winners of the 2010 Maine International Trade and Investment Awards:
"Lighthouse Imaging Corporation of Portland is the 2010 International Innovator of the Year. Lighthouse Imaging is a leading developer and manufacturer of medical optical devices, concentrating in the area of minimally-invasive surgical products. The company was selected based on the advancements it has made in endoscope testing equipment, and its ability to proactively meet customer requirements in the medical field."
The Maine International Trade Center (MITC) is Maine's center for international business assistance. Formed in 1996, the Trade Center provides technical assistance and trade counseling, import and export leads, international credit reports, workshops, coordinated trade missions and trade shows, and many other useful services to help Maine companies seeking to succeed in international markets.
Watch a video presentation from the awards ceremony at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKgvWI8CqSY
Timothy Coste Apointed Senior Project Engineer
October 19, 2009
Timothy Coste joined Lighthouse as Senior Project Engineer today. Dr. Coste received his Bachelor of Science degree cum laude in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1991. He received his doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from MTU with a major in Energy/Thermofluids and a minor in Materials Science in 1996.
Dr. Coste spent the next 12 years working in the automotive industry, first as an individual contributor developing new and patented sensing technologies in areas as diverse as optical rotary encoders, windshield rain sensors, and shaft torsion sensors, eventually leading a team of 7 engineers and technicians as a design manager in the support and development of a range of product lines.
During this period, Dr. Coste also was instrumental in implementing lean manufacturing methodologies in 5 different manufacturing sites, providing him a thorough grounding in robust manufacturing techniques. Dr. Coste brings a great breadth as well as depth of experience to the Lighthouse team.
ISO 9001 and 13485 Renewal
August 19, 2008
Lighthouse Imaging Corporation has received notification that its application for renewal of certification in ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2003 has been approved. The company received its initial certification in 2005.
Lighthouse Imaging Cancels Asset Purchase Agreement
January 26, 2005
January 24, 2005—Portland, Maine –Lighthouse Imaging Corporation and Viking Systems Inc. have agreed to terminate an agreement under which Lighthouse Imaging would sell its assets to Viking Systems. The companies will continue to act as independent entities and collaborate on research and development projects that bring advanced optics and imaging to surgical vision systems.
Lighthouse Imaging was founded in 1984 by Dr. Dennis Leiner, its president. The company manufactures a variety of optical products used in instruments considered standard of care in medicine today. Its endoscope measurement products are used to evaluate many of the endoscopes sold by major manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and China. Lighthouse will continue to develop and manufacture new products for its customers and will retain all of its employees.
“Both Lighthouse and Viking are well positioned to serve their markets and by continuing as independent companies, will more efficiently address the evolving needs of current and potential customers. We maintain a good relationship,” agreed Dr. Leiner and Thomas B. Marsh, President and CEO of Viking Systems. “Lighthouse will continue to pursue its expertise and passion, which is medical optics product development,” stated Dr. Leiner.
About Lighthouse Imaging Corporation
Lighthouse Imaging Corporation (www.lighthouseoptics.com) is a leading provider of optical engineering and assembly services for the medical device industry. Lighthouse is an FDA registered medical device manufacturer with expertise in endoscopic instrumentation, optical testing and evaluation, medical illumination, fiberoptic imaging systems technology, feasibility and patent studies, and product definition.
http://newsroom.eworldwire.com/wr/031005/11643.htm
2002 MTI Development Award
June 26, 2002
May 2002 Development Award
For Immediate Release, Contact: Dr. Dennis C. Leiner
PORTLAND – The Maine Technology Institute (MTI) approved awards for six innovative research & development projects, according to Dr. Janet Yancey-Wrona, Director.
Lighthouse Imaging was one of the six companies to receive a development award, up to $155,000 (with matching funds of over $172,000) in the Precision Manufacturing Technology category for the project, EndoSpector, the endoscope analyzer. The EndoSpector is an endoscope analyzing device specifically designed for field use. Primary market for this device is hospitals and outpatient surgeries
“These Development Awards, ranging from $10,000 to $500,000 and requiring a 1:1 cash match, are to support research and development of new products or services,” Dr. Yancey-Wrona said. “At yesterday’s Board meeting, we approved six awards from three of the seven targeted technology sectors and, if fully funded, the recipients will receive over $1,548,000 in MTI funding.”
Development Awards are evaluated by outside peer experts for scientific and technical merit, and commercial feasibility. The potential for positive economic impact on Maine is then reviewed by the MTI Technology Boards. Development Award payments are contingent on successful completion of milestones, and successful commercialization will trigger repayment to MTI.
While MTI is interested in each business, Development Awards are made for specific projects. “We have to see a project budget to determine how much is needed to do each aspect of the project. In each instance, the reviewers evaluate whether the budget is reasonable for the tasks proposed,” she added.
“The Development Awards are always a very competitive process,” Dr. Yancey-Wrona said,
The MTI was created by the Maine Legislature in 1999 to encourage, promote, stimulate and support research and development activity leading to the commercialization of new products and services in the state’s technology-intensive industrial sectors.
Lighthouse Awarded MTI Seed Grant
March 26, 2002
For Immediate Release, Contact: Dr. Dennis C. Leiner March 8, 2002 Lighthouse Imaging is Awarded MTI Seed Grant
PORTLAND – Lighthouse Imaging Corporations was one of 25 Maine businesses to receive a seed grant from the Maine Technology Institute (MTI), according to Dr. Janet Yancey-Wrona, director.
“These Seed Grants, which can be up to $10,000, are for small research and development projects or for technical or business planning consulting,” Dr. Yancey-Wrona said. “We approved 25 grants out of 62 applications that were reviewed.”
It was the largest number of seed grants ever awarded in any one round, Dr. Yancey-Wrona said, and 62 represents the largest number of applications received at any one time by MTI.
Dr. Dennis C. Leiner of Lighthouse Imaging Corp. of Portland received a $10,000 grant in the Precision Manufacturing Technology category
to complete testing of the prototype of an autoclavable endoscope video coupler.
“Despite this being our seventh round of grants,” Yancey-Wrona stated, “we continue to be impressed with the unique projects being proposed by individuals and companies from throughout Maine. The reviewers were also pleased with both the number and the diversity of the applications. There are some potentially exciting projects here that certainly reflect the inventiveness of Maine’s people.”
All seven targeted technology sectors are covered in this round of grants, and grants have been awarded to companies from all regions of the state.
MTI Seed Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000 per project and are offered on a competitive basis to support early activities for product development, commercialization or business planning and development. Each grant requires a 1:1 match consisting of actual cash, salaries, staff time or equipment directly attributable to the proposed project. Seed Grants are awarded four times each year.
The MTI was created by the Legislature in 1999 to encourage, promote, stimulate and support research and development activity leading to the commercialization of new products and services in the state’s technology-intensive industrial sectors. Programs are designed to enhance the competitive position of those sectors and increase the likelihood that one or more of the sectors will support clusters of industrial activity and create new jobs.
The targeted technology sectors include advanced technologies for forestry and agriculture, aquaculture and marine technology, biotechnology, composites materials technology, environmental technology, information technology and precision manufacturing technology.
Lighthouse Imaging Move
November 1, 2001
For Immediate Release; Contact: Dr. Dennis C. Leiner. 11/01/01
PORTLAND - Lighthouse Imaging Corporation of Peterborough, New Hampshire announces the relocation of their facility to Portland, Maine.
“Our intention with the move is to facilitate the growth of our contract manufacturing operation”, said Dr. Dennis Leiner, president and founder of Lighthouse Imaging. “With over 3000 square feet of space, this new facility offers us room to expand, to continue with a production area and keep a distinct design, development and prototyping space. We’ve also increased the office area, allowing us to add to our staff as necessary”.
Located in downtown Portland’s distinctive “Time and Temperature” building, and just a few minutes walk to the city’s historic Old Port district, Lighthouse Imaging is well positioned to take advantage of Maine’s largest city.
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