L-3 buys electro-optics company

Jan. 1, 2006
Leaders at L-3 Communications in New York City announced in November they had acquired EOTech Inc. of Ann Arbor, Mich., for $49 million.

Leaders at L-3 Communications in New York City announced in November they had acquired EOTech Inc. of Ann Arbor, Mich., for $49 million.

EOTech designs, manufactures, and markets electro-optical products and systems. Using advanced laser and holographic technology to enhance optical systems in target acquisition systems, the company produces holographic weapon sights for sale to domestic and international military customers, as well as the homeland security and law enforcement markets.

The firm invented a holographic sighting system to interface with tactical small and medium caliber weapon platforms. For information, see www.eotech-inc.com and www.L-3Com.com.

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