Ceres Advises DiMaxx on Sale to EvolvOptic

Auburn, California – August 29, 2025
Ceres Technology Advisors served as exclusive financial advisor to DiMaxx Technologies, LLC — a U.S. manufacturer of ultra-high precision laser optics — in its sale to EvolvOptic.

Ceres led all aspects of the transaction, from strategic positioning and materials to buyer diligence and negotiations. Leveraging deep relationships across the photonics industry, Ceres reached a broad set of well-qualified buyers and drove a focused, accelerated process—delivering an optimal outcome on a tight timeline.

“From engagement to close in less than 90 days, the process was remarkably efficient,” said Len Mott, co-founder of DiMaxx Technologies. “Ceres’ deep knowledge of the optics and photonics industry, unmatched network of strategic buyers, and meticulous execution delivered an ideal outcome with minimal distraction to our operations.”

DiMaxx Technologies is a U.S. manufacturer of high-performance optical components with advanced capabilities that have remained largely under the radar. Employing proprietary polishing, metrology and machining methods, the company routinely produces optics with 2-3 angstroms RMS surface finish and 10-5 surface quality or better. Applications span wavelengths from the deep UV through the mid IR with clear apertures from 3 to 300 millimeters. DiMaxx also offers extensive CNC machining capabilities for glass, ceramics, and metal, and supplies coated and uncoated optics – as well as opto-mechanical subassemblies. With the sales and marketing strength and vertically integrated supply chain of EvolvOptic, DiMaxx is positioned to flourish.

“The acquisition of DiMaxx is a perfect extension of our strategic growth plan. Their exceptional capabilities in ultra-high surface quality, precision tolerances, and complex geometries position us to meet demanding requirements in directed energy, semiconductor, and space-based imaging systems,” said Ted Mooney, Ph.D., President of EvolvOptic. “Just as important, the DiMaxx team brings a culture of quality and innovation that fits seamlessly with our platform.”

EvolvOptic is long recognized among the world’s leading suppliers of precision-machined and molded optical blanks.  The DiMaxx acquisition expands its U.S.-based capabilities to supply ultra-high precision lenses and mirrors from its extensive menu of optical materials. The transaction supports EvolvOptic’s strategic growth plan and advances its position as a leader in the U.S. optics industry.

About DiMaxx

DiMaxx Technologies is a U.S. manufacturer of high-performance optical components with exceptional capabilities in ultra-high surface quality, precision tolerances, and complex geometries. The company supplies uncoated and coated laser-quality optics made from fused silica, optical glass, silicon, aluminum, and ceramics and opto-mechanical subassemblies—serving advanced applications in directed energy, semiconductor equipment, and aerospace.  dimaxxtech.com

About EvolvOptic

EvolvOptic was formed by uniting Advanced Glass Industries (AGI) and Glass Fab, creating a Rochester-based precision optics manufacturer with expanded access to materials and large-format capability. Today, EvolvOptic is one of the few coast-to-coast, vertically integrated optics providers in the U.S., delivering precision optics solutions for aerospace, defense, semiconductor, life sciences, and laser-based systems.   evolvoptic.com

About Ceres

Ceres Technology Advisors is a specialized M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on the optics and photonics industry. Ceres guides and drives growth-stage optics and photonics businesses to optimal outcomes. With a track record of successful transactions across defense and aerospace, advanced manufacturing, communications, semiconductor equipment and life sciences, Ceres delivers full-service strategic advisory that consistently exceeds expectations.  cerescom.net