The Optatec Frankfurt trade fair is the international trade fair for optical technologies, components, systems and manufacturing for the future. A variety of national and international exhibitors present optical components, materials, coatings, and systems, photovoltaic components, optical sensors, as well as applications and processes for manufacturing optics and new technologies at the Optatec Frankfurt trade fair. The unique mix of appropriate nomenclature, practical industry orientation, and internationally recognized information, communication, and procurement platform for hardware and software in the application of optical technologies brings together the international professional world at the Optatec Frankfurt trade fair.