A suspicious substance discovered at an airport, an unlabelled chemical bottle in a laboratory, or a small plastic bag containing white powder, all illustrate the need to rapidly identify unknown materials on the spot, without opening the container. These are prime use cases for Raman spectroscopy in detecting potential hazards.
Raman spectra are highly characteristic of individual substances and are often referred to as molecular fingerprints. The spectrum of an unknown sample is compared against a library of reference spectra, and once a match is found, the substance can be identified. For handheld safety and security applications, Raman spectrometers must maximize optical throughput to enable rapid measurements, while also being robust and stable enough for field operation under varying environmental conditions. Reliable long-term calibration and manufacturing repeatability are essential to ensure consistent performance.
Misty Johnson is responsible for taking care of our grating customers at the Logan, Utah, facility. She has been a member of the Wasatch Photonics team since 2009. By understanding her customers’ needs and goals, as well as the current grating market, Misty is able to provide a superior level of customer support. As Account Manager, she acts as a liaison between customers and Wasatch Photonics’ manufacturing department making sure that the lines of communication are always open.
Customer support is an integral part of Wasatch Photonics commitment to customers. Whether you are in the market to purchase a single grating, inquiring as a distributor, or purchasing large volume, Misty will guide you seamlessly through the custom design process. Misty strives to build trust and strong long term relationships with Wasatch Photonics customers. She brings 20 years’ experience as customer support manager from a number of manufacturing and service companies.
