KRI will be at these upcoming trade shows - join us!

Posted on September 21st, 2023 by Jordan

We will have products, literature, and a dedicated team that’s looking forward to meeting with you. We’ll see you at the KRI booth!

SPIE Optifab 2023

Rochester, NY | October 16-19, 2023 | Booth #307

SPIE Optifab is the premier event to meet with top companies and learn about the latest optical fabrication technologies. Organized jointly by SPIE and APOMA, Optifab is the largest optical manufacturing conference and exhibition held in North America.

2023 MRS Fall Meeting

Boston, MA | November 26 to December 1, 2023 | Booth #610

MRS is celebrating 50 years! The world's foremost international scientific gathering for materials research, the MRS Fall Meeting showcases leading interdisciplinary research in both fundamental and applied areas presented by scientists from around the world.

SPIE Photonics West

San Francisco, CA | January 27 to February 1, 2024 | Booth #TBD

SPIE Photonics West is the world’s largest photonics technologies event. Attendees share research in biomedical optics, biophotonics, industrial lasers, optoelectronics, microfabrication, MOEMS-MEMS, displays, quantum technologies—including quantum 2.0—and other similar topics with a focused, engaged audience.

NCCAVS 2024

Freemont, CA | February 9, 2024 | Booth #TBD

The NCCAVS sponsors an Annual Equipment Exhibition to showcase products and services of companies supporting vacuum-related industries. Attracting approximately 100+ exhibitors and ~700 attendees, the NCCAVS Annual Equipment Exhibition is the largest sponsored by any AVS Chapter. Also, this event is hosted in conjunction with the NCCAVS Technical Symposium and Annual Student Poster Session.

SVC TechCon 2024

Chicago, IL | May 7-8, 2024 | Booth #TBD

The 2024 SVC TechCon focuses on the essential role that Thin Films, Coatings, and Surface Engineering play in the products and services that drive our daily lives. The SVC represents the latest technologies, manufacturing methodologies, and business insights, supporting a global group of stakeholders. Highlighted by prominent Keynote presentations and invited speakers, the TechCon offers an engaging podium for contributed talks and posters as well as roundtable discussions and other interactive features on a variety of themes.

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Posted on September 16th, 2022 by Allie comerford

Come visit us at Photonics West in San Francisco 1/31/23- 2/2/23.

Location: Moscone Center, 747 Howard Street booth 860

The Photonics West 2023 is the world’s largest photonics technologies event. The event discusses the latest research in biomedical optics, biophotonics, industrial lasers, optoelectronics, microfabrication, MOEMS-MEMS, displays, quantum technologies, including quantum 2.0, and other similar topics with a focused, engaged audience. The participants discuss their product requirements with top optics and photonics suppliers at either of the two exhibitions and participate in the strong industry program for learning about the innovation happening in the industry.

**Visit Steve Hansen at booth 860 to pick up an Ion-Assisted Deposition Wheel.**

Check out the 54th Annual Laser Damage Symposium, also known as Symposium on Optical Materials for High Power Lasers, will be held 18–21 September 2022 in Rochester, New York. This meeting continues to be the leading forum for the exchange of information on the physics and technology of materials for high-power and high-energy lasers.

The series of conference proceedings has grown over the history of the conference to be a comprehensive source of information on optics for lasers and includes topics on laser-induced damage mechanisms, materials and thin film preparation, durability, properties modeling, testing, and component fabrication.

Kaufman and Robinson will be sponsoring:

The Wine and Cheese Tasting Reception
September 20. 2022, 6:30PM - 8:00PM EDT
Artisan Works, 565 Blossom Road Suite L Rochester, NY 14610

Kaufman and Robinson will be sponsoring the Wine and Cheese Tasting Reception. All Conference attendees are invited to gather for an enjoyable evening of wine tasting, local brews, and a selection of cheese appetizers at Artisan Works. We look forwarded to connecting with old friends and meeting new friends!

For more information visit: SPIE Laser Damage

Posted on August 23rd, 2022 by Allie comerford

Visit Chris Griffith at Booth #447

San Diego Conventional Center, 111 West Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

August 23, 2022 - August 24, 2022

KRI is attending SPIE Optics + Photonics at the San Diego Conventional Center. This Is an exciting event where the latest advances are shared by the optics and photonics community in optical engineering, nanotechnology, quantum science, and organic photonics.

With more than 50 conferences, over 3,000 technical presentations, over 20 courses, 3,500 attendees, and 150+ exhibiting companies, SPIE Optics + Photonics offers both classic and cutting-edge optics and photonics research, training, and product information.

Kaufman & Robinson will be set up at booth #447 with products, literature, and a dedicated team to meet with interested parties. While visiting the booth, ask for KRI’s new blue water bottles before they run out!

For more information visit: SPIE Optics and Photonics

P-Tech Students Tour KRI

Posted on June 22nd, 2022 by Jordan

KRI hosted the inaugural class of P-Tech (a national initiative promoting careers in skilled trade) students from Poudre High School. Students learned the role ion sources play in shaping the future of technology, what education and experience is needed for a career in this field and toured the facility to see how ion sources are assembled.

For the students, the highlight was seeing a working ion source complete with an arcing ion beam. For niche industries like ion sources, educating the youth to the array of careers in this field will only bolster the advances in ion technology as young people learn how dynamic and exciting these careers can be. For KRI, the highlight was watching employees young and old, from all walks of life, relate to the next generation of workers over a mutual love of science and technology.

For all the young people who dreamed of going to space when they were little, learning the ion source’s history originated with space propulsion only furthered their excitement about the types of careers possible in this field.

It’s easy to forget that many of the jobs our young people will hold haven’t even been invented yet, as it wasn’t even 20 years that an app developer or lyft driver wasn’t a job, so reminding students, teachers, and existing workers that dreaming of the impossible is what moves progress forward was the true benefit of the tour.

KRI is Headed to Canada

Posted on June 17th, 2022 by Allie comerford

Representative: Jim Oliver, booth # 114

Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, British Columbia Canada

June 19, 2022 – June 24, 2022

Held every three years, the OIC conference has served for the past four decades as the premier conference on the topic of optical interference coatings. Scientists, researchers, engineers, and students from all around the world attend to present, learn, and exchange ideas about the latest advancements in the field.

OIC 2022 will cover all aspects of optical coatings, including fundamental research on coating design theory, materials, deposition methods, characterization technologies and applications in electronic displays, optical communication, high power and ultra-fast lasers, sensing, solar cells, low-emissivity coatings, optical instruments, and space.

Like its predecessors, OIC 2022 will consist of five days of oral and poster presentations. None of the sessions are held in parallel, so attendees can listen to a short presentation on every paper and then choose to visit the posters of greatest interest.

Optical Interference Coatings Conference | Events | Optica

KRI is headed to Long Beach to attend the TechCon tradeshow!

Posted on April 19th, 2022 by Allie comerford

For over 60 years, the Society of Vacuum Coaters has delivered stimulating content, mixing basic and applied research along with ideas and tools focusing on transitioning research and development results into production. Each year adds new insights into the latest trends and state-of-the-art developments in the dynamic field of vacuum coating technologies.

Our team will be showcasing our new RFN3000. Come visit us at booth #120 learn about the wide range of ions sources and power supplies that we offer. We have literature and brochures with information on gridded and gridless ion sources. Come by and check out our NEW and improved booth, we look forward to seeing you!

More information TechCon visit:

https://svctechcon.com/#

Kaufman & Robinson to attend NCCAVS - February 17, 2022

Posted on February 16th, 2022 by Jordan

Kaufman & Robinson will once again be attending the Northern California Chapter of the AVS (NCCAVS) Exhibition and Technical Symposium. This year marks the 42nd Annual Exhibition and Symposium. It will be held in Fremont, CA on Thursday, February 17, 2022.

We always enjoy attending this event. It's a smaller show that allows us to really connect with our California and West Coast customers.

We will be set up at table #5. We have product information and literature to share. We look forward to seeing you.

This is a free event, so if you are in the area, please be sure to register and stop by! More information can be found here:

AVS - Symposia & Exhibitions

New Career Opportunity at KRI! Production Technician

Posted on February 8th, 2021 by A-Train Marketing

Production Technician I

Job Description

Position Title:
Production Technician I

Reports To:
Production Manager

Department:
Ion Sources

Status:
Full-time Non-Exempt

Position Overview

Responsible for building, testing, and packaging Ion Sources. Responsible for building hollow cathodes and electron sources. Provides technical support on End Hall and Electron Sources for customers. Aids Engineers to test new products and debug systems. Troubleshoots problems and provide support parts/assemblies for orders.

Scope of Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Answers basic questions about products and communicate with other departments about products (sales, electronics, inventory)
Provides customer service regarding products and services
Interacts with engineers to work on current and new products
Catalogs Serial Numbers
Provides Engineering Support
Maintains equipment and pumps
Performs Maintenance of equipment
Ability to work in electronics and customer support as needed
Prepares packing list for orders and shipping
Maintains inventory and parts in End Hall and Hollow Cathode production
Builds Hollow Cathodes and Electron Sources
Ability to communicate in and understand technical terms related to ion sources
Ability to meet production schedules
Cross trains on other job function as production allows
Ability to organize and fill out detailed documentation
Ability to use various power and hand tools
Proficient in the reading and understanding of technical prints and schematics
Proficient in documentation of assembly processes

Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities

Demonstrate mechanical/technical ability
Understanding of mathematics, print reading, and electrical theory
Microsoft Office skills
Good communication, and problem solving, willing to work as a team
Knowledge of ion source spare parts
Auto Cad knowledge a plus
Ability to weld a plus

Position Requirements

AAS in a Technical, Electronics or Engineering is preferred, but not required
Prefer experience in the industry, will train the right person
Works under general supervision

Working Environment

Noise level low

Physical Requirements

Required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands.
Ability to type, grasp, and twist
Able to lift up to 40 pounds on occasion

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position.

If you are interested in applying for any of our current job openings, please email our Director of Human Resources at: batalden@ionsources.com

Expanding for Innovation Update - 5!

Posted on July 15th, 2020 by A-Train Marketing

We are excited to once again share another Expanding for Innovation Update! Our new facility is nearing completion, and we are eagerly awaiting a confirmation for a move in date.

Update Details

Interior Finishes

Our internal teams have begun planning out office and work spaces, and have met to pick our finishes, desks, and workstation supplies. Drywall, electrical and plumbing installations have also begun and are nearing completion.

Exterior Advances

Since this photo of the entry-way work was taken last month, the rock-face has been completed. The entry-way of the new building mirrors that of our original facility.

Landscaping has also begun, and parking lot entrances are now open and accessible.

Looking ahead

While we don't have an exact date for move in, many of our teams are working hard behind the scenes to gather products and supplies for the move. The added space for collaboration, and extra space for future growth will surely be an asset, that will not only help us expand on our R & D mission, but our larger company-wide goals as well.

Check back in soon for what will hopefully be our final Expanding for Innovation Update!

Happy 4th of July! Join us in celebration!

Posted on July 2nd, 2020 by A-Train Marketing

Happy 4th of July! This weekend we will be celebrating America's 244th birthday!

In honor of this occasion, Kaufman & Robinson will be closed on Friday, July 3. We will reopen for our regular business hours on Monday, July 6.

We know that this holiday will look very different this year. Many of our regular 4th of July traditions have been cancelled due to the continued pandemic. We are encouraging our employees to celebrate safely, and wish the same for our customers and partners.

Ways you can celebrate safely

Here are a list of fireworks shows in Colorado that have not been cancelled, as well as article highlighting how you can safely celebrate the 4th of July during a pandemic.

We wish all our customers, partners, and employees a blessed and happy 4th of July full of joy and fun!