IRphotonics of Hamden, Conn., a manufacturer of infrared-based materials and systems, has announced the opening of its first Application Engineering Center dedicated to the development and optimization of heating and adhesive curing processes. The company says the expansion is in response to increasing interest in the iCure AS200 thermal spot curing system developed as an in-line portable source for localized heating of bonded assemblies and curing of adhesives. The engineering team, which has both postgraduate research and practical experience with materials and heating processes, works with clients from various industries to develop optimal curing processes and achieve best-in-class quality and productivity, according to the company. A range of services, including degree of cure, characterization and cure optimization, can be performed for a wide variety of adhesives. For more information about training courses, visit: www.icure-irphotonics.com