Name: Michael Frey
Company: Optris IR Sensing LLC
Position: Applications Engineer - Thermal & IR Technologies
Supplier to the Industry
Years in Industry: 8

Michael Frey is helping manufacturers rethink how they measure temperature. As an applications engineer at Optris IR Sensing, he works at the intersection of thermal engineering, research and development, and real-world manufacturing, helping heat treat operations improve process control through advanced non-contact temperature measurement technologies. His background in mechanical engineering, combined with expertise in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and materials science, allows him to approach complex thermal challenges from a systems perspective.

One of Michael's most significant accomplishments has been establishing and validating a NIST-traceable calibration laboratory that reduced calibration lead times by as much as 80%. The result is faster, more reliable calibration services that improve confidence in thermal measurements while supporting more consistent heat treat processes.

Michael also excels at translating technical innovation into practical manufacturing solutions. He works closely with clients to implement infrared sensing technologies that improve efficiency, precision, and product quality, helping modernize thermal processing operations across a wide range of industries.

By connecting engineering, innovation, and application expertise, Michael is contributing to a future where heat treat operations are increasingly data-driven, precise, and efficient.

Nominated by: Optris IR Sensing LLC