24 Years of Existence: KLOE remains the only French Manufacturer of Mask Aligners!
Published on 28/01/2025

KLOE: French Excellence in Microtechnology
As we kick off the new year, we take a moment to look back and reflect on how KLOE has established itself as one of the key players in microtechnology in France. Indeed, France is home to cutting-edge technology, with innovation reaching far beyond its borders and KLOE is doing its part by standing at the forefront of high-tech microtechnology.
The Importance of Having a Local Microtechnology Force
The 2020 COVID-19 crisis highlighted the critical need for strong local industries. As global supply chains froze, the ability to rely on its own microtechnology industry emerged as a crucial asset, to ensure uninterrupted support for researchers and industries during a time of critical need.
Miniaturization: A Technological Revolution
For several years, microtechnology has taken on a prominent role in our society, spanning applications from consumer electronics to specialized fields like medical research. Its advantages are undeniable: reduced resource consumption, environmental benefits, enhanced functionalities, and cost savings. Miniaturization has become a critical challenge across various sectors, including electronics, optics, mechanics, microfluidics, and photonics.
KLOE’s Unique Approach to Microtechnology
This miniaturization relies on photolithography steps that facilitate the testing of new designs. Founded in 2001, KLOE has played an active role in democratizing photolithography, making it more accessible to researchers without access to specialized infrastructures.
Two major strategic choices have proven successful over time:
- using LEDs, which are far more durable and environmentally friendly than mercury lamps
- focusing its research on optical addressing to expand the ability to smoothly create thick and complex designs
KLOE is currently the only French manufacturer of mask aligners.
Moreover, KLOE stands out as the unique actor worldwide to produce both mask aligners with its KUB range and direct laser writing systems with the Dilase range (and even volumetric writing systems with the Dilase 3D!)
Proudly designed and made in France, KLOE has sold over 500 machines worldwide since its inception.