Photoprylad
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| Company type | State Enterprise |
|---|---|
| Industry | optical electronic devices |
| Founded | 1962 |
| Headquarters | 85 B.Vyshnevetskiy Str, , |
Key people | Korevo G. (general director) |
| Owner | Government of Ukraine |
Number of employees | approximately 1000 |
| Parent | SC "Ukroboronprom" |
| Website | http://photopribor.ck.ua |
Photoprylad operates as a research and manufacturing complex dedicated to fulfilling the requirements of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, public healthcare, governmental bodies, and organizations. It focuses on the innovation, design, and production of optoelectronic instruments and specialized equipment.
History
The establishment of Photoprylad dates back to 1962 when Aydogdy Kurbanov founded it within the premises of the artel "Pobeda".
In 1965, a specialized design bureau was formed under the leadership of Petrov I., with Krivorotiy A. serving as chief designer.
Between 1970 and 1972, Photoprylad emerged as a leader in creating and manufacturing equipment for chemical-photographic processing, drying, and analysis of aerial photographic materials. The facility developed space-related devices such as "Svet", "Raccord", and "Topaz". Initial products included the interpretation marching kit PKD-1 and the photoprint washing unit PPO-1.
Starting in 1972, production expanded to include precision mechanical devices alongside optical-mechanical and optical-electronic systems, such as the gyrocompass 1G-25 used to determine true azimuth on artillery complexes like the 1V12.
The year 1974 saw the creation of the central design bureau "Sokol" as an independent entity, with Ablyazov R. appointed chief constructor.
From 1974 through 1976, mass production commenced for components and control devices 9S475, which were installed on MI-24 helicopters.
In 1978, CDB "Sokol" developed the optical surveillance device "IRIS", successfully tested on the MI-24K helicopter.
The early 1980s marked the introduction of criminology equipment manufacturing, including items like the MC-1 microscope and REUS-1 reproduction installation.
By 1990, Photoprylad had begun producing medical apparatuses, such as ophthalmological devices named "Stimul", "Alkor", and FK-30.
In 1994, a research and production complex named Photoprylad was established by merging Photoprylad with CDB okol".
The Strela special design bureau became integrated into R&PC in 1995.
In 1996, R&PC "Photoprylad" initiated production of laser-based tank sighting systems incorporating microscopic technology.
Since 2011, Photoprylad has been part of the State Concern "Ukrboronprom".
R&PC "Photoprylad" includes both design bureau Sokol and special design bureau Strela. Between 2012 and 2014, Gordiienko V. served as chief constructor before being succeeded by Korevo G., formerly general director of the Izium State-Owned Instrument-Making Plant.
The complex operates across two extensive industrial sites covering approximately 210 thousand square meters and employs close to 1000 personnel. It maintains collaborative relationships with partners in Eastern Europe and beyond. On October 20, 2014, President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko announced that Photoprylad would participate in state procurement programs for 2015, focusing on manufacturing night vision goggles and thermal imaging devices for military personnel engaged in ATO operations.
Products
R&PC manufactures a range of products serving both military and civilian sectors.