The SOS Story

The supply side of
critical environments.

Since 1981, SOS Supply has supported organizations operating in environments where precision, contamination control, and operational reliability are essential. From semiconductor fabrication facilities to pharmaceutical cleanrooms and advanced research laboratories, the industries we serve depend on products that perform consistently and supply partners they can trust.

Winner of 11 Texas Instruments
Supplier Excellence Awards
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Contracted for
Ushio Stepper Lamps
Introduction of
Clean Room Supplies
Site Launched
SpecialtyOptical.com
Site Launched
SOSCleanRoom.com
Site Launched
LampTech.com
1981
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2013
2016
First Microscope
Sold to Texas
Instruments
SMI Implemented
4,000 SKUs Managed
Site Launched
eSpares.com
Site Launched
SOSLightBulbs.com
Acquisition of
Lamp Technology
(New York)

From optical roots to
critical industry support

SOS Supply traces its origins to 1981, when the company was founded as Specialty Optical Systems. The business initially focused on supplying microscopes and optical systems to laboratories, research institutions, and industrial facilities where precision instrumentation was essential.

Working closely with technical laboratories and industrial environments provided early exposure to industries where reliability, accuracy, and operational discipline were fundamental to daily operations. These relationships helped shape the direction of the company as advanced manufacturing industries began to expand.

During the 1980s and 1990s, semiconductor manufacturing and advanced electronics production expanded rapidly. SOS grew alongside these industries, developing deep experience supporting customers in semiconductor manufacturing and other precision technology sectors.

Our Platforms

Two focused platforms.
One standard of excellence.

As the industries served by SOS continued to grow, the company developed specialized platforms designed to support specific technical markets — each built around focused expertise and dependable supply.

soscleanroom.com
Cleanroom & Controlled Environment Supply
Contamination-controlled consumables for semiconductor fabrication, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, and advanced research environments.
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lamptech.com
Specialty Lamp Distribution – Worldwide
Specialty lighting for microscopy, scientific instrumentation, and industrial equipment where precise illumination and reliable supply are critical.
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Recognition

Recognized by the industries
we serve.

Texas Instruments
11× Supplier Excellence Award
Recognizing exceptional performance supporting semiconductor manufacturing operations over four decades.
Texas Instruments
2× Blue Chip Supplier Award
Recognizing outstanding supplier performance and long-term partnership excellence.
Texas Instruments
Certificate of Appreciation
Recognizing continued support of semiconductor manufacturing operations.
Abbott Laboratories
100% Performance Award
Recognizing exceptional supplier performance supporting healthcare and life sciences manufacturing.
Schott
Top Distributor Award
Recognizing strong partnership supporting Schott's advanced materials and optical technologies.
Work With Us

The supply side of
your environment.

For more than forty years, SOS has supported industries through strong manufacturer partnerships, reliable distribution practices, and a commitment to service. Service always wins.

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