Within spectroscopy, Apogee cameras have been used for a variety of techniques, including LIBS (laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy), Raman, atomic, emission, scanning and echelle spectroscopy. They have been used for water, soil, and gem analysis; detection of anthrax; development of methods and technologies for detection of land mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs); analysis and detection of contaminants at nuclear reactors.

By expanding into broad markets with diverse demands, Apogee has had to develop a wide variety of technologies to solve our customers' problems. Our spectroscopy customers demand low noise, high sensitivity, and high quantitative accuracy. Our live science customers demand speed and ease of use. Both groups are constantly pushing for higher performance at lower prices. Ascent and Alta cameras address these demands.