HunterLab UltraScan VIS spectrophotometer

The UltraScan VIS is a high-performance color measurement spectrophotometer designed and manufactured by Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc., better known as HunterLab. Founded in 1952 by Richard S. Hunter, the inventor of the 'L a b' color space, the company is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA.

HunterLab continues to lead the industry in color measurement science and technology. The UltraScan VIS model specifically provides measurements across the visible spectrum for a variety of industries including plastics, paints, and chemicals. The brand remains privately held by the founding family and employee owners, maintaining its original American identity and specialized focus on color science as of 2026.