by Keith Benjamin | Jan 17, 2024 | Surfacing
What is lens surfacing? Lens surfacing is a process used in the production of eyeglass lenses. This process involves shaping the lens to meet the specific prescription requirements of an individual. It's a critical step in ensuring that the lenses provide the correct...
by Keith Benjamin | Dec 29, 2023 | Surfacing
Why Do We Need A Slab-Off? In the realm of vision correction, addressing vision disparities between the two eyes, known as anisometropia, presents unique challenges. This condition, which can be congenital or caused by factors like cataracts or trauma, often...
by Keith Benjamin | Dec 13, 2023 | Blog, Finishing, Surfacing
What is an Optical Wholesale Lab? An optical wholesale lab is a specialized facility where prescription eyeglass lenses are produced and processed. These labs play a crucial role in the eyewear industry, bridging the gap between lens manufacturers and eyewear...
by admin | May 25, 2010 | Surfacing
The curvature of a progressive addition lens surface gradually increases toward the bottom of the lens, becoming increasingly steeper. This increase in curvature (and surface power) is what produces the add power of the progressive lens. Unfortunately, because the...
by admin | May 25, 2010 | Surfacing
Often, it is beneficial for the eye care professional to predict the finished thickness of a pair of spectacle lenses. Determining the change in thickness that results from the patient's use of a different frame or lens style is a common example.Patients investing a...
