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Discover captivating articles showcasing the latest developments, industry trends, & expert perspectives in the ophthalmic and precision optics markets
Blockless lens surfacing technologies
The ophthalmic industry has long used (alloy) blocking for lens surfacing. A decade ago, Satisloh’s ART offered a widely adopted, eco-friendly alternative. The key question now: when will surfacing go fully blockless?
The road to a sustainable & profitable lens production
Sustainability entails assessing production's environmental impact alongside economic, environmental, and social aspects. To advance sustainable lens production, labs must prioritize meeting present needs without jeopardizing future generations' abilities.
The art of generating - a technological challenge
Clear vision is crucial for various daily tasks, making glasses essential for billions of people worldwide. To obtain the right pair, individuals consult an optician who then typically orders lenses from an ophthalmic manufacturing lab.
How digitalization & IOT will shape the lab of the future
Imagine machines that not only talk to each other but predict their own maintenance and streamline production. Discover how digitalization and IoT are revolutionizing labs, making them smarter, more efficient, and ready for tomorrow.
The vital role of the Coolant Management System
When concerned with effective lens production, it’s imperative for labs to consider not only the most efficient, productive and cost-effective methods, but also those which will not cause negative environmental repercussions.
AR Coatings for complete eye protection
During everyday activities, we are exposed to light from many different sources: the sun, tablets, digital notebooks, cell phone and TV screens, lamps, etc. Light radiation from all of these sources is not always beneficial.
Freeform Surfaces - Opportunities & challenges
This article presents a comprehensive evaluation of actual available technologies & thier challenges for the production of freeform optics. Freeform optics refers to the fabrication of optical elements with non-traditional shapes, allowing for enhanced optical performance and versatility in various applications.
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