About
Opto+ is a next-generation Lens Design System (LDS) software engineered specifically for the ophthalmic optics industry. It enables optical laboratories to design, analyze, and produce single vision, bifocal, and progressive lenses with unparalleled precision. At its core are complex proprietary and patented mathematical algorithms rooted in curved-surface geometry — circles and sphere-related mathematics — that minimize unwanted astigmatisms and deliver cleaner, wider visual fields compared to traditional curve-based methods like B-spline and NURBS. Leveraging scalable cloud infrastructure, Opto+ achieves computation times of just a few seconds per progressive lens pair, regardless of lab size — from small independent opticians to large automated manufacturing operations. The platform automatically selects the nearest data center globally, ensuring low-latency performance worldwide. Opto+ adheres to VCA-OMA communication standards, enabling seamless integration with existing Lens Management System (LMS) software and FreeForm production machinery already in use. The software offers an extensive portfolio of multifocal designs — including progressive, bifocal, occupational, myopia control, sports, and specialty lenses — covering virtually every patient need. Each design is validated through rigorous optical quality control and real-world trials conducted with select optical partners before release. Opto+ is built for optical labs, lens manufacturers, and R&D teams seeking a cutting-edge, cloud-native design platform to stay ahead in a competitive ophthalmic market.
Key Features
- Proprietary Patented Algorithms: Uses sphere and circle-based mathematical models to minimize astigmatism and produce wider, cleaner visual fields compared to B-spline or NURBS methods.
- Cloud-Powered Scalability: Harnesses scalable cloud infrastructure to compute a full progressive lens pair in seconds, automatically routing to the nearest global data center for low latency.
- Extensive Lens Design Portfolio: Supports a comprehensive range of designs including progressive, bifocal, occupational, sports, myopia control, and specialty lenses for virtually every patient profile.
- VCA-OMA Standards Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing LMS software and FreeForm production machinery through industry-standard VCA-OMA communication protocols.
- Validated Quality Control: Every design undergoes rigorous optical expert review and real-world trials with certified lab partners before commercial release.
Use Cases
- Optical laboratories designing custom progressive lenses for individual patients using FreeForm production machinery.
- Ophthalmic lens manufacturers streamlining their R&D pipeline with fast, cloud-powered design iteration and quality validation.
- Eye care chains and wholesale lens suppliers standardizing lens design quality across multiple production sites globally.
- Opticians and vision specialists requiring specialty designs such as myopia control, sports, or occupational lenses tailored to unique patient needs.
- Lens design engineers integrating a new LDS platform with existing LMS software and machinery through VCA-OMA compatible APIs.
Pros
- Ultra-Fast Computation: Cloud-native architecture delivers progressive lens calculations in just a few seconds, dramatically speeding up lab workflows.
- Superior Optical Quality: Sphere-based algorithms reduce introduced astigmatisms, resulting in lenses with cleaner and wider visual fields than traditional methods.
- Universal Lab Compatibility: VCA-OMA compliance ensures plug-and-play integration with virtually any existing LMS platform and FreeForm manufacturing equipment.
- Global Availability: Cloud infrastructure with worldwide data center selection means consistent performance for labs in any geography.
Cons
- Highly Specialized Niche: Designed exclusively for ophthalmic optics professionals; not applicable outside of optical lens manufacturing and design contexts.
- Cloud Dependency: All computations rely on cloud connectivity, meaning offline or low-bandwidth environments may experience limitations.
- Learning Curve for Advanced Designs: The breadth of available lens designs and algorithm settings may require dedicated training for new users unfamiliar with LDS platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of lenses can Opto+ design?
Opto+ supports single vision, bifocal, and a wide range of progressive lenses including standard progressives, occupational (office/desk), sports, anti-fatigue, myopia control, and specialty designs.
How fast does Opto+ compute lens designs?
Thanks to its scalable cloud infrastructure, Opto+ can compute a complete progressive lens pair in just a few seconds, even for the most complex designs.
Does Opto+ integrate with existing lab equipment and software?
Yes. Opto+ adheres to VCA-OMA communication standards, making it compatible with all major Lens Management System (LMS) platforms and FreeForm manufacturing machinery.
What makes Opto+ different from other lens design software?
Opto+ uses proprietary patented algorithms based on spherical and circular mathematics rather than traditional B-spline or NURBS curves, which minimizes additional astigmatisms and produces superior visual field quality.
Is Opto+ suitable for small optical labs?
Yes. The cloud-based model scales to any lab size — from independent opticians to large automated manufacturing facilities — providing consistent performance without requiring local high-power computing infrastructure.
