Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Optical Lab Partner in St. Louis
Midland Optical has been a leader in the eye care industry since 1955, dedicated to providing high-quality products and services to Eye Care Professionals nationwide. Our experienced team combines industry expertise with advanced technology to deliver solutions that meet patients' vision needs while supporting practitioners' success. We maintain state-of-the-art robotic edging equipment and in-house anti-reflective coating capabilities to ensure quick turnaround times and premium quality lenses. Our commitment to innovation includes digital surfacing centers and continuous investment in cutting-edge lens technologies. We offer comprehensive support through dedicated customer service six days a week, continuing education classes, and specialized training programs.Our competitive advantage stems from combining advanced laboratory technology with personalized service and industry-leading partnerships. We maintain one of the highest customer loyalty ratings in the country through consistent quality assurance and timely execution. Our team provides data-driven insights to help practices optimize their optical operations and patient care. With locations in St. Louis and Aurora, we serve as a trusted partner for eye care professionals seeking reliable, high-performance solutions. Our focus on technology ensures practitioners stay at the forefront of materials, products, and processes in the optical industry.
Services
Lens Processing
Anti-Reflective Coating
Digital Surfacing
Continuing Education
Lab Services
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience in optical lens manufacturing
- Our average turnaround time is 2.2 days with quality assurance
- We operate state-of-the-art digital surfacing centers
- Our dedicated customer service team supports practitioners six days a week
- We offer continuing education classes for optician training
What people say
Fast and well organized
Excellent customer service
Highest loyalty ratings
Quality of work
Timely execution
Services
Lens Processing
Midland Optical provides comprehensive in-house lens processing for major brands including Varilux, Kodak, and Shamir. Our digital surfacing centers ensure precise lens customization while maintaining quick turnaround times. We handle complex prescriptions and specialty lens requirements with advanced technology and quality control measures.
Anti-Reflective Coating
Our in-house anti-reflective coating room applies Crizal and Xperio UV treatments to enhance lens performance. These coatings reduce glare, improve clarity, and provide UV protection while maintaining scratch resistance. We ensure optimal coating adhesion and durability through specialized application processes.
Continuing Education
We offer ABO-certified continuing education programs including dispensing courses and optician training. Our curriculum covers lens technology, frame fitting, and patient care techniques. These educational resources help eye care professionals stay current with industry advancements and maintain certification requirements.
Digital Surfacing
Our state-of-the-art digital surfacing centers create customized progressive lenses with precision. This technology enables us to produce free-form lenses that match individual visual needs while maintaining compatibility with various frame styles and prescriptions.
Lab Services
As a full-service optical laboratory, we provide complete lens fabrication solutions from basic prescriptions to complex specialty lenses. Our three-shift production system ensures timely delivery while maintaining quality control across all processed orders.
Questions
What lens brands do you work with?
We process lenses from major manufacturers including Varilux, Kodak, Shamir, Transitions, and Xperio Polarized. Our lab is certified to handle all premium lens brands with specialized equipment and expertise.
How quickly can you complete orders?
Our average turnaround time is 2.2 days with guaranteed quick delivery through our three-shift production system and dedicated overnight courier service for urgent requests.
Do you offer continuing education for opticians?
Yes, we provide ABO-certified courses including Dispensing 101/102 and specialized training programs to help eye care professionals maintain certification and improve patient care techniques.
What makes your lab different from others?
We combine advanced robotic edging technology with personalized service, including dedicated customer support six days a week and data-driven insights to help practices optimize their optical operations.
Do you provide support for eye care practices?
Yes, our team offers technical assistance, staff training, and practice management data to help eye care professionals improve efficiency and patient satisfaction through better lens solutions.
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