What is Freeform Technology

What is Freeform Technology: 

Individually measured, computed, and manufactured Progressive and Single Vision Lenses using algorithms to run generators and polishers to provide the wearer with a fully customized lens.

*Customized lenses:  The lens designs are calculated based on frame measurements, specific fitting, and prescription.

Creation of a freeform lens takes three parts, a lens design, powerful software programs, and specific surfacing equipment. 

  1. IOT’s Digital Ray Path 2 designs.

  2. Software programs used to calculate the individual designs with customized measurements. 

  3. Equipment that uses industrial diamonds to cut the customized prescription into the lens blank. 

Benefits of Freeform Lenses:

  • Wider field of vision;

  • Maximized visual acuity at all distances;

  • Wider intermediate and near zones;

  • Minimal visual swim;

  • Low levels of unwanted astigmatism; and

  • Fully customized compensated lenses.  

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