Advancing Eyecare is an independent national alliance formed by leaders in the ophthalmic-instrument marketplace to support eye-care practices. Its distinctive role is to offer objective guidance across multiple areas of expertise, backed by a nationwide service network and the in-house blue.S4 manufacturing division. The company serves practitioners throughout North America with equipment support tailored to each practice’s needs.
Lift OpticsBrooklyn-based Lift Optics is a 100% U.S.-independently owned optical laboratory making lenses and supporting independent eye-care practices through a private, full-spectrum lab relationship. Its atelier also provides concierge service, equipment access and practice-growth support, with membership extended by invitation and a deliberately tight roster. The company emphasizes precise surfacing, coating, edging and mounting so an eye-care professional’s judgment reaches the patient intact.BROOKLYN, NY
Gulden OphthalmicsSince 1938, Gulden Ophthalmics has built its identity as an American manufacturer focused on the specialized needs of eye-care professionals. Based in the Philadelphia area, the company develops and makes ophthalmic instruments and medical devices for learning institutions and clinical customers worldwide, while also taking on custom plastic work beyond eye care. Its ISO 13485:2016 certification covers the manufacture, service and distribution of ophthalmic instruments, ocular implants and conformers.ELKINS PARK, PA
Tri-Supreme Optical, LLCTri-Supreme Optical is a Farmingdale, Long Island optical laboratory that manufactures eyewear and partners with independent eye-care professionals. Founded in 1986 as Supreme Optical, it became Tri-Supreme after merging with TriConic Optical Laboratories in 1995 and has operated from a 17,000-square-foot facility since 1999. The lab is part of the Essilor Partner Lab Network and serves more than 2,000 customers with technical support, education, and ordering access seven days a week.FARMINGDALE, NY
AlconAlcon develops and manufactures eye-care products through its Surgical and Vision Care businesses. Founded in 1945 as a Fort Worth pharmacy, it began manufacturing specialty pharmaceutical products in 1947 and has grown into a global company operating in 60 countries and serving patients in more than 140 countries.SINKING SPRING, PA