MEI presents the world premiere of Alpha CoreTBA and Omega CoreTBA at Vision Expo West 2025, the latest innovation in Block-Free Lens production
Two years after the launch of CoreTBA, MEI – strengthened by market trust and positive feedback from partners – is unveiling at Vision Expo West 2025, the exclusive world premiere of Alpha CoreTBA and Omega CoreTBA – the new icons of Block-Free Lens manufacturing.
Two solutions, one technology
CoreTBA transformed the industry by integrating all seven essential stages of lens production into a single compact unit, with the smallest footprint in the market.
Now, Alpha CoreTBA and Omega CoreTBA take this innovation further by distributing functionalities across two dedicated machines. This dual-system approach not only doubles throughput, enabling seamless and continuous operation, but also introduces modularity, allowing labs to scale production and adapt configurations based on specific workflow needs.
Driving the Block-Free Revolution
MEI – global leader in developing innovative solutions for the optical industry – pioneered the block-free lens production process, eliminating the need for consumables such as tape, Alloy, and resin. By removing the blocking and deblocking stages entirely, labs benefit from reduced space requirements, lower energy consumption, and minimized maintenance needs. Beyond spatial and operational efficiency, block-free technology significantly reduces lead time. Without the delays of blocking and deblocking, lenses reach the coating stage much faster, an important advantage for global delivery timelines. Additionally, block-free technology enables immediate execution of power matching by transmission after generation. It minimizes blank rejection, ensures continuous tracking of map quality, and supports real-time data collection. The system can even self-calibrate before any product goes out of tolerance, guaranteeing that every lens meets MEI’s renowned standards of reliability.
With Alpha CoreTBA and Omega CoreTBA, MEI confirms its position as a pioneer in the evolution of the optical industry. These advanced systems embody our ongoing commitment to innovation, equipping optical labs with cutting-edge technology designed to boost productivity, improve efficiency, and support sustainability. As the industry continues to evolve, MEI remains focused on delivering solutions that help our partners stay ahead in a dynamic and competitive market.
