Advance Medical

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ADVANCE HAS BEEN DRIVING SOFTWARE INNOVATION IN SPECIALTY CONTACT LENS LABS FOR OVER 30 YEARS

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OUR ROLE IN THE INDUSTRY

For over 30 years, we have been pushing the boundaries of vision care. Since 1994, FocalPoints®, has transformed specialty contact lens design and manufacturing through a series of industry-first innovations: from the first CAD system for CL design, to Corneal topography fitting, Ray-tracing applications, seamless system integrations, and the first HOA Correction engine.

  1. Driving Innovation in Specialty Lens Software

  2. Supporting Specialty Contact Lens Laboratories

  3. Guided by a Customer-Driven Approach

Our vision is to be the global leader in specialty contact lenses, bringing better vision to the many people. Our mission is to design world-class software for specialty contact lens manufacturing, setting industry standards for innovation and compatibility while putting customers at the center of everything we do.

ADVANCE MEDICAL AT A GLANCE

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BUILT FOR REAL LAB ENVIRONMENTS

Our global success is built on trusted partnerships, client satisfaction, and proven reliability. Certified under UNI EN ISO 13485:2021, we deliver flexible solutions for contact lens designers and manufacturers. FocalPoints® seamlessly integrates with leading lathes, laboratory equipment, aberrometers, and material manufacturers, streamlining workflows and adapting to your specific needs.

SOME OF OUR CLIENTS INCLUDE

ABB Optical Group Advanced Vision Technologies Brighten Optix Euclid L.A.O. Medlac No 7 Precilens TS Lenti a Contatto
Acculens B+L Cantor Barnard Herz Laboratoire LCS Mark'Ennovy Menicon UK Solotica Valley Contax
Art Optical Blanchard Vision Essilor ItalLent Mediphacos Metro Optics Oculenti SynergEyes Wöhlk

WORLDWIDE CLIENTELE


Worldwide Lens Manufacturers Using FocalPoints

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SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRY

Advance Medical is a proud member of EFCLIN, the European Federation of the Contact Lens and IOL Industries, as well as CLMA, the Contact Lens Manufacturers Association. Our memberships are a testament to our involvement in the industry and our commitment to innovation and excellence.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does Advance do?

Advance Medical has been developing software for specialty contact lens laboratories since 1994, contributing to the evolution of digital design, manufacturing workflows, and system integration. The company focuses on enabling laboratories to operate with greater structure, consistency, and control across their processes.

Is Advance an independent company?

Yes. Advance Medical is a privately owned and independent company. This allows us to work as a neutral partner across the industry, supporting laboratories, manufacturers, and technology providers without being tied to specific commercial interests.

Why does independence matters?

Independence allows us to integrate with a wide range of equipment, materials, and workflows, without locking laboratories into a specific ecosystem. As a neutral partner, we support collaboration across the industry and ensure fair, unbiased handling of design licensing between different players.

How does Advance drive innovation?

For over 30 years, Advance Medical has contributed to the evolution of specialty contact lens software, from early CAD systems and corneal topography fitting to ray-tracing, HOA correction, and adaptive lens design technologies.

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SUSTAINABLE VISION

Our actions reflect a purpose-driven vision rooted in industry advancement, breaktrough innovation, transparent governance, and environmental care. Through our Advance Now forest, we’ve planted 1,000 trees in 9 countries, and taken tangible actions to reduce our environmental footprint.

LONG-TERM INNOVATION

In 2024, we marked 30 years of FocalPoints, celebrating three decades of continuous innovation within Advance Medical. Our strongest recognition comes from our customers. Over the past years, FocalPoints has seen consistent adoption and long-term use across specialty contact lens manufacturers worldwide. This trust is complemented by industry awards. In 2022, Renato Liffredo received the EFCLIN Technology Award for his pioneering contributions. More recently, Lorenzo Benelli was honored with the CLMA Trailblazers Award for outstanding achievement in product development.

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