order R&D Optical Lab is an independent wholesale ophthalmic lens laboratory in Batavia, Ohio, proudly serving independent eye care professionals across Ohio and the nation. We do one thing exceptionally well: process the highest-quality prescription lenses for your patients — fast.
Our in-house capabilities include digital free-form lens surfacing, premium anti-reflective (AR) coating with industry-leading scratch resistance and warranties, and precision lens edging — all under one roof, all managed by our team, all quality-checked before your job ships.
We carry the industry's leading brands: Essilor, Varilux progressive lenses, Crizal AR coatings, Transitions photochromic lenses, Hoya, and more — plus our own private label progressive portfolio delivering premium digital optics at accessible price points.
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PROGRESSIVE IDENTIFIER SEARCH
We made it easy for our customers and potential customers to do a quick search by linking directly to EPIC (Electronic Progressive Identifier Catalog).
R&D Optical Lab Steps Up for Customer in Need During COVID-19
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ALL PRODUCTS
View All Our Product Offerings. This includes the Seven Colors and Many Styles of Transitions Lenses.
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About
We can provide you with every lens you need, however we specialize in the hard stuff…! Looking for something you can’t find elsewhere? Made to order high-grade hard-to-find, occupational, and sports eyewear is available today! R&D Optical Lab gives independent eyecare providers access to specialty eyewear needs and custom products such as: • High quality digitally produced lenses, • High quality non-glare treatments and mirrored lenses, • Multi-focal lenses (slab offs), • High-curve lenses for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism; and • Occupational glasses for pilots, plumbers, mechanics, and other specialized jobs. Extremely fast turnaround on mirrored lenses of all kinds, and the best digitally produced progressives offered today.
Q: What is R&D Optical Lab?
R&D Optical Lab is an independent wholesale ophthalmic lens laboratory at 4024 Bach Buxton Road, Batavia, Ohio 45103. We provide independent eye care professionals with wholesale lens processing including digital free-form surfacing, in-house premium anti-reflective coating, and precision edging. We carry Essilor, Varilux, Crizal, Transitions, Hoya, and our own private label progressive lens portfolio.
Q: What lens brands does R&D Optical Lab carry?
R&D Optical Lab carries Essilor lenses, Varilux progressive lenses, Crizal anti-reflective coatings, Transitions photochromic lenses (Signature GEN 8, XTRActive, Drivewear, Vantage), Hoya lenses, and a complete private label progressive portfolio. We also offer a full range of AR coating tiers with industry-leading scratch resistance and warranties.
Q: Does R&D Optical Lab serve independent ECPs only?
Yes. R&D Optical Lab serves independent eye care professionals exclusively — optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians who value fast turnaround, personal service, and a lab partner they can actually reach by phone. We do not serve optical chains.
Q: Where is R&D Optical Lab and what area do they serve?
R&D Optical Lab is in Batavia, Ohio (Greater Cincinnati area), serving independent ECPs throughout Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, as well as practices nationwide. Phone: 513-273-4034.
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