The global optical lens edger market size was estimated to be US$ 403 million in 2021 and is expected grow at a CAGR of 6.7% between 2023 to 2032. Optical lens devices aid optometrists to shape the optical lens according to the frame of glasses. They are used to grind and shape the lens into different shapes and sizes. To correctly maintain the height, position and power of the lens, it consists of a blocker, tracer and lensometer.
The global demand for optical lens edger is expected to grow due to the growth of the ophthalmology sector. The rising prevalence of vision impairments, eye disorders and rising elderly population are key factors driving the growth of this market. Optical lens edger manufacturers are focusing on providing enhanced features to the consumers such as faster processing speed, auto-calibration and hassle free processing with auto updates. Such technological enhancements will generate new lucrative growth opportunities. However increased usage of contact lenses and increased usage of smartphones might prove as a challenge for market growth.
Various materials can be used for edging lenses such as plastic, glass, high-index plastic, acrylic resin, and polycarbonate and there are various types of lens edging modes available such as:
- Automated beveling
- Controlled beveling
- Ex lens edging
- Rimless edging
- Automated grooving
- Controlled grooving
Optical Lens Edger market dynamics
Increase in the use of digital cameras
Marketing professionals, photography professionals and hobby enthusiasts are increasing the demand for digital cameras. A major transformation is underway in the digital imaging industry across diverse applications that will place greater demand for newer technology and components. This new imaging ecosystem will drive the growth of this market forward.
Increase in geriatric population
In countries all over the world, the population of older people over 60 years is steadily increasing. As the persons age increases, the occurrence and prevalence of vision impairments and eye disorders rise. Also the modernization in the medical imaging industry will fuel the market growth for the forecasted period.
Optical Lens Edger market challenges
Complexities in manufacturing
Manufacturing optical lens edger is a costly process that requires significant investments, quality systems, scientific standards and technical capabilities. Optical lens edger manufacturers are required to fulfill various aspects in the production cycle. Optical edger products have reached technical maturity which indicates a declining rate of product improvement.
Increased usage of contact lenses
More and more customers are now opting for contact lens which is impacting sales of spectacles negatively. Furthermore, due to the rise in the sales of smartphones the sales of digital cameras have declined as well.
The major players covered in the optical lens edger market report are Coburn Technologies Inc, Luneau Technology Group, NIDEK CO LTD, Topcon Corporation, FUJI GANKYO KIKAI MFG CO LTD, Shanghai Supore instruments Co Ltd, Koshin Kogaku Co Ltd, Essilor, TOPCON CORPORATION, NIDEK CO LTD, Huvitz Corp, Santinelli Int, Shanghai Supore instruments Co Ltd and others.
Optical Lens Edger market segmentation
By Type
- Manual optical lens edger
- Automatic optical lens edger
- Semi-automatic optical lens edger
By Application
- Eyeglass lens
- Microscope lens
- Camera lens
- Others (Telescope, Binoculars, etc.)
By End User
- Eye specialty clinics
- Eye institutes
- Hospitals
By Geography
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- India
- China
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
- South America
- Brazil
- Rest of South America
