Global Optics Membership Now Open to Any Independent Laboratory
GREEN BAY, Wis., November 17, 2016 – Global Optics, Inc., has announced that any independent optical laboratory in the U.S. can now apply to become a Global Optics Associate Member. Among many benefits, Associate Members will gain access to one of the largest inventories of lenses, as well as receive consolidated purchasing and world-class logistics and supply-chain solutions.
“We are pleased at the prospect of expanding our network and building new relationships with more independent laboratories,” said Barbara Vitchus, president and general manager, Global Optics. “In addition to offering our members a wide selection of products and cost savings, we also welcome our members to share ideas and goals with us and each other to enable business success.”
Global Optics members have access to an inventory of more than 1 million lenses made up of over 150,000 unique products/OPCs, including the recently launched TRIBRID™ high index lenses.
“The corner stone of any business is its inventory and the control of this inventory,” said Chris Bowers, Walman Optical. “Having Global as our warehouse has enabled us to have the best fill rates I’ve seen in my 37 years with Walman.”
“Global Optics is an invaluable resource for Cherry Optical,” said Adam Cherry, owner and president, Cherry Optical. “Global’s position within the lens purchasing industry provides the leverage and tools our business needs to grow our business and profitability.”
Global Optics continues to offer an Equity Owner membership level through which an independent laboratory can become a shareholder and gain access to additional benefits. Optical laboratories can request more information about becoming a Global Optics Associate Member by contacting Chris Williams at 800-289- 5367 ext 107.
About Global Optics
Global Optics, Inc. ensures our independent laboratories partners consolidated purchasing, superior logistical solutions and supply chain distribution. Founded in 1971 with eight shareholder laboratories, Global Optics now serves over 200 optical laboratories with an unmatched inventory of products from more than 20 vendors. With a state-of- the-art distribution facility located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Global Optics inventories most major lens manufacturers’ products in depth and has the ability to ship overnight across the country. For more information, visit www.globaloptics.com.
TRIBRID is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.