This awards is OLA’s way of recognizing the effort the industry manufacturers invest in the research and development of new products. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the Awards.

Best in Dress Frames
    Randy Jackson 1013, Zyloware

Best in Specialty Frames
    Trendsetter Tr309s, Uvex By Sperian

Best in Lens Design
    Individual, Carl Zeiss Vision

Best in Children's Frames
    Nickelodeon Spongebob Squarepants Exploration, Nouveau Eyewear

Best in Lens Materials & Treatment
    Coppertone Polarized Lenses, Vision-Ease Lens

Best in Marketing
    Drivewear Glare Wheel Demonstrator, Younger Optics

Best in Software Tools
    Job Bob, Digital Vision

Best in Surfacing Equipment (Two Winners)
    Vft Orbit Generator, Satisloh
    Hsc Sprint Generator, Schneider Optical Machines

Best in Surfacing Materials & Tools
    Lumina Polish Pad, Dac Vision

Best in Finishing Equipment
    Dimension Tracer, National Optronics

Best in Finishing Materials & Tools
    Stellar Block, Dac Vision

Best in Lens Treatment Equipment
    Ultra-Rx Coater, Ultra Optics

Best in Accessory Products
    Double Lens Lined Envelope, E-Z Pack

Dan Torgersen, Vice President, MIS and Special Projects for Walman Optical in Minneapolis, MN was presented with the OLA’s Director’s Choice Award, which honors individuals, companies or organizations who the OLA’s board of directors believes have made outstanding contributions to the ophthalmic industry.