Sterling is the world's leading supplier of ultra-precision machining systems for the production of Contact Lenses and Intraocular Lenses.
Sterling also provides the most advanced technology for the production of freeform (non-rotationally symmetric) optical surfaces. Sterling's fast and slow tool servos, powered by innovative software, offer a world of possibilities to surface designers and manufacturers.
Sterling's client list is a "Who's Who" of the global ophthalmic industry: Every major producer in both industries uses Sterling's OPTOFORM and / or NANOFORM ultra-precision machine systems.
Sterling's route to providing world-class, cutting-edge lathes and technology at an affordable price lies in the Sterling-Precitech partnership, which began in 1991 and continues, stronger than ever, today.
Precitech, formerly Pneumo Precision (1961) and Rank Pneumo (1984), builds the world's most advanced ultra-precision machine systems. These are used in electro-optics and precision mechanical component manufacturing for defense, aerospace, consumer electronics and a variety of other industries.
