Surfacing Labs in North Carolina

**EyeManFla** · 05-19-2012, 09:46 AM

OK, I have been working here in Raleigh for about two months now and I am trying to help the optical manager with changing his surfacing labs.

Does any one here know of any DECENT surfacing labs in North Carolina? Otherwise, I'm going to line him up with my old Florida labs.

**Jacqui** · 05-19-2012, 10:15 AM

The way shipping companies operate these days, you should be able to use a lab anywhere and get decent service.

**Judy Canty** · 05-19-2012, 10:29 AM

Originally Posted by Jacqui

The way shipping companies operate these days, you should be able to use a lab anywhere and get decent service.

Indeed!

**EyeManFla** · 05-19-2012, 10:35 AM

Oh, Agreed...when I was in Florida...most of my labs were out of state.....but we would like to have one local lab.......that's not Southern.....LOL

**Judy Canty** · 05-19-2012, 10:46 AM

Robertson...sorta local.

**peyes** · 05-19-2012, 06:20 PM

Call chuck bohler at Premier in Charlotte. They do some work for me...fast and great quality. Tell him Phil in Alabama recommended him. Sorry don't have number with me and having a hard seeing the print on this phone. Must need some glasses.

**Mike Fretto** · 05-22-2012, 02:48 PM

Western Carolina http://www.wcoinc.com/site_001.htm

Also POL Optical Labs I couldnt find a website???

**misterindependent** · 05-22-2012, 06:25 PM

I am somewhat biased as I am an independent consultant for three optical labs. Although none of these are located in NC, I can gladly provide you with a list of very satisfied accounts in your great state. These labs manufacture the latest freeform technology along with Crizal AR in-house and can provide with quick turnaround time, phenomenal quality, friendly customer service, and excellent pricing. If you buy your lenses Uncut, I can offer you a freeform PAL in CR39, Poly, or Trivex for only $xxxx. Should you decide to add a premium AR, your upgrade is only an additional $xxxx. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have an questions. Thanking you in advance for your much valued time and I wish you the best in your new venture.

{Please do not post wholesale prices!~~~Fezz}

**Judy Canty** · 05-22-2012, 07:11 PM

Originally Posted by Mike Fretto

Western Carolina http://www.wcoinc.com/site_001.htm

Also POL Optical Labs I couldnt find a website???

POL is now an Essilor lab.

**EyeManFla** · 05-23-2012, 03:27 PM

Gary from Premier is coming here in two weeks. Thanks.

Originally Posted by peyes

Call chuck bohler at Premier in Charlotte. They do some work for me...fast and great quality. Tell him Phil in Alabama recommended him. Sorry don't have number with me and having a hard seeing the print on this phone. Must need some glasses.

**sharpstick777** · 05-31-2012, 10:56 AM

Originally Posted by peyes

Call chuck bohler at Premier in Charlotte. They do some work for me...fast and great quality. Tell him Phil in Alabama recommended him. Sorry don't have number with me and having a hard seeing the print on this phone. Must need some glasses.

Chuck is awesome, one of the best people in the industry..

**Eyeman 2011** · 06-04-2012, 12:23 PM

There is a lab in Asheville called Western Carolina Optical. They are independent and have been in business for over 25 years. They have a great sales representative, John Neal, who can be reached at 919.815.1372

**EyeManFla** · 06-04-2012, 12:43 PM

Yeah, I know the place. I gave them my resume when I first moved to Rutherfordton..........

Originally Posted by Eyeman 2011

There is a lab in Asheville called Western Carolina Optical. They are independent and have been in business for over 25 years. They have a great sales representative, John Neal, who can be reached at 919.815.1372