FYidoctors Opens New 47,000 Square Foot Ophthalmic Laboratory and Distribution Centre
Tuesday, April 19 2016 | 00 h 00 min | News
Calgary, AB – FYidoctors recently opened a brand new state-of-the-art ophthalmic laboratory facility in Delta, BC. The new lab is one of the most technologically advanced laboratories in all of North America. Servicing all FYidoctors clinics as well as external offices and partners, the lab is producing and/or distributing an impressive line-up of products including 100% internal freeform lenses, stock lenses, coatings, brand label contact lenses as well as exclusive, branded and private label frames.
“We are committed to providing the highest quality products and services in an exclusive optometry-branded environment,” says Dr. Alan Ulsifer, President & CEO of FYidoctors. “Although we tested multiple other models, we landed on the need to produce our products in Canada. The new facility was an absolute must for us in meeting the demands of our ongoing growth and in our commitment to lead the industry in delivery times. I am pleased to say we are progressing well beyond our expectations.”
Ulsifer adds, “Like most optical groups and manufacturers, we tested the concept of sourcing all of our lenses offshore. Although there was an economic benefit, in the end, nothing can deliver the type of service, speed, and quality of service that can be delivered in our own facility. It’s our staff that work tirelessly to serve our patients that are going to provide everything our patients need in a way like no other source and this is something we believe will be a differentiator for us.”
