Schneider Optical Machines Inc

Founded in 1986 by Gunter Schneider, SCHNEIDER GmbH & Co. KG is a global leader in innovative machine solutions for ophthalmics, precision optics, and ultra-precision optics. Headquartered in Germany, SCHNEIDER operates with over 480 employees and boasts a strong international presence with facilities in the USA, Brazil, Thailand, and China.

SCHNEIDER revolutionized the optics industry with the introduction of freeform technology, allowing for the production of individualized lenses. The company's pioneering spirit, encapsulated in its slogan “Fascination for Innovation,” drives continuous advancements in machine technology, ensuring high-quality, precise optical solutions.

Each year, SCHNEIDER produces more than 500 machines across four German production sites, maintaining an export ratio of 95%. This global reach is supported by localized service centers in major optics markets, ensuring robust customer support and regional growth.

In 2017, SCHNEIDER expanded its technological capabilities by acquiring W&L Coating Systems GmbH, a leader in high-end vacuum coating technologies. This acquisition strengthens SCHNEIDER’s product portfolio with advanced physical and plasma-based chemical vapor deposition systems.