With NEO-orbit and NEO-flex, blockless lens processing can be implemented without compromise. Leveraging Satisloh’s patented Pin Vacuum Lens Reception system together with the proven ART, VFT-orbit-2i, and Multi-FLEX-2 platforms, this modular two-machine setup delivers continuous production, maximum efficiency, and scalable performance tailored for industrial-grade lens manufacturing.

High throughput: 80 lenses per hour.
Production line balancing: Modular system for flexible line balancing and redundancy.
Full lens product range:

Front Curve	Up to 15D, Rotationally & non-rotationally symmetric front surfaces → Spheric & aspheric Single Vision, Bifocals, Front side & Back side progressive lenses
Back Curve	up to 18D
Prism	up to 10^o
Diameter	50 mm - 80 mm / full support
Materials	All organic materials
% of lenses	>99%
Engraving	Integrated fiber laser or mechanical system

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The paradigm is changing

For decades, blocking was the backbone of lens surfacing – but it adds work steps, costs, and waste. The industry is moving blockless: faster, leaner, and more sustainable.

With NEO-orbit & NEO-flex, Satisloh makes blockless surfacing reliable, scalable, and ready for industrial use.

Learn more about this paradigm shift in our article “Blockless lens surfacing technologies – Opportunities and challenges”.

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Satisloh NEO-orbit & NEO-flex blockless surfacing (Brochure)

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What NEO blockless line means for your lab

Simplification

Fewer steps
Only 2 machines
Lower handling, labor, and maintenance costs
Reduced overall processing time and lower WIP
Smaller Footprint ca. 60% less lab space required vs. traditional alloy-based lines
Lower consumables costs

Alloy Surfacing LINE

Infographic with seven circular icons showing 7 steps of lens surfacing with alloy blocking

NEO blockless surfacing line

Diagram with two circular icons showing two step surfacing line with out block pieces for Lens manufacturing

Machine Spotlight:

NEO-orbit: The Blockless Generator

Based on the proven technology of our flagship machines VFT-orbit-2i and ART-Blocker, enhanced with innovative Pin Vacuum Reception, NEO-orbit delivers front-side mapping for exact back curve calculation, precision shaping and engraving with 99% lens compatibility.

Imaging
Front curve mapping
Positioning
Cribbing, milling & turning
Engraving

Modern laboratory testing machine with enclosed chamber and safety controls

Machine Spotlight:

NEO-flex: The Blockless Polisher

NEO-flex is built on proven Multi-FLEX-2 technology and upgraded for blockless operation. It ensures premium polishing, automatic cleaning, and consistent quality in every lens.