Looking at labs: Workmanship in Worcester

Strong relationships with independent practices, lens suppliers and frame brands alike have given one Midlands glazing lab a real ‘edge’ over its competitors.

Experience also goes a long way, and one of Ultimate Edge Glazing’s directors has undoubtedly ‘got the t-shirt’ when it comes to ophthalmic lenses.

Situated near the centre of Worcester on Shrub Hill Industrial Estate, the glazing lab can call itself a trusted destination for brands including Lindberg, Eyespace, Flair, TAG Heuer and Silhouette. It specialises in rimless frames, but also assembles metal, plastic, supra and wrap-around designs.

Pulling into Worcester Shrub Hill station on a train from Paddington, an estate of industrial units appears behind the embankment. Among them is an iconic brick building that formerly served as the station’s coach house, which now houses a number of innovative businesses out to show UK manufacturing is alive and well.