TechShield Elite

TechShield Elite is a premium, category D anti-reflective coating that delivers ultimate visual performance, cosmetic appearance, durability, and cleanability.

TechShield Elite Benefits

2x Better Cleanability¹
2x Better Scratch Resistance²
Excellent Visual Clarity
Exceptional Smudge Resistance
Attractive Cosmetic Appearance
UV Protection (Optional UV_R)
2-year Warranty³

Optional UV_R

UV_R technology provides essential defense against UV light reflected off the backside of the lens. And while it's highly recommended, it’s not mandatory on TechShield Elite. Freedom of choice is just another way TechShield Elite makes dispensing easier.

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TechShield Elite eliminates harsh glare from sources such as sunlight, overhead lighting, and oncoming headlights, making for clearer, more comfortable, safer vision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Following are answers to frequently asked questions about new and improved TechShield Anti-Reflective Coatings:

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What are TechShield Anti-Reflective (AR) Coatings?

TechShield Anti-Reflective (AR) Coatings are the most advanced ever, providing your patients with greater clarity, scratch resistance, smudge resistance, and cleanability.^1,2

TechShield - Exceptional visual performance in an attractive base enhancement
TechShield Plus - Superior visual performance and aesthetics with added durability
TechShield Elite - Ultimate visual performance, appearance, durability, cleanability
TechShield Blue - Targeted blue light defense in a next-generation AR coating

TechShield AR Coatings are easy to understand, easy to dispense, and even easier to rely on than ever before.
What are the key benefits of TechShield AR Coatings?
Patients will enjoy the best performing TechShield AR Coatings ever, with:
- 2X Better Cleanability¹
- 2X Better Scratch Resistance²
- Excellent Visual Clarity
- Attractive Cosmetic Appearance
- Available Blue Light Defense
Which of the TechShield AR Coatings will reduce blue light exposure?

TechShield Blue will reduce exposure to blue light, while also providing additional benefits of defense against UV light.
Are TechShield AR Coatings available with UV_R (Backside UV Coating)?

TechShield Elite, TechShield Plus, and TechShield are available to order with or without UV_R (backside UV protection). TechShield Blue automatically comes with UV_R included.
What materials and lens designs are available with TechShield AR Coatings?

TechShield AR Coatings are available on all lens designs and materials, unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer.
Should TechShield AR Coatings be added to an en masse blue filter lens product?

Yes, it should be paired with TechShield Elite.
How can TechShield AR Coatings be ordered?

TechShield AR Coatings can be ordered through Authorized Unity^® Distributor Labs.
How will TechShield AR Coatings appear when ordering through Eyefinity^®?

Following are the category codes for each TechShield product and how they will appear in the AR Coating drop-down list:

***AR Coating C***
TechShield or TechShield UV_R
TechShield Plus or TechShield Plus UV_R

***AR Coating D***
TechShield Elite or TechShield Elite UV_R
TechShield Blue UV_R
Are Unity Savings still available?

No. It will be replaced by the New Unity Rewards program. Please visit unitylenses.com for more details.
What is the New Unity Rewards program?

The New Unity Rewards program offers a simplified way for all VSP network providers to earn points on eligible Unity, SunSync, and TechShield lenses and enhancements. Points can be redeemed on items of your choice.
Which products are eligible for New Unity Rewards?

You can earn points on eligible Unity Progressive Lenses, SunSync Light-Reactive Lenses, TechShield Elite/Blue Anti-Reflective Coatings, and Ethos Lenses.
How much do TechShield AR Coatings cost?

Price for patients wishing to pay out of pocket will be determined by the Eye Care Provider.
Are TechShield AR Coatings covered under warranty?

Yes. TechShield AR Coatings are backed by a two-year warranty, which applies to scratching, peeling, or crazing under normal use. Lenses that are abused, extremely scratched, chipped, broken, or damaged are not covered under this warranty.

1, 2. Compared to previous versions of TechShield AR Coatings in laboratory testing.
3. TechShield Anti-Reflective Coatings are backed by a two-year warranty against scratching, peeling, and crazing under normal use. Lenses that are abused, extremely scratched, chipped, broken or damaged are not covered under this warranty.

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