Republic Lens Comapny Inc.

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About Republic Lens Staff and The Company
The extensive engineering and technological resources of REPUBLIC LENS CO., INC. are constantly available to serve our many accounts with the finest in precision optics or to assist in the design and solution of special problems involving unusual or difficult applications. REPUBLIC LENS CO., INC. has maintained a state of the art level in optical fabrication, coatings, and optical design through continuous upgrading of our manufacturing facility.

Dr. Edward Polackoff
Founder

In 1939, Dr. Edward Polackoff, a successful optometrist in private practice, turned his extensive knowledge of optics to the manufacture of precision lens systems. He invented and patented the first telescopic lens system for people with sub normal vision. In addition he also perfected a number of techniques that maintain the highest standards of quality in lens fabrication. Dr. Polackoff’s drive for perfection and his insistence on meticulous quality control established the Republic Lens Company’s reputation for outstanding performance and precision.

Jack Lurie
President

Since 1957, Jack Lurie has carried on the same rigorous adherence to quality control and precision optics fabrication on which Republic Lens Company was founded. Mr. Lurie is a graduate of Cornell University with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree and has extensive knowledge of state-of-the-art optics applications for science and industry. He has been instrumental in expanding our product capabilities and our loyal customer roster.

Marjorie Lurie
Vice President

In 1958, Marjorie Lurie assumed responsibility for the smooth, successful operation of marketing, sales and advertising efforts of Republic Lens Company. Mrs. Lurie combines a knowledge of Marketing from New York University and design from Parsons School of Design to assure customers of the highest quality precision optics systems suited to their specific operating specifications.

Eduard Siegel
Plant Manager

The Republic Lens Company tradition of stringent quality control and uncomprising precision in every detail of precision optics, thin film coatings, machine and assembly of Optical Systems is monitored and administered by Eduard Siegel. Mr. Siegel is a Meister, trained in Jena, East Germany by the Carl Zeiss Optical Company. Mr. Siegel studied with the world renowned Professors from the University of Jena. He has experience in all phases of optics, having managed plants and trained personnel in the field for over 40 years.