Technology

This concept would not have been possible if not for the intervention of 3D-print technology: A technology that has no competitor and has been inspiring Hoet for a long time. In 2013, Hoet became the first and only one on the market to sell tailor-made 3D-printed eyewear.
After a thorough study of facial anatomy in which 1,000 head scans were examined — and with the necessary experience in design, retail and wholesale — Hoet took the designing of the eyeglasses upon itself, taking into account the parameters for scaling and the maximum and minimum values. Hoet also advised about the presentation of the eyewear and the workflow within the software, contributing tremendously to the brand identity of Yuniku.

To design unique eyewear, one requires thorough knowledge of materials and technology. A unique eyewear concept is born by taking optimal advantage of both material and technology and by turning its disadvantages into an advantage.

Based on Hoet’s experience and expertise of these issues, the first Yuniku eyewear was designed for HOYA.

After research, specific input and experience from three parties (Hoet, Hoya and Materialise), a unique business model is reached with an eye on the future:

tailored-made eyewear and lenses offered in a single package.

The Yuniku concept is fully integrated, ensuring seamless customisation, production and delivery. Customers are involved throughout, offering maximum opportunity to interact and create their own unique eyewear.

And as with Hoet Couture, a 3D printed collection in titanium, the production of the Yuniku eyewear will also start only after the initial sales. This will drastically reduce the investment in stock.

With a long tradition in optics, Hoet’s motivation is to contribute to a better world with regard to the distributor, optician and consumer.