Background

Spec-Crafters is an Optical Laboratory established in 2000, and solely owned by Mr. Marlon Calvert. Marlon’s passion for optics began when he started his career in 1976 at Standard Optical, his career path has lead him to vast experience and knowledge of his craft. Marlon has enjoyed many years fulfilling many of the possible roles in a Laboratory environment namely: Optical Technician, Supervisor in Fitting, Head of Quality Control, Lab Manager, Process and Product Development Manager, Consultant to eventually Owner. Marlon is hands on and manages the lab personally ensuring that his high standards are achieved.

Marlon Calvert

Marlon Calvert is qualified in the following:

– Optical Fitting;
– Optical Surfacing;
– Industrial Management (Dip);
– Sales Management (Dip);
– Training (Dip);
– Quality Management (Dip).

Our Crafters

At Spec-Crafters we believe in building relationships and supporting independent optometrists. Going the extra mile is standard. If you need personalised service, Spec-Crafters is the lab.

We have one of the most experienced teams in South Africa.
Marlon Calvert – 46 years
Graham Meintjies – 28 years
Sidney Ndlovu – 43 years
Lawrence Zwane – 43 years
Valencia Hoffman – 17 years
Donald Mushwana – 16 years
And a group of progressive, passionate and motivated younger employees.

Our Lab

  • We provide the full surfacing of lenses. Our lab consists of high quality and consistent machinery with an experienced team carrying out the process

Sponsorship

  • Bosmont Little League

    Spec-Crafters have recently sponsored a team in the Bosmont Little League, with a soccer kit, bringing upliftment to the boys and their community.

  • Bobuanstwa Primary School

    Stacey @ Bobuanstwa Primary School – Corporate Social Investment Project.

  • Newclare Primary

    Marlon @ Newclare Primary – CSI project

  • Bernard Isaacs Primary School

    Stacey @ Bernard Isaacs Primary School – Corporate Social Investment Project.

  • St Johns – Mandela Day

    Stacey @ Mandela Day. Spec-Crafters donated free spectacles to ALL attendees at the St Johns Mandela day 2011. Playing our part in helping the less fortunate.

Testimonials