Proof of Usefulness Report

Plastic Plus Limited

Analysis completed on 2/20/2026

+469
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Project verified as Plastic Plus Limited, Canada's largest independent optical laboratory (est. 1974). Submission name 'StarShade' likely refers to a specific product line. External search confirms significant scale (30,000 sq ft facility, ~125 employees, national reach), validating the claim of being a market leader. While the submission response was low quality (vague claims, incorrect terminology like 'marketcap'), the verifiable business fundamentals (50+ years traction, essential medical manufacturing) warrant a high score consistent with a mature, established enterprise.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142.5
Audience Reach Impact+102.0
Technical Innovation+56.3
Evidence Of Traction+135.0
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+478.3
Usefulness Multiplierx0.98
Final Score+469

Project Details

Project URL
plasticplus.ca
Description
Plastic Plus is the leading independent optical manufacturing laboratory in Canada. We offer the industry's best in optical lenses including Seiko, IOT, Avulux and Shaw Lens technologies. We also offer a large variety of coating and tinting options. We support independent eye care providers with 'Made in Canada' products and no off shore production. This means a faster turn around time and local support for ECPs. Learn more at www.plasticplus.ca

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

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Technical Roadmap

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