what's new
Buyer's GUIDE
By Lindsey Aspinall

A Rose is a Rose

Blanchard Contact Lens has launched the Rose K IC, designed to simplify the fitting process and improve performance of large diameter, specialty oxygen-permeable (GP) lenses for all irregular cornea applications. Standard diameter is 11.2mm, with availability up to 12 mm. For more information, call 800-367-4009.

Wax On

Practical Systems, Inc. (PSI), has introduced SoLo Blocking Wax, a non-toxic, reusable bonding medium for use in wax blockers. It flows easily through the blocker and holds well throughout processing of all types of lenses. This product is sold by the gallon. For more information, call 800-237-8154.

Simplifying Sales

Hilco has introduced Finish Line, a compact lens care dispensing center which can help organize the dispensing table while also presenting a small product selection for sale. In addition, the display helps to promote proper lens care to patients. For more information, call 800-955-6544 or visit the company Website www.hilco.com.

Material World

Shamir Creation in SuperLite 1.67 is now available. Creation is a progressive addition lens developed with patented Freeform Technology, providing up to six times more resolution than standard cast PALs, company reps note. Its formula is based on Shamir's proprietary monomer formula allowing for the creation of fully asphe-ric, asymmetric lenses, which are thin and light. For information, visit www.shamirlens.com.

Miscellaneous

Vectoring In

International Polarizer, a business of PPG Industries, Inc., has introduced its polarized film for Vectograph Slides. The film is utilized by ophthalmic companies that specialize in vectographs, which help ECPs gauge patients' depth perception. For information, visit ppgopticalproducts.com.  

Smart Packaging

Arch Crown has released left/right contact lens indication labels designed for lens packaging. Pressure-sensitive "L" and "R" labels can be applied to contact lens packages so that patients have an easier time finding the correct lens. These removable labels will not
damage packaging. For more information, call 800-526-8353.

SPECTACLE LENSES

Blending In

Answering patient and ECP requests for wider availability in blended segment bifocals, Three Rivers Optical lab has developed the TR O Blended Seg with Transitions photochromic technology. Through an innovative, patented milling process and specialized programming, TR O Blended Seg is available in three varying-sized segments to match today's frame sizes in a variety of lens materials. For more information, call 800-756-2020.

Topnotch

Topit is the latest in coatings from iCoat Company. The premium AR and topcoat can be applied to any edged lens style or substrate, including glass, and can be applied to any lab in-house backside hardcoating. Topit technology combines iCoat's ion impacted AR with high-performance anti-static properties and an ultra-slick super
oleophobic topcoat. Topit is smudge- and fingerprint-resistant, repels water, oil, dust, and dirt, and is guaranteed against cracking, crazing, and peeling. For more information, call 800-832-2628.

Optical Distribution Corporation, the exclusive U.S. distributor of Rodenstock lenses and frames, has announced the release of Multigressiv and Multigressiv ILT XS PALs. The lenses upgrade and replace Multigressiv2 technology, based on an aspheric/atoric back surface design. The Multigressiv and Multigressiv ILT XS incorporate a spherical single-vision front surface with progressive properties on the back surface. The result is reduced peripheral aberrations and rapid patient adaptation with clear vision in all areas. For more information, call Optical Distribution Corporation at 888-407-3937.