what's new
Buyer's GUIDE
By Lindsey Aspinall

Contact Lenses

PolyVue Distribution, Inc., has added to its PolyVue High Definition family of presbyopic contact lenses with the addition of a -1.50 cylinder power to the HDX Toric Progressive CL. The fully molded, planned replacement CL with aberration-reducing High Definition optics can now be fitted on patients with up to a -2.25 cylinder requirement. The design incorporates a toric back surface stabilized with a prism ballast to provide consistent vision at all distances. For information, contact Tamiko Ishidate at 877-734-2010.

Equipment

Lab Friendly

Gerber Coburn has enhanced the software in its Dimetrix lens verification and finish blocker by adding several new advanced features. Co-developed with Visionix, Ltd., Dimetrix automatically verifies and blocks single-vision, multifocal, and progressive lenses.  

Dimetrix now streamlines lens verification and the finish blocking process even further, according to company representatives. Frame Mode provides full job verification that allows the operator to view both eyes prior to blocking the second lens. Left and right prism imbalance settings ensure that PALs are within prism tolerances. Dimetrix now automatically recognizes dotted lenses, a key to reducing manual blocking time. A daily maintenance mode has been added as well.

For more information, call 800-843-1479, or visit the Website www.gerbercoburn.com.

accessories

The Voyager eyeglass case from LBI is covered in ballistic material and is extra-durable. It can accommodate wraparound and oversize sunglasses and is ideal for extreme sports like mountain biking or rock climbing. For more information, visit the company Website www.lbi.biz.

Product BEAT

Low Vision

Your Main Squeeze

Designed for single-handed use, the Microlux 6x18 monocular telescope from Eschenbach is ideal for reading store aisle signs, bus numbers, or recognizing faces from a distance. Users don't have to worry about removing any lens caps or unzipping a carrying case before using the telescope. By simply squeezing the casing once, the Microlux expands for use. Squeezing it again retracts the scope into its protective case. For information, call 800-487-5389.

PPG Industries

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SPECTACLE LENSES

Signet Armorlite, Inc., has introduced the Kodak Unique Progressive. Unique production technology automatically customizes the design for frame
selection to ensure the best overall visual performance for any "B" measurement to a 13mm fitting height. For more information, visit www.signetarmorlite.com.

Go Go Physio

Essilor of America is increasing material availability in Varilux Physio and Varilux Physio 360° PALs. In September, the lenses became available in Thin&Lite 1.60 in clear and in Transitions photochromic. The 1.60 option is recommended for rimless eyewear and active patients. Now, Varilux Physio and Varilux Physio 360° are available in Airwear Polarized. For more information, visit the Website www.varilux.com.

Super Clean

Seiko Optical Products introduces Seiko 1.67 Super SVAR now with SuperClean, an advanced super hydrophobic AR with index-matched primer and hardcoat. The new primer layer and hardcoat eliminate rainbow reflections. For more information, call 800-235-5367.