OPTI-SHOPPER

buyer’s guide

THE LATEST IN TECH ADVANCES

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A CLOSER LOOK
FLAT-TOP TRANSITIONS

Developed jointly by Transitions Optical and Younger Optics, Transitions Signature VII polycarbonate composite flat-top 28 lenses are now available, offered to the market exclusively by Younger Optics through its lab customers. The product allows more bifocal wearers to enjoy the photochromic performance of Transitions Signature VII lenses.

“There is still a significant demand in the market for segmented lenses, despite growing demand for progressive and digital designs. Now ECPs don’t have to find another option when those consumers request a Transitions brand lens.”

—CATHERINE RAUSCHER, Transitions Optical’s global director for lenscaster partners

David Rips, Younger Optics’ president and CEO, notes that dedicated research and development teams were able to develop “a polycarbonate composite lens that incorporates a unique photochromic front surface made of Trivex, delivering Transitions Signature VII performance in a product that is surfaced, polished, edged, and dispensed just like a clear polycarbonate lens.”

Transitions Signature VII polycarbonate composite flat-top 28 lenses are now available in gray.

INFO: 800-366-5367, youngeroptics.com/transitions

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LENS CARE

Lifestyle dispensing means meeting a variety of lens care needs, and Hilco’s lifestyle-inspired lens care kits are designed to boost ECPs’ business with accessories, while at the same time helping patients care for their eyewear.

Each kit contains a 1-ounce bottle of lens cleaner and a premium designer microfiber cloth to remove even the most stubborn oils, sweat, and debris under the harshest conditions, the company notes.

For the ultimate in portability, the Sun Kit offers 10 premium towelettes, while the Sport kit has anti-fog towelettes to keep athletes’ vision crystal clear. Both are designed to meet patients’ needs, and keep them returning to for more.

INFO: 800-955-6544, hilco.com

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NEW TECHNOLOGY

Santinelli International introduces the new Lex-1200 Lens Edger and Ice-1200 Blocker, featuring new technology and functions that will enable ECPs to process the latest in lens and frame designs.

At the heart of the units is an advanced high-curve tracer, featuring a variable fulcrum stylus that keeps its axis angle perpendicular to any frame curve. It reduces stylus pressure by 50%, eliminating the potential for distortion.

The Lex-1200’s “2.0” software offers faster processing speed, multiple custom bevel pre-sets, and a new asymmetrical bevel profile, permitting lenses to be fitted into sport frames.

The Ice-1200 blocker features an intuitive touchscreen and an Auto Lens Meter function for spot-on accuracy. Santinelli’s Integrated Shape Imager (ISI) facilitates drill data capture and has been revised to include partial step lens measurements of “suspension-lens” style sport frames.

INFO: 800-644-3343, santinelli.com

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TESTING TABLE

Presenta Nova’s new testing table has the flexibility to be located anywhere, and to serve a variety of patients. The table features an electric lift with a movable work top. A remote-controlled electrical lifting system built into the table provides easy adaptation to patients of various heights, including those in wheelchairs. An “info panel” provides the option of giving an interactive presentation of diagnostics as well as lenses. An additional feature is an integrated drawer for the optician. Just added to the testing table’s options is a privacy panel with remote-controlled “smart glass” technology that can provide a private atmosphere for optician or diagnostician and their patient—even if the testing table is located on or near the optical floor. Presenta Nova is partnering with the Luneau Technology group to pair its optical and diagnostic display solutions with Luneau’s diagnostic equipment.

INFO: presenta-nova.us

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OPTICAL CABINETRY

Optical Outfitter, an optical furniture and display company, has announced the addition of the Williamson collection to its portfolio of cabinetry design themes. The collection is detailed with fluted moulding, handcrafted rosettes, and topped with crown moulding.

All cabinetry comes standard with LED lighting and the choice of several stains and types of hardware so clients can personalize their displays. Clients can choose from granite, quartz, or laminate as options for dispensing tables and reception desks. According to Optical Outfitter owner Gary Kuklewski, updating a dispensary can increase retail sales by up to 30%.

INFO: 855-848-7628, opticaloutfitter.com

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FAST & FANCY

Coburn Technologies introduces its latest finishing product for retail and wholesale lens labs: the HPE-810 Patternless Edger, designed to create a more efficient practice for utilizing better graphics and processing times.

Detailed images of bevel/groove positions provide the user with a more accurate look while faster processing signifies the ability to modify the next job while a current job is under way.

Key features include: faster edging by 30% and drilling by 40%, a customized mini bevel, concave shape processing, easy-click editing (for Chemistrie Clip features), and 3D simulation that supports easier bevel/groove positioning.

An optional “Design Your Imagination with Scan & Cut” feature allows for customized designs, a tiltable drill can handle high-curve lenses, and bidirectional feelers of front and back sides reduce lens thickness recognition time by up to 50%.

INFO: coburntechnologies.com

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KODAK REORGANIZES

Signet Armorlite is reorganizing its KODAK-branded product under the all-new KODAK Lens Professional Series name, available exclusively to independent ECPs. It includes KODAK’s progressive lenses (KODAK Unique/HD, Precise/PB, Precise Short/PB), KODAK Digital Single Vision Lens, KODAK SoftWear Lens, and KODAK coatings. Signet Armorlite’s proprietary technologies (Vision First Design and i-Sync) will continue to be used in the production of lenses within the KODAK Lens Professional Series while PracticePlus, Signet Armorlite’s practice-support program, will continue to foster the use of KODAK lenses.

INFO: signetarmorlite.com, kodaklens.com