Optical Synergies Fall 2018

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SHORE A TIVATIONS Your adventure, TM

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Fast Activation

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Convenience & Protection

Activations lenses are fully clear indoors, turn dark outdoors and return to clear fast. They are the ideal lenses for all-day comfort and protection.

Activations lenses maintain color stability when activating.

Available in warm brown or elegant gray tints, Activations lenses will complement your patients' frame selections.

Activations lenses provide convenience for wearers with an active lifestyle or who are light-sensitive. They also provide 100% UVA and UVB protection.

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Shore™ Activations™ lenses are available exclusively with your trusted Shoreview Progressive lens designs at Shore Lens Company.

Available in plastic and polycarbonate finished single vision hard coat, finished single vision anti-reflective, semi-finished single vision hard coat, semi-finished flat-top 28 plastic hard coat, Shoreview® ES Progressive hard coat and Shoreview® Mini ES Progressive hard coat.

Phone 800.832.2628 | Fax 562.946.1060 | info@icoatcompany.com

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160 LeGrand Avenue Northvale, NJ 07647 1-888-547-4802 www.ShoreLens247.com

Shoreview is a registered trademark of Shore Lens Co., Inc.

A COMPLETE AND DEPENDABLE OPTICAL PURCHASING SERVICE

www.OpticalSynergies.com (800) 305-2082

new styles new textures new lens shapes 3 new reasons to fall in love with Seemless.

To Order Call: 1-800-288-2700 www.k-frames.com

Modernizing The KODAK Unique™ Lens Design KODAK Unique DRO™ Progressive offers: • All the features, benefits and material range of KODAK Unique Lenses • Added new technology: Dynamic Reading Optimization™ (DRO) to improve the reading and intermediate areas • Optional customization with: KODAK Unique DRO HD Lens.

DRO technology greatly reduces off-axis viewing, allowing the eyes to focus in the reading area for longer periods of time, making it ideal of modern digital lifestyles.

Click here or find out more at: www.SignetArmorlite.com * Compared to original KODAK Unique Lens.

The Kodak trademark and trade dress are used under license from Kodak by Signet Armorlite, Inc. © 2018 Signet Armorlite, Inc.

17%

An average increase in effective reading area of 17% over a range of prescriptions*

54%

An average of 54% reduction in total oblique astigmatic errors in the reading zone*

PROFESSIONAL SERIES

SUPERIOR PRODUCTS + UNPARALLELED SUPPORT Reveal XT lens tape STM640 digital coolant Aspireâ„¢ lens polish Visit SALEM Vision at Vision Expo West in BOOTH LP11068

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Enhance color consistency across all materials with pre-tinted product!

permaTINT Grey C, Brown C, Green-Grey 15 Available: TrivexÂŽ, 1.67, Polycarbonate

Available in TrivexÂŽ, 1.67, Polycarbonate

Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow Available: Polycarbonate only

1.67 FT-28 photochromic now available!

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FT-28 photo lenses available in the 1.67 material your customers want.

The glass lens specialists!

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We focus on the 1%, so you can focus on the 99%.

Contact julianne@visdyn.com for more information or call 888-900-5503

Expect Precision, Innovation & Consistency Exclusive Optical Synergies Members Pricing    

SE-9090 Supra Robust 24/7 industrial tabletop Dual spindle technology, 15-21 JPH NOW with in-chamber grooving NOW with custom high-curve bevel & shelf

LE & LEX-1200 Series  Fastest “wet” tabletops ever designed  Price levels starting at low $20K’s  Micro-bevel for thin metal wire frames  High base curve edging & customized beveling*  Mini-shelf bevel* * Lex 1200 only

TREME TRADE-IN OFFER

Receive up to $1,500 When You Trade-up to the Industry’s Leading Tracer Technology

XtremeD LT-980 Tracer    

Handles High Frame Curves • One Touch Demo Lens Holder Automatic, Dual 3-D Tracing • Integrated Debris Protection Advanced Variable Fulcrum Stylus • Built-in Accessory Storage Space New Option! Software-Driven Auto Calibration

To learn more call or text Steve Swalgen at 516.449.2883

* All tracer makes/models accepted for trade-in. Cannot be combined with any other programs or specials. Other restrictions may apply.

120 Corporate Drive, Trumbull CT 06611 Phone – (203)384-0331 / Fax – (203)368-4082 john.smith@5nplus.com

METSPEC BLOCKING ALLOYS FROM 5N PLUS Since 1970, 5N Plus-Fairfield (formerly MCP Metalspecialties) has been manufacturing and supplying North America with high-quality Low Melting Point Alloys uniquely suited to the Optical Industry.

We are very excited to continue our Partnership Pricing to Optical Synergies member labs.

METSPEC 117 (mp=117F/47C) – $72.53/kg ($32.90/lb) (Non-member labs price: $78.22/kg or $35.48/lb)

Please mention you are an Optical Synergies member when ordering to receive this discounted price We can also offer: METSPEC 136 (mp=136F/58C) – (Cd Free) - METSPEC 141 (mp=141F/61C) – (Pb & Cd Free) METSPEC 158 (mp=158F/70C) To place an order or request an alternate alloy, please contact our sales department in Trumbull CT at: john.smith@5nplus.com or by phone at (203)384-0331 MasterCard / Visa / American Express Accepted These alloys can be remelted and reused, but when they begin to melt irregularly or show other signs of age it may be time to recycle your melt.

5N Plus offers a comprehensive recycling program for this purpose.

Recycling through 5N Plus is free of charge and can eliminate many of the disposal costs associated with optical lab alloys. Some larger parcels may even have value beyond our processing costs.

Contact our sales department for a free evaluation on alloy material return.

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Lens Finishing Equipment for Any Size Need

Tracer

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Blocker

DAC Technologies™ is now the main U.S. distributor for the National Optronics product line of edgers, tracers and blockers.

This innovative equipment was designed primarily around a patented dry-cutting technology.

All National Optronics equipment is reliable, efficient and extremely user-friendly. use

New! QM-X3 Edger • Up to 30% faster than other table top edgers • Ability to process complex shapes • Fixed dual diamond blade design eliminates frequent blade changes • Industrial-grade capabilities • Environmentally friendly dry edging saves water and makes lens debris clean-up easy

Call us for more information: 800.800.1550 www.dactechnologies.com

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POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITE FT28

WHAT’S NEW? Transitions® XTRActive® FT28 bifocal lenses are now available in polycarbonate composite material.

Transitions XTRActive is the preferred photochromic lens for many patients, both for its extra protection against bright light and to enhance indoor visual comfort.

GOOD TO KNOW: Transitions XTRActive polycarbonate composite technology now available in FT28 bifocal Unique photochromic Trivex® layer provides unsurpassed Transitions XTRActive performance Processes just like polycarbonate 1.59 Index: Same as polycarbonate Superb segment cosmetics Integral chemical bond will not separate Excellent impact resistance Gray only

Available exclusively from Younger Optics, call 800-366-5367 to order.

Photochromic performance is influenced by temperature, UV exposure and lens material. Transitions and XTRActive are registered trademarks of Transitions Optical, Inc. used under license by Transitions Optical Limited. Trivex is a registered trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

Polycarbonate This thin layer of specially adapted Trivex® has been optimized to deliver superb Transitions® XTRActive® performance.

Your adventure, Your eyes, Our lenses.

Phone 800.832.2628 | Fax 562.946.1060 | info@icoatcompany.com

©2018 Essilor of America, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Unless otherwise indicated, all trademarks are the property of Essilor International and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and in other countries. Transitions and Transitions Signature are registered trademarks, and the Transitions logo is a trademark of Transitions Optical, Inc. used under license by Transitions Optical Limited. Light Under Control is a trademark of Transitions Optical Limited. ©2018 Transitions Optical Limited. Photochromic performance is influenced by temperature, UV exposure and lens material.

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HELP PATIENTS PICK THEIR FAVORITE COLOR AND CHOOSE THEIR STYLE

Transitions® Signature® lenses are now available in a choice of 4 vibrant new style colors for patients to personalize any frame and express their style.

Ask an Essilor Sales Consultant for more information.

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VISION EASE introduces Coppertone® Polarized Lenses in PPG Trivex® material VISION EASE expands its lightweight, high-performance Coppertone® Polarized Lenses line with new offerings in PPG Trivex® material. The material’s extreme durability and chemical resistance paired with Coppertone’s advanced sun protection create a lens that’s ideal for active consumers.

Coppertone Trivex lenses are immediately available in gray and brown SFSV. They can be used with all sunglass and frame styles, from wrap to rimless and beyond.

www.visionease.com

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2018 LAB DIVISION HALL OF FAME Directors’ Choice Award Recipient and 2018 Lab Division Hall of Fame Inductees Announced The Lab Division of The Vision Council announced today the industry veterans who will be recognized during the Directors’ Choice Award and 19th Annual Lab Division Hall of Fame celebration on Wednesday, September 26 in conjunction with the Lab Division Meeting and International Vision Expo West.

The Division has named Dave Cole, Former President of Transitions Optical, as the 2018 recipient of the Directors’ Choice Award honoring his 26+ years in the optical industry, as a champion for game-changing technology, and as a terrific partner to optical labs.

Established in 1987 under the Optical Laboratories Association, now the Lab Division of The Vision Council, this award honors individuals and companies that have made outstanding contributions to the ophthalmic industry.

Now in its 32nd year, the award is still recognized as one of the most prestigious in the industry.

Dave Cole will be recognized alongside this year’s Lab Division Hall of Fame inductees at the Hall of Fame banquet, held during The Vision Council’s Lab Division meeting at International Vision Expo West.

2018 Lab Division Hall of Fame InducteesConsideration is given for contributions to the optical laboratory industry, Lab Division of The Vision Council, the candidate’s individual accomplishments, personal character, reputation, and length of time active in the industry.

Questions? Contact Steve Sutherlin, Lab Division Liaison, at ssutherlin@thevisioncouncil.org.

The Vision Council Releases New Electronic Progressive Identifier Catalog

The Vision Council has announced the launch of its new Electronic Progressive Identifier Catalog (EPIC) – available for the first time in a digital format. The catalog is the industry-standard guide to the identifying marks engraved on progressive addition lenses. Previously, the catalog was available for order in hard copy only.

This latest edition contains graphics for more than 350 lens designs distributed in the United States and Canada, showing the markings that identify the lens supplier, lens name, lens material, filters and corridor lengths. Diagrams include the relative position of the fitting cross, as well as the lens suppliers' recommended minimum fitting height. The catalog also contains several indexes, listing the lenses according to: identifying symbols, lens supplier name, minimum recommended height, lens name, extended range of add power, and custom progressive designs.

The new EPIC can be found here. Please direct questions to Paul Wade, Lens Processing & Technology Division Liaison at pwade@thevisioncouncil.org.