Clearly Contacts Goes Green With Organic Glasses
...n, the biodegradable alternative to the industry standard petroleum-based lenses. Packaging for the latest addition to Clearly Contacts wide range of eyeglass frames includes a backing card made from 100% recycled paper. Mixing materials of recycled titanium and wood pulp are not only good for the env...Clearly Contacts Introduces New Spring Eyewear Lineup
...ontacts.ca website. "We analyzed runways of the top designers, travelled to vision expos all over the world and spoke to the trend leaders in eyeglass style to decide on the pieces we would carry this season," states Clearly Contacts Vice President of North American Sales, Steve Wallace. "...American Chemistry Council Welcomes Call for Expedited FDA Review of BPA
...PA and the benefits it provides to consumers. Clear and shatter-resistant polycarbonate plastic, made from BPA, is used to make products ranging from eyeglass lenses and bicycle helmets to DVDs and food storage containers. Epoxy resins, also made from BPA, are widely used to line food and beverage cans to p...Clearly Contacts Forms Strategic Marketing Alliance with Stockhouse
...use.com receives a free, high value marketing tool to attract new subscribers to its online services and Clearly Contacts gains access and exposure to eyeglass and contact lens wearers that fits neatly into their demographic model. "If this alliance with Stockhouse works as well as we anticipate, we...Ophthonix Completes Series AA Financing at $25.9 Million
...rst-ever vision correction technology that addresses the problems associated with the unique variations in each person's eyes, allowing for customized eyeglass lenses. For more information, visit www.izonlens.com or contact media@ophthonix.com " target="_new"> media@ophthonix.com , (760) 842-5600. ...Free Bilingual Eye Exam Guide Now Available to Eyecare Professionals
... could mean to the patient's eye health. "As an Hispanic and also an eyeglass wearer, visiting a doctor can be stressful and confusing when it is not con...rials and brand names. Transitions(R) lenses are as clear as regular eyeglass lenses until dangerous UV rays are present. Then, the brighter the sun, th...Austin County Eye Expands Sealy Eye Clinic Office
...h as Oakley, Marchon, and Safilo, On Site Optical offers a range of quality eyewear, prescription safety glasses, contact lenses, colored contacts and eyeglass frames.. The optical department headed by John Orlowsky, O.B.C., prides itself on taking the time with patients to get just the right fit, look and m...Davis Vision, Inc. Names Michael Ehrle Divisional Vice President of Sales
...cited to be a part of this process," said Ehrle. "Davis Vision connects the many different variables of the vision industry, such as store ownership, eyeglass frames, outside provider relationships, lens manufacturing and distribution. And, this allows our company to offer a lower total out-of-pocket cost t...Even in Poor Economy, Consumers Urged to Prioritize Health Care
... and must be used by the end of the year or the funds are forfeited. "A regular eye exam is the best way to keep your eyes healthy and your eyeglass prescription current," reminds Greene. "Many times an eye doctor can see things you can't." For more information about maintaining healthy vi...Compounds in plastic packaging act as environmental estrogens altering breast genes
...elopment." BPA (bisphenol A) is a synthetic resin used in food packaging, dental sealants and polycarbonate plastic products, which range from CDs and eyeglass lenses to tableware and food and beverage containers, including baby bottles. BBP (n-butyl benzyl phthalate) is a widely used plasticizer used in food...Hoya Announces Second Quarter and First Half Financial Results for FY2008
...iroshi Hamada, chief operating officer of HOYA. "The market will continue to be weak, however, we will promote expansion of our growth areas including eyeglass business, endoscopic system and contact lens retail business." The full quarterly report is available in "Financial Statement" page in HOYA website ...Solar power game-changer: 'Near perfect' absorption of sunlight, from all angles
... are designed to absorb light i.e., be antireflective and transmit light i.e., allow the light to pass through it from a specific range of angles. eyeglass lenses, for example, will absorb and transmit quite a bit of light from a light source directly in front of them, but those same lenses would absorb a...