OKIA Optical was awarded for its green consciousness: the company won the Special Recognition for Outstanding Sustainability Initiative(Environmental Dimension) of the Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2020/21 organized by The Hong Kong Management Association.
Jacky Lam, Managing Director at OKIA
“This year is particularly important for us as after
years of efforts put in increasing our company’s sustainability, our hard works
were finally seen in the various awards we won. After years in the eyewear
industry, we have built a reliable reputation which further demonstrates our
ability to anticipate the trends and our deep commitment to offering products
that respect the environment.” says
Jacky Lam, Managing Director at OKIA.
OKIA’s
sustainability projects first kicked off in 2018 and the company continues its
sustainability journey by developing upcycled products and green materials.
Transitions
Optical unveiled Transitions® XTRActive®new generation lenses, the latest innovation from Transitions Optical, which
will offer the best extra darkness and the best
light protection in the clear to dark photochromic category. Transitions
XTRActive new generation includes features that enhance the wearer’s life
in all settings.
Offering the
best extra darkness in the clear to dark photochromic category, Transitions XTRActive new generation
lenses are the darkest photochromic lenses in hot temperatures and the only photochromic
lenses achieving category 3 levels of darkness at 35 degrees Celsius[i].
In addition, Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses are the only photochromic lens achieving category 2 levels of darkness in the car[ii], offering maximum darkness at 23 degrees Celsius
with no driving restriction[iii]. The technology also offers the best harmful blue light protection across
more light situations[iv],
including the best blue light protection indoors[v].
As with all Transitions lens technologies, they block 100% of UVA and
UVB.
Compared to
the Transitions XTRActive lenses on
the market today, this new generation is darker overall[vi],
darker in hot temperatures and in the car, and up to 35% faster to fade back[vii].
These advances are possible thanks to the new nano-composite matrix technology
combined with new, extra powerful broad spectrum dyes which activate in both
the UV and visible light spectrum.
“People are
experiencing increased symptoms of eye strain and discomfort whether inside
from screens or outdoors, and Transitions
XTRActive lenses were designed with this issue in mind. In fact, three out of ten eyeglass wearers
are very light sensitiveiv” said Brian O’Neil, Ph.D., global vice
president, Innovation, Technology & Operations, Transitions Optical. “Wearers
of Transitions Optical technology want flexibility between indoors, outdoors
and driving to be better protected at all times. The new generation of Transitions
XTRActive provides light protection regardless of the situation.”
Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses
will be available in the U.S. and Canada in the third quarter of 2021 in grey,
brown, graphite green and in five style mirrors in Canada. Additional details
on the timing of availability across materials and designs will be provided by
the lens manufacturer partners of Transitions Optical. Availability in other
markets will be announced at a later date.
In addition to this new generation,
Transitions Optical began the rolling launch of Transitions®
XTRActive® Polarized™ in the US and Canada in January
2021. Both products provide extra protection for eyeglass wearers who are frequently
in intense light situations or who are very light sensitive. Transitions XTRActive Polarized is an
extension of the Transitions XTRActive
range bringing the additional benefits of polarization to the extra dark
photochromic category, while Transitions
XTRActive new generation lenses offer the best extra darkness[viii].
Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses are designed for patients who want extra
protection in high-glare situations. The unique polarization technology reduces
glare outdoors, providing sharper vision, a larger field of view and bright,
vivid colours.
Eyecare professionals (ECPs) will be able to learn more about the benefits Transitions XTRActivenew generation and Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses on a new virtual learning platform that will be available in April 2021.
[i] In the clear to
dark photochromic category. Tests across polycarbonate and 1.5 grey lenses at
35°C achieving <18%T using Transitions Optical’s standard testing method.
[ii] Clear to dark photochromic
category. Polycarbonate and 1.5 grey lenses tested at 23°C behind the
windshield achieving between 18%T and 43%T.
[iii] Clear to dark
photochromic category. Tested on grey lenses across materials at 23°C outdoors
achieving >8%T (Category 3 Darkness Levels) using Transitions Optical’s
standard testing method.
[iv] Protection from harmful blue light (380nm-460nm) across the following
light situations: indoors at 23°C, behind the windshield and outdoors at 23°C,
among polycarbonate
and 1.5 grey lenses in the clear to dark photochromic
category.
[v] From harmful blue light (380nm-460nm) at 23°C among polycarbonate and
1.5 grey lenses in the clear to dark photochromic category.
iv Transitions Optical, Quality of Vision and Vision
Experience Test in Controlled Lab Situations (Lab Wearer Testing), U.S.,
Eurosyn, Q4 2019, N=135.
[vi] Compared to the previous generation, across
materials tested on grey lenses at 23°C and 35°C.
[vii] Compared to the
previous generation, across materials tested on grey lenses fading back to 70%
transmission at 23°C.
[viii] In hot temperatures
and in the car in the clear to dark photochromic category. Tests across polycarbonate and 1.5 grey
lenses at 23°C and 35°C using Transitions Optical’s standard testing method.
Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) announces Sharyn Gallatin
as the new Director of Development, North America, and the retirement of Eric
Anderson, Director of Donor Engagement, North America.
Sharyn Gallatin has over 20 years of fundraising
experience, as both a volunteer solicitor and when she moved to the
professional side of philanthropy where she assumed the role of Chief
Development Officer for the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. Most
recently, Sharyn was the Director of Foundations and Endowment for the Boys
& Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan.
In addition to her work in non-profit development,
Sharyn has over 20 years of experience as an estate planning attorney, which is
instrumental in planned giving and vital to the long-term sustainability of the
organization.
Eric Anderson was with OGS for seven and a half years
and came with a wealth of fundraising experience, mostly in higher education.
He has been a driving force in securing support from the optometric community
to meet the OGS mission. Eric states: “It has been my privilege and joy to get
to know the optical industry and to make friends with the many donors to this
great cause. I strongly encourage optical companies, their leaders and
employees, optometrists and other ECPs who have not supported OGS to do so, to
give back, to give sight and hope to those around the world who literally need
our help to see.”
Anne Marie Hand, Executive Director, North America at
Optometry Giving Sight stated “I want to welcome Sharyn and greatly look
forward to working with her and taking OGS to the next level! I also want to
thank Eric for his years of service and for the brief time he served as Interim
Executive Director.”
True to its Swedish roots, the new Skaga eyewear collection features a mix of acetate, metal and titanium styles, all thoughtfully constructed to incorporate modern design attributes. The new optical collection features sleek, timeless frames with updated design details that meet the distinct functionality the brand is known for. For the first time, Skaga introduces styles made from at least 45% bio-based cellulose acetate.
The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has appointed Alex Hui, OD, PhD, FAAO, as head of Biosciences. Dr. Hui is currently a senior lecturer at the School of Optometry and Vision Science at UNSW Sydney. He will soon relocate to CORE’s facility in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
“Dr. Hui is a very well-respected educator,
optometrist, and researcher with the exact skill-set and background to serve as
our Biosciences head. His outstanding knowledge of the ocular surface, combined
with his extensive lecturing on ocular therapeutic drugs and a PhD in ocular
drug delivery, aligns with our ongoing initiatives and mission. We are
absolutely delighted to bring Alex back to Waterloo and are excited to have him
lead the CORE Biosciences platform,” said Lyndon Jones, PhD, DSc, FCOptom,
FAAO, CORE’s director.
Alex Hui, OD, PhD, FAAO
Before joining UNSW in 2015, Dr. Hui completed his
optometry training and PhD at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry
& Vision Science and CORE. He is an author on more than 30 peer reviewed
and non-peer reviewed publications and has been an invited speaker at
conferences worldwide. In addition to drug delivery systems, his research has
been focused on ocular therapeutics, myopia control, and contact lenses. Dr.
Hui is also an associate editor for Clinical
and Experimental Optometry.
“CORE has continued to build an international
reputation for high quality research, which I’ve admired during my seven years
in Australia,” said Dr. Hui. “It’s been a privilege to spend time with everyone
at UNSW, and I’m excited about this new opportunity to work with a fantastic
group of researchers and personnel back in Canada.”
CORE’s current Head of Biosciences Dr. William Ngo has
been appointed as an assistant professor at the University of Waterloo’s School
of Optometry & Vision Science, reflecting his ever-growing contributions to
the field. He will continue to collaborate with CORE and its research team in
his chosen area of ocular surface disease.
The Fitson F1593 brings modern feminine elegance to everyday eyewear with soft pink colouring, Turtle Blue temple accents and an effortlessly versatile design.
Eschenbach launches the magno DIGITAL, a compact 5-inch video magnifier offering 3–48x magnification and customizable features for low vision patients.
The Fitson F1593 brings modern feminine elegance to everyday eyewear with soft pink colouring, Turtle Blue temple accents and an effortlessly versatile design.
Eschenbach launches the magno DIGITAL, a compact 5-inch video magnifier offering 3–48x magnification and customizable features for low vision patients.
The Fitson F1593 brings modern feminine elegance to everyday eyewear with soft pink colouring, Turtle Blue temple accents and an effortlessly versatile design.
Eschenbach launches the magno DIGITAL, a compact 5-inch video magnifier offering 3–48x magnification and customizable features for low vision patients.
The Fitson F1593 brings modern feminine elegance to everyday eyewear with soft pink colouring, Turtle Blue temple accents and an effortlessly versatile design.
Eschenbach launches the magno DIGITAL, a compact 5-inch video magnifier offering 3–48x magnification and customizable features for low vision patients.
