TITANflex introduces new models to its men’s ophthalmic collection designed for the contemporary man. The ‘Select’ sub collection is synonymous with its high-tech TitanFlex design, contemporary styling and increased stability and stress resistance. The stylish man will gravitate to the 827010, a modern take on a classic shape, with an acetate top bar and laser cut temples.
TITANflex is distributed by Tura: www.tura.com
Hoya Corporation announced financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2015.
During the quarter, the Group revenues totaled 1 30,165 million yen, increasing by 7.4% from the
same period last year.
In the Life Care segment, sales in the eyeglass lens business expanded in overseas markets. The
contact lens retail business reported a major increase compared to the same quarter last year when
sales significantly declined following the increase in Japan’s consumption tax. Sales of medical
endoscopes weakened, however, thanks to the ongoing recovery sales in the intraocular lens
business for cataract surgery, overall sales in the medical related products business were strong.
For the six months ended September 30, 2015, revenues totaled 256,403 million yen, increasing by
9.4% year-on-year. Pre-tax profit posted 64,759 million yen and profit for the term was 50,790
million yen, both the best first-half profit total in the company’s history.
Full report available at www.hoya.com
The legendary Bon Scott, frontman of AC/DC in the 70s, had a huge impact on Rock Music, and not only because of his atypical voice and his tight pants. The sunglass model Scott, created by Vinyl Factory as a tribute to the late singer, shouldn’t remain unnoticed either.
Distributed by Optiman Group: www.optimaninc.com
Issue 28 of Contact Lens Update, published by the Centre for Contact Lens Research (CCLR), University of Waterloo, features a “chemical nose” for detecting ocular pathogens using gold nanostars. Debarun Dutta of the University of New South Wales reviews a simple and inexpensive technique to visually detect contamination in contact lens cases using gold nanoparticles, which can be tuned to change colour when bacteria are detected.
Dr. Dutta also shares insights from the Annual Meeting of The Association for Research in Vision and Opthalmology (ARVO) regarding antimicrobial peptides.
Included in this issue is a new patient handout on cleaning instructions for contact lens wearers.
Visit Contact Lens Update online.
IRIS The Visual Group, one of the most respected eye care companies in North America, is excited to announce the acquisition of two new locations in Sherbrooke and Rock Forest, QC.
“I am particularly proud of the acquisition of Dr. Poulin’s two optometry clinics in Sherbrooke and Rock Forest. IRIS will continue its expansion in Quebec and across Canada looking for eye care professionals of the same caliber as Dr. Poulin and his team, who like us, want Canadians to Experience Better Vision” – Dr. Michael Chaiken, Vice-President, Business Development & Regulatory Affairs.
These locations, previously known under the brand Espace Vue will begin operating as IRIS as of this month. With this new acquisition, we are also pleased to welcome optometrists; Dr. Éric Poulin, (Optometrist & owner of L’Espace Vue) and Dr. Manon Lavergne to the IRIS Network.
SILMO Paris has appointed Brussels-based designer Joachim Froment as president of the jury for the SILMO d’Or 2026.
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Learn More Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, bringing one of the best-known U.S. pediatric frame brands to Canadian eye care professionals.
Read More AYA Optical introduces Horizon, a contemporary geometric optical frame crafted from lightweight stainless steel and featuring original commissioned artwork by Ojibwe artist Donald Chrétien.
Read More Demi + Dash eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, offering pediatric frames designed for style-conscious kids and tweens.
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SILMO Paris has appointed Brussels-based designer Joachim Froment as president of the jury for the SILMO d’Or 2026.
Learn More Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, bringing one of the best-known U.S. pediatric frame brands to Canadian eye care professionals.
Read more AYA Optical introduces Horizon, a contemporary geometric optical frame crafted from lightweight stainless steel and featuring original commissioned artwork by Ojibwe artist Donald Chrétien.
Read more Demi + Dash eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, offering pediatric frames designed for style-conscious kids and tweens.
Read more The Vision Council Foundation, AccuWeather and The Skin Cancer Foundation have joined forces on a National Sunglasses Day 2026 campaign promoting daily UV protection for eyes and skin.
Read more SILMO Paris has appointed Brussels-based designer Joachim Froment as president of the jury for the SILMO d’Or 2026.
Learn More Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, bringing one of the best-known U.S. pediatric frame brands to Canadian eye care professionals.
Read more AYA Optical introduces Horizon, a contemporary geometric optical frame crafted from lightweight stainless steel and featuring original commissioned artwork by Ojibwe artist Donald Chrétien.
Read more Demi + Dash eyewear is now available in Canada through Centennial Optical, offering pediatric frames designed for style-conscious kids and tweens.
Read more The Vision Council Foundation, AccuWeather and The Skin Cancer Foundation have joined forces on a National Sunglasses Day 2026 campaign promoting daily UV protection for eyes and skin.
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