Optical Prism March 2014 Vol. 31 No. 8

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contents In Our Next Issue: Volume 31 | Number 8 | March 2014 k Behind The Scenes of Vision Expo East k Exciting New Sports Looks k Sophisticated SunwearOn The Cover14 Sensational Sunwear by Kelly Waterhouse24 Lens Technology by Sarah McGoldrick32 New Contacts by Kelly Waterhouse40 Radiant Orchid: Pantone Colour of the YearSpecial Features22 Get Your Game On with Adidas37 Q&A with Paul Faibish of Plastic Plus38 A Look Back At Transitions AcademyDepartments 42 Glimpses6 From the Editor Hoya Appoints New President, Silhouette Founder Passes Away, Centennial Loses Long-Time Sales Rep and More News8 Vision and Voice 46 Events Calendar12 Preview 47 Classifieds 48 Frame By Frame Techno inspired Kaos, Putting the FUN in Funky, Alternative Eyewear Making Headlines, Beautiful Eyewear in Burlington Concept Eyewear Blooms OPTICAL PRISM | MARCH 2014 3

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from the editor Spring Into Eyewear Fashion and Technology I always find this time of year to be very exciting in the eyewear industry. New product launches are happening and it’s a chance to catch up with colleagues and partners at various industry events. As we share our March Issue with you, the pace of the industry continues to move at lightening speed with new and innovative lens technology on the horizon. One of the biggest announcements this month is the launch of Transitions Signature VII. This is the latest offering from the Transitions family of brands. In this issue you will see how this technology is changing the way people see from sunlight to darkness. We also share the latest in diagnostic technology to help you better fit your clients with sight improving lenses. See how the touch of an iPad can help someone see better with a more accurate prescription. For those who have ever wondered where the lenses you sell come from, we talk to the President of Plastic Plus and learn about why a ‘Made In Canada’ lens is the perfect choice for eyecare providers. If you love being outdoors, we have brought together an exciting collection of performance and fashionable sunwear. We have consulted with experts from across the eyewear industry to put together a selection of pieces that address the needs of your clients. Will you be at Vision Expo East this month? Stop by our Facebook page or tweet us to let us know where you will be. We’d love to stop by your booth and see what exciting new technology and designs you have for 2014. Just search Optical Prism Magazine on your favourite social media page and connect with us. Sarah McGoldrick Editor [email protected] OPTICAL PRISM | MARCH 2014

Introducing a superior way to see the world.Signature™ VII 8 out of 10 clear lens wearers prefer Transitions® SignatureTM VII lenses to their clear lenses. Transitions Signature VII lenses are now available.Chromea7™ breakthrough technology makes these new lenses more responsive to UV in all real-life conditions. It’s clearly a difference your patients will love. Visit TransitionsSignature.com for more info and order your point-of-sales materials now at TransitionsRewards.caTransitions and the swirl are registered trademarks and Chromea7 and Transitions Signature are trademarks of Transitions Optical, Inc. ©2014 Transitions Optical, Inc. Photochromic performance is influenced by temperature, UV exposure and lens material.

VISION AND VOICEspringWhat doesmean for your business in 2014?“We usually use the Spring season as a launching platform for something new, From Our Readerssomething fresh….. each spring we either launch a new collection or launcha new image campaign for one of our existing collections. In Spring 2014 we In response to our January/will be releasing our 5th image campaign for FYSH UK.” February issue Michael Suliteanu, President, WestGroupe Twitter: “My photo made the cover of this“We are also launching our Spark measuring device. This is an iPad based month’s @OpticalPrism magazine” measuring system. Unlike others on the market, this device needs only one Michael Hurcomb @michaelhurcombphoto of the customer, and it also takes a photo of the patient and the framewithout the inconvenience of having to add a “gig” trial frame on top of the “Great piece! RT @OpticalPrism:customers frame. The measurements that Spark can take are: PD, Wrap, Tilt Check out what’s gold in sportsand Vertex distance. Also it gives seg height and all frame measurements. The eyewear in 2014” @WestGroupeunit attaches easily to an iPad, and it is very simple to use and very accurateand consistent.” “@OpticalPrism Great issue! LoveMartin Bell, National Sales and Marketing Manager, Shamir Canada Inc the cover shot ;)” Alternative Eyewear @AltEyesPlanB“This Spring promises to be an exciting one for Transitions Optical. Ofcourse, we’ll be focused on continuing to educate ECPs and consumers “Thanks @OpticalPrism for thealike on our new Transitions(R) Signature(TM) VII lenses. Additionally, mention about the new VX 35”we’ll be continuing to engage consumers through our Official Sponsor ofSightseeing(TM) program, creating compelling experiential opportunities Visionix Briot _Visionix ‪Briot_USA‬that highlight the benefits of our adaptive lenses.”    Brian Hauser, General Manager, U.S. and Canada, Transitions Optical“Whether you’re thinking spring fresh or spring clean, Ronor has gotyou covered! Rediscover fresh with Humphrey’s. Trendy, colourful anddistinctive, Humphrey’s highly individual styles are designed for young, coolwinners who want to stand out. Let yourself be inspired by its “positivelydifferent” look and indulge your senses in bright new exciting colours andpatterns!” Jenny Tzelardonis, Ronor, Sales Force Director8 OPTICAL PRISM | MARCH 2014

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preview Plug-in Kaos withTechno-game-inspiredframes from Opti 2014Kaos, the eyewear brand by Area98 square lines in an original game of enhance the unique style of anyonededicated to creative spirits under contrasting bicolor effects. wearing this eyewear. For more30, continues its innovation-filled information visit www.area98.it.journey. Techno-game is the theme Area98’s research lead to theof the new collection, a tribute to discover of cutting edge technical OGI Eyewearthe last generations of the twentieth solutions, such as the application puts the FUN incentury who made video gaming of a layer of acetate over another to FUNKY 5300part of their life. give to the top of the frame more relevance in some of the models, Ogi Eyewear unites innovation and The result is a series of unique or create a high-relief effect by creativity together in a harmony offrames, with a strong and well- etching the multilayer acetate in a color with the 5300. Unlike anythingdefined personality thanks to way reminiscent of the iconic PAC- on the market, this exquisite, funkycombinations of unpredictable MAN and Space Invaders pixels. cat eye frame features a thin,materials and original colors. As lightweight titanium rim to give italways, details are the distinguishing Kaos playful and irreverent flexible structure and acetate wingstraits of this eyewear, such as the personality shows itself in a to give it sass.small elements in colored acetate collection that breaks every rule toapplied on the temples in a way Made of mixed materialsreminiscent of Tetris, or the thin including titanium and multifacetedsheets that intertwine and intersect acetate, this frame comes in a varietyeach other within the plastic, of bold graffiti colors includinggiving life to miniscule patterns blue, pink, aqua and brown. Fromreminiscent of a microchip. Color the patterned-splashed wings of theremains the absolute protagonist cat eye to the subtle coining ridgeof this collection, available in all its found on the eye wire, the 5300 isfluorescent versions: vibrant and sure to be a show-stopper. In boldpresent on temples and front with painterly jewel tones, there is a color to match every mood. It’s a dare to express ones self without saying a word. Celebrate individuality and12 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

make a unique statement with the5300. For more information visitwww.ogieyewear.com. Headlines by Alternative Eyewear Inc. are making newsHeadlines add two new modern a mottled purple, dark burgundy and design featuring unique details andmen’s looks for 2014. These two new a classic brown. A thick cut temple beautiful colour combinations suchcombination frames, the Headlines and a masculine front balance as brown with fuchsia and green,248 and 249, use stunning masculine out these unusual colour options, or shades of blue with white, eachstyling to create something sleek, creating something truly special. frame design having a selection ofrefined and eye catching. For more details visit Alternative / colour combination options. Plan B Eyewear.com. The 248 feature a high-quality The V.Design assertiveacetate front with beautiful colour Concept Eyewear blooms upscale ophthalmic frames areapplication, including marbled with new V. Design Models unique, colorful and extravagant,brown, deep navy blue and a classic, corresponding to the wearer’sshiny black. These fronts meet Concept Eyewear Inc. presents the individuality and personality. Thefinely designed temples that include release of several new models within styles combine unexpected uniquestunning metal work. Thin layers the V.Design eyewear collection shapes and architectural templeof metal are applied delicately on that offer an unexpected, fresh details with bright fun colors.top of each other create a senseof dimension and the playful VDesign 5692 has multi-movement between matte and shine. dimensional, layered temple details, flowing lines inspired by flower The 249 take a sleeker, more blooms. VDesign 5699 brings afamiliar approach, but with a thicker unique and bold temple design withbridge and laser cuts outs between laser-cut details, and is inspired bythe temples and front. The unusual shooting stars. VDesign 5690 isreally starts with the temples which masculine and architectural, withfeature amongst their colour options three-dimensional laser-cut details. Concept Eyewear Inc. is an ophthalmic frame importer and distributor located in Parksville, BC. The company is focused on offering quality innovative European designs to the Canadian eyewear market. For more information visit www. concepteyewear.ca. O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 13

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Evatik 1045 energy visible blue light, increasing from WestGroupe contrast and visual comfort,” Gravel said.In 2014, the sky is the limit to what consumers can expect Beverly Suliteanu, Vice Presidentin quality sunglasses. of Product Development forA mong the many WestGroupe sees two big trends in fashionable choices this the visual quality with either Nikon her product lines this year, beginning season are Sunlens which Sunstyle tints or polarized options,” with Evatik mens sunwear collection offer both single vision Gravel said. for prescription sunglasses. Staying on trend, Nikon plans “The Evatik mens sunwear collection is designed specifically toand digital progressive lenses available to continue with the success of their meet the needs of RXable sunwear. The sun collection has the samein polarized, UV400, anti-glare. Blue Light Control Technology. high quality and fashionable styling of the Evatik eyewear collection and“For the high season Nikon “We believe that polarized each model is designed with a six base curve to ensure easy fitting of allwill be launching a new Sunlens lenses with anti-glare is the best prescriptions,” Suliteanu said. “Even though most consumers will replacepackage,” said Chantal Gravel, combination for the consumer as it the existing plano sun lenses with a prescription sun lenses, all Evatik SunProduct Marketing Manager for offers a complete glare protection and come with high quality cr-39 lenses with an A/R backcoat.  There is alsoNikon Optical Canada. “One of the best visual comfort. As a matter of a polarized lens option within each style.”Nikon’s assets is that we have a wide fact, Nikon’s multi-layered treatment Suliteanu says WestGroupe isrange of our products available on SeeCoat Blue becomes a true benefit also focused on educating customers on the merits of Spy Happy Lens, avarious base curve options to match as its proprietary Blue Light Control bold angle in sunglass lens technology.frame styles without compromising Technology filters the bother high “With all the new models and coatings offered in the SpySpy Frazier collection this year, we are sure to seefrom WestGroupe tremendous growth with this brand,” Suliteanu said.  “In addition to making you feel good by letting in the “good” rays, the Happy Lens provides superior color and contrast enhancements. The lenses are impact and scratch resistant and are fantastic for those that love sport and style. This year, many of the Happy Lenses include Spectra coating which reflects strong light and glare,” Suliteanu explains. O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 15

Oakley is making sure their brand Clients are lookingextends to the needs of consumers for high performancewho want their signature styles, eyewear to fit theirbut require a higher prescription for active lifestyleshigh-wrap sunglasses. This Januarythe company announced the Oakley want with a minimum 120 degree of optical physicsTrue Digital Edge, available with binocular field of view, eliminating He insists this is good news forOakley Authentic Prescription the peripheral distortion that canLenses. result when prescriptions are applied ECPs, allowing them to offer a better to high-wrap lenses, a common aspect range of products for prescription “Oakley’s proprietary process needs.begins by reformulating theprescription using Oakley TrueDigital (OTD) technology,” saidRyan Joergensen, Product Managerfor Oakley Sun and Goggle. “Thisoptimizes clarity and accuracy ofvision from the center of the lens tothe edge, even for our most extreme-wrap sunglasses. Oakley Thin-Zoneprocesses follow, and we’re able tothin the lens edge by as much as 40per cent to enhance aesthetics, safetyand comfort of vision. The finishingstage entails a frost treatment to blockany visual noise or distortion.” Oakley True Digital Edgeincreases the prescription range up to+4.00 and up to -6.00, giving patientsthe clarity they need and the style they

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Today’s lens technology has made sunglasses much more than a fashion statement. Serengeti Isola – 7939 Serengeti Verdi – 7935 Available to optical retailers Serengeti Canada will introduce “Spectral control works like a with labs or lab partners. their attractive new Serengeti Signature visual equalizer which selectively collection. Rene Gerber, Marketing manages light waves so haze and shadowclip.com Manager for Serengeti Canada, believes glare is diminished and contrast 1-844-232-2020 if customers are purchasing expensive is enhanced. This eliminates blue sunglasses, they need to ensure they light, which also causes eye fatigue [email protected] are buying premium frames and lenses and your vision is sharper and with the latest lens technology. crisper showing only true colours,” New Product! Gerber explains. “Photochromic “Serengeti continues to promote technology is engineered into everySee us at Vision Expo East NYC the Polar PHD lens which offers Serengeti sunglass so the wearer can stunning visual acuity and the utmost be assured of the optimal amount of UVA/UVB protection but are light at all times thus eliminating lightweight and very comfortable,” eyestrain.” Gerber said. “Serengeti now has ultra-light glass lenses, so you can The bottom line is, today’s lens still get that unparalleled view but technology have made sunglasses without the weight of glass.” more than just a fashion statement. With leading edge technology and Gerber points to two features that uncompromising quality, sunglasses add to the optical acuity of this brand: are an investment in eye health. Spectral control and photochromic And the future looks bright in the technology, an innovation Serengeti pioneered. Canadian eyewear market. • 18 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

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Ann TaylorCHICSOThPeHPTeIrfSeIcTMt LIoCEokALTEESDSChic. Sophisticated. Timeless. This is the face of AnnTaylor, available through Centennial. This unique eyewearcollection offers rich tones, classic detailing and sophisticatedpatterns. Director of Product Development Linda Mulford-Humshares the inside scoop on what makes Ann Taylor the perfect lookfor the stylish woman.THE LOOK—The Ann Taylor brand has targeted Canada as theirnext big market for retail expansion.  We are proud to offer thisgreat brand to Canadians who will soon see Ann Taylor and LOFTstores in their neighbourhood.THE STYLE—Women who know and love Ann Taylor willrecognize the same elements in the eyewear from tasteful wearabledesign, to on- trend colours and patternsTHE DETAILS—All the Ann Taylor pieces are made of highquality metals and handmade plastics.  Casted end pieces give atouch of elegance to modern retro shapes. THE LEGACY—We have been in the business of sourcing forCanadians for over 45 years so I guess that makes us somewhatexperts at knowing what most Canadians will wear. Our goal isto provide them with right styled, right priced, quality brandsthey can be proud to wear. As well as of promoting “homegrown” brands we look at adding only the brands that meet ourstandards that will appeal to the Canadian aesthetic.THE FUTURE—We are excited to announce that we will soonbe launching Sperry Top Sider a brand listed in the top 10“brand rising list” with young millennials. • advertorial20 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

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RXO G Ois good toA dvancing to the finish we know the population is aging in design and the adidas eyewear LST line just got a whole lot Canada. ” technology working together in the clearer for athletes with adidas frames,” said Martin Bell, prescription eyewear Developed with athletes in mind, National Sales Manager for Shamirneeds. The visionary partnership of the RXO features direct inframe Canada.Shamir and adidas eyewear (the sports glazing that offers a wider field ofdivision of Silhouette International) view than adapter lenses. Using a Bell knows that eye carehas leveled the playing field. revolutionary system of cutting and professionals have been leary shaping lenses, Shamir has developed of recommending wrap-around That’s what happens when the ability to ensure maximum sunglasses for their patients, becausedesigners bring together Shamir, versatility and accuracy for cutting of the side-effects of visual distortiona world leader in the development of and finishing the lens, ensuring an and dizziness that occur with moreoptical solutions for sports lenses, and accurate fit for a series of adidas basic lenses. He insists that RXO is apair it with adidas eyewear, an iconic eyewear sports frames. proven solution for most prescriptionsports eyewear brand with leading- sunglass wearers that offers them aedge Light Stabilizing Technology When teamed up with the adidas full peripheral field of vision with(LST). The end result is the RXO eyewear LST technology, a high dramatically reduced distortions.system—an innovative solution, quality filter that eliminates visualmounted on a highly technical distractions by enhancing contrasts The RXO system has beenwraparound frame, compatible with and reducing colour distortion and adapted for specific sports, from golfmost prescriptions for single vision or eye fatigue, the RXO cuts down visual and running to cycling. Athletes canprogressive prescription requirements. distractions and offers athletes a clear choose from the wide selection of perception of their surroundings. adidas eyewear sunglass sports frames “Thanks to the Shamir Attitude Benefits include improved reaction to meet their specifc performanceSeries, the adidas eyewear LST times, increased concentration, needs and be guaranteed of a visualtechnology is now being offered in the reduced possibility for injury and field without compromise.market for patients with prescription better risk-assessment.needs,” said Marine Chevanne, Public For athletes looking for optimumRelations Coordinator of adidas “Optometrists and opticians can vision with a competitive edge, theeyewear at COS. “Providing this great dispense wrap-around sunglasses RXO is good to go with a clear viewnew line to our ECPs is important as with confidence when they use the from the starting line to the finish RXO lenses, because of the Attitude line. •22 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

a165 Sadivista Shamir Attitude™ series have been designed specifically for wraparound frames. With the wide selection of sport frames adidas offers, patients can now choose from a variety of sunwear to accommodate progressive or single vision solutions.a405 Sraylor O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 23

LensRightFinding the by Sarah McGoldrick

A ll eyes are on the hottest constantly looking for new ways to person’s individual needs. new lens technology as make dealing with the influence of The Maid2Measure Dispensing 2014 marks the release light less challenging for people who of several exciting new wear glasses. Assistant by Montreal based company products. Optikam has made it easier for Leading the way is the highly “Our goal is to ensure we offer eyecare providers (ECPs) to makeanticipated Signature VII from the products that match the needs more accurate prescriptions.Transitions featuring Chromea7 and desires of consumers, so wetechnology. will continue to invest research to Opticians are still using the same uncover unmet needs,” he said. “We basic tools that have been on the The lenses are designed to are constantly looking beyond clearer, market for more than two decades suchreact faster to changes in light and darker, faster to the next technology as a Sharpie pen, ruler, pupillometer,provide wearers with a better visual breakthrough that will change the mirror and static brochures.experience. industry.” “The Maid2Measure technology “We know that a patient’s needs Diagnostics allows patients to better understandvary and that they want to have Helping patients find the right lenses the products that are being presentedchoices. One size does not fit all so can often be the most difficult part to them and allows opticians towe continue to focus on the family of of creating a pair of glasses. Though capture all the measurements neededproducts,” said Senior Development there are many tools available, it isn’t to order the personalized lenses usingEngineer Mickey Matson. always easy to get the exact lens for a one single frontal image,” said Bassem El-Hajal, Vice President of Sales for The Chromea7 Technology Optikam.offers an exclusive dye formulationthat allows lenses to be more Diagnostic toolsresponsive in a variety of lighting are becomingconditions. even more user friendly with The colour hues are also the simplemore aesthetically pleasing than its touch of apredecessor the Transitions VI. The fingergrey is a more neutral hue, offeringtrue-to-life colour, while the brownfilters out more of the blue-indigo-violet colour which is found inscattered light. It also helps better perceivereds and greens through enhancedcontrast. Matson says the research anddevelopment team at Transitions isTransitionsSignature VIIfeaturingChromea 7technologyreact in a moreresponsive wayto UV light O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 25

He noted Maid2Measure is have embraced electronic centration ECP to use manual tools to capturea Canadian innovation that helps solutions for more than 10 all of those measurements,” he said.Canadian patients understand the years.  Now more than 60 per cent “The Maid2Measure technologybenefit of the new lenses available on of offices use an electronic centration captures all the measurements neededthe market. solution in their dispensary.  This to order any type of lens on the market trend is arriving quickly in North using one single frontal image.  It is Maid2Measure captures the America. Offices that embrace this also a great troubleshooting tool formonocular PDs based on the way the technology and inform their patients the optician as profiles can be savedframes are fitted on the patient’s face. that they can offer them a unique on the iPad to be viewed at a laterIt gives the optician an opportunity to experience with this technology, will date.”explain the importance of fitting the benefit from a huge competitive edge.frames prior to ordering their lenses, The Maid2Measure is the onlyas monocular PDs could change “Given that lenses are becoming product on the market that capturesfrom one frame to another, which is more and more personalized and all the eyewear measurements usingnot the cause of the monocular PD require more measurements than just one single frontal image.  It is alsomeasurements using a pupillometer. pupillary distance and seg heights, it the only product that is designed in is becoming more challenging for the Canada. He added in Europe, ECPsVarilux® S seriesMore than one million presbyopes worldwide now wear Varilux S series lenses and See Better, See Wider and SeeFaster. They can enjoy those benefits because of the 3 breakthrough technologies at the heart of the Varilux Sseries, which are protected by 13 patents. Nanoptix completely reengineers the lens structure and the way the design is calculated. The lens is nolonger viewed just as a front and back surface. Instead, Nanoptix divides the lens into many optical elements.Each optical element is optimized in both base curve and power to stabilize the beam deviation. The result: aprogressive lens that virtually eliminates swim effect, and offers unmatched stability of vision in motion. Thewearer will feel better during daily activities. The 2nd revolution is based on lens design and is called SynchronEyes. This technology takes into account the physiological differences between the 2 eyes to calculate the lenses as a pair, as a visual system. This technology provides wide angle vision and edge to edge clarity. The wearer’s eyes work better together. Last but not least, a revolution in personalization: 4D Technology. Just as we are left or right handed, we have a leading dominant eye. By respecting the dominant eye leading role, 4D Technologyoffers faster visual reaction time, allowing the wearer to experience reflex vision. The wearer’s eyes focus faster. While essential to providing the most advanced personalized progressive lenses, Essilor’s Visioffice®, theleading technology in its field, also enhances every consumer’s in-store/in office experience, whatever type oflenses they require. Quick and precise measurements, personalized lens simulations, product demonstrations anda frame selection interface make the Visioffice a highly practical tool throughout the dispensing process.26 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

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A Different View Many people who wear glasses often find the level of clarity to be just short of perfect. This can create eye strain and make wearing glasses even more difficult. Shamir Canada has developed a balanced progressive lens holistically adapted to the patient’s prescription. The result is a clear and comfortable visual experience. “Like all of our lenses, Autograph III is a full back-side freeform lens.  The power range is very wide, with cylinder available up to -9.00 (this is quite rare) and the material choice in transitions and polarized is very deep, quite unique in the market,” said Martin Bell, National Sales and Marketing Manager for Shamir Canada. He notes the lens creates an image size that is closer to natural size, and is well balanced between plus and minus prescriptions. He says plus lenses will often give the wearer a magnified image but with a smaller field of view than with uncorrected eyes. To address this, Shamir has applied reverse engineering to its technology by defining the size of the object patients want to see and simulating real world images through EyePoint TechnologyIII. This provides improved viewing for all patients regardless of lens power and frame choice. “Image positions are different between a plus and minus lens.  This means that minus wearers usually have to look very low in the lens to read properly, and plus wearers have the near image displaced upward which can “cramp” their distance area,” he said. • See side bar on page 3028 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

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T he Canadian andeyecare Henderson said, adding that, in contact lens market clinical studies, the brand is preferred continues to offer in wearer comfort. both consumerprofessionals (ECPs) a variety of Henderson said studies have demonstrated that contact lenses suchoptions that have made the comfort as 1-DAY ACUVUE® MOIST® for ASTIGMATISM and ACUVUE®and ease of contact lens a safe, OASYS® for ASTIGMATISM, which both utilize BLINK STABILIZEDconvenient alternative for eye wear. Design, have a number of advantages over other traditional soft toricIt’s a competitive industry focused on contact lens designs in reducing variable vision and blur that oftenleading edge technology and product occur.versatility catering to an evolving Brand longevity has been key to Johnson & Johnson Vision Care,consumer demographic. We talk to having introduced the first disposable soft contact lens, and Hendersonthree industry leaders about how looks forward to what’s ahead.they’ve got their sights set on 2014. “We continue to push the limits of material science and optical designThe view from Acuvue and will continue to provide doctors with innovative products that satisfy“The contact lens category is the vision, comfort and eye healthconstantly evolving and manufacturers needs of patients,” she said.continue to work toward meetingpatient expectations in these and other CooperVision focuses beyondareas,” said Jacqueline Henderson, the sphereGeneral Manager of Johnson & “Today’s consumers are managingJohnson Vision Care, Canada. more complexity than ever“Wearers are highly motivated to stay before—new communication tools,in contact lenses, so next generation continuously evolving professionalcontact lens materials must bring demands … They are looking forforward new standards of vision, simple solutions as they attempt tocomfort, health and user experience.” absorb all these changes,” says Elliot Knobovitch, CooperVision’s Director Henderson notes that nearly of Marketing, Canada. “The impacta decade after its introduction, of cell phones, tablets, and computersthe ACUVUE® OASYS® brand on consumers’ vision requires thatcontinues to be one of the most CooperVision support ECPs towidely prescribed contact lenses on effectively communicate how ourthe market. contact lenses can help address those changing demands.” “ACUVUE® OASYS® withHYDRACLEAR® PLUS are agreat option for contact lens wearerswhen their eyes feel tired and dryin these challenging environments.Additionally, ACUVUE® OASYS®offer the highest level of UV-blocking available in a contact lens,” O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 33

Knobovitch points to the success a silicone hydrogel lens,” Knobovitch a Toric version by year end.”of CooperVison’s flagship brand, explains. “This includes wearers The new trend toward dailyBiofinity, recently enhanced by the with significant hyperopia or myopialaunch of the Biofinity ® XR lens currently using other lens brands or disposable contact lenses offersbrand, creating the widest available spectacles.” another option to ECPs andsphere power range of silicone consumers alike, and Knobovitchhydrogel contact lenses. He adds, “Biofinity ® XR lenses believes this trend will drive his will be available in powers from industry. “The extension significantly +8.50 to +15.00 (0.50 steps) andexpands Biofinity’s range of sphere -12.50 to -20.00 (0.50 steps). The “Proclear ® 1 Day Multifocalpowers, allowing practitioners to existing Biofinity line will continue provides ECPs a daily disposableconfidently fit a greater number of to be available in +8.00 to -12.00 multifocal lens that’s predictable,monthly replacement lens patients in powers. We hope to be launching reliable and uses a simple, easy-to- fit system. Designed with a Single Power Profile, the lens preserves distance vision while limiting visual compromise,” Knobovitch explains. “As the population continues to skew older, and the ECP fitting habits shift more towards daily disposable lenses, Proclear ® 1 day Multifocal helps address two converging and rapidly growing market needs,” Knobovitch said. He confirms that looking forward, CooperVison plans to “expand the breadth of our portfolio to meet a broader range of patient types.” Seeing things clearly with Clariti “The market for multifocal contact lenses will continue to grow as a result of demographics,” predicts Rick Leroux, Director of Marketing and Communications for Centennial Optical Limited’s Lens Division. “There are more presbyopes than ever before and many of them want contact lenses that will allow them to see near, far and in-between.” He credits the 2013 release of the Clariti multifocal lenses, in both monthly replacement and daily disposable modalities for presbyopic patients, as a success for the brand.34 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4



TEAM UP WITH “While providing the benefit of high oxygen transmissibility for eye BUYING POWER! health, silicone is a stiffer material for soft contact lenses than traditionalNo contract No obligation Great savings hydrogels, and the material is also hydrophobic in nature,” Leroux said. LARGEST BUYING “So, the challenge is to create softerGROUP IN CANADA! silicone hydrogel lenses with a lower modulus, a high water content and a Proudly serving opticians surface that attracts and retains water, and optometrists so that the lenses are comfortable for across Canada the full wearing time.  Clariti contact lenses provide all of these features Sin1ce988 and benefits for all-day comfort and ocular health.” 800.263.0010 Last year also saw Centennial [email protected] Optical Limited’s foray into the contact lens solutions business, withRecommended www.theopticalgroup.com the introduction of the All In Onebuying group of Light multipurpose solution. “We also introduced LOGIC MAX silicone hydrogel contact lenses to Centennial’s LOGIC line of contact lenses in 2013,” Leroux adds.  “We have experienced exceptional results with patient and ECP satisfaction with these new products,” Leroux said, noting that Centennial sells exclusively to ECPs. “The Clariti 1 Day Multifocal is the first daily disposable silicone hydrogel multifocal contact lens, combining the healthiest lens material with the healthiest wearing modality.  This makes it perfect for patients with active lifestyles, especially those who don’t wear contact lenses every day.” One thing is clear: the contact lens industry is forging ahead with products that provide comfort, ease and leading technology to offer a superior product and a safe alternative to eyewear. For consumers, the choices are as varied as their needs. For ECPs, recommending contact lens options to their patients has never been easier. •36 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

Cmaadne ian daWith more than 30 years in the industry, Paul Faibish, President of PlasticPlus offers his take on why working with a Canadian lab can save yourbusiness time and money.11. Why are independent labs an 3. Are there differences in quality 55. What are additional benefits ofimportant part of the lens industry and service? choosing Canadian? Most offshore labs have the Our employees are yourin Canada? Independent labs are the same high tech equipment we patients and customers. They live and Canada and buy goods andbackbone of the industry. They really 3have. It all comes down to which services here. When you choose aare the life line for independent Canadian lab you are supporting theECP’s. freeform designs they carry and economy and the people who live promote. Some are much better here.2. What is the difference between than others. But consumers want to be able to pick up the phone and 6. How is Plastic Plus makingbuying from a local lab versus an ask questions. It’s about building relationships. This is what you have choosing Canadian easier for clients?offshore or out of country lab? when you deal with a Canadian lab. We have spent a lot of time People are finally realizing the When you deal outside of Canada you are often dealing with issues 6and money to be in the forefront2importance of buying Canadian, like delivery. Very often shipments coming around the world can get of lens manufacturing. Plastic Plussupporting local business and lost and often are held at the border was the first lab in North Americakeeping money and jobs in our for inspection purposes. to process backside freeformcountry. If given the choice, it only lenses. We were the first to installmakes sense for an  ECP to buy from 44. Does choosing a Canadian lab an integrated digital mappingan independent owned Canadian and verification system. And wecompany. It only helps them out mean spending more money? have now just installed our thirdas well. Independent labs pay taxes No not really, when you factor in line of freeform manufacturingin Canada. We purchase all our equipment. This will give usgoods and services in Canada. And delivery costs plus additional delivery both additional capacity andif you think about it, our employees time pricing is similar in a lot of cases. redundancy in our facility andare their patients/customers. By But obviously, a lot is dependent on allow us to keep up with thespending money and  employing volume. Plus most offshore factories demand for our products.people in our country, it only helps require payment up front and havethe same ECP’s who purchase from very limited warranties. us. It really is a circle. O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 37

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glimpses HOYA Vision Care Canada Appoints a New President H OYA Vision Care, Canada announced today that Ahmos Henry has joined the company as President, Hoya Vision Care (Canada) to further develop their growing portfolio of innovative products and services. Ahmos comes to Hoya with a wealth of experience in the Ophthalmic Lens Manufacturing Industry. He has achieved remarkable success in the previous companies he has worked for, both in the optical and healthcare fields. Ahmos has a Bachelor of Science degree from Cairo University, and an Executive Masters of Business Administration from Saint Mary’s University in Canada. Ahmos joins HOYA Vision Care, Canada to continue their recent success as the fastest growing company in the Canadian optical industry, providing some of the most innovative products and services to many eye care professionals. Ahmos comments: “I am excited to start a new challenge with HOYA Vision Care, Canada. I look forward to working with the team to take the success of Hoya in many parts of Canada, to new horizons. I am delighted to join a well respected company that prides itself in some of the most innovative products that every Eye Care Professional knows and appreciates.” Gerry Bottero, President, HOYA Vision Care Company (Global) said: “We are honoured that Ahmos has chosen Hoya. Ahmos is uniquely qualified to lead all aspects and drive innovation in our service platform and product portfolio. We look forward to his vision, passion and energy in guiding Hoya Lens Canada in service to the country’s premier independent optical practices.”42 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

glimpsesSilhouette Founder Schmied Passes AwayW ith the passing of Arnold Schmied, Sr, on Friday, January 31, 2014, not only have we lost a great entrepreneurial personality, but a person – pioneer and visionary—who hasmarked the lives of us all and who, with his courage, his enthusiasm and hisjoy, will always be a role model for us.Following a long illness borne with great patience, Arnold Schmied haspassed away at the age of 89 in Linz. In 1964, Arnold Schmied and his wife Anneliese founded SilhouetteInternational Schmied AG, headquartered in Linz, today still family-ownedand one of the leading eyewear manufacturers in the world. His vision,to make accessories out of visual aids that make people look good whileimproving their vision, will be carried into the future by some 1,500employees worldwide. The management and employees of Silhouette International bow downin gratitude before a great entrepreneur and person, and will continue hislife’s work with joy and enthusiasm, just as he would. The Board of Directors & Employees of Silhouette International Schmied AGLong-time Centennial Optical Rep Passes Away I t is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Tom Kellner. Tom was the first sales representative that Centennial Optical hired in 1972 to develop its business in Western Canada. Tom, through patience, honesty and his commitment to deliver on his promises, quickly built the western region into a key area for the company. Tom was a straight-forward, honest gentleman known for his wit and humour. He builttremendous friendships across the optical community and he will be missedby many. We wish his family our most sincere condolences during thesedifficult times. O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 43

glimpsesSynergEyes Launches New Duette® Lens for PresbyopesS ynergEyes, Inc., manufacturer and marketer of the Duette® going to be thrilled with the excellent contact lens experience through the and UltraHealth™ families of visual outcomes and all-day comfort this combination of GP optics and soft lens lens will deliver. They’ll also appreciate comfort that only a hybrid lens cancontact lenses, is preparing to launch the ease of empirical ordering and the deliver,” said Dr. Kirchner. “This is notits newest lens—Duette Progressive, intuitive fitting approach. Making this just a lens for the hard-to-fit patient.designed deliver exceptional vision lens a routine part of the practice is Any presbyope interested in contactat all distances for presbyopes from going to be a no-brainer.” lenses is a candidate for this lens.”emerging to advanced. “Data shows that there are“This is a very exciting addition currently 50 million people between Clinical benefitsto our Duette line of lenses,” said the ages of 40 and 60 who need vision Duette Progressive features a dual-SynergEyes’ President and CEO James correction. The Duette Progressive lens aspheric optic design, which includesK. Kirchner, O.D. “My colleagues are is designed to give them an exceptional a center-near add zone with a choice Read our digital magazine online of three add powers to give the practitioner greater control overDiscover the visual outcome. The lens also features an 84 Dk silicone hydrogelwww.opticalprism.ca skirt around the 130 Dk center, which is made of UV-blocking materials. The Duette platform delivers all-day tear exchange and lens movement to make it an extremely comfortable and healthy lens option. The lens is fit with aFeaturing: straightforward, empirical fitting approach that minimizes theOptical Prism’s Digital Magazines amount of chair time required andOptical Prism’s Digital Supplements practitioners are reporting successfulExclusive Industry videos and Interviews outcomes with very few follow-upNewsletter visits. “I’ve had quite a lot of successSocial Media Networking with the Duette Progressive lens overCareer and New Business Opportunities the last nine months,” said Jeffrey Sonsino, O.D., F.A.A.O., DirectorNew product informaltion of Clinical Studies for SynergEyes. “Overall, the success rate has been higher than with any other multifocal on the market that I have fit.”44 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

glimpsesRonor—Infusion of strong talent in the West Mel Smith, Laura Roberts,R onor International Inc. and Jane Nelson announced that Laura join the Ronor Roberts, Jane Nelson, and Mel Sales Force Smith have joined their Sales Force. Laura Roberts has been assigned to cover the province of British Columbia.Jane Nelson and Mel Smith will coverNorthern and Southern Albertarespectively. All three well established to meet all your customers’ needs. The combined with their private lines,and respected individuals bring along “positively different” positioning of make Ronor the one stop destinationan outstanding record in the optical the Eschenbach (Germany) collections for Ophthalmic frames.industry, with many years of experience. “This trio is an addition of strong advertiser indextalent and we are pleased to beable to support our customers with Acuvue 49 (IBC)this calibre of sales representation,” Baus Optical 16said Robert Charbonneau, President BC College 34of Ronor International Inc. “We Centennial Optical 19, 21are above all a company that helps COS 4, 50 (OBC)complete the “customer experience” Dr’s Choice Optical Lab 28throughout every step of the sale of a Essilor Canada 29frame. Our new team members come Eye Plus 42with an enthusiasm and know-how Hoya Lens Canada 31that will result in wonderful new as Match Canada 10/11well as continued collaborations with Menicon 27dispensers.” Optic Plastic 43Ronor International Inc. has Optical Group 36created and maintained its reputation Optika Eyewear 2as a world leader in accessory programs. Optical Prism 35Their Essentials line ensures that Plastic Plus 9your customers enjoy an experience Shadow Clip 18rising above their expectations and Shamir Canada 47remember your practice. Ronor’s Shilling Optical 30eyewear division, well known in the Transitions Optical 7industry, offers a portfolio of brands WestGroupe Cover, Cover Wrap, 5, 17 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4 45

events calendar DATES EVENT CITY VENUE WEB EMAILFeb. 6–9, 2014 72nd All India Agra, Uttar Jaypee Palace www.aioc2014.com aioc2014agra@ Ophthalmological Pradesh, India Hotel and gmail.comMar. 1–3, 2014 Conference 2014 Convention CentreMarch 27–30, 2014 Milan, ItalyApr. 2–6, 2014 MIDO – International Fiera Milano www.mido.it [email protected] Optics, Optometry New York, NY and Ophthalmology Jacob K. Javits www. inquiry@vision. Exhibition Tokyo, Japan Convention Center visionexpoeast.com reedexpo.com International Vision Tokyo International www.woc2014.org woc2014tokyo@ Expo East 2014 Forum/Imperial congre.co.jp Hotel www.ontario- 2014 World opticians.com Ophthalmology Vaughan Congress Daegu ExhibitionApr. 6, 2014 Inside Optics 2014 Woodbridge, ON and Convention CenterApr. 16–18, 2014 Daegu International Daegu, KoreaApr. 25-27, 2014 Optical ShowJun. 4–7, 2014Jun. 5–8, 2014 Ontario Association Niagara Falls, ON Niagara Scotiabank http://www.Jul. 20–24, 2014 of Optometrists Halifax, NS Convention Centre oaosymposium.com/ Annual Symposium Birmingham, UK and InfoMart San Francisco, CA World Trade & www.cos-sco.ca [email protected] Convention Centre Canadian Ophthalmological ICC www.bcla.org.uk [email protected] Society (COS) Annual Meeting TBD www2.kenes.com [email protected] BCLA Clinical Conference & Exhibition 2014 XXI Biennial Meeting of the International Society for Eye ResearchVisit the 12-Month Event Calendar sponsored by Transitions Optical at www.opticalprism.ca46 O P T I C A L P R I S M | M A R C H 2 0 1 4

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