I saw a really interesting post on Santinelli International's Facebook page where Barry Santini of Long Island Opticians shares a link from www.optiboard.com to show what the Santinelli Me1200 edger and free form lenses can do for high RX sunglasses. The Rx details from Barry are as follows: Rx: OD -11.25; OS -11.75; add +2.25 O.U. … [Read more...]
We are running a contest for FREE Dispensing Tools and of course asked for pics: Here is one of the stories (we love jokes, humor and good times) . 'I wanted to share my story (read story before the picture) with you and a picture but first I must say that I am really going out on a limb here sending this UGLY picture in LOL. Clearly I want … [Read more...]
Sometimes we just forget about how quality tools make dispensing easier! OpticianWorks.com is generously giving away 3 sets of tools just for telling us a funny story about your tools. So tell us you favorite Dispensing Tool Story, why you need these tools or even creative ways to use dispensing tools. You can decorate them too and send us pics! … [Read more...]
Leo Hadley over at Vision Systems, one of the largest distributors of pre-owned optical Equipment, sent us their newest YouTube Video on how they refurbish optical equipment. This video shows with great detail how VSI spares no expense in the refurbishment process. The machine shown is the Santinelli LE7070 Patternless edger refurbished by VSI. … [Read more...]
We have so many things to be grateful full, Great readers, wonderful sponsors, our family and our friends. Not only does Super Systems wish you a Happy Holiday, so do both Shirley And I. Be safe, be well, and don't eat too much turkey. From Super Systems another great Happy Thanksgiving Decorated All In One Edging Equipment. ( Fast Grind … [Read more...]
Taking advantage of section 179 and the 100% bonus depreciation on new optical equipment before year end makes sound business sense for more reasons than just the savings. Economics teaches that there is a time to buy and a time to save. Savings is more lucrative when rates are high, so stash away your money. Buying makes sense when interest … [Read more...]
The latest opti-fun Halloween Decorated Optical Surfacing Equipment from Fast Grind International! "Fast Grind is UNWRAPPING profits for eyecare offices all around the globe. Check it out today to see for yourself and UNRAVEL the truth about overpaying on lab bills!" … [Read more...]
Bigger Section 179 Deduction: Your optical business may be able to take advantage of the temporarily increased Section 179 deduction. Under the Section 179 deduction privilege, an eligible business can often claim first-year depreciation write-offs for the entire cost of new and used equipment and software additions. For tax years beginning in … [Read more...]
One of these days Shirley and I will stop running around Vision Expo trying to see/do everything. We miss out on alot, but one of the coolest gadgets that every eyecare office can use is this EYE'd, which I could actually see and test. EYE'D detects easily the lasered engraving on progressive lens, so you know what lens it is. Having sat in many … [Read more...]
We in southern California, have natural disasters of course, but more in the line of earthquakes. The last time we had a major warning was the tsunami from Japan. My emergency response was a VG donut run (by the beach) just in case they got swamped by incoming waves and how was I going to be able to cope without a VG fix? Well as most of the … [Read more...]
Our friends over at Fast Grind/ Super Systems just sent us their version of Hitting The Jackpot in Vegas! You can visit and see this in person at Booth 8100. These guys are the funniest (meet them at the show) Great Display! The Tagline: Leave Vegas a WINNER!! Stop by booth LP 8100 Leave with the machine … [Read more...]
Cathy and I had the opportunity recently to visit Augen Optics. We wanted to learn more about the company, specifically about their new product package EasyForm plus a little more about optics. (We always learn something new when we visit an optical lab!) We had no idea how much the company has grown. No longer just a small family concern but … [Read more...]
As the saying goes a picture is worth a thousand words. An Arbitron study shows that 70% of Americans are exposed to place-based video screens every month, and 52% are every week. If you have been hesitating about putting in some digital signage in your eyecare office, this infographic might just help you make a decision. Digital Signage: It's … [Read more...]
Several weeks age my nephew wanted new glasses and of course he hates to shop, has many student loans, is starting his own EMR business. I hate to say this, I told him first to go get a feel of what he likes on several sites that offer Try-on, Virtual Fitting Room Technology. I would get him a frame. One of the sites I directed him to was Warby … [Read more...]
Many years ago in the olden days, I ran across first Mark Dehn, the VP of Sales at A.I.T. Industries. Got him to wear our glasses, from there I met Dewitt Billingsly another eyewear fanatic, who also wore our glasses (Neostyle Days). Shirley and I were honored because Matt Curtin is one of our earlier subscribers! Our recent encounter with A.I.T … [Read more...]
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