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...]
Thank you to Santinelli International and Nidek for sponsoring today's Opti-fun Horn rim glasses post. Santinelli has a wide range of tracers each offer a variety of features and benefits for processing all kinds of eyewear frames from vintage horn rims to complicated custom designs. Individual right and left tracing ability, the LT-900 … [Read more...]
These are very opti-fun and very creative eye catching ads from AT&T. We could take a lesson from these on being a little more creative with how we advertise and promote eyewear! These images were created just using hands, a phone, paint and a lot of creativity! Fast Grind/Super Systems are experts at this type of creativity … [Read more...]
Announcing our Tool Time Winners sponsored by Optician Works, who found it very difficult to make a decision. We thank everyone for making their comments and hopefully we will have more contest like this! From Marsha Humphries: My favotite tool is the Hilco Ergonomic flat-end piece adjusting tool. My favorite set of tools is the Hilco … [Read more...]
Here is a good example of a Brain Teaser Study: If you can read this you have a strong mind: 7H15 M3554G3 53RV35 7O PR0V3 H0W 0UR M1ND5 C4N D0 4M4Z1NG 7H1NG5! 1MPR3551V3 7H1NG5! 1N 7H3 B3G1NN1NG 17 WA5 H4RD BU7 N0W, 0N 7H15 LIN3 Y0UR M1ND 1S R34D1NG 17 4U70M471C4LLY W17H 0U7 3V3N 7H1NK1NG 4B0U7 17, B3 PROUD! 0NLY C3R741N P30PL3 C4N R3AD … [Read more...]
Every holiday, we eagerly await to see how Super Systems/Fast Grind International is going to decorate their all in one surfacing equipment. May Santa's Elves visit you too! 'Finally, the ECP can have its own little helper, producing digital quality lenses eliminating the hassle of dealing with expensive labs!” … [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...]
Could you live here? How about here? You wouldn't want to forget anything! "Eye Can't Believe It" Homes opti-fun post is sponsored by Vision Systems, Inc. (VSI), an industry leader in pre-owned optical equipment. Delivering quality equipment, professional installation, and training ensures success for everyone … [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...]
Cool video from Health Central of Search and Rescue Dogs getting their eye exams! Today's Opti-fun is sponsored by VISIONIX developer, manufacturer and distributor of innovative equipment for ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and laboratories. … [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...]
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