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BPI Introduces Spark-Resistant Vent Hood

Posted: 6/16/2008 4:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
MIAMI--BPI is introducing the BPI Stainless Steel Spark Resistant Vent Hood (product code 15003). The hood is designed to help eliminate the odors associated with dyeing and neutralizing plastic lenses. It is spark resistant to reduce the number of ignition sources for chemicals that are used near or above their flash points.

Briot USA Offers Versatile, Affordable Finishing System

Posted: 6/16/2008 4:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
CUMMING, Ga.--Briot USA is introducing the Silver Plus, a low-priced finishing system that offers multifunctional versatility. The Silver Plus is the newest addition to Briot’s all-in-one line of equipment which has built-in tracing, blocking and edging.

Saint-Gobain Intros Blocking Pad for Super-Hydrophobics

Posted: 6/16/2008 4:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
GRANVILLE, N.Y.--Saint-Gobain, based here, is introducing SecurEdge Plus, a new generation of blocking pads specially engineered for super-hydrophobic lenses.

A&R Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Posted: 6/16/2008 3:00 AM Volume Number: 22:7
MILAN, Italy--Automation & Robotics (A&R) hosted a gathering of over 100 people at the St. Paul Church Converso on Friday night during this year’s Mido to celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary.

People: June 16, 2008

Posted: 6/16/2008 3:00 AM Volume Number: 22:7
DALLAS--Dr. Howard Purcell has joined Essilor of America, Inc. as vice president of customer development. In his newly created role, Purcell will continue to build on Essilor’s current successes, while increasing coordination and visibility among the brand sales, professional relations and eyecare professional education groups.

Joan Casaponsa Named New Executive Chairman of Indo

Posted: 6/16/2008 1:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
BARCELONA--Joan Casaponsa has taken over as executive chairman of Indo.

ODC Names New Int’l Distributors

Posted: 6/16/2008 1:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Optical Dynamics (ODC), a division of Vision Dynamics, has named two new international distribution partners.

Atchison Named President of Schneider Optical Machines, North America

Posted: 6/16/2008 12:30 AM Volume Number: 22:7
CARROLLTON, Texas--Kurt Atchison, a 13-year veteran of the optical industry has been named president of Schneider Optical Machines, North America, effective July 1.