ALCON
Systane Pro Preservative-Free
Alcon introduces Systane Pro Preservative-Free, an over-the-counter eye drop designed to relieve symptoms associated with dry eye. This product is the longest-lasting formula in the Systane line and features a triple-action, preservative-free formulation, Alcon shares.
Designed to provide temporary relief from burning and irritation due to eye dryness, the Systane Pro Preservative-Free Alcon formula includes hyaluronate, nano-sized lipids, and HP-Guar, which work together to hydrate the eye, stabilize the tear film, and protect against further irritation, according to the company.
BAUSCH + LOMB
Arise
Bausch + Lomb launches Arise, a cloud-based orthokeratology (ortho-k) lens-fitting system designed to streamline the lens-design process for treating myopia. Arise syncs with corneal topographers and uses advanced algorithms to generate precise ortho-k lens designs within seconds, Bausch + Lomb shares.
The Arise platform does not require a fitting set and includes features such as overnight outcome maps to evaluate lens centration and recommend adjustments. The cloud-based system also provides remote access to patient data as well as support from Bausch + Lomb consultants.
COBURN TECHNOLOGIES
Velocity TT
Coburn Technologies releases the Velocity TT, a compact tabletop optical lens spin coater that occupies less space while enabling in-house lens hard coating. According to the company, the device processes two lenses simultaneously; features loading, washing, and curing stations; and incorporates an advanced motor system to maintain consistent spin speeds without requiring calibration. Coburn Technologies shares that the device coats with 100% solids coatings and can process up to 50 lenses per hour.
Short Cuts
Software Rebrand
Eyefinity unifies its cloud-based software products under a new name, Eyefinity Encompass, an integrated platform combining practice management and electronic health records. The platform offers expanded partner integrations, multilocation management, and more. Current users will be transitioned automatically with no required action.
Bilingual Training
The Optical Training Institute launches a Spanish-language version of its Optician Development Program. Designed to prepare participants for certification and licensure, the online, self-paced program is approved for apprenticeship credit in several U.S. states.
E-Commerce Update
WaveRFID and Optify Online announce an integration that connects WaveRFID’s inventory management system with Optify’s e-commerce platform to streamline the optical shopping experience, allowing eyecare providers to manage in-store and online frame inventories in real time.
