100% Optical. the 10th editions takes place on 24th to 26th February 2024 at London Excel 

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Are you looking for a lens partner who customises their support around your objectives?

Stand Number : B142

Deepcove Optical is dedicated to partnering with independent opticians to grow their business. We focus our attention on the needs of opticians then create products and support that enhances the service delivered to patients.

We offer two lens brands in our portfolio:

For patients looking for the best premium lenses we offer Optiswiss, 100% manufactured in Basel, Switzerland. These lenses are the ultimate in design and precision, everything you would expect from a “Swiss Made” product.

The Deepcove range offers uncommon quality and depth of range at very competitive prices. It is designed for the cost-conscious patients without compromising on quality.

To explore how Deepcove Optical can help you differentiate your lens offer please contact one of the team below.

General (Office) – 01985 800425                       customer.service@deepcove.co.uk

North (Jack) – 07790 991819                              jack.carter@deepcove.co.uk

South (Adrian) – 07808 794806                         adrian.huluban@deepcove.co.uk

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Stand M330

Company Plan for 100% Optical

 

Mainline Instruments was established in 1997 and have since been providing high quality ophthalmic instruments and accessories to the optical community.

We pride ourselves on our outstanding service and support within both the optometry and medical divisions.

We are very proud to have such strong links with major international manufacturers, enabling us to bring you the latest technological innovations to ensure that your practice, clinic, or retail outlets operate in an efficient and profitable manner.

Our manufacturers include iCare, Tomey, Huvitz, Optomed, Yeasn and others.

iCare are an advanced health technology company based in Finland, they have produced a world-renowned line of handled tonometer’s which utilise their unique, patented rebound technology.

TOMEY’s reputation is for accuracy, reliability and functionality, they utilise Japanese engineering and technical skills to create innovative solutions in ophthalmology.

Huvitz is based in South Korea, they bring a wide range of optical technology to the market for both the medical sector and the optometry sector.

OPTOMED are a Finnish medical technology company that specialises in retinal imaging devices and solutions. Their handheld fundus camera, the Aurora, has revolutionised the handheld imaging space.

YEASN have established themselves as the primary option for cost-effective instruments. We are proud to partner with YEASN to provide solutions to all levels of the optical market.

If you are interested by our manufacturers, come to visit us at 100% Optical on Stand M330 or you can visit our website: https://www.main-line.co.uk/

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STAND M325

Grafton Optical and the famous Grafton Shop will be back at 100% Optical this year on Stand M325 with some exciting new product launches and an extensive showcase of their most popular devices, optometry kit and practice furniture.

New product launches at this year’s show include the DEA Dry Eye Analyser from Moptim (see below), an innovative device that quickly performs a comprehensive examination for complete dry eye diagnosis and management, in one of the smallest and most flexible devices on the market; and the all-new Reichert® Tono-Vera® Tonometer featuring the advanced, patent-pending ActiView™ Positioning System, which quickly guides you to the apex of the cornea, giving you confidence in your IOP readings for truly objective tonometry.

Also new for 100% Optical 2023 is the Mocean 3000 OCT from Moptim. Configured with a state-of-the-art SLO-OCT imaging system and the SLO-based eye tracker, Mocean 3000 is a powerful diagnostic tool for a variety of ocular diseases. Opchat News previewed this here

Book a meeting with Grafton at 100% Optical and receive a free full size sample of our best selling I-DROP MGD eye drops for evaporative dry eye

Visit the Grafton Shop on Stand M325 to order your practice essentials and consumables with free delivery on all orders.

Grafton Optical launches the DEA Dry Eye Analyser from Moptim at 100% Optical 2023; comprehensive analysis for complete Dry Eye diagnosis and management.

See it demonstrated on STAND M325

Grafton Optical are excited to launch the DEA Dry Eye Analyser by Moptim at 100% Optical 2023.

DEA is an innovative device that quickly performs a comprehensive examination for complete dry eye diagnosis and management.

DEA is one of the smallest dry eye diagnostic devices on the market. The compact design makes it easy to be integrated into a variety of clinical environments. It can be operated in three modalities: stand-alone, slit lamp mounted and handheld.

For ophthalmology clinics that already have slit lamps, there is no need to add an extra trolley for DEA. By installing the included slit lamp adaptors, the DEA can be attached to the majority of slit lamps, without affecting their use.

DEA provides complete dry eye diagnosis testing, as recommended by DEWS II (2017). The device offers a quick diagnosis of FBUT/NIBUT, corneal staining, tear meniscus height, meibography, interferometry, bulbar redness and blepharitis.

The built-in DEQ-5 questionnaire can be used in combination with objective findings to aid in diagnosis, and the Efron International Grading Scale helps to assess the severity of dry eye disease.

• 8 mp high resolution camera
• Extensive report templates
• Compatible with the majority of slit lamps
• Can be used on desktop or handheld
• Streamlined software workflow
• Custom protocol creation
• Auto focus, auto exposure
• Wireless camera shutter can be fixed to slit lamp joystick

For more information on the Moptim DEA Dry Eye Analyser, please contact sales@graftonoptical.com or call us on 01923 233980.

Grafton Optical is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of ophthalmic instruments, equipping and servicing independent and larger chain opticians as well as Britain’s hospitals. 

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Millmead Optical Group-plans for 100% Optical

• Millmead Optical Group: Continental Eyewear (frames), Jai Kudo Lenses (lenses) and Optoplast (cases & accessories).

Stand number: W100

 

Millmead Optical Group is an independent Optical wholesaler and manufacturer with a 4.8 acre factory site, based in Maghull, Liverpool. First established in 1946 by Walter Conway and Herbert Thorn, the group prides itself on still being a family-owned manufacturer, as it is run today by Walter’s grandson James (Millmead CEO) and Herbert’s son Daniel (Millmead Chairman).

Millmead Optical Group comprises predominantly of three companies that cover the key fields of optical dispensing: the eyewear company, Continental Eyewear, the lenses company, Jai Kudo Lenses and the cases and accessories company, Optoplast.

Millmead is dedicated to supplying the needs of optical practices both domestically and globally.

Millmead is extremely proud to offer a cost-effective and service-driven solution to all our customers’ eyewear requirements. Our highly respected frames brand Continental Eyewear, offers a wide variety of ranges to suit all budgets and styles, from the higher end of Reykjavik Eyes, Walter Herbert and Puriti right through to the Value offerings of Lazer and Matrix.

Jai Kudo, our lenses brand, has recently celebrated 25 years as a leading supplier of stock and surfaced Ophthalmic lenses, with over 2 million lenses held in stock. Come to stand W100 to hear about our new Gaming Lenses and learn about our partnership offer with Topcon optical equipment.

Optoplast has just celebrated 75 years as a leading supplier and manufacturer of cases and accessories. Our 350-strong product range has recently been relaunched, with over 40 new models in a catalogue that now has a focus on Sustainable cases made from I00% recycled materials, manufactured at our Liverpool factory.

Come and see us on stand W100. To make an appointment please email marketing@millmeadopticalgroup.com to speak to one of our Business Development Managers.

 

 

 

 

Stand number: W100

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Opchat News sponsors three thought provoking lectures at 100% Optical 

 

For the second successive year Opchat News published by Primary Health Net is arranging three lectures on the Saturday and Sunday of the exciting event at London Excel.

See Below in the Education Sector 

The lectures will be on the Optical Suppliers Association (OSA) stand close to the Main Catwalk.

 

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 Optinet & National Eyecare Group

Stand M210

Optinet Ltd. is the IT services division of the National Eyecare Group and suppliers of Optinet FLEX, an advanced practice management system for independent practices of all sizes. National Eyecare Group, established in 1979, has over 1000 members and is proud to be supporting the UK’s Independent Optical Market – there are no joining or subscription fees and no minimum spend.

The Optinet and National Eyecare Group teams are looking forward to welcoming visitors onto their stand (M210) to demonstrate the features of FLEX and discuss how Optinet and NEG can integrate into your business to save you both time & money.

At Optinet we are committed to software development and friendly customer service – close discussions with our users help shape the software and our support team are on hand to help with staff training, assist with any problems you might encounter or answer any questions you may have.

Here are just some of the features you can expect to see during your FLEX demonstration: patient records, eGOS, clinical records, EeRS electronic referral integration, appointments, spectacle dispensing, supplier lens catalogues, till with optional card payment integration, online booking, email & text messaging and much more…

In addition to its services as a purchasing group, NEG work with a number of companies who help support your business, be that financially, marketing or education and training.

Exclusively, members of National Eyecare Group can have a 12-month FREE trial of FLEX and with no fee to join the group there’s no better time to pop along and find out more than at 100% Optical in February – we look forward to seeing you there!

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Hanson Instruments

Stand  M430

Our aim at 100% optical is to highlight and educate the importance of not only diagnosing dry eye disease (DED) and meibomian gland disorder (MGD) but then successfully treating them. We offer a range of Diagnostic and treatment systems for Dry eye (DED) and MGD, including the CSO Antares+ topographer, which can perform, amongst other things, a comprehensive dry eye report.

The Eyelight and the MGD mask from Espansione which can successfully treat DED and MGD. Both will be on our stand at 100% optical  

We will also be exhibiting the latest optometric equipment from Unicos, including the UDR800a Digital Refractor / Auto phoropter, the ULC-800S LCD Chart and the URK800a Auto Refractor/Keratometer.

We have the latest CSO Combi units to view and the CSO SL9900 Elite Digital LED Slit Lamp.

Please visit our stand on M430 or visit our website www.hansoninstruments.co.uk  to find out more on the future of treating dry eye (DED) and MGD, and all things CSO related.

 

 

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Displaying time travel with Glasklar

Stand E76

Glasklar UK will be taking visitors back in time at 100% Optical on its stand E76. As part of the celebrations for its 10^th anniversary, a special show offer will see Glasklar offered with 2013 pricing.

The novel Glasklar system enables independents to engage with their patients more frequently, using a refillable, practice-branded lens cleaner.

 

The Glasklar bottles and wall mounts are offered in a variety of colours to match practice colour schemes and are offered with practice details and logos. A new slogan, ‘Sustainability is not only green’ will be unveiled at 100% Optical, emphasising the large colour options available.

 

A new display system which boosts in practice presentation of Glasklar will also be launched at the London show. The new display has the option of three different finishes, including one with a mirror.

 

The launch follows the extension to the product line last year which has proved popular with independents as an additional practice sales line. The lens cleaner is now available in a larger 100ml bottle option, which has four times the filling capacity of a regular bottle.

 

The practice-branded larger bottle is designed for home use by all the spectacle-wearing members of the patient’s family. Free cleaner concentrate is available for all stockists from the UK distributor, Positive Impact.

 

Positive Impact’s Marketing Manager, Ellie Jarman, said: “We have exhibited Glasklar at 100% Optical every year since the show started, which is almost as long as Glasklar has been available. We invite visitors to go ‘back to the future’ with our exciting new products and celebratory 2013 pricing.”

 

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Cosium (UK) Limited

Stand: L140

Based in the West Midlands since 2018, Cosium UK Ltd is the UK branch of Cosium SAS, a Europe-wide cloud software provider specialising in healthcare, with over 14000 sites in 26 countries.

Audiology was the starting point of Cosium’s activities, back in 2003.  Today Cosium Audio is among the most advanced cloud-based PMS, including a complete hearing care journey and a seamless integration with Noah.

Cosium’s Optical Application is following suit, thanks to its advanced Eye Examination module and the extremely flexible dispensing, including EDI ordering and easy-to-use validated dispensing and stock management.

Come and meet the team to see how Cosiums solutions have influenced healthcare retail, through innovative products in Optical and Audiology software PMS, Augmented Reality virtual try-on and eyewear measurement solutions, e-Commerce and of course back-office systems.

All Cosium solutions are cloud-based and provide outstanding functionality without requiring large hardware investments.

An exhibit that’s always attracting interested visitors is our 3D mixed reality holographic displays.  Deployed in many high-street Audio and Optical centres, they display selected products in an immersive interactive experience using custom-designed 3D collateral produced in Cosium 3D lab.

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 STAND B100 

Advanced contact lenses and eye health cosmetics

At 100% Optical Positive Impact will be emphasising the benefits of the two unique contact lenses: NaturalVue 1-Day Enhanced Multifocal with TripleTear Lubrication technology and SynergEyes iD, a breakthrough in hybrid contact lens technology for astigmats and astigmatic presbyopes.

CE mark-approved for presbyopia and myopia control, the enhanced NaturalVue lens boasts three comfort agents, including hyaluronic acid, which work together to provide hydration throughout the day.

Positive Impact’s Managing Director, Nick Atkins, said: “Profitability will be a key focus for many practices in the current economic climate and switching to NaturalVue puts profit straight to the bottom line by significantly reducing chair time; not just at the time of fitting, but throughout the lifetime of the patient’s wear.”

SynergEyes iD lenses are individually designed utilising K-readings, horizontal visible iris diameter and refraction, which will be highlighted at the show. The multifocal option is powered by the Brien Holden Vision Institute EDOF design. The new lenses are empirically fitted, eliminating the need for multi-use diagnostic fitting sets and trial lens application, while also reducing chair and contact time.

Positive Impact’s popular Dry Eye Zone will return to their stand B100, featuring the Eyes Are The Story (EATS) optocosmetics previewed last year.

The world’s first optocosmetics makeup and skincare is uniquely focused on eye health. Clinically tested and validated, the Eyes Are The Story formulas were specifically created for dry eye, contact lens wearers and for those with sensitive eyes.

The optocosmetics are endorsed by leading innovators in the field of vision health.

Free samples of the EATS cleanser and serum will be handed out at the show, together with Purifeyes spray, which is seen as the ‘missing link’ in periocular cleansing.

“It is becoming clear that managing ocular surface health needs a more holistic approach. Considering what a patient puts on and around their eyelids, such as potentially toxic cosmetics and lash serums, and then advising them of safer alternatives, is going to help improve outcomes,” Nick concluded.

 

Come and see us on STAND B100 

 

 

 

 

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COOPERVISION UK&I

Stand L300 

CooperVision launches ‘Fresh Thinking’ campaign at 100% Optical 2023

Leading manufacturer seeks eye care professionals’ insights to help shape the future of the contact lens patient journey

 Stand L300

Contact lens manufacturer, CooperVision, is set to make an impact with its new campaign, ‘Fresh Thinking’, exhibiting for the first time at 100% Optical 2023, Stand L300, at the London ExCel from 25-27 February 2023.

Despite known wearer benefits of increased freedom and confidence when wearing contact lenses versus spectacles,^[1] contact lens wear for vision correction in the UK remains relatively low at 19.6%,^[2] and the contact lens category is failing to grow,² despite huge advances in contact lens materials and fitting technologies.

CooperVision believes more people could be introduced to the benefits of contact lenses if the industry looks at how the contact lens patient journey, which CooperVision suggests has changed very little over several decades, can be made quicker and easier for everyone.

With the launch of ‘Fresh Thinking’ at 100% Optical, CooperVision is excited to be kicking off an industry-wide conversation about how the contact lens patient journey could evolve.

The first stage of the Fresh Thinking campaign is to get as many fresh eyes as possible reviewing the current contact lens patient journey and sharing their thoughts on how effective it is.

 

At 100% Optical, CooperVision’s stand will have a ‘Fresh Thinking Zone’ with a range of interactive and fun ways for eye care professionals (ECPs) to get involved, including:

Answering a short questionnaire hosted on large touch screens

• Sharing their experience and views using the bespoke video booth
• Voting on what is most important to ECPs and patients on a magnetic polling wall
• Playing the ‘buzz wire’ game that takes a light-hearted look at the twists and turns of getting a patient into contact lenses
• Enjoying a fresh smoothie at the bar whilst completing a more in-depth questionnaire accessible on mobile, with the chance to win one of three £100 Amazon vouchers*
• Joining one of many CPD workshops and non-CPD discussion groups that will include discussion on the contact lens patient journey
• Discussing the contact lens patient journey and more with CooperVision Business Development Managers, Myopia Management Specialists, Specialty Eyecare Managers and Professional Affairs Consultants who will all be available on stand.

Doug Bairner, Country Manager, UK&I, CooperVision commented: “As an exhibitor at 100% Optical 2023, we’re looking forward to having practical conversations on stand with delegates about the reality of fitting contact lenses. We believe that it’s our job, as a leader in both the European and UK contact lens categories, to show eye care professionals how simply and easily contact lenses can provide freedom to their patients, deliver great clinical outcomes, and at the same time demonstrate significantly improved commercial value for practice owners.”

CooperVision is committed to ‘Fresh Thinking’ as a multi-year, industry wide campaign that can benefit every patient and practice. The first phase, launched at 100% Optical, is to get fresh eyes looking at the patient journey; the second phase will be to share with the entire industry what has been discovered, before moving to the third phase that looks at options to improve the products, tools and services that create the contact lens patient journey.

For eye care professionals who are unable to attend 100% Optical 2023 and wish to have their say, the questionnaire and further information about the ‘Fresh Thinking’ campaign can be found at https://coopervision.co.uk/practitioner/patient-experience-campaign

*Prize draw is optional. Draw closes on 31.03.23. Respondents will be selected at random to win one of three £100 Amazon vouchers. Promoter: Flame Health and CooperVision Limited. No respondent information will be shared with CooperVision; responses will be analysed and shared with CooperVision at an aggregated level only. Full terms and conditions here.

 [1]CVI data on file 2018. Consumer Insights Study, 200 Contact Lens Wearers.

[2] Vision Needs Monitor 2021

Also at the show CooperVision, are thrilled to be an AOP education partner at 100% Optical 2023.

This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with a clinically diverse audience and inspire them to prescribe the freedom that contact lenses can bring to both children and adults.

“CooperVision will be using 100% Optical as a platform to deliver 14 hours of CPD opportunities to over 400 eye care professionals. Our sessions will include a fresh view on the contact lens patient journey, contact lens patient retention, myopia management, and a lifetime of successful contact lens wear.”

Visit L300 

Stand M250

In recognition of 30 successful years within the industry, Cerium Visual Technologies Ltd (CVT) are delighted to announce the release of the latest incarnation of the Intuitive Colorimeter™ – the Wave.

Building on the previous success of the Curve, launched in 2018 (and the first instrument to offer a fully digital user experience) the Wave offers significantly enhanced features including a re-designed and space-saving physical footprint, brand new cloud storage capability, and aesthetically refreshed and improved software.

 

Since their inception in 1993, CVT have prided themselves on innovation, working with respected professionals and academic bodies worldwide. From the original manual Intuitive Colorimeter MK1 to the latest elevated digital offering, CVT has continually strived to provide robust and ground-breaking solutions for the end user to encourage streamlined assessment for visual stress within clinical settings.

The Intuitive Colorimeter Wave marks the fifth model CVT have brought to market over the course of their 30 year history.

Run from a head office based in the Kent countryside, CVT is a small business that places a heavy emphasis on core values of innovation, quality, integrity and commitment. CVT maintains a passionate appetite to support research, to continue to technically advance and to provide gold standard service to all customers. These strategic aims will help underpin their priorities as they look to the next 30 years of business.

 

 

 

The Intuitive Colorimeter™ Wave will be unveiled at Stand M250 at 100% Optical 2023. To honour CVT’s 30th birthday and as a mark of appreciation to all their loyal customers over the years, remarkable introductory rates will be available both at the show and for the first 30 days thereafter.

 

https://www.100percentoptical.com/exhibitors/cerium–visual–technologies

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Ocuco celebrates 30 years of engineering excellence at 100% Optical

Stand B130

Ocuco, a leading supplier of practice management and omnichannel solutions to the global eyecare industry, will be celebrating two significant milestones at 100% Optical, 25-27 February.

This year marks 30 years of Ocuco servicing the eyecare industry with innovative software solutions as well as the launch of Acuitas 3 OmniChannel Edition, Ocuco’s next generation of eyecare software.

 

Acuitas 3 is an omnichannel-native application that enables a seamless and consistent online and in-person patient experience across all channels. A unified framework that allows appointment booking, purchasing, payment, communication and interaction online or in-store. A single view of the patient, a single view of your business.

As part of the launch of Acuitas 3, Ocuco’s team will be running an invitation-only User Group Meeting for its existing customer base.

The UGM will be an interactive session providing practices with the opportunity to shape the next generation of eyecare software. Ocuco will also be running demos of Acuitas 3 at Stand B130 throughout 100% Optical. Those interested in securing a demonstration of the software can pre-book an appointment by visiting www.ocuco.com/uk/tradeshows/

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Optisoft Ltd at 100% Optical

Stand B110

Founded in 1989, Optisoft has been dedicated to the UK retail optical market. 2019 celebrated our 30th year in business and the launch of our 4th generation practice management software, Optisoft.NET.

Optisoft.NET is an accumulation of our years of experience and is designed to be simple, flexible and affordable, making it the perfect software choice for independent opticians.

Separated into defined modules, you only subscribe to the functionality you need with the option to add modules at any time. Just need a simple recall system? No problem. Need a multi-practice paperless system hosted in the cloud? We can help.

As a HP partner, supplying only the best business quality hardware with onsite installation and ongoing support, we can provide a turn key solution for complete peace of mind.

New for 100% Optical

Along with all the latest enhancements in Optisoft.NET, we will be demonstrating our new integration with the EVO payment terminal and the much-anticipated on-line appointment booking facility.

To coincide with 100% Optical, from now until the end of February, new users can benefit from introductory subscription discounts and we are also offering a price match for the first 12 months on any like-for-like written quotation.

Existing users of Optisoft.NET can benefit from a 50% subscription discount on new modules for 12 months.

Come and find us on stand B110 next to the Main Stage.

Book a demonstration at 100% Optical

Email: sales@optisoft.co.uk Call: 0345 230 1230

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Flexible Finance Solutions for Opticians from Snowbird Finance

Stand M352

Whether you’re starting or expanding your practice, replacing, or upgrading your equipment, we can help by providing the finance you need with a variety of flexible payment options.

As a leading finance specialist broker to the optical profession, we offer fixed rate, unsecured and tax efficient finance, allowing you to fix your optical equipment costs whilst maximising your returns.

Come and meet the team on Stand M352 to discuss your equipment acquisition.

Email: info@snowbirdfinance.co.uk

Telephone: 01932 874674

Web: snowbirdfinance.co.uk

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Stand M260

We look forward to seeing many familiar faces as well as the new and take the opportunity to bring our latest version NIDEK Retina Scan Duo 2 OCT to the show with new features and benefits but also an opportunity to upgrade the software for all existing NIDEK RSD 1 users.

Many practices are now getting involved in Myopia Management but ‘What is myopia management without measurement’?

Jason Higginbotham will be answering the question in his presentation on the clinically valid methods of conducting myopia management, the most desirable measurements in myopia management and how best to introduce these into your practice whilst maintaining profitability and ensuring better outcomes.

Please attend the presentation at 14.45 at the Optical Academy on Saturday 25th to understand more.

On this topic we have instruments to support those prescribing for myopia management from a complete therapeutic station from OCULUS with the Myopia Master and K5M as well a new optical biometer from NIDEK that complements many existing instruments that are already found in the optical environment.

Finally, we offer a look into the future of optics with our remote refraction set up enabling clinicians to refract patients in the consulting room from another room or even location. We have also introduced self-testing solutions into pre-test areas making this a more enjoyable experience for patients and less demanding of time from the practice team.

For the patients who are struggling to attend practice and need monitoring or reassurance we can assess their needs remotely as we also have IBIS on stand with their tele-optometry solution and an array of options to test and monitor patients in the comfort of their own home or workspace.

Come and meet the Birmingham Optical team on Stand M260 to be amazed!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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STAND W160 

HOYA Lens UK are excited to be exhibiting at 100% Optical at the Excel London this month.

Discover more about their MiYOSMART spectacle lens, recent winners of the prestigious ‘Lens Award 2022’. Celebrating the 2^nd Birthday of MiYOSMART spectacle lenses launching in the UK, along with the fantastic results of their 6-year study,

HOYA will be bringing lots of excitement around the myopia management category to the show this year. HOYA will also be demonstrating their seamless centration device, the visuReal Master, designed to help ECPs take more accurate measurements for premium individualised lenses.

Visit the HOYA team on stand W160 to find out more about their multi award-winning lenses, their partnership programme, Visionary Alliance designed to make your business flourish and their outstanding service offering.

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Topcon to showcase latest technology for Myopia management and Dry Eye treatments at 100% Optical

 

Stand M140/M240

At 100% Topcon will be featuring their key products for Myopia management and Dry Eye treatments with the latest Eye-Light and MYAH devices.

Eye-light® device features two core technologies, Light Modulation® LLLT and Optimal Power Energy® IPL, for an optimal, non-invasive treatment of most ocular surface conditions from Dry Eye Disease (DED) induced by Meibomian Glands Dysfunction (MGD) to Sjogren’s Syndrome.

MYAH offers optical biometry, corneal topography and pupillometry in one instrument – making it the obvious choice for Myopia Management Services.

With multi-function and space saving at its core when it comes to many Topcon’s devices, their Chronos – binocular refractometer is no different as it offers keratometry measurement and visual acuity with subject testing.

And finally, Maestro2 – Topcon’s automated OCT with OCT Angiography, approved for the NHS DES Programme.

On the education front, Topcon are sponsoring two sessions on the OSA stand with Sarah Farrant and Professor Nicholas Rumney. Sarah’s talk on Sunday will be on Using technology in practice for myopia management and dry eye assessment and Nicholas will discuss the Benefits of OCT angiography in practice on Monday. Nicola Bennet will also be on the AOP stand on Sunday talking about the benefits of OCT in Diabetic Retinopathy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stand B69 

Come and see and experience the latest in assisted technology for those with vision and audio impairment.

 

 

 

 

We will be highlighting the newly developed POVScope, by Aston Vision Sciences, an innovative and creative company.

Available in 2024 but you can have a preview on the sight and sound stand at B69 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stand B217

Safilens was founded in Italy in 2001 to create innovative, high quality products in the contact lens sector.

Come and experience the true value of the company it being the excellence of its Research & Development department.

Safilens believes in the value of Italian know-how, of research and of pharmaceutical technology, to generate innovative solutions.

Since yesterday, our today has been to think about tomorrow. We work with experience, but we never stop looking forward, in our search for products, services and solutions that will genuinely improve people’s quality of life

Delivery Tyro –  will take Safilens into the arena of Myopia Management.

DELIVERY TYRO

The first product in the family Delivery is DELIVERY TYRO, a daily contact lens with biological functions, designed to release Lachryceuticals®, natural substances that can influence some physiological processes.

 

DELIVERY TYRO lenses, not only correct myopia, but also favour normalization of the development of the eye by the constant release of Tyrosine onto the anterior segment of the eye during wear.

Tyrosine is a semi-essential amino acid, capable of passing through the blood-ocular barrier, and by being its precursor, promotes the natural production of Dopamine. The adequate presence of Dopamine inside the retina has been shown to have an important normalizing effect in ocular development, in particular an inhibitory effect on the elongation of the eyeball.

Similarly, its low production/presence, often caused by excessive accommodative effort and inadequate exposure to the beneficial wavelengths of natural light, was found to be concomitant with refractive errors related to eye particular anatomical conditions such as myopia.

During the production process, Safilens introduces functional substances into the lens matrix that are gradually released into the eye. These include macromolecular polysaccharides as tear film substitutes – such as Hyaluronic acid and TSP® – and tyrosine.  The release of these gels present in the lens occurs primarily due to three factors: body temperature, blinking and eyelid pressure that cooperate in the release of these substances into the eye.

DELIVERY TYRO daily disposable lenses also make it possible to ensure safety, hygiene and simplicity of use for wearers of all ages, including youth and children.

The biochemical approach helps mitigate the risk factors in proper ocular development resulting from the modern lifestyle.

Come and chat with us on Stand 217

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Stand B150

We look forward to returning to 100% optical 2023!

Whilst recent economic changes have caused some concern, independent optical practices appear to be positively thriving. Their resilience in the face of a more challenging economic backdrop is quite remarkable and once again demonstrates the professions ability to adapt and overcome.

Looking forward, it is always important to make strategic plans to improve and grow in order to sustain your long-term future and 2023 is no different.

Most economists believe the Bank of England base rate will reach 4.5% or more over the next few months, It therefore makes commercial sense to lock in to one of our fixed rate finance options as soon as possible.

Whatever your plans; new equipment, practice refurbishment, practice acquisition, talk to Performance Finance and secure one of our highly competitive fixed rate funding packages.

Do not forget, the deadline for super-deduction tax relief is the 31/03/2023.

• What is super-deduction?

For purchases between 1 April 2021 until 31 March 2023, companies that pay corporation tax will be eligible to offset 130% of the asset value against their taxable profit in the first year.

• What does this mean for optical practices? 

This is excellent news for optical practices wishing to invest in equipment, shop fit and technology!

We can also help you with VAT de Minimis, you can find a very useful guidance video for this on our website.

VAT de Minimis can also be discussed with our dedicated account managers Susan Marshall and Pete George. They will always offer the most cost-effective and tax efficient finance product to suit your business.

Thinking of starting a new practice?

We have a new start funding hub on our website, ideal for opticians and ophthalmologists starting their own practice.

There are tips for underwriting expectations, guidance for executive summaries, cash flow forecasts and much more.

This is a fantastic tool that will help guide you through the next step in your career.

We are not your typical finance company…

We understand our clients require an elevated level of personal service delivered efficiently from a finance provider that has detailed knowledge of their profession.

Our direct lending facility allows us to be very flexible and accommodating for all circumstances, whether you are starting your journey, or looking to expand your business, we complete arrangements with speed, efficiency, and flexibility which is why have a 5.0 excellent Trust Pilot rating.

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ESSILORLUXOTTICA WELCOMES ECPS AT 100% OPTICAL

 

Stand W250.

 

EssilorLuxottica is sponsoring this year’s Future Practice hub at 100% Optical by providing CPD sessions from key opinion leaders in the optical field and showcasing its latest lens innovations and frame brand collections on stand W250.

ECPs can join Professor Ed Mallen in the Myopia Pathways to Therapy lecture covering research underpinning myopia management developments and listen to Dr Dean Dunning in the Digital Screen Use & Working Environments lecture talking about the impact of different working distances on PPL refraction and dispensing.

Over the three-days EssilorLuxottica will be welcoming both new and existing partners on to its stand to view the latest lens innovations including its new breakthrough progressive lens, Varilux® XR series™. Powered by behavioural artificial intelligence, it is the first eye-responsive progressive lens for instant sharpness in motion. Visitors can also speak to the team about other key innovations including Essilor® Stellest ^TM lenses for myopia, Transitions® and Eyezen®.

Visitors will also get to discover the latest frame brand collections and can explore the extensive frame brand portfolio including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Prada, Tiffany, Polo Ralph Lauren, Oliver Peoples and many more.

There will also be the opportunity for visitors to try out the latest Smart Shopper technology enabling them to view the full product assortment, and customise Ray-Ban and Oakley frames and the Essilor Companion digital dispensing aid which supports the entire lens recommendation process.

A big focus area for EssilorLuxottica during the show will be raising awareness of the free training available through its learning platform, Leonardo, which will be available to demo on the stand with prizes up for grabs. ECPs can use it to upskill in key areas with CPD approved discussion workshops and a myopia management certification programme.

On the equipment side, ECPs can get hands-on with live demonstration of Essilor Instruments and its extensive range of kit including the recently launched Myopia Expert 700 which offers a fast and accurate solution for measuring axial length and corneal topography to help practices position themselves as an expert centre in myopia care.

The show also provides the perfect opportunity to view its range of dry eye instruments to help diagnose the type and severity of dry eye disease and deliver long-term therapy and management for sufferers.

ECPs keen to invest in equipment during the show can take advantage of the Government’s super deduction tax allowance scheme before it ends on 31 March 2023.

Alan Pitcher, commercial director at Essilor Ltd said: “We’re very much committed to helping ECPs upskill in key areas, so we’re delighted to be supporting the Future Practice hub and delivering these sessions as well as using the show to raise the profile of our own CPD offering via the Leonardo platform

“The team is also very much looking forward to welcoming both new and existing ECP business partners over the course of the event and we’ll be talking to them about our new partner programmes including the new benefits within the EL 360 programme.”

Visitors can make an appointment beforehand or just pop along to see us on the stand to find out how we can help support and grow their business.”

To make an appointment with the team use the online booking system to select the date, time, and topic that you wish to discuss.

 

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100% Optical Education programme is open for bookings 

100% Optical takes place at ExCeL London from 25-27 February 2023 make sure you book 

Now with additional spaces available for CPD sessions and seminars due to popular demand. Please note: 40% capacity has been kept available for walk-ins to all sessions on the day of the show. 

 

 

 

 

Saturday 25th 

Sunday 26th 

 

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Opchat News sponsors three thought provoking lectures at 100% Optical 

For the second successive year Opchat News published by Primary Health Net is arranging three lectures on the Saturday and Sunday of the exciting event at London Excel.

The lectures will be on the Optical Suppliers Association (OSA) stand close to the Main Catwalk.

“As last year we have selected speakers who provide a fresh understanding of subjects that provide new opportunities in our business and optical networking” said Bob Hutchinson Editor at Opchat News . ” The speakers we engage have provided us with exciting news over the year whether it be with news of exciting new products on our products sector page, a better understanding of the services available to independent opticians to improve business or an insight into the Optical Community providing great networking opportunities.”

“At Opchat News we try to reflect daily the stories that make working within the vision sector a privilege and a pleasure.”

First up on the Saturday at

10.15 – 11.15– Just Starting or running a business and need some answers from Experts, then this hour will provide an opportunity for face to face discussion with highly acknowledge experts in their field. 

 Join us on the OSA stand at 5 stations to meet with experts that can help you. You will get a maximum of 10 minutes at each station. 

It is recommended that you register your attendance at 10.15 on the Saturday ahead of the event to ensure we have allocated a space for you.

Email mail@primaryhealthnet.com  Please add your preferred first station (which cannot be guaranteed)

Meet with:

• Station 1: Phil Mullins (MD NEG/Optinet) “Streamline your Business, to create more patient time, increased footfall and better returns”.

Streamline your business, to create more patient time, increased footfall and better returns. Phil will show the power of a buying group, with insight on  how good record keeping and understanding data can propel your practice forward.

 

 

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• Station 2: Chris Clements Eyeplan Ltd “Explaining how eye plan can improve business with returning patients
  
  Explaining how eye plan can improve business with returning patients. Chris will explain the advantages of using eye plans and their simple marketing and practice building potential.
• Station 3: Georgina Myers, Myers La Roche “Advice on new starts, new premises or expansion and succession plans”
  
  Advice on new starts, new premises or expansion and succession plans. Georgina, following on from Patrick her father, has a wealth of knowledge and examples to share with practice owners to assist with change.
• Station 4: Samantha Shayler, Snowbird Finance, “Financing your business acquisitions, developing your business and softening tax payments plus assisting your patients with treatment finance.”
  Samantha is a specialist credit broker to the optical industry with her knowledge built up over years of working with the profession
• Station 5: Bob Hutchinson, Eros Business Consulting, Budgets and sales forecasts, looking at Stock control in a more productive and profitable way and of course De minimis and Partial Exemption.
  
  

Bob Hutchinson is well known both to practice owners and industry for providing easily adoptable solutions and his knowledge on VAT remains long past his success in chairing the meetings with HMRC which eventually secured the return of over 650 million pounds to Opticians.

 

 

 

You will have up to 10 minutes on each station before moving on to the other stations.

 Email mail@primaryhealthnet.com  to secure your place on the day.

 

11.30 – 12.15 -“Controlled tyrosine release from a contact lens as a new approach to myopia: the metabolic response to topical administration of ocular supplement”

Daniele Bazzocchi , General Manager Safilens
Daniele is an experienced General Manager at Safilens with a demonstrated history of working in the medical device industry.

The lecture will discuss the following:

The lecture will outline the current situation with progressive myopia and the innovative solutions that will be provided by a new contact lens material, recently launched. A generic-based presentation on the management of myopia, and evaluation of tyrosine and dopamine levels in the tear film prior to and after the wearing of a tyrosine releasing contact lens and its effect in myopia control

Daniele Bazzocchi  received his Physics degree from the University of Bologna, as well as BA in Foreign Languages and Literature. He has been in the contact lens industry for over 14 years, involved in the development and production of contact lenses and solutions as well as in the regulatory aspects of such activities.

As head of the development team he specialized in clinical and medical evaluation of products with intensive experience in medical device registration (FDA, ANVISA, MOHAP and others).

Daniele also actively participates in teaching workshops for DO and Optometrist regarding contact lens characteristics and fitting techniques and has presented and lectured in numerous national and international meetings and congresses.

And on the Sunday at 100% Optical come an meet Fiona Anderson at 14.15 pm

14.15 to 15.00 What’s Happening at the International Opticians Association?

Speaker Fiona Anderson President IOA

This session will provide an overview of the International Opticians Association outlining memberships stats, who is eligible to join and accomplishments. A taster of the upcoming summit in Singapore in April 2023 will also be given.

Fiona studied full time and then entered her pre -reg with an independent group. After 25 years with them – first as practice manager, then as accessories buyer, then area manager followed by group training manager and having studied for and gained a business degree along the way, she decided to leave and became a locum for 2 very happy years. Fiona is now a partner in an independent practice. She became more involved with ABDO about 18 years ago – first as an examiner then in optical politics and was elected to the Board of Directors in 2010 having recently finished her term of office on the ABDO Board after10 years’ service. She is currently on the Court at the WCSM and President of the IOA.
 

Fiona will be available after the lecture to chat about joining the IOA. 

 

 

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The Association of Optometrists (AOP) full education programme

The Association of Optometrists (AOP) full education programme has now been released for booking ahead of the UK’s largest optical trade show taking place from 25-27 February 2023.

As the event’s official education partner, the AOP will be delivering a host of educational and networking opportunities across the three days.

Delegates will have access to a wide range of education across optometry, dispensing and ophthalmology alongside hundreds of exhibitors.

Highlights include sessions from world-renowned speakers; delivering industry leading CPD, discussion workshops and peer reviews.

Dr Ian Beasley, AOP Head of Education, said: “With over 140 CPD sessions on offer across 11 different hubs, practitioners of all modes of practice have access to a range of education for their specific training needs. As we enter the second year of the CPD cycle, 100% Optical offers a unique opportunity to earn points and make sure you’re meeting the GOC’s requirements across all domains.”

“AOP members can also access exclusive CPD content as well as expert advice from our in-house team in the AOP lounge at the event.”

Bookings for the education sessions at 100% Optical open exclusively for AOP members on 3 January, with sessions available to pre-registered delegates from the 10 January before being open to all on the 11 January.

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100% Optical Education Program

Make the most of 100% Optical at the ABDO Stand

 

The team from the Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO) will be out in force at 100% Optical, the event for the UK optical profession.

Visit stand B210 to meet the ABDO president, vice president and staff at different times throughout the show. Members can take advantage of a coffee, chair and catch up from 10am each day of the event.

Live foreign body removal and axial length measurement demonstrations

Visit ABDO’s stand at 100% optical for live foreign body removal and axial length measurement demonstrations. Talk to ABDO Clinical Lead Max Halford and ask your questions about myopia management, MECS and more: Saturday – 11.30am and 4pm – Sunday – 12.45pm.

Meet the president

Members can talk to ABDO President Daryl Newsome who will be available Saturday and Sunday 2-4pm. ABDO Vice President Kevin Gutsell will also be available on stand B210 10-12noon each day.

Chat to staff

Meet a representative of the examinations and registration team Saturday and Sunday 10-3pm to discuss any questions you have, whether you are a student or supervisor.

Want to know about joining or discover your membership benefits? Meet Katie Docker, Head of ABDO membership Saturday afternoon and all-day Sunday and ask your membership queries.

Ask ABDO head of communication Antonia Chitty about ABDO’s work on Sustainability in the optical sector. Antonia will also be available to discuss the Careers in Eyecare campaign Saturday 4pm-6pm, Sunday 3pm-6pm and Monday all day.

If you would like to contribute to or advertise with Dispensing Optics magazine, you can meet members of the team on Saturday from 11-1pm and Sunday 11-2pm. Whether you would like to share your personal view in Jottings, or have news we should know about, you’ll be able to speak to the editorial team.

Educate yourself

ABDO’s CPD team will be running two CPD discussion workshops each day of the conference and you can also meet a member of the CPD team on the ABDO stand between 11 and 12 noon Saturday, 12 and 1 on Sunday and 11 and 12 on Monday. Sessions are as follows:

The dispensing optician: the healthcare professional with Alex Webster. This discussion workshop will explore the relevant legislation and regulation to establish the extent of the role of the Dispensing Optician in the UK. Optical care in the UK is commonly provided by a multidisciplinary team and it is essential that all team members understand the abilities and scope of practice of the Dispensing Optician.

The management of ptosis with Cheryl Hill. This discussion workshop will use small group discussion and provided equipment to show an understanding of the causes of ptosis, discuss different types of correction for it and take the relevant measurements to fit a frame with a ptosis aid.

More meetings

ABDO’s Nick Walsh will be on the stand every day to discuss management and leadership training, Saturday 10-12 and 13-18.00, Sunday 14-18.00 and Monday all day. You can also catch up with Alicia Thompson about ABDO’s new plans for research on Saturday and Sunday morning 10-1pm.

Find all the ABDO team at stand B210, 25-27 February. For more about the event visit https://www.100percentoptical.com/ For more about ABDO go to www.abdo.org.uk.

 

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Visit Heidelberg Engineering

Stand M329

Enjoy interactive CPD-accredited lectures from the Heidelberg Engineering Academy.

 

OUTATIME: A glimpse into the future of OCT

Tim Cole, Clinical Affairs Manager, Heidelberg Engineering

25th February 2023, 2:45pm

1 CPD point (lecture)

Key discussion points: Artificial intelligence, data protection, e-referrals, high resolution imaging, imaging software innovations.

 

OCTraining Workshop

Zachary Tomlinson, Clinical Affairs Manager, Heidelberg Engineering

26th February 2023, 11:30am

3 CPD points (peer review)

This workshop will provide guidance on how to systematically evaluate OCT images for signs of eye disease and how to correctly describe pathology in OCT scans to enhance your referrals.

Please register for educational sessions on the 100% Optical website.

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