Latest Photochromism Stories

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., July 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Taste of Chicago in Grant Park, Transitions Optical and industry partner Visionworks reached thousands of event attendees by providing complimentary vision screenings to children and adults at the Transitions(®) adaptive lenses tent. The event was the fourth stop along Transitions Optical's "Sightseeing City Tour," bringing awareness of healthy, enhanced vision to cities across the country. During the five-day...

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of the next stop on its 2012 Sightseeing City Tour, Transitions Optical, along with Pearle Vision, today reveals the Top 10 Sights to See in Seattle, and brings an exciting, interactive experience area aimed at educating consumers of all ages about the role of proper eye care and eyewear in seeing all of the 'sights' around you - whether on vacation or in your own backyard - to the Washington Brewer's Festival, June 15 -...

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Making the second stop on its 2012 Sightseeing City Tour, Transitions Optical, the Official Sponsor of Sightseeing, together with its partners Essilor and First Eye Care, unveils the Top 10 Sights to See in Dallas, and brings an exciting, interactive experience area aimed at educating consumers about the role of proper eye care and eyewear in seeing all of the 'sights' around you - whether on vacation or in your own backyard - to...

Despite a decrease in revenue caused by the recession, the Photochromic Lens Manufacturing industry maintained strong growth over the past five years due in part to the aging population and the need-based nature of eyewear. This growth will continue through 2017, propelled by aging baby boomers, economic recovery and an increase in disposable income. As more companies enter the industry, price competition will intensify, putting downward pressure on profit margins. For these reasons,...

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Many Americans put away their sunglasses and UV eye protection this time of year, but there is still a glaring need to protect the eyes and the skin around them from overexposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The Vision Council recommends UV eye protection that fit every travelers needs. "No matter where you are travelling this winter, the risk of damage to eyes from unprotected UV exposure is still...

The Hottest Fall Fashion with Unmatched Protection and Style in Colorful Light-Changing Lenses Ronkonkoma, NY (PRWEB) October 05, 2011 39DollarGlasses.com has introduced a line of photochromic lenses in green, blue, rose, yellow, and orange, called SMARTcolorsâ„¢ that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays. This product has been developed from cutting-edge technology and is available exclusively from 39DollarGlasses.com. Photochromic, or light-changing lenses, darken after exposure to...

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., July 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The results of recent, comprehensive research supported by Transitions Optical revealed that the majority of Americans are not taking the proper steps to care for the health of their eyes, and that awareness of both short- and long-term effects of UV exposure on vision is remarkably low. The results also indicated that overall awareness about eye health is even lower among certain ethnic groups, including Hispanics, African Americans and...

  A scientist from the University of Connecticut has perfected a method for creating quick-changing, variable colors in film and displays, such as sunglasses. The new technology has captured interest of the U.S. military as a way to assist soldiers who need to be able to see clearly in rapidly changing environments. According to the press release for the research, the process for creating the lenses also is less expensive and less wasteful to manufacturers than previous methods....

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Transitions Optical celebrated the first day of summer by declaring June 21st the "First Official Day to Live Life Less Squinty," challenging consumers to pledge to wear eyewear that will help improve the quality of vision by protecting the eyes from bright light and glare and reducing the need to squint, and also by scheduling regular, comprehensive eye exams with the eye doctor. To view the multimedia assets associated with this...

Matt Shipman, North Carolina State UniversityResearchers from North Carolina State University have created a range of soft, elastic gels that change color when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light "“ and change back when the UV light is removed or the material is heated up.The gels are impregnated with a type of photochromic compound called spiropyran. Spiropyrans change color when exposed to UV light, and the color they change into depends on the chemical environment surrounding the...