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7/27/2009	Transitions® VI finished lenses with “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating now available in hard resin	TORRANCE, CA
3/4/2009	Younger Optics partners with Transitions Optical to present the Drivewear seminar tour	TORRANCE, CA
3/3/2009	Younger Optics introduces high index 1.67 flat top 28 lenses	TORRANCE, CA
3/3/2009	NuPolar® Polarized lens family grows with new High index 1.67	TORRANCE, CA
3/3/2009	New Transitions® VI finished lenses from Younger Optics feature “Super Hydrophobic” AR coatings	TORRANCE, CA
11/5/2008	Younger Optics receives three Awards of Excellence at 2008 OLA	TORRANCE, CA
11/2/2008	New wallcharts and technical specification binders reflect increased availability and new product lines	TORRANCE, CA
9/1/2008	Younger Optics expands Drivewear® line with Polycarbonate Image® progressive lenses	TORRANCE, CA
5/2/2008	Drivewear® now available in polycarbonate	TORRANCE, CA
5/1/2008	First winner in Drivewear® sweepstakes announced	TORRANCE, CA
2/22/2008	Services to be held for Younger Optics Co-Founder Grace Rips	TORRANCE, CA
2/4/2008	Drivewear® lenses launched in Trinidad and Tobago	TORRANCE, CA
1/2/2008	Younger Optics introduces Image Wrap™ in a decentered design	TORRANCE, CA
1/1/2008	Younger Optics expands NuPolar® line with added base curve offerings	TORRANCE, CA
1/1/2008	Younger Optics introduces Drivewear® Flat Top 28	TORRANCE, CA
1/1/2008	Younger Optics appoints Tim Taft as territory manager to southern states	TORRANCE, CA
12/3/2007	New product release – informational Drivewear videos for the ECP & Patient	TORRANCE, CA
12/3/2007	Drivewear® Activated by Transitions® drives away with two awards at 2007 OLA	TORRANCE, CA
11/1/2007	Drivewear® wins best new product award at National Vision's annual vendor / partner meeting	TORRANCE, CA
11/1/2007	Younger Optics adds retail lens consultant to southern states	TORRANCE, CA
8/1/2007	New product release – Drivewear® Owner’s Manual	TORRANCE, CA
8/1/2007	Younger Optics adds retail lens consultant to Latin America	TORRANCE, CA
7/30/2007	Services for Younger Optics Founder Irving Rips, passes on at 79	TORRANCE, CA
7/1/2007	Drivewear® sets the pace at Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix	PITTSBURGH, PA
3/1/2007	Drivewear® wins top award at BRNO optical trade fair	CZECH REPUBLIC, EUROPE

7/27/2009

Transitions® VI finished lenses with “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating now available in hard resin


(TORRANCE, CA — June 2009) Younger Optics has added hard resin to their new Transitions® VI finished lens line; Poly was introduced earlier this year. Both materials offer a “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating and are available in single vision gray and brown colors. The response from Laboratories has been very positive to these lenses with a high quality AR coating that can outperform many of the more costly coatings now on the market. This AR’s hydrophobic properties allow water droplets to easily run off the surface of the lens without stains or streaks. These hydrophobic properties also help to remove smudges, dust, dirt and fingerprints, making the lenses easy to clean and maintain. Tests have shown this advanced coating is very durable, to resist scratching and peeling throughout the life of the lens.	The Super Hydrophobic AR on these finished lenses provides high transmission, to let more light through the lens and allow the wearer to see clearer, sharper images with the benefits of Transitions® VI Photochromic Technology. At the same time, the Super Hydrophobic AR prevents annoying reflections from coming off the wearer’s lenses, and has a pleasing, uniform reflected color. Transitions® VI finished lenses with “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating are available now in hard resin and polycarbonate from Younger Optics.	Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics has won 18 OLA awards during more than 50 years of bringing innovative products to the optical industry. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

3/4/2009

Younger Optics partners with Transitions Optical to present the Drivewear seminar tour


(TORRANCE, CA — March 2009) Younger Optics is teaming with Transitions Optical, Inc. to present seminars throughout the United States in a 21-city tour that will educate eyecare professionals about the benefits of Drivewear® lenses Activated by Transitions® and how they can increase sun lens sales. The national Drivewear Seminar Tour kicked off February 24 in Arcadia, CA, and will end on May 5 in Homestead, PA. Each seminar begins with dinner and registration, followed by “The Glaring Truth”, a 20-minute presentation by Transitions Optical, which explores the different types of glare and the best eyewear solutions to address each one. Then Younger Optics will present a one-hour, ABO-approved seminar entitled “Drivewear, Accelerating Your Sun Lens Business”.	“Right now, second pair sales are more important than ever,” said David Rips, President, Younger Optics. “By simply offering sunwear as a second pair to every customer, ECP’s can literally double the size of their practice. Virtually every patient drives and can benefit from Drivewear. The driving task is influenced by many factors, including glare, and understanding how patients can benefit from Drivewear lenses is vital. We’re excited to partner with Transitions to bring this information to the industry while offering eyecare professionals tools to educate their patients and build their businesses.”	As a special recognition for participation in the tour, Younger will provide each attendee with a certificate of completion, a complimentary voucher for a trial pair of Drivewear® lenses and a chance to win exciting prizes. Eyecare professionals can get more information and register online at www.drivewearlens.com.

3/3/2009

Younger Optics introduces high index 1.67 flat top 28 lenses


(TORRANCE, CA — March 2009) Now you can upgrade your flat top wearers to ultra-thin 1.67 high index Flat Top 28 clear lenses from Younger Optics. Ultra-thin 1.67 High Index lenses from Younger Optics (manufactured with high-performance MR-10™ resin) are a great choice for patients with high prescriptions. Thin High Index lenses result in a more cosmetically appealing lens, and work especially well in drilled rimless eyewear. When lens thickness consideration is essential, give them ultra-thin High Index 1.67 Flat Top 28 lenses. High Index 1.67 Flat Top 28 clear lenses are available now from Younger Optics in adds from 1.00D to 3.50D.	With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

3/3/2009

NuPolar® Polarized lens family grows with new High index 1.67


(TORRANCE, CA — March 2009) NuPolar, the world’s most popular polarized RX lens, now brings the quality and features you have come to expect from NuPolar to the 1.67 market. “The eyecare industry is aware of the many benefits of polarized lenses – that they remove glare and enhance visual acuity - but it’s also important to remember,” stresses David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics, “that not all polarized lenses are manufactured the same. While other polarized lenses vary in quality and performance, NuPolar consistently outperforms other products in the marketplace.” NuPolar 1.67 lenses are manufactured MR-10™ resin, a high performance material with good processing and stability characteristics. NuPolar 1.67 is offered in five base curves with precise film placement to allow for minimum thickness over a wide Rx range, and is backed by all applicable NuPolar warranties.	NuPolar 1.67 lenses are manufactured with all the features that make NuPolar unique: excellent heat stability (even when subjected to the elevated temperatures encountered during many hard coating and A/R coating processes), superb adhesion characteristics ensuring the lenses will not delaminate or separate, consistent true curve control (perfect for today’s digitally processed free-form requirements), and high polarization efficiency. NuPolar’s quality standards never allow your desired gray or brown colors to look too green or too blue, and NuPolar lenses are unrivaled in color uniformity, assuring consistent color matching. NuPolar High Index 1.67 lenses are available now in single vision gray & brown.	With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

3/3/2009

New Transitions® VI finished lenses from Younger Optics feature “Super Hydrophobic” AR coatings


(TORRANCE, CA — March 2009) Younger Optics now offers Transitions® VI finished polycarbonate lenses with “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating in single vision gray and brown. Independent tests* have shown that this Super Hydrophobic AR outperforms many of the AR coatings in use today. This AR’s hydrophobic properties allow water droplets to easily run off the surface of the lens without stains or streaks. These hydrophobic properties also help to remove smudges, dust, dirt and fingerprints, making the lenses easy to clean and maintain. Extreme tests have shown this advanced coating is very durable, to resist scratching and peeling throughout the life of the lens.	The Super Hydrophobic AR on these finished polycarbonate lenses provides high transmission, to let more light through the lens and allow the wearer to see clearer, sharper images with the benefits of Transitions® VI Photochromic Technology. At the same time, the Super Hydrophobic AR prevents annoying reflections from coming off the wearer’s lenses, and has a pleasing, uniform reflected color. Transitions® VI finished polycarbonate lenses with “Super Hydrophobic” AR coating are available now from Younger Optics.	Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics has won 18 OLA awards during more than 50 years of bringing innovative products to the optical industry. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

11/5/2008

Younger Optics receives three Awards of Excellence at 2008 OLA

Younger Optics was honored with 3 OLA Awards of Excellence at the most recent OLA meeting (held November 6 - 8 in Nashville, Tennessee), bringing the company up to a total of 18 Awards, including the first award ever presented in 1987.

“OLA believes it is important to recognize the Ophthalmic Industry suppliers who have made an outstanding contribution to the laboratory community and allied professions. An OLA Award of Excellence is the most prestigious award our industry offers,” said Barney Dougher, OLA President.

Two of the awards received this year recognized Younger’s newest product line: Drivewear® lenses, Activated by Transitions®. These categories included Best in Lens Materials: Drivewear in Polycarbonate, and Best in Marketing: Drivewear Informational Videos (a 60 second loop for the patient waiting room, and a 3 minute training video for Eyecare Professionals).

The third award was for Best in Lens Design: Image Wrap™ Decentered Design (available in NuPolar® Gray Polycarbonate).

“We are thrilled and very thankful to be recognized by the optical industry by these awards,” said Younger Optics President, David Rips. “It is our tradition - and our goal - to bring innovative products to the industry that help make your company successful.”

Irving Rips, founder of Younger Optics, was also honored posthumously at the 2008 OLA with an induction into the Hall of Fame Optical Pioneers; David Rips proudly accepted the award on his father’s behalf.

11/2/2008

New wallcharts and technical specification binders reflect increased availability and new product lines


(TORRANCE, CA — November 2008) Younger Optics has recently made product reference easier and more convenient for their customers with the introduction of two documents – Updated Younger Optics Wallcharts and New Technical Specification binders. The updated wallchart reflects product lines that have grown considerably to include the new Image Wrap™ lens, NuPolar® copper and Green-15®, 1.67 High Index lenses, Flat Top 28 Trilogy® Transitions® lenses, Transitions® 1.60 High Index lenses, and odd base curve ranges throughout several product lines.	There’s even an entire new category of lens – Drivewear® lenses Activated by Transitions® (www.drivewearlens.com)! The wallchart, measuring 33.5 inches by 28 inches, is designed to be both functional and graphically appealing. The new technical specifications binder contains loose-leaf pages that can be removed and replaced when new products become available, and is large enough to accommodate additional literature and product materials. Like the wallchart, it is designed to be visually appealing as well as an easy and convenient reference point for all of Younger’s products.	To obtain these new documents or to learn more about any of Younger Optics’ fine products, please feel free to contact your Younger Optics sales representative or the Younger Marketing Department by calling (800) 877-5367. Younger also welcomes you to visit their newly redesigned website at www.youngeroptics.com, where you can find great information about the company and products, including downloadable versions of all of Younger’s technical specifications.

9/1/2008

Younger Optics expands Drivewear® line with Polycarbonate Image® progressive lenses


(TORRANCE, CA — September 2008) Younger Optics has once again expanded the availability of their innovative line of sunlenses by introducing Drivewear® IMAGE® progressives in polycarbonate. “Without a doubt, since we released Drivewear lenses, the two biggest product requests have been for polycarbonate and for a progressive. In the past year, we’ve managed to fulfill both those requests, with Drivewear polycarbonate Single Vision and the Image lens in Hard Resin. Now, we’re bringing the two together with the new Polycarbonate Drivewear Image progressive,” said David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics. The award-winning IMAGE progressive has been rated favorably among recent independent studies. This is in part because IMAGE boasts one of the widest distortion free distance zones in the industry, a key advantage for the driving task. From the dashboard to the road ahead, IMAGE provides excellent viewing at near, far and intermediate distances, and can accommodate Rx ranges of -9D to +7D, with 1.00 – 3.00 add powers. And now, Drivewear progressive wearers can take advantage of the high impact resistance and higher index polycarbonate offers.	Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear Activated by Transitions® is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car. For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com.	Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

5/2/2008

Drivewear® now available in polycarbonate


(TORRANCE, CA — May 2008) Drivewear® Activated by Transitions® lenses are now available in single vision polycarbonate. “Drivewear in Polycarbonate has been the number one request since Drivewear was introduced, and we are excited to announce its release,” said David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics. Eyecare professionals and patients can now take advantage of the high impact resistance and higher index polycarbonate offers. Drivewear is also available in hard resin plano, single vision, Flat Top 28 bifocals and Younger’s IMAGE® progressive.	Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another distinct advantage when driving a car.

5/1/2008

First winner in Drivewear® sweepstakes announced


(TORRANCE, CA — May 2008) A winner has been named in the first of two drawings for a Sony 52” LCD TV in the Drivewear consumer sweepstakes. Howard Geyer won the grand prize after registering the Drivewear® lenses Activated by Transitions® he purchased from Eye Desire in Miami Beach, Florida. Patients who purchase Drivewear, like Howard Geyer, can register their lenses by either returning the provided registration card or by registering their lenses online at www.drivewearlens.com. Informative Owner’s Manuals that are distributed to the consumer with their purchase of Drivewear lenses are designed to thank the patient and to help them better understand the benefits and features of the product in friendly language. When patients return the included postcard to register their lenses (or register online), they receive a free gift from Younger Optics and are automatically entered into the Drivewear Sweepstakes drawings.	“My Drivewear lenses are fantastic,” said Howard Geyer, grand prize winner. “I live in Florida and have used photochromic lenses before, but most of the photochromic lenses don't get dark enough in the heat of the Florida sun. That's why I love my Drivewear lenses, they get dark even when it's hot. For anyone who wants a photochromic lens, Drivewear is it." In addition to the LCD TV grand prize, Apple iPods were awarded to twenty other lucky Drivewear registrants. A second drawing for an LCD TV and twenty Apple iPods will take place this July. About the Drivewear Lens: Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: NuPolar® polarization and Transitions™ Photochromic Technology.	Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. The polarization properties of Drivewear lenses will block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car. For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

2/22/2008

Services to be held for Younger Optics Co-Founder Grace Rips


(TORRANCE, CA — February 2008) Grace “Bebe” Rips, co-founder of Younger Optics, passed away on Wednesday morning, February 20th. Bebe worked side by side everyday with her husband Irving, to build Younger Optics from an idea and a backyard garage, into a successful and innovative optical company employing nearly 1,000 people worldwide. Bebe brought to the partnership strong business skills to complement her husband’s creativity. She proudly raised and nurtured her three children (Ted, David and Debby) along with the company during her 57 years of marriage. She is also survived by 8 loving grandchildren. For more than 50 years, Younger Optics benefited from Bebe’s guidance and enthusiasm.	As Mrs. Rips donated to many different charities like her husband Irving, the family suggests that anyone wishing to make a donation, in lieu of flowers, should contact Hadassah Southern California (310) 276-0036, in Bebe Rips’ name.	Funeral services will be held at Mount Sinai Cemetery 5950 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles on Friday, February 22nd at 11:00am.

2/4/2008

Drivewear® lenses launched in Trinidad and Tobago


(TORRANCE, CA — February 2008) Younger Optics teamed up with Value Optical during the weekend of January 25 – 26 to introduce consumers to Drivewear® lenses at the Premier Cinema and Mall on the island of Trinidad. The islands of Trinidad & Tobago in the southern Caribbean together occupy approximately 5000 sq km and have over 4000 km of roadways, with over 400,000 cars on the island’s network. The event promoted eye health and safety and educated drivers of all ages about the benefits of wearing the Drivewear lens. The booth attracted crowds by displaying a Porsche Cayman sports car and models sporting Drivewear lenses in Porsche frames.	“I only use polarized lenses for my sunglasses and the Drivewear lens meets and surpasses all my expectations of a premium sunglass lens,” said Ameer Ali, Optician and Lab Manager of Optex Laboratories, at the event. “Simply, this lens is fantastic and I will recommend it as one of two primary spectacle pairs for all my patients.” Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

1/2/2008

Younger Optics introduces Image Wrap™ in a decentered design

(TORRANCE, CA — January 2008) Younger Optics now offers their award-winning IMAGE® progressive in a new decentered design for steeply wrapped frames. Younger is launching the new IMAGE WRAP™ lens in polycarbonate NuPolar® Gray, a great choice for people with active lifestyles who typically wear sporty wrap frames.

David Rips, president and CEO of Younger Optics, explains the need for this new decentered design: “Standard progressive designs often do not offer enough lens material for wrap sunframes. As every laboratory technician knows, when the lens doesn’t “cut out,” it becomes a real headache for the laboratory and the doctor, as they must decide whether to change the frame or progressive lens style. Either way, it spells trouble that can result in lost business and a lot of aggravation for everyone… no one likes having to go back to the patient and tell them that they can’t have what they want. Younger now offers a better solution.”

Benefits of Decentered Design:

Available in +8 BC for “Wrap Frames”

Decentered 7mm to allow for maximum cut-out opportunity

An effective blank size of 83mm

No secondary calculations necessary for use

Great for narrow PD’s

Now the ability to match premium Image® NuPolar® Poly technology with today’s premium sunglass frames

No need to compromise technology and performance on Rx sunglasses due to cut-out issues

With one of the widest distance zones in the industry, the IMAGE progressive design is ideal for sunwear

Many of today’s progressive designs do not perform well as prescription sunwear. IMAGE was designed with sunwear in mind, with an emphasis on maintaining clear unobstructed distance vision. In a recent independent study, it was found that IMAGE had one of the widest distance zones of all the designs tested. NuPolar is the world’s most popular prescription polarized sunwear. Lightweight, thin and impact resistant, IMAGE NuPolar in polycarbonate can be a great choice for sports, active lifestyles, or when safety is your primary concern. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

1/1/2008

Younger Optics expands NuPolar® line with added base curve offerings


(TORRANCE, CA — January 2008) Younger Optics is expanding its NuPolar® product line with additional base curves, available in single diopter increments from 1.25 to 8.25. The new base curve offerings are available in NuPolar’s two most popular colors – Gray 3 and brown – and are ideal for digital processing.	“It’s important to us to continually bring our customers new products that keep up with cutting edge technology,” said David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics,” so they can feel comfortable in looking to Younger to meet all of their present - and future - lens needs.” NuPolar’s newly expanded base curve range is currently available in Single Vision Hard Resin Gray 3 and brown.	Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics has won 12 OLA awards during more than 50 years of bringing innovative products to the optical industry. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

1/1/2008

Younger Optics introduces Drivewear® Flat Top 28


(TORRANCE, CA — January 2008) Younger Optics has recently expanded the availability of their Drivewear line by adding a Flat Top 28 in hard resin. “Our Drivewear customers have been asking for a flat top since Drivewear was released, and Younger is proud to be able to meet that need,” said David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics. Drivewear is also currently available in hard resin plano, single vision and Younger’s IMAGE® progressive.	Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another distinct advantage when driving a car.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

1/1/2008

Younger Optics appoints Tim Taft as territory manager to southern states


(TORRANCE, CA — January 2008) Younger Optics is proud to announce the appointment of Timothy Taft as Territory Manager to the southern states of Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico.	Tim brings 15 years of experience in sales, and has spent the past five years in the optical industry. As Territory Manager, Tim will support Younger customers and assist in the education of industry professionals on the wide variety of Younger products available, such as NuPolar®, Trilogy®, IMAGE® and the new Drivewear® lens. “Tim has excellent management skills and a proven track record of building relationships that benefit the industry and our customers,” said David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics. Tim Taft can be reached at (800) 863-7390.	With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics continues its tradition of quality lens innovation in 2008 with expanding availabilities in its Drivewear®, NuPolar® polarized, IMAGE® progressive and Trilogy® lens lines. For more information about Younger Optics, Drivewear lenses and other products, visit the company’s web sites at www.youngeroptics.com, or www.drivewearlens.com.

12/3/2007

New product release – informational Drivewear videos for the ECP & Patient


(TORRANCE, CA — December 2007) Younger Optics now offers two high quality videos with information on Drivewear® lenses Activated by Transitions®: a 60-second looping video for the patient waiting room, and a 3-minute Drivewear training video for Eye Care Professionals. The first explains the benefits of Drivewear technology at the consumer level, showing and explaining how Drivewear lenses react in real life situations – from driving in overcast and daylight conditions to boating and bike riding outdoors in bright light conditions. The second adds important information about complimentary marketing materials available for your practice through Younger Optics. Both videos come in DVD format, and are offered at no charge.	About the Drivewear Lens: Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

12/3/2007

Drivewear® Activated by Transitions® drives away with two awards at 2007 OLA


(TORRANCE, CA — December 2007) Drivewear®, Activated by Transitions®, drove away with two OLA Awards of Excellence this year. Drivewear received the win for the “Best in Lens Materials” category as well as in the “Best in Marketing” category for The Art & Science of Drivewear, Education Tour and Marketing Materials. Younger Optics, manufacturer of Drivewear lenses, has made a variety of appealing and informative marketing materials available to the lab and dispenser. Younger also teamed up with Transitions to host a series of seminars across the nation to educate Eye Care Professionals about the unprecedented, revolutionary technology of the Drivewear lens as well as the incredible marketing opportunity it’s brought to the optical industry.	David Rips, President and CEO of Younger Optics, points out that he has never before seen a product take off like Drivewear. “We are very honored and pleased to have received both these awards, and I am proud of everyone at Younger and at Transitions who has helped to make Drivewear a success,” said Rips. “Drivewear fills a huge niche market – drivers – and we have gotten a lot of positive feedback from both ECPs and consumers who have tried the Drivewear lens. The optical industry has greeted Drivewear with great enthusiasm and we are looking forward to making Drivewear available in more materials and styles in the near future.” Designed specifically to address the unique demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car, which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision and provide protection from blinding glare. The Drivewear lens is currently available in Single Vision, IMAGE® Progressive and Finished Plano Hard Resin. Winners were announced last month in Indianapolis, Indiana. Younger Optics has won 15 OLA Awards of Excellence since 1987 for lens innovation, technology and creativity.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com. Transitions Optical, headquartered in Pinellas Park, was the first to successfully commercialize a plastic photochromic lens in 1990. As the leading supplier of photochromics to optical manufacturers, Transitions Optical offers the most advanced photochromic technology and the widest selection of lens designs, materials and brand names. Transitions Lenses are the #1 recommended photochromic lens worldwide. For more information about the company and Transitions Lenses, visit www.transitions.com or contact Transitions Optical Customer Service at (800) 848-1506 (United States) or (877) 254-2590 (Canada).

11/1/2007

Drivewear® wins best new product award at National Vision's annual vendor / partner meeting


(Torrance, CA — November 2007) At its recent annual meeting and awards banquet held in Duluth, Georgia, National Vision presented its Best New Product Award to Younger Optics for Drivewear, a revolutionary new lens made possible through the cooperation of Younger Optics and Transitions Optical, Inc. and designed specifically to address the unique demands of the driving task. "Each year we evaluate all the tremendous new products brought to market,” said Des Taylor, NVI Senior Vice President. “This year, for the first time, we were excited to launch a product that combined two outstanding technologies - NuPolar® polarizing technology and Transitions™ photochromic technology. Drivewear has created a new lens category and has created tremendous new excitement within our company - we are pleased to partner with Younger Optics and honor them with the Best New Product Award at NVI.” Jotinderpal “Sid” Sidhu, Younger Optics Vice President, said, “We wish to thank NVI for this great honor. We too are pleased to partner with NVI and bring to market a whole new lens category: Drivewear.”	Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car. This allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. And since Drivewear lenses are Activated by Transitions™, wearers can be assured that their lenses are enhanced with superior and patented Transitions™ Photochromic Technology to automatically optimize visual performance in variable light conditions and to help protect eye health. Drivewear lenses also utilize NuPolar, the world’s leading polarized Rx technology, to provide protection from blinding glare. For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.	Transitions Optical, headquartered in Pinellas Park, was the first to successfully commercialize a plastic photochromic lens in 1990. As the leading supplier of photochromics to optical manufacturers, Transitions Optical offers the most advanced photochromic technology and the widest selection of lens designs, materials and brand names. Transitions Lenses are the #1 recommended photochromic lens worldwide. For more information about the company and Transitions Lenses, visit www.transitions.com or contact Transitions Optical Customer Service at (800) 848-1506 (United States) or (877) 254-2590 (Canada). Pictured left to right: Des Taylor, Bruce Steffey, Jotinderpal “Sid” Sidhu, Trish Moynihan, Dan Cameron, Reade Fahs

11/1/2007

Younger Optics adds retail lens consultant to southern states


(TORRANCE, CA — November 2007) – Chris Gallagher has joined Younger Optics as a retail lens consultant to the Southern United States. Based out of Birmingham, Alabama, Chris will lend support to dispensaries in his home state as well as parts of Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Arkansas. As retail lens consultant, he will educate managers and staff on the variety of Younger products available to them and provide sales and point-of-purchase materials, particularly for Younger’s NuPolar®, Drivewear® and Trilogy® product lines. Chris brings more than fourteen years’ experience and a detailed knowledge of the optical industry to the ECPs in his area. He graduated from the University of South Alabama and has worked with both National and Independent Optometrists as Retail Manager, Lab Manager and General Manager. His service-oriented attitude compliments Younger’s goal of being “The Easiest Company to do Business With.” He joins a growing team of retail lens consultants with territories across the United States.		Younger Optics is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar brand. With world headquarters in Torrance, CA, Younger Optics has won 13 OLA awards during more than 50 years of bringing innovative products to the optical industry. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

8/1/2007

New product release – Drivewear® Owner’s Manual


(TORRANCE, CA — August 2007) Patients who purchase Drivewear® lenses will now automatically receive an informative new Owner’s Manual with their eyewear. The Owner’s Manual is designed to both thank the patient for their purchase and to help them better understand the benefits and features of the product. The manual further explains the main benefits of Drivewear lenses in a consumer-friendly language, and directs wearers to the Drivewear website (drivewearlens.com) for more detailed information. Included with the Owner’s Manual will be a registration card, which patients can send in to receive a free gift from Younger Optics, and to be entered into drawings to win a 52” LCD TV or an Apple 30GB iPod. The Owner’s Manual and registration card are neatly put together in one convenient packet that is designed to easily fit into virtually any eyeglass case. Dispensers will receive the new Owner’s Manual packet automatically when they receive the finished Drivewear glasses from their preferred laboratory.	About the Drivewear Lens: Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: NuPolar® polarization and Transitions™ Photochromic Technology. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. The polarization properties of Drivewear lenses will block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar® brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com.

8/1/2007

Younger Optics adds retail lens consultant to Latin America


(TORRANCE, CA, USA — August 2007) Natalia Duran has joined Younger Optics as International Retail Lens Consultant to Central America. As retail lens consultant, Natalia will lend support to dispensaries in Latin America, educating managers and staff on the variety of Younger products available to them and providing sales and point-of-purchase materials, particularly for Younger’s NuPolar® and Trilogy™ product lines. Along with these core products, Natalia will introduce Latin America to what is perhaps the most innovative new lens in recent years - a lens that Younger Optics has aptly named Drivewear®. Natalia graduated from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica in 2001 with a degree in Optometry and has worked in the optical industry ever since. She has a good understanding of Latin American culture, is fluent in Spanish and English, and has experience working in both optometry and ophthalmology as an Optometrist.	“We are pleased to continue expanding our company’s vision and products on an international level,” said Tom Kanaplue, Territory Manager, “And Natalia has a strong level of experience and knowledge to bring to Latin America.” After more than 50 years of optical lens innovation, Younger Optics has recently unveiled their most exciting new product to date: a revolutionary new lens designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task -- Drivewear®. Drivewear lenses uniquely combine two of the most advanced technologies found in the eyeglass industry today: Transitions™ Photochromic Technology and NuPolar® polarization. Because Drivewear lenses are Activated by Transitions™, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car which allows them to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. In addition, Drivewear lenses are polarized to block blinding glare, another essential attribute when driving a car.	For more information about Drivewear lenses, visit www.drivewearlens.com. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com, or call (800) 877-5367.

7/30/2007

Services for Younger Optics Founder Irving Rips, passes on at 79


(TORRANCE, CA — July 2007) Irving Rips, founder of Younger Optics, passed away Monday morning, July 30th. Irving was born on November 1st 1927 in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended Creighton University where he studied philosophy. Irving got started in the optical industry at a very early age by fusing glass bifocals in his uncle’s factory. In 1954, Irving had a better idea; He wanted to design a bifocal without the line. Months of hard work in his garage yielded the world’s first seamless bifocal. This lens made people look “Younger”. Younger Optics was formed in 1955 to make the lens that set the stage for many innovations to follow. Irving continued to invent a series of new products that the industry had not seen before.	Early aspherics, progressives, high index, UV lenses, and other unique plastic lens products all resulted from Irving’s extraordinary creativity and determination. In recognition of Irving’s contributions to the optical industry he was awarded the OLA lifetime achievement award in 1992. As Younger Optics has grown from those early years into a very successful corporation, Irving continued to innovate and help the staff wherever he could. His life was filled with the quest for knowledge. He collected rare books, read everything he could, and applied the knowledge in unpredictable ways. Irving set a standard for innovation and determination that will live on at Younger.	He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Grace (Bebe) Rips and three children, Ted, David, and Debby, and 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Mount Sinai Cemetery 5950 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles on Wednesday, August 1st at 11:00am. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar brand.

7/1/2007

Drivewear® sets the pace at Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix


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3/1/2007

Drivewear® wins top award at BRNO optical trade fair


(CZECH REPUBLIC, EUROPE — March 2007) Younger Optics has been recognized as a leader in lens innovation, technology and creativity at the 13th International Fair for Eye Optics, Optometry and Ophthalmology held in the Czech Republic February 23-25 this year. Younger’s Drivewear® exhibit was honored with the top award in the “spectacle lens” category (producer Younger Optics, exhibitor Omega Optix). Drivewear is a revolutionary new lens made possible through the cooperation of Younger Optics (manufacturer of NuPolar® Polarized Lenses) and Transitions Optical, Inc. and designed specifically to address the unique demands of the driving task. “We are honored to receive this award, and I am very proud of our development team for gaining this accomplishment,” said Igor Loshak, Managing Director of Younger Optics Europe. “Drivewear is one of the biggest technological breakthroughs in our industry – we really created a whole new category in lenses. I believe the new technology that Drivewear brings will change the way patients wear ophthalmic lenses by allowing them to use a single ophthalmic sun lens in more situations than is now possible.”	The TOP OPTA Competition awards one product as “best exhibit” in each of the following categories: spectacle lenses, contact lenses, frames (including sunglasses), and equipment and technologies for eye optics and ophthalmology. The competition is held in the BRNO Exhibition Centre at the OPTA International Fair, which prides itself in not just presenting the top fashion spectacle frames, glasses and contact lenses, or technology and equipment, but also in serving as a centre of education, offering numerous specialized lectures and seminars for optical professionals. The OPTA International Fair had 222 exhibitors and 19 participating countries last year. Designed specifically to meet the unique visual demands of the driving task, Drivewear is the first polarized photochromic lens to darken behind the windshield of a car, which allows Drivewear lenses to change color based on current driving conditions in order to enhance the driver’s vision. And since Drivewear lenses are Activated by Transitions™, wearers can be assured that their lenses are enhanced with superior and patented Transitions™ Photochromic Technology to automatically optimize visual performance in variable light conditions and to help protect eye health. Drivewear lenses also utilize NuPolar, the world’s leading polarized Rx technology, to provide protection from blinding glare.	For more information and technical details, visit www.drivewearlens.com. Younger Optics is headquartered in Torrance, CA, and is recognized as the world leader in prescription polarized lenses with its NuPolar brand. For more information about Younger Optics, NuPolar lenses and other products, visit the company’s web site at www.youngeroptics.com. Transitions Optical, headquartered in Pinellas Park, was the first to successfully commercialize a plastic photochromic lens in 1990. As the leading supplier of photochromics to optical manufacturers, Transitions Optical offers the most advanced photochromic technology and the widest selection of lens designs, materials and brand names. Transitions Lenses are the #1 recommended photochromic lens worldwide. For more information about the company and Transitions Lenses, visit www.transitions.com or contact Transitions Optical Customer Service at (800) 848-1506 (United States) or (877) 254-2590 (Canada).