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March 2, 2010

Santinelli International Announces Variety of Free VEE Workshops

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International, the lens finishing equipment provider, is offering complimentary, hands-on workshops at their Vision Expo East booth. The one-hour workshops will focus on a different subject each day of the show: Rimless Assembly, Lindberg Frames and Auto-Lensometry techniques

March 2, 2010

Free Digital Pupilometer at Santinelli International’s VEE Booth

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International will be offering free Nidek Digital Pupilometers, along with a lens edger purchase, at their Vision Expo East Booth (#1336) this year.  The ergonomically-designed digital pupilometer shows readings on an LED display. In addition, it measures binocular and monocular PDs ranging from 43 - 83 mm. in .05 mm. increments. A large dial for distance settings allow the optician to select from 30 cm. to 8. The result is unsurpassed accuracy and precision.

February 2010

Santinelli International’s Exhibits the Old With the New at VEE

HAUPPAUGE, NY – At this year’s Vision Expo East, Santinelli International will be demonstrating their long-term commitment and contributions to the industry by exhibiting new and old technology side-by-side. The new technology includes the company’s three levels of lens edging systems, including the new Ice 900 Blocker. Representing more historic technology will be the Lemay Diamaline Automatic Bevel Edger, the industry’s first diamond bevel edger.

February 18, 2010

Santinelli & Eyenovate Offer Complimentary Sunlenses at VEE

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International and Eyenovate are offering complimentary Chemistrie™ Sunlenses which will be customized to qualified attendees’ existing eyewear. The sunlenses will be fabricated “live” at the show, utilizing Santinelli International’s exclusive lens edger “Click Mode”.

September 28, 2009

New CAD Blocker from Santinelli International

Hauppauge, NY –Santinelli International recently introduced the Ice 900, one of the most advanced CAD lens blockers available. This highly intuitive unit features the Integrated Shape Imager (ISI), which photographs any demo lens, including those for rimless drill mounts, and identifies hole position. The ISI function is supported by a “Wizard Tutorial” directly on the screen of the unit, including computer generated renditions of its operation.

September 18, 2009

NIDEK Distributors Converge in Japan

Hauppauge, NY – The three U.S. distributors of the optical, ophthalmic and diagnostic products engineered by NIDEK Co. Ltd. recently met with the Japan-based company’s executive management team in Gamagori, Japan to develop strategies for better leveraging their collective brand strength and presenting a more unified front.


June 20, 2009

Santinelli Adds “Click Mode” to Lex 1000 System & Offers Free Sunlenses

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International, the leader in lens finishing equipment, is introducing “Click Mode” software for its Lex 1000 Edging System with Lex Drill at this year’s Vision Expo West. The proprietary software, which premiered on the company’s ME-1000 model earlier this year, allows retailers and labs to easily fabricate Chemistrie Sunlenses on their lens edger.

May 1, 2009

New Video Tech Support on Santinelli International’s Website

Hauppauge, NY – Taking advantage of today’s internet technology, Santinelli International now has technical support videos as part of its website’s Online Support section. The videos were developed as an advanced response to many of the website’s Frequently Asked Questions, which originated from client input.

April 8, 2009

Santinelli Offers Hybrid Filtration Unit

Hauppauge, NY – With environmental concerns in mind, Santinelli International introduces the newly developed Lfu 220, a tank and pump hybrid system with centrifugal filtration technology, which drastically decreases water consumption.

March 10, 2009

Santinelli Redefines the Lens Edger, Teaming up With Eyenovate

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International is introducing an exclusive lens edger “Click Mode”, which will enable ECP’s to create customized, elegant Chemistrie™ Sunlenses easily and profitably. The lens finishing provider has recently teamed up with Eyenovate, a Pittsburgh-based company which sells stylish and truly unique sunlenses that magnetically self-align onto prescription eyewear.

January, 2009

Santinelli International Holds National Sales Meeting

HAUPPAUGE, NY – January 2009, Santinelli International held its annual National Sales Meeting in the foothills of Vernon Valley, NJ in early January. Executive management, product management, sales and marketing gathered to focus on improved efficiencies toward increased client satisfaction.

September, 2008

Santinelli International’s Offers More High-Base Curve Beveling Solutions

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International has just released its high-base curve technology in two additional lens edger models. The same patented beveling process which premiered in the Lex 1000 Lens Edger is now available on the company’s ME-1000 Design+ Lens Edger and SE-9090 Express+ Industrial Lens Edger (optional with PLB8 model). In addition, the SE-9090 Express+ PLB8 can also polish the high-curve bevel.

June, 2008

Santinelli International Premieres “Impact Movie”

Hauppauge, NY –Santinelli International, the leading provider of lens finishing equipment, presents a summer blockbuster. The exciting 3-minute “Impact Movie” delivers a short, educational message about the company and its wide product range. The unique presentation is now available on the company’s website. Alternatively, you can request an email link to it by calling 800.644.3343 (ext. 307) or by writing to: impactmovie@santinelli.com.

May, 2008

Santinelli International’s 35th Anniversary

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International celebrates its 35th Anniversary this year. The recognized leader in lens finishing equipment was founded in 1973 by Joseph Santinelli, the company’s Chairman of the Board. What began as a one-man operation out of Mr. Santinelli’s home office is now a world-class organization with 75 employees headquartered in central Long Island.

February, 2008

Santinelli International Sends Comfort to Iraq

Hauppauge, NY – The associates at Santinelli International have teamed up to show their appreciation and support for our troops overseas. Knowing that the husband of one of the company’s associates is a U.S. Army Captain currently stationed in Iraq, the team felt particularly inspired to take action. Company associates collected items for several over-sized care packages which were then shipped to the Captain’s unit, nicknamed The Immortals.

January, 2008

Santinelli International Introduces New Entry-Level Edger

Hauppauge, NY -- Santinelli International presents its all-new Le 1000 Lens Edger Series, the company’s most affordable edging systems for entry-level and budget conscious Eye Care Practitioners. This series rounds out the company’s 2008 product line-up, joining the mid-range LEX Series and the flagship ME Series.

December, 2007

Former NY Jets Player Marty Lyons Visits Santinelli International

Hauppauge, NY --- For the fourth consecutive year, the associates at Santinelli International joined forces to make the holiday season a little brighter for those less fortunate. In December, the company welcomed Marty Lyons, a former player for the New York Jets, to collect their donated gifts for children who are ill, in support of the “Marty Lyons Foundation”. 

October, 2007

Santinelli’s New LEX Series Meets Latest Industry Needs

Hauppauge, NY – Santinelli International, the industry leader, proudly introduces its all-new LEX Lens Edger Series. The series features the highly intuitive Lex1000 edger, which is engineered with the most advanced technology available on the market. Its functions enable eyecare professionals to confidently handle even the most challenging edging jobs in-house, including high-base curve, super-hydrophobic coated and small “b” dimension lenses, thereby increasing profits.

May, 2007

Santinelli International Introduces Screw Grinder

Hauppauge , NY – Santinelli International announces the introduction of Screw Grinder ™ , an easy to use tool for finishing rimless screws. Screw Grinder ™ provides an alternative solution to hand filing for professional-looking results.

February, 2007

Santinelli International Welcomes Fred Paris and Tag Heuer as new VEE Rimless Workshop Sponsors

Hauppauge , NY – Fred Paris and Tag Heuer have recently become sponsors of Santinelli International's “EZ Rimless Assembly Workshops” at Vision Expo East. Premiere Vision , distributor of the high-end frames, joins Seiko and Hilco as co-sponsors of this program. Since its inception, 36 workshop sessions have been organized, educating close to 120 ECPs on valuable Tips & Tricks of assembling and adjusting 3-piece mount eyewear.

November, 2006

SANTINELLI MANAGEMENT GATHERS TO STRATEGIZE FOR 2007

Hauppauge , NY – Last week, the Santinelli International Management Team gathered in Up-State New York for their annual Business Planning Session. The group of directors and managers met to identify recent industry trends, review client needs and develop both short- and long-term goals. The management team, representing each of the company's departments, then focused on creating unique strategies to support these goals in an effort to better service their growing client base.

November, 2006

Santinelli's New ME-1000 DESIGN+ Inspires Creativity

Hauppauge , NY – Santinelli International has recently introduced the ME-1000 DESIGN+ Multifunction Edger. This up-grade to the company's ME-1000 edger features exclusive Lens Facet and Partial Grooving functions, enabling eye care practitioners to expand, create, and customize rimless eyewear.

September 1, 2006

Santinelli International & NIDEK Celebrate 15 th Anniversary

Hauppauge , NY – This year represents the 15 th Anniversary of Santinelli International and NIDEK’s partnership. In 1991, Santinelli International introduced NIDEK’s line of finishing equipment to the U.S. market with great success from the onset. Through a strong relationship maintained over the last fifteen years, these two companies have created the number one brand in lens finishing equipment in the U.S.

June, 2006

SANTINELLI DISTRIBUTING 3M ™ OPTICAL SUPPLIES

Hauppauge , NY – Santinelli International, the leader in lens finishing, and 3M, based in St. Paul, Minnesota, have recently entered into a direct distribution agreement. 3M products are well known in the industry for consistently providing superior performance in torque resistance and adhesion during lens processing. These optical supplies help customers maximize edging performance, protecting the lens and reducing lens waste. Among the supplies Santinelli will now be distributing are 3M™ LEAP™ III Finish Blocking Pads, 3M™ Anti-Slip Discs, 3M™ Surface Saver™ Plus Tape and 3M™ Blue Chip Protectors.

May 12, 2006

NIDEK Celebrates 10 th Anniversary Lens Edger Summit

Milan , Italy – NIDEK Co., Ltd, the global leader in lens edging equipment, and other ophthalmic instruments, recently held its 10 th Worldwide Summit Meeting in Milan, Italy, with record-breaking attendance. Over 65 attendees, with distributors from 35 countries, gathered to review market needs, explore new solutions and review up-coming products at this celebratory meeting.

April 1, 2006

Santinelli International Launches Custom ‘eyes’ ed Software

Hauppauge , NY – As the predominant expert in processing rimless drill mounts, Santinelli International is launching Fashion Lab, an innovative software solution by Activisu Solutions that provides the customization of rimless eyewear. With Fashion Lab, ECP’s can better meet their patients’ needs and manage their lens finishing lab more easily, efficiently, and profitably.

October 20, 2005

Santinelli International Introduces SE-9090 Express Plus

Hauppauge , NY - Santinelli International proudly introduces the SE-9090 Express Plus, an up-graded version of the 2004 OLA Award-winner. This new version is 25% faster and designed with exclusive dual spindle technology that allows for multi-tasking processes.

August 17, 2005

RIMLESS DESIGNER FROM SANTINELLI TO LAUNCH AT VEW!

Hauppauge , NY – At the up-coming International Vision Expo West, Santinelli International will launch their new RD-100 Rimless Designer. The RD-100 is a “must-have” for any lab processing one-of-a-kind, 3-piece mounts. It allows the operator to capture the lens image via an integrated, high-resolution camera.

August 15, 2005

SANTINELLI OFFERS MID-RANGE INTELLIGENT BLOCKER

Hauppauge , NY – The new ICE-Mini Intelligent CAD Blocker from Santinelli International represents a significant enhancement to the company’s product line. When combined with any of Santinelli International’s LE-9000 series edgers, the ICE-Mini provides one of the best complete retail lens edging systems available in its category.

August 11, 2002

CLIENT SERVICES GROWS AT SANTINELLI INTERNATIONAL

Hauppauge , NY – Escalating its strong focus and commitment to optimal service and support for its clients, Santinelli International has created a new position within its Client Services Department. The new post, Client Services Manager, will report directly to Matt Mc Kenna, Director of Client Services.

July 29, 2005

SANTINELLI’S CLIENT SERVICES MEETS TO EXCEED EXPECTATIONS!

Hauppauge , NY – Santinelli International’s Client Services Department recently held its annual national meeting in New York. The theme of the meeting was “Exceeding Expectations”, as the company maintains its reputation for the industry’s highest level of client service. Through role-playing exercises, team-building events and motivational speakers, the group focused on providing the best client service, not just in the optical industry, but in any industry.

July 15, 2005

New Rimless Symposium Series Sponsored by Santinelli International

Hauppauge , NY – Nearly 50 ECP’s attended the first Rimless Frame Symposium held in Costa Mesa, California this month and sponsored by Santinelli International. The hands-on intensive workshop was the centerpiece of a half-day seminar that offered doctors and dispensers accredited CE along with techniques and technologies to maximize their rimless business.

June 2, 2005

NEW SANTINELLI WEBSITE

Hauppauge , NY – Santinelli International, the recognized leader of advanced lens finishing equipment, announces a complete renovation of its Web site: www.santinelli.com. The new site will better meet the needs of both the retail and lab market segments, making it easier to review and learn about the company’s wide range of highly advanced equipment.

May 18, 2005

VisionWeb Interfaces with Santinelli Tracer to Give Members Added Convenience and Improve Accuracy of Online Ordering

Austin, TX (May 18, 2005) VisionWeb, the online service that helps eyecare providers streamline their practices, and Santinelli International, the leading provider of optical lens finishing and edging equipment, today announced the integration of Santinelli’s Nidek LT-900 tracer with VisionWeb Essential. This will bring eyecare practices that use the Nidek LT-900 the convenience and accuracy of remote edging.

May 12, 2005

NIDEK Gathers for 9 th Annual Lens Edger Summit

Milan , Italy – NIDEK Co., Ltd, the global leader in lens edging technology and equipment, and other ophthalmic instruments, recently held its 9 th Annual Worldwide Summit Meeting, with over 110 attendees from close to 30 countries. Once again Gerard Santinelli, President and CEO of Santinelli International USA, presided as co-chairman of the meeting, which focused on Client Service strategic implementation and the introduction of NIDEK’s newest products.

February 18, 2005

NEW VEE HOME FOR SANTINELLI

Hauppauge, NY - Santinelli International, the leader in lens finishing equipment, will be introducing a new trade show booth at Vision Expo East. The 30' x 40' booth will display a new brushed stainless steel and indigo color scheme with rich wood cabinetry.

January 17, 2005
SANTINELLI SALES GETS FIRED UP FOR 2005!

Hauppauge, NY - The Santinelli International Regional Sales Team recently fired up its engines at their annual National Sales Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. In order to bring added excitement and a unique experience to the group, Santinelli International brought in a national company of ex-military Fighter Pilots for training on their Flawless Execution model.

December 9, 2004
Santinelli Launches 1st Robotic 3-D Drilling & Grooving Unit

Hauppauge, NY - Santinelli International announces the first-ever robotic edging system to incorporate exclusive, fully-automatic 3-D drilling and 3-D grooving technology: the AES-1500. In addition to these patented functions, the AES-1500 offers Santinelli International's signature Crystal Cut Polish and polish safety bevel.

November 18, 2004
SANTINELLI WINS OLA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR NIDEK SE-9090 EDGER

Hauppauge, NY - At the recent Optical Lab Association (OLA) Exhibition in Nashville, Tennessee, Santinelli International was honored with the coveted Award of Excellence in the Best in Finishing Equipment category for the SE-9090 Industrial Edger System from NIDEK Co. Ltd.

July 27, 2004
Santinelli Brings a New Dimension to Lens Processing

Hauppauge, NY - Taking the lead once again in advanced lens finishing equipment, Santinelli International and Nidek announce an entirely new technological concept with the introduction of the ME-1000 Multi-Function Edger. Maintaining the company's reputation for precision edging and Crystal Cut Polish, the ME-1000 introduces proprietary 3-Dimensional Drilling and 3-Dimensional Grooving, along with Polish Safety Beveling. The unique combination offers CNC-control, resulting in fewer manual operations and the highest level of profitable efficiency in lens finishing.

July 12, 2004
Trio of Industry Leaders Join Forces

Hauppauge, NY - In an unprecedented effort to resolve a myriad of complex machinery, software and user issues within the optical industry, Santinelli International, Digital Vision Inc. (DVI) and Sutherlin Optical met last week for a 3-Day symposium at DVI's headquarters in Portland, OR. The result was the identification and resolution of interface functions that have recently challenged equipment vendors, software providers and wholesale labs alike.

July 1, 2004
New NIDEK Products Previewed at 8th Annual Lens Edger Summit Meeting

Milan, Italy - NIDEK Co., Ltd, the global leader in lens edging technology and equipment, and other ophthalmic instruments, recently held its 8th Annual Worldwide Summit Meeting, with over 100 attendees from close to 40 countries. Once again Gerard Santinelli, President and CEO of Santinelli International USA, presided as co-chairman of the meeting, which was particularly noteworthy due to the introduction of one of NIDEK's most exciting and innovative products to date.

June 2, 2004
Santinelli Receives Special Olympics Award of Recognition

Hauppauge, NY - At a recent Nidek Worldwide Summit meeting in Milan, Mr. Gerard Santinelli, President and CEO of Santinelli International, was recognized for his support of the Special Olympics Lions Club International Opening Eyes. This is a program that is dedicated to improving the vision care for persons with disabilities throughout the world. Santinelli International has been very supportive of this program in the United States, as the exclusive provider of lens edging equipment and technicians at numerous events.

January 27, 2004
Santinelli Announces New Director of Client Services

Hauppauge, NY - Santinelli International has recently announced the appointment of Matthew G. Mc Kenna as Director of Client Services. Mr. Mc Kenna has over ten years experience in the client service industry, most recently in the position of Field Service Manager at Santinelli International. His keen understanding of the optical industry and client needs provides Santinelli with a matchless combination.

November 24, 2003
SANTINELLI ANNOUNCES NEW POSITION

Hauppauge, NY - Santinelli International announces the appointment of Steve Swalgen as National Director of Lab Business. This newly developed position addresses the specific needs of the industrial lab market, which is clearly an important segment of the optical industry, as well as Santinelli's focus for new and innovative products. With Mr. Swalgen's lab market knowledge and experience, the company is positioning itself to better serve the dedicated needs of this segment.

July 8, 2003
SANTINELLI BRINGS BACK RICK CLEMENTE AS EXEC VP SALES & SERVICE, AS PART OF CORPORATE RE-STRUCTURING

Hauppauge, NY - Rick Clemente has recently rejoined Santinelli International, distributor of premium edging equipment, as Executive Vice President of Sales & Service. The hire is part of the company's decision to streamline the existing organizational structure, linking the sales and service departments together under one strong management umbrella. During his time at Santinelli International, Mr. Clemente had previously held the position of Director of Sales.


 

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