photochromic

(ˌfəʊtəʊˈkrəʊmɪk)

adj

(General Physics) (of glass) changing colour with the intensity of incident light, used, for example, in sunglasses that darken as the sunlight becomes brighter

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The new lens allows application of anti-reflective or mirror coatings, which does not compromise photochromic performance, Norville said.

Photochromic performance

CTI) expanded its photochromic (light-sensitive) ink capability throughout Mexico with a Cheetos-exclusive promotion, called "Where is Chester?

CTI'S PHOTOCHROME TECHNOLOGY FEATURED ON PEPSICO MEXICO'S WHERE'S CHESTER?' CHEETOS PROMOTION

Performance Optics is a global ophthalmic lens manufacturer specialising in polycarbonate, photochromic, polarised and high index eyeglass lenses.

Deal snapshot: JAPAN'S HOYA CLOSES ACQUISITION OF OPTHALMIC LENS MAKER PERFORMANCE OPTICS

Vision Ease is a global ophthalmic lens marketer and manufacturer offering lenses that are now industry standards - including polycarbonate, photochromic and polarised lenses.

Japan's Hoya Closes Acquisition of Ophthalmic Lens Maker Performance Optics

New features include Scotchgard anti-fog coating to preserve lens clarity for at least 25 washings with water; rugged anti-scratch coating to extend lens life; photochromic lenses that darken when exposed to UV light outdoors and lighten when indoors; polarized lenses to reduce reflective glare outdoors; and task-specific lens tints that help reduce glare, eye stress and fatigue in a variety of applications.

Personalize protective eyewear to meet differing conditions, tasks

com)-- WeeTect has developed anti-fog photochromic lens with anti-fog coating to serve the increasing high end photochromic sunglass market.

WeeTect Developed Unique Anti-Fog Photochromic Lens for High End Photochromic Sunglasses Market

Performance Optics is an expert maker of polycarbonate, photochromic, polarised and high-index eyeglass lenses.

Thailand : HOYA CORP. to buy Performance Optics, arms

Photochromic materials are considered smart components that are able to change color in the presence of light at determined wavelength.

Photochromic Nanostructures; Tools to Detect, Tract Living Cells

USPRwire, Mon Jan 12 2015] Photochromic lenses are lenses that change their color when exposed to sunlight.

Global Photochromic Lenses Market 2015-2019 - New Report Available

Sunlight Inks are a breakthrough in chemistry that now offer the first photochromic inks that provide: fast kinetics, which turn on rapidly when sunlight hits it; repeatability, which enables the ink to turn "on and off" forever; a broad color spectrum offering; as well as durability in the sun.

Innovative ink

Rick's leadership in building the Transitions Optical business from the ground up to its current status as a global leader in photochromic ophthalmic eyewear is one of PPG's greatest success stories," said PPG chairman and CEO Charles E.

PPG makes executive appointments

They have a spherical lens and photochromic Trans+ technology to ensure optimal vision in all weather conditions.