Interactive software provides simulated lens views, animated product detail and more

Mentor, Ohio (March 30, 2007) – Volk Optical, the industry leader in aspheric optics has developed a new cutting edge tool to aid in the selection of its diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical ophthalmic lenses.  The Volk Product Simulator uses computer animation to facilitate virtual trials and comparisons of Volk lenses with technical specifications, application information and usage details.

The CD Product Simulator allows users to experience views through each lens, showing static field of view in relation to the entire retina, plus a Doctors View that simulates examination of the entire retina at the selected lens’ field of view and magnification.  Choosing the right lens is further simplified with direct side by side comparisons of lenses’ range, static field of view and Doctors View. 

The simulator, which runs in eight languages, can be searched by Product, Specialty, or Pathology.  Animations and troubleshooting tips illustrate the usage of each lens family.  Technical specifications, including field of view, image magnification, laser spot magnification and working distance, are available for each lens. 

The Volk Product Simulator is free; to request a copy, call 1-800-345-8655 (+1 440-942-6161 outside the United States), e-mail volk@volk.com, or contact your Authorized Volk Distributor.

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Detailed views of the anterior segment for glaucoma screening

Mentor, Ohio (March 6, 2007) – Volk optical has improved the capability to view the anterior segment of the eye with a new offering in its G-Series line of glass gonio lenses, the 4 Mirror High Mag Gonio Lens.  The new lens utilizes a level of magnification previously unavailable in a four mirror gonio lens to provide a complete 360° view of the anterior chamber.

With an image magnification of 1.5x, the 4 Mirror High Mag Gonio delivers crisp, clear views for observation of key detail in the anterior segment during glaucoma screening.  Four mirrors equally angled at 64° provide visualization of the entire anterior chamber, with only a slight rotation.

The “nf” (no flange/no fluid) design of this lens facilitates use without viscous interface solutions, such as methylcellulose. Artificial tears or a thick natural tear layer is all that is required for patient comfort, facilitating exams. 

Large or small ring options are available to suit personal handling preferences.  For additional flexibility, the versatile 2-in-1 handle can easily be adjusted to create a straight or 45° angled grip.

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