HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.—Santinelli International is expanding and updating its popular LE line with the addition of the LE-1200 model, which features advanced technology and a new look.

The new lens edger delivers a shorter cycle time for higher productivity and a high luster finish, thanks to design and engineering improvements. The unit’s on-board tracer offers heightened levels of shape detection and size measurement accuracy for a wide array of frames, including sport styles. Lens and pattern tracing are made easier with the magnetic-mounted pattern setting assembly and simple, one-touch operation.

The LE-1200’s redesigned software adds a tailored “mini bevel” function at the push of a button, providing a custom fit lens for thin, metal eyewire frames, such as Ray-Ban aviator style. As a result, the cosmetic appearance of the finished eyewear is greatly enhanced.

Additionally, the new software senses the lens blank diameter. Together with lens measurement data and lens material, it automatically selects the most-efficient lens processing method and cycle time. Therefore, even today’s super hydrophobic coated lenses can be edged without axis shift.

The LE-1200 consistently produces ready-to-insert, expertly finished lenses with its unique groove and safety bevel “multi-disk arm,” according to Santinelli. Customized shapes for unique eyewear designs can be created easily with the unit’s Shape Editor function.

“The LE series, with its heritage as the most popular lens edger in the world, is sure to continue its legacy with the introduction of the LE-1200,” said company president and CEO, Gerard Santinelli. “Added features and benefits, like the tailored mini-bevel, will provide ECPs with the ability to dispense fine eyewear to their patients, while achieving increased profits.”

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