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TOWER Eye Information 22 Making the difference Molten Metal Anti-mist Extreme temperatures Neck cord supplied Sun Extending side arm Indoors & Outdoors Microfibre pouch Scratch resistant Water/liquid proof UV Dust Lightweight Welding Prescription glasses available. Gas Low energy impact Standards Key Legislation and Standards To conform with European legislation, all eye protection supplied as Personal Protective Equipment must comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Directive [implemented into UK law by The Personal Protective Equipment (EC Directive) Regulations 1992] and be CE marked on the eye protection, or on the packaging when this is not practical. Order online! Easier, Faster, Seamless........ It’s now even faster and easier to source your safety prescription eyewear through Tower Supplies uvex has now made it easier and quicker for safety professionals to order safety prescription eyewear with its prescription ordering website. The user friendly system is designed to display pre-agreed frame and lens options, accept orders and issue approval for the employee to proceed with an eye test. What’s involved The online process can be set up by uvex for organisations of all sizes, and multi-site organisations can have numerous Authorising officers each with their own account and password. What are the benefits? • Ideal for any size company • The spectacles are manufactured by uvex, which keeps costs and lead-times down • There are no vouchers! Because invoices are issued on a frame by frame basis and through the customers existing uvex distribution partner there is no need to set up a new account or worry about buying vouchers • Potential reduction in lead-times especially when working with an email active optician • Less paperwork to maintain! Orders are held on the system in the form of a unique database which you can review at any time for easy traceability 4 easy steps! 1. The system will be set up on your behalf with pre-agreed lens and frame options as discussed with your Tower Supplies Account Manager 2. A secure log in and password is emailed to you – orders can then be placed immediately 3. There are only 2 screens of information that you need to complete 4. The third and final screen asks you if you’d like to either: a. Print the form off and hand it to the employee for them to take to the optician b. Email the form to an off-site employee for them to print and take to an optician c. Email the form to an optician that has agreed to accept orders electronically If you do not have a username & password please contact Tower Supplies who will discuss the options with you. Prescription Safety Glasses available here. Please ask for details. towersupplies.com Orderline01202718000 Making thedifference The new X2 range of eyewear offers wearers exceptional comfort, utilizing the latest ergonomic research, combined with the ultimate lens technologies available to create a supremely stylish and safe collection of eye protection. The extensive range of lens types ensures you can select a lens that is specifically designed for your application, safe in the knowledge that every style conforms to the latest European standards. Some models are available with soft hypo-allergenic nose-pads and temples which have been ergonomically, designed to ensure perfect stability and grip whilst maintaining the highest standards of comfort achievable. UV and the Effect on the eye When protecting the eyes it is important to select the correct type of lens filter. Clear Polycarbonate Lenses offer protection at the lower (UV215 to 380NM) range, whilst a filter conforming to EN 172 offers additional protection through the visible light range (sunlight etc) spectrum to 780nm. Understanding Types of Lens Clear XTP HD Blue Amber Silver Mirror Blue Mirror Smoke Grey Light Green Dark Green Clear Polycarbonate Lens for use in all general conditions that require impact protection. VLT = 91% Lightly Tinted Polycarbonate Lens, ideal for working outdoors on bright, cloudy days or inside under artificial lighting. VLT = 64% Blue Polycarbonate Lens, for use in low light conditions and to sharpen definition. VLT = 59% Amber Polycarbonate Lens, for use in low light areas and in artificial light conditions. VLT = 83% Smoke Grey Polycarbonate Lens with silver mirror flash coating, ideally suited to working outside in bright sunlight. VLT = 22% Smoke Grey Polycarbonate Lens with blue mirror flash coating, ideally suited to working outside in bright sunlight. VLT = 22% Smoke Grey Polycarbonate Lens for use in sunny conditions and general outside use. VLT = 22% Light Green Anti-Flash (Shade 1.7) Polycarbonate Lens, for use in welding to protect against welding flash. VLT = 55% Dark Green (Shade 5) Polycarbonate Lens, for use when gas welding, brazing or cutting. (NOT for Electric Arc Welding). VLT = 2% Visible Light Spectrum Chart