Are Flexon frames made of titanium?
In 1988 Marchon launched the first eyewear collection featuring glasses frames made with “Flexon,” a revolutionary titanium composite material that changed the world of eyewear. Flexon eyeglasses frames return to their original shape, even after accidental bending—making them the most durable metal frames available.
Are Flexon frames good?
Made of titanium and nickel, Flexon frames are lightweight and flexible, although not completely unbreakable. For normal use, most wearers will find they are durable and can take far more abuse than standard frames.
Who manufactures Flexon?
U.S. WIRE & CABLE CORPORATION’S FAMILY OF COMPANIES U.S. Wire & Cable Corporation owns and operates two manufacturing facilities and six distribution centers in the United States, with supplemental offshore production capabilities.
Is Flexon pure titanium or an alloy?
Nickel Titanium or NI-TI is used to manufacture Flexon™ eyewear. Ni-Ti, or titanium-based alloys, are more flexible than steel and 25 percent lighter than conventional metals.
Can Flexon glasses break?
Although Flexon frames are durable, they are not indestructible. Flexon frames should not be twisted more than 90° and Flexon temples should not be twisted more than once around the finger.
Can titanium frames break?
Titanium frames are durable and very flexible, but when they break, there is not much you can do. Titanium can be spot-welded easily, and no argon cover is needed to protect the weld.
Where are Flexon frames made?
The company is headquartered in Long Island, NY, and also operates offices in 18 other countries, with manufacturing in Italy, Japan, and China.
What is a flexflexon frame?
Flexon frames feature technologically advanced memory metal in the bridge and/or temples allowing them to be flexed, bent or twisted and return to their original shape.
What are the benefits of flexflexon Magnetics?
Flexon Magnetics eyeglasses offer the crisp vision provided by prescription eyewear, with the clip-on convenience of magnetic sun lenses. Easily transition from indoors to outside with handy, clip-on tinted lenses that grip tight. Flexon’s impressive patented magnetic technology ensures the clip-on lens holds fast.
Are Flexon eyeglasses durable?
Although Flexon frames are durable, they are not indestructible. Flexon frames should not be twisted more than 90° and Flexon temples should not be twisted more than once around the finger.
What is Flexon made of?
With years of design and engineering, Flexon has evolved into a collection with no limitations. Memory metal combined with rubber, TR90 and stainless steel create a varied collection filled with color, advanced durability, lightweight construction, and a comfortable fit.