Birmingham-based supplier of ophthalmic instruments and accessories, Mainline Instruments, is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians’ (ABDO) training room, in the new clinical facilities at the National Resource Centre (NRC), Birmingham.

The sponsorship will help support the new training room for all ABDO dispensing and contact lenses practical examinations; showcasing the latest technology with a wide range of ophthalmic equipment, created to enhance the students’ experience during their examinations.

Simon Hawkins, Director of Mainline Instruments Ltd, said:

“We are very proud to be able to sponsor such a great facility in our home town of Birmingham.

“It is important to support emerging opticians, and we’re thrilled to be working alongside ABDO to be able to provide students with access to the latest resources and technology required for their training.”

Mainline Instruments has provided a range of ophthalmic instruments and accessories, including, the HS-5000 slit lamp, HCP-7000 chart projector and the latest state of the art HDR-9000 phoropter head.

Phil Hall, ABDO Head of the NRC, said:

“We are delighted that sponsors, such as Mainline Instruments, have backed the new venue.

“The sponsorship not only supports ABDO and its members, but also helps to create one of the best optician training facilities in the UK.”

Mainline launched in 1997 with one supplier and a very small range of optical equipment yet today Mainline Instruments has more than 20 suppliers, strong links with major international manufacturers and supplies the latest technological innovations to practices, clinics and retail outlets. This new sponsorship is one of many ways the company supports opticians within the local and global community.