We've been getting a lot of questions about the BK-Medent M-Series Porcelain Palettes since we released them this month, so we thought we would take a minute to explain how they work.

The Ez-SingleM, Ez-MasterM and R-Mixing PaletteM use the same working principles as the Ez-Single and EZ-Master. The main difference is the M-Series trays use a permanent filter as the top working surface.


There is a reservoir where the solid ceramic base is placed. The reservoir is filled with distilled water, modeling liquid or a mixture of both. Then to control the moisture levels a special absorption paper is placed on top of the ceramic base, then what makes the M-Series unique is the top layer.

The top layer is a specialized metallic material that has tiny micro-pores. This material is specially manufactured for the M-Series trays. Check out the picture below for a close-up view:


Here are some key points about the special filter:

• It will not contaminate porcelain
• Cleaning can be carried out with a steamer, so the filter can virtually be sterilized and all residues can be removed very quickly. This greatly reduces the chance of cross contamination of different materials.
• Specially manufactured to resist scraping, scratching or flaking
  

Many people have asked if the special metal filter will contaminate their porcelain. Our answer is a resounding NO WAY.

The material was specially designed for this type of application, with all aspects and variables of daily laboratory use considered. It has been extensively reviewed internally, in laboratory settings and by external testing facilities. In each case it has been shown to be a better working surface than traditional ceramic trays. In addition, these trays are used in over 60 countries worldwide without any problems.


The special filter has many additional advantages over other types of trays and liners.

• Can be reused over and over, reducing your cost of ownership by removing a consumable item that must be reordered
  
• Brushes will last longer, as the material is smooth and will not wear out the bristles
• Offers excellent moisture control for porcelain with the perfect consistency

We're sure you will enjoy using the Ez-SingleM, Ez-MasterM or R-Mixing PaletteM, and you'll also find them to be a great tool for helping you create the highest quality restorations.

If you have any questions please contact us at sales@vacalon.com or at 800.729.8192.

Vacalon Disposable Plungers can make your pressing process more efficient, but what makes them better than the other brands? Well, we've compiled a simple list and here it is....

1. Better quality
2. Better price
3. We've got 3 sizes to cover all your pressing requirements
4. All our plungers are packed 50 to a box
5. Our protective packaging insures you won't get 200 pieces, when you only ordered 50!

We tell you our plungers are a better product, but how can we prove this? A simple side by side comparison with other brands will show you the huge difference in quality. Our plungers precisely replicate ALOX type plungers, both in size and shape. The pressing head of our plunger has a shoulder with a precisely designed chamfer. This allows the plunger to complete the pressing task without causing ring breakage or other problems.

Lately we've seen other company's plungers that are simply rods of investment cut down to length. While this is a cheap and easy way to make a disposable plunger, you sure can't tell by the price they are charging. These other brands run anywhere from $15 - $25 more per box than our plungers. Plus, to add to the extra cost they package their larger 16 mm/ 5 gr plunger with 25 per box, while ours is packed 50 per box.

So don't be fooled just because a big name company comes out and starts promoting an inferior plunger. Check out the quality for yourself. Look at the pictures below and see the difference in quality.

- In the picture above you can see a crooked cut pressing head. This can lead to problematic results.


- Above we see how the crooked cut gives the other brands plunger an angle. When this plungers is placed in a ring it can lead to cracking and other problems.


- This is a picture of the end of a Vacalon Disposable Plunger. You can see it has been specially designed with a rounded shoulder. This allows pressures to dissipate properly and helps avoid unwanted results.


So be sure to check out all three sizes of Vacalon's Disposable Plungers, or request a Free Sample to give them a try.

Our most recent issue of Resources will be our largest issue to date, coming in at whopping 32 pages of awesome products.

So why the double issue? Well we had to have room for all the NEW BK-Medent products we now offer. They have some really cool products and a lot of innovative tools that we think ceramists are going to enjoy using. So be sure to check your mailbox or visit our Resources Page for a digital copy.

Anyone can download it, we don't mind.

If you still have not tried our NEW ProLine Waxes there is no better time than right now to check them out. Each one of our ProLine Waxes offers unique characteristics, and with our wide selection we are sure you will find one that is right for you.

• ProLine Sculpturing Waxes offer 3 different levels of firmness, plus we have regular and opaque colors.
• ProLine Dipping Waxes come in 3 varieties to meet any tech's needs, and have become very popular in the short time since we released them.
• ProLine Sticky Waxes come in 4 completely different formulations to allow you to complete the different tasks your are faced with on a daily basis.
  
• ProLine Specialty Waxes have some of our most popular products - Margin Wax, Diagnostic Wax and Milling Wax. Our Diagnostic Wax has been especially popular, as it comes in 2 colors including a "bright white" color that is perfect for today's bleached shades.
  

Best if all, for the next two weeks we'll be offering a special promotion on all our ProLine Waxes. When you buy any two ProLine Waxes you'll receive $15 off your order. Yep that is right, $15 off, and you still get Free Shipping! You can mix and match between any of our waxes and find a combination that is perfect for you.

Just use code "WAX15" at checkout and you'll be all set. But hurry, because this offer is only good until June 22nd, 2009.

Want to give them a try before you buy? Why not request a Wax Sample Kit?

We've put up a page on Facebook to increase our interaction with customers and sales partners - plus we wanted to have a little fun. This way when we are playing "Farm Town" all day we can at least make it look like we are working.

But seriously, with tweaks Facebook has made, it's become more business friendly. We know a lot of our sales partners and customers are on Facebook, so we figured what better place to set up a spot.

So come check us out and become a fan.