The exhibition is one of the highlights of the buyers week and showcases the latest technological advances in the diamond industry.
The DiamTech display at the Israel Diamond Exchange on Tuesday where the Summer edition of the International Diamond Week is taking place was attended by hundreds of bourse members and visiting buyers.
IDE President Shmuel Schnizter welcomed the exhibitors and many buyers who came to the exhibition, saying: “All around the world, Israel is known for developing leading diamond imaging technologies, as well as for its diamond manufacturing process. I’m happy to see the many diverse technologies presented here. This year, in contrast to the last, more deals were made. Our advantage in the field is clear, we have the best professionals in the field, and our superb technology is constantly upgraded.”
Israel Diamond Exchange General Director Moti Besser thanked the sponsors of the International Diamond Week which include, in addition to the companies exhibiting in DiamTech, Malka Brewery and Hacerem Sprits Ltd. The many buyers and bourse members who came showed an avid interest in the various technologies presented, and the good mood was helped by the Malka beers and Hacerem wines given freely at the event.
Most technologies exhibited were related to diamond imaging and the possible uses of the resulting image and video files. Diamond imaging is a complex art, mainly due to the challenge of capturing the natural light reflected back from the diamond.
Triple D Photo Kit presented a photography kit for capturing pictures of diamonds and gemstones using a smartphone. It is small, compact, and portable and weighs 0.5 kg. The photo is taken by placing the smartphone on the kit. Users can also produce a video file, and turn the diamond to detect inclusions. The accompanying free app enables the user to send photos, certifications and more to the client. Once the image is sent through the app, the certificate is attached automatically.
OGI presented DiaPix, a technology used to capture HD images and a 360 degree video of the diamond. The video produced can be uploaded to the seller's website, trade platforms and YouTube. Every “photo shoot” takes about a minute. DiaPix can be either purchased by the client, or used at OGI’s offices.
DiaPix can be integrated with all existing OGI systems, and the client can produce images, video, and send data about the diamond and the amount of light reflected. In 2016, OGI plans to open more service centers in Belgium, the US and India.
Sarine presented Sarine Profile, an integrated sales platform based on Sarine’s diamond imaging and grading technologies, including Sarine Loupe, Sarine Light and DiaMension HD. Tiran Harari of Sarine explained: “Clients can purchase the technologies or use them at Sarine service centers.” The diamond's detailed visual presentation can be embedded anywhere and be accessed on every device.
With thanks to the IDI.
