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2002 Product GALLERY

Mobility/Seating & Positioning

Harmar Auto Lift/Power Wheelchair Lift

The AL500

  • features automatic tensioning hold-down system; aluminum deck automatically folds when empty
  • features integrated drop bracket for truck and sport utility vehicle use
  • compatible with most power wheelchairs; 350-pound weight capacity

Circle 499. Call 800/833-0478.
Web site: www.harmarautolift.com

Homecare Products/Portable Wheelchair Ramp

The EZ-Access Tri-Fold Ramp

  • features multi-purpose home and vehicle capabilities; 700-pound weight capacity
  • designed to unfold for immediate use; lightweight
  • available in variety of sizes and with carrying case

Circle 498. Call 800/451-1903.
Web site: www.homecareproducts.com

Merits Health Products/Pediatric Manual Wheelchair

The M401K

  • features padded, removable desk arms; vertical swing-away footrests with aluminum footplates
  • features breathable nylon upholstery; 200-pound weight capacity
  • optional pediatric elevated legrests available

Circle 496. Call 800/963-7487.
Web site: www.meritshealth.com

MK Battery/Wheelchair Battery

The M40-12 Sld G

  • features 40 AMP hour capacity
  • first domestically built cyclic gel battery of its size
  • designed to be maintenance free

Circle 495. Call 800/372-9253.
Web site: www.mkbattery.com

Quantum Rehab/Pediatric Seat

The Versa Seat

  • features full width and depth adjustability to grow with child
  • features removable, solid seat pan base for stable surface; accepts broad range of specialty seat and back cushions
  • features height- and angle-adjustable flip-up arms; accepts swing-away footrests, elevating legrests and integrated foot platform

Circle 493. Call 800/800-8586.
Web site: www.quantumrehab.com

Freedom Designs/Seat Back

The Ergo Adjust Back

  • features lateral curve plus biangular function for posterior pelvic tilt correction and lumbar input
  • features curved outer sections, mounted on adjustable locking hinges for contouring at lateral hip
  • features single stretchable cover for streamlined appearance

Circle 492. Call 800/331-8551.
Web site: www.freedomdesigns.com

RD Equipment/Shower Chair

The Tub Slide Shower Chair

  • available as self-propelled, wheeled chair
  • top of the shower chair, including seat, arms and back, slide into bathtub
  • optional deluxe equipment available

Circle 489. Call 508/362-7498.
Web site: www.rdequipment.com

Worldwide Mobility Products/Scooter Lift

The H Model

  • heavy-duty; designed for large, three- or four-wheeled scooters
  • features 265-pound weight capacity
  • features single key, toggle switch and lever to perform all functions; folds when not in use

Circle 488. Call 800/848-3433.
Web site: www.worldwide-mobility.com

Permobil/Power Wheelchair

The Chairman Entra

  • features front-wheel drive; small turning radius; rear-wheel assembly ensures all four wheels in constant contact with ground
  • features Penny and Giles Pilot Plus controllers, including retractable joystick hardware; five-switch head control or sip-and-puff configurations; programmable electronics
  • features three seating systems to choose from; available in five colors

Circle 491. Call 800/736-0925.
Web site: www.permobil.com

Pride Mobility/Power Wheelchair

The Jazzy 1113 ATS

  • features Active-Trac Suspension for smooth ride over rough terrain; compact frame
  • features two-motor, mid-wheel drive; accepts numerous seating options, including Versa Tilt system
  • features on-board battery charger; disassembles for transport

Circle 490. Call 800/800-8586.
Web site: www.prideprovider.com

Leisure-Lift/PaceSaver/Scooter

The Eclipse Premier Atlas

  • four-wheeled; features 425-pound weight capacity
  • features restyled body design; Mirro-Glaze coloring
  • features 1.25 horsepower motor; digital electronics; self diagnostics; "personal touch" tiller adjustment

Circle 482. Call 800/255-0285.
Web site: www.pacesaver.com.

Invacare/Power Wheelchair

The Pronto M71

  • features SureStep technology to lift front casters up to two inches, keeping all six wheels on ground
  • features mid-wheel drive; variety of color, seating and foot-support options; fully programmable MKIV RII electronics package and adjustable joystick mount
  • features 350-watt, high-torque motor; disassembles for transport

Circle 487. Call 800/333-6900.
Web site: www.invacare.com

Amigo Mobility/Scooter

The Ruby Red Fiesta IV

  • four-wheeled, rear-wheel drive; features 300-pound weight capacity
  • features infinite tilt, oval foam grip, fingertip controls; vinyl-cushioned seat locks in nine positions
  • features batteries, off-board charger, snap-on carpeted footpad, basket, mirror, front headlight, front and rear turn signals and rear brake light

Circle 486. Call 800/821-2710.
Web site: www.myamigo.com

RoLoKe/Seating System

The Bottoms-Up Pelvic Spinal Posture Seat

  • features multi-contoured surface; appropriate for all ages
  • designed to improve back or neck pain, posture and appearance
  • designed to absorb road shock and vibration; designed to help prevent disc damage

Circle 485. Call 800/533-8212.

Triquality/Nu-Tec Rehab/Seating System

The Miniature Seating System

  • features hardware scaled down to fit 10-inch to 12-inch wheelchair frames
  • features high-strength plywood and miniature knob-release hardware
  • miniature lateral hip support and lateral trunk support hardware available

Circle 481. Call 800/567-9090.
Web site: www.triquality.com

Essential Medical/Manual Wheelchair

The Ultimate Plus Transport Chair

  • features quality upholstery with vinyl insert to prevent seat sling, seat rail brackets for smooth ride
  • available with 8-inch castors or flat-free, 12-inch rear wheels; rear wheel locks or locking loop hand brakes
  • features padded arms, comfort grips, lightweight ABS footplates

Circle 500. Call 800/826-8423.

Shoprider Healthcare/Power Wheelchair

The Streamer 888

  • features curb skipper designed to maneuver curbs up to 4 inches in height
  • features mid-wheel drive
  • features 250-pound weight capacity

Circle 484. Call 800/743-0772.
Web site: www.shoprider.biz

Otto Bock/Cushion

The Cloud

  • designed for individuals needing a custom fit
  • features modular, customizable Cel-Pak system together with Otto Bock's Floam
  • features water-resistant cover

Circle 483. Call 800/328-4058.
Web site: www.ottobockus.com

Dynamic Systems/Seating System

The Liquid SunMate Foam-in-Place Seating

  • features mix-and-mold process to form liquid to user's body contour
  • finished insert is viscoelastic foam cushion material made of open cells
  • designed to evenly distribute pressure, add stability and minimize need for additional support accessories

Circle 449. Call 828/683-3523.
Web site: www.sunmatecushions.com

Amysystems/Seating System

The Amysystem Tilt and Recline

  • features manual or power recline; integrated shear reduction with 3-inch drop
  • features 55- to 70-degree adjustable angle; articulating power legrests
  • features interface capabilities with single or dual switches or through drive controls

Circle 445. Call 888/453-0311.
Web site: www.amysystems.com

Skil-Care/Wheelchair Pack

The Wheel-Pak

  • attaches to hand-rim of wheelchairs
  • features large outer pouch for reading materials and clothing; inner pouch for breakable or smaller items
  • made of nylon; designed for long-term use

Circle 443. Call 800/431-2972.
Web site: www.skil-care.com

Ongoing Care Solutions/Radial Arm Brace

The Oscar SEWHO

  • designed to maintain upper body alignment and allow range of motion
  • designed to fit most wheelchairs without use of tools
  • designed to allow CVA patients with flail arm or shoulder contractures to perform range of motion exercises; additional hand splint available

Circle 440. Call 800/375-0207.
Web site: www.ongoingcare.com

Whitmyer Biomechanix/Headrest System

The Contoured Cradle Headrest System

  • designed for smaller individuals who require minimal head support
  • features interlocking, lightweight core system for comfort and support
  • features three contoured pad sizes for customized fit; zippered Lycra covers are removable and washable

Circle 477. Call 877/944-8246.
Web site: www.whitbio.com

Adaptive Engineering Lab/Headrest System

The AEL Soft Headrest System

  • features curved headrest pads with multi-layered foam, zippered covers in Dartex or Lycra fabric
  • features three types of adjustable brackets for infinite adjustments and positions
  • available in two sizes

Circle 478. Call 800/327-6080.
Web site: www.aelseating.com

Prime Engineering/Standing System

The Granstand III

  • adjusts form basic manual frame to mild-assistive standing device or hydraulic-assisted standing system
  • features height range from 3 feet to 6.5 feet
  • optional mobile package available

Circle 480. Call 800/827-8263.
Web site: www.primeengineering.com

Aquila/Cushion

The Custom-Air

  • features manual inflation
  • features 16 cells divided into two groups that can be inflated to different pressures for custom treatment
  • features pressure gauge; audible warning alert for low pressure

Circle 479. Call 507/256-4407.
Web site: www.aquilacorp.com

Convaid/Tilt Chair

The Safari Tilt

  • designed as base for more-involved seating systems
  • features 5- to 45-degree tilt; recline option with 5- to 40-degree seat-to-back angle
  • available with 18-inch seat width; designed to fold

Circle 494. Call 888/266-8243.
Web site: www.convaid.com

The Roho Group/Cushion

The Quadtro Select

  • designed to be locked into position easily and quickly
  • designed to be adjusted over time to correct, counteract or fine-tune seating or stability problems
  • designed to facilitate blood flow by fitting, matching and tracking user's shape

Circle 475. Call 800/851-3449.
Web site: www.therohogroup.com

Leisure-Lift/PaceSaver/Power Wheelchair

The Scout RF-4

  • features 400-pound weight capacity; extra-large seating
  • features mid-wheel drive
  • custom seating options available

Circle 474. Call 800/255-0285.
Web site: www.pacesaver.com.

The Comfort Company/Seat Back

The Acta-Back

  • moldable; designed to be contoured precisely to any spinal curvature
  • features removable center section; custom fit adjusts and is supported by two aluminum stays
  • features Stretch-Air cover with waterproof, breathable vapor barrier

Circle 473. Call 800/564-9248.
Web site: www.comfortcompany.com

Sammons Preston/Leckey/Stander

The Freestander

  • vertical stander; features multiple adjustable support elements for positioning at chest, hips, knees and feet
  • features extra-wide rear frame and lower base board
  • features adjustable pelvic band and optional pelvic plate for additional hip support; available in three sizes

Circle 472. Call 800/323-5547.
Web site: www.sammonspreston.com

Varilite/Cushion

The Zoid Performance Cushion

  • features 1-inch taper for rigid or sport specialty wheelchairs; 2.5-inch height for immersion and pressure distribution
  • features extra-stiff lateral supports for stability; self-inflating air-foam flotation technology
  • features moisture-wicking mesh cover; lightweight for energy conservation and joint preservation

Circle 471. Call 800/827-4548.
Web site: www.varilite.com

Shoprider Healthcare/Scooter

The Two-Seater Sprinter

  • features two deluxe captain's seats; 600-pound weight capacity
  • designed for use outdoors
  • features dual headlights, hazard lights and turn signals

Circle 470. Call 800/743-0772.
Web site: www.shoprider.biz

Sunrise Medical/Wheelchair Cushion

The Jay J2 Plus

  • designed for bariatric users; foam base features anatomical contours unique to bariatric user
  • features combination of foam base and Jay Flow fluid or foam base and various foam inserts
  • features built-in, mild anterior slope to facilitate pelvic positioning

Circle 497. Call 800/333-4000.
Web site: www.sunrisemedical.com

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