2020 Mobility Product Award Winners Announced
HMEB sister magazine Mobility Management has recognized the winning companies in its Mobility Product Award 2020 program. The contest attracted a wide variety of entries, with several companies winning multiple awards.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Sep 17, 2020
Mobility Management’s call for entries included seating, wheeled mobility, and accessibility products. Most categories had solo winners, but in a few cases, multiple products were named winners. Congratulations to the victors, and thank you to all who participated.
MyPermobil
MyPermobil helps
consumers get more out
of their power wheelchairs
by sending relevant status
updates directly to their
smartphones in real time.
The MyPermobil app
provides an integrated map that can assist consumers
on their power wheelchair journeys. By combining
battery status and travel range estimates, they can also
travel with confidence. MyPermobil offers meaningful
insights into power seat function usage and automatic
error code reporting directly to wheelchair providers.
Permobil
hub.permobil.com/mypermobil-2.0
Categories: Accessories, Wheelchair; Electronics,
Power Wheelchair
ASL 110 FUSION Proportional and Digital Head Array
The patents-pending ASL
110 FUSION Proportional
and Digital Head Array is
a multi-use drive control.
Functionality built in through
programming makes it ideal
for clients with a wide range
of diagnoses. The FUSION enables clients to control
speed and direction fully proportionally. Adjustability
options are made to fit customizable needs and progressions
of disabilities. Using ASL accessories, a client can
wirelessly connect to an AAC device, a mouse emulator
and the Tecla E. The FUSION Proportional Head Array is
used with the ASL 165 FUSION Display and Programmer
shown here.
Adaptive Switch Laboratories Inc.
www.asl-inc.com/products/product_detail.php?prod=211
Category: Alternate Driving Controls
Invacare Matrx E2 Back Series
The Invacare Matrx E2 takes
back support to a new level,
with hardware updates and
new accessories for the
best fit and easiest setup.
Leading-edge CoolFlo
foam provides temperature
control and enhanced
immersion for the most
comfortable support. New compact MiniSet hardware
is standard on back heights up to 16"; Reliable EasySet
interface is standard on 18"/20" back heights. CoolFlo
foam has channels for breathability and temperature
control. A rippled foam surface provides immersion for
support and comfort. The spinal relief area is designed
for offloading and shear reduction.
Motion Concepts
motionconcepts.com
Categories: Backs, Wheelchair: Planar Back & Laterals;
Invacare Matrx E2 Back Series, Motion Concepts
Apex Headrests
Apex Headrests are a new
line of plush wheelchair
headrests available in a
variety of colors and sizes.
With a streamlined and unique design, Apex Headrests
provide a stylish head support while eliminating zippers
and Velcro. A variety of covers is available to meet the
needs of different users. The aluminum shell is lightweight,
durable and can be contoured to give the
desired support. Constructed from the highest-quality
materials, Apex Headrests provide wheelchair users with
an effective and stylish head support.
Symmetric Designs
www.symmetric-designs.com/apex-headrest-pads
Category: Positioning, Head
Raz-Züm
The Züm is Raz’s first folding mobile
shower commode chair. Its unique
cross-braces are curved forward and
positioned lower to allow the chair to
be positioned over a toilet with the
aperture fully aligned over the toilet
bowl. The Züm can be fitted with four
casters (Attendant Propel), 22" or 24" rear wheels (Self Propel) or without
real wheels so that the user can swap out their wheelchair
wheels when traveling. The Züm accepts all Raz standard-width seats and many accessories. Other features
include an aluminum frame, center-of-mass adjustment,
flip-up arms and a removable back.
Raz Design
razdesigninc.com
Category: Hygiene & Bath Equipment
2019 F5 Corpus VS
The F5 Corpus VS enables power
wheelchair users to achieve the
benefits of full upright standing
without sacrificing performance or
positioning. Programmable standing
sequences allow user position to
be optimized through sit-to-stand,
semi-reclined or lay-to-stand techniques.
Built on a front-wheel-drive
platform for enhanced stability, the F5 Corpus VS features
intelligent front support wheels that automatically deploy
to the ground to enable stand-and-drive functionality.
Permobil
permobilus.com/product/f5-corpus-vs/
Categories: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 4 (All Types);
Positioning: Standing Wheelchairs
Axiom Custom Seating App
Custom seating can be complex,
but ordering doesn’t have to be.
With the Axiom Custom Seating
App, create custom interfaces
that present the choices used
most frequently and hide other choices until you need
them. The app supports unlimited interfaces, so you can
create specific choices for individual clinics or clients.
Quote and order directly from your interfaces. Every quote
or order created in the app is conveniently stored.
Ki Mobility
www.kimobility.com
Category: Seating Systems
Reclining Backrest with Adjustable Angle
Only the Ki Mobility
Pediatric Reclining
Backrest with Adjustable
Handle has locking gas
springs that maintain their
position even when pressure is applied to the handle
to overcome architectural barriers such as curbs and
larger obstacles. The backrest allows for opening of back
angles (0-60°) to best facilitate each unique situation.
Ki Mobility
www.kimobility.com
Category: Positioning: Trunk
Aluminum Locking Multi-Angle Adjustable Footrest
The Ki Mobility Aluminum
Locking Multi-Angle
Adjustable Footrest allows
for infinite adjustment in
multiple axes to accommodate
difficult positioning requirements, such as inversion,
eversion, plantar, and dorsi-flexion. The footrest optimizes
support, pressure distribution, and postural alignment.
Ki Mobility
www.kimobility.com
Category: Positioning: Upper/Lower Extremities
JAY Fluid with Cryo Technology
JAY Flow Fluid is now enhanced
with patent-pending CryoFluid
Technology. JAY CryoFluid
provides one of the highest
degrees of skin protection by
addressing the four primary
risks for pressure injuries:
pressure, shear, temperature,
and moisture. It actively cools the seated skin surface
to a therapeutic temperature range to reduce perspiration
and reduce the risk of pressure injury. JAY Fluid with
Cryo Technology actively cools for up to eight hours and
“resets” during off-loading. Available on JAY Fusion and
JAY Syncra cushions.
Sunrise Medical
www.sunrisemedical.com/cryo-technology
Category: Seat Cushions, skin protection, adjustable
(E2622-2623)
SmartDrive PushTracker E2 with SwitchControl
SmartDrive gives manual
wheelchair users
more control over their
power-assist experience.
The PushTracker E2 and
SwitchControl work
together to give users customizable ways to control
their SmartDrive, track its impact and gain insights to
improve their independence. The SmartDrive’s lightweight,
OmniWheel design is compatible with active
lifestyles. Paired with the PushTracker E2 wearable and
SwitchControl buttons, SmartDrive offers added flexibility,
convenience and control options.
Permobil
permobilus.com/product/smartdrive/
Category: Power-Assist Systems
Alber SMOOV one
The SMOOV one is an innovative
electric drive that can
be attached or detached at
any time, even while sitting
in the wheelchair. At 15.87
lbs., this electric drive is light
enough for everyday use,
yet robust. With the SMOOV
one, wheelchair users can master curbs, thresholds or
small hills. With a range of up to 12.5 miles, the powerful
drive can transport up to 300 lbs. Consumers can use the
SMOOV Mobility App to track battery charge and range.
Alber – USA
www.alber-usa.com/us/products/active-drives/smoov/
Category: Power-Assist Systems
Invacare AVIVA FX with Ultra Low Maxx
The AVIVA FX Power
Wheelchair line combines
new technologies with an
elegant design to provide
both comfort and control,
indoors and outdoors. This
FX version accommodates multiple power functions;
the Ultra Low Maxx Seating System provides seat-to-floor
heights of 16.75", 17.75", 18.75" and 19.75". Driving range
and speed vary based on driving and battery conditions.
Invacare Corp.
www.invacare.com
Category: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 3, Multiple Power
LUCI
LUCI provides stability, security and
Cloud connectivity via a first-of-itskind
hardware/software platform that
mounts onto an existing power chair.
Sensors, software and HIPAA-secure
communication provide collision
avoidance: LUCI detects obstacles
and listens to user inputs to help riders
avoid running into walls, pets and
people. LUCI recognizes drop-offs so ramps and curbs
won’t lead to injuries, and monitors ramp steepness.
LUCI
www.luci.com
Category: Smart Technology
MPS Mini Maxx — Multi-Position Power Standing System
The new MPS Mini Maxx —
Multi-Position Power Standing
System is now available exclusively
for the ROVI A3. This highly
adjustable system combines a
power standing function with a
full range of power positioning
solutions, all in a compact design
that offers the smallest clients a
unique combination of independence,
function and accessibility. The system offers 45°
CG Tilt, 165° of Recline/ESR, and 7” Seat Elevation with Mini
Power Articulating Belt Drive Center Mount Foot Platform
(BDC).
Motion Concepts
motionconcepts.com
Categories: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 3, Multiple
Power; Positioning: Standing Wheelchairs
Edge 3 Stretto
Stretto means narrow in Italian, and
this base lives up to its name, with an
overall width of 20.75" with 12.5" drive
wheels, making it ideal for children,
teens and small adults. It is equipped
with independent SRS (Smooth Ride
Suspension) for great maneuverability.
Optional iLevel delivers 12" of
power adjustable seat height.
Quantum Rehab
www.quantumrehab.com/quantum-power-bases/edge-3-stretto.asp
Category: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 3, Multiple Power
BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse Accessible SUV
BraunAbility’s latest wheelchair-accessible SUV,
launching this summer, is built
on the Chevrolet Traverse. It
pairs sleek SUV styling with the space of an accessible
minivan. With 46 percent more space at the rear cabin
compared to BraunAbility’s Explorer SUV, consumers can
choose an SUV without sacrificing room to maneuver.
Other improvements include a wider doorway and ramp,
a side entry with power in-floor ramp, removable front
seats, and the ability to fit up to two wheelchair users.
BraunAbility
www.braunability.com
Category: Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles
Encore Rehab Wheelchair
Broda’s manual tilt-in-space Encore
Rehab Wheelchair (E1161) builds on the
success of the Encore Pedal Wheelchair
with special adaptations for complex
rehab environments. Broda has partnered
with Motion Concepts to bring the
Matrx Seating Series available to order
and ship pre-configured on-chair. The
Encore Rehab also has new foldable
back canes to assist with transporting between facilities or
within personal vehicles to travel safely and efficiently.
Broda
brodaseating.com/products/encore-rehab-wheelchair/
Category: Wheelchairs, Manual: Tilt-in-Space
Explorer Mini
The Explorer Mini is a regulatory-cleared
powered mobility solution that
facilitates self-initiated movement and
early exploration for children 12-36
months old with mobility impairments.
The Explorer Mini features multiple
weight-bearing surfaces to promote
safe, stable upright postures. The
integrated table and backrest are supportive and allow
freedom of movement. An adjustable saddle seat supports
hip development, and a midline proportional joystick with
bright yellow ball handle promotes visual development,
grasp and release, and use of bilateral upper extremities.
Permobil
hub.permobil.com/explorer-mini
Category: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 5 (Pediatric)
Catalyst 5
Ki’s agship Catalyst 5
redefines ultralightweight
folding chairs in weight,
performance, durability
and function. Adding to
the Catalyst reputation is a
new standard high-performance
spoke wheel, Maxx
Performance, which offers performance and style without
a high price tag. These wheels have 18 radial spokes and
a high range hub for increased rigidity and more responsive
performance. The heightened responsiveness and
lightweight design give the rider the most from every push.
Ki Mobility
www.kimobility.com
Category: Wheelchairs, Manual: Ultralightweight
Invacare AVIVA FX with Captain & Rehab Seat
Invacare Corp.’s AVIVA FX
Power Wheelchair has been
designed to offer an impressive
blend of new technologies
and an elegant design to give
consumers maximum comfort
and control when driving
indoors and outdoors. Driving
range and speed will vary
based on driving and battery
conditions.
Invacare Corp.
www.invacare.com
Category: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 3, Standard
Invacare TDX SP2 and TDX SP2 HD with Ultra Low Maxx
Modern design meets timeless
performance in the next generation
of TDX. The Invacare TDX
SP2 Power Wheelchair with
Motion Concepts’ Ultra Low
Maxx Positioning System and
LiNX Technology is designed for
people seeking exceptional
driving performance, elegant design,
comfort and stability. Driving range and speed vary based
on driving and battery conditions and battery model.
Invacare Corp.
www.invacare.com
Category: Wheelchairs, Power: Group 3, Single Power