Accessories
Wearable technology for wheelchair users
The wearable technology market is flush with devices, from heart rate monitors to smart watches, with contactless products a growing arena. We’ve taken a look at some products and how they can benefit a wheelchair user. Barclays bPay A contactless payment device, this is available as a keyfob or wristband. Using either the app (Android, iPhone) or desktop website, you can access the device...[Read More]
The WheelAir goes into production!
Stael’s design have apologised for the recent silence and advised that after making some final design changes to optimise WheelAir, they have now started manufacturing the first units. The first products should be fully finished in October, after which you will be able to purchase them through the webshop. Those who pledged a WheelAir on the Kickstarter campaign will receive a discount code ...[Read More]
MyHailo to launch June 1
Contacta is excited to announce that their refuelling assistance product, Pinpoint, will change its name to MyHailo on 1st June 2017. Their brand new website will also launch on 1st June, including a news service to allow users to receive updates on new service locations. MyHailo enables users to subtly and easily hail for help from petrol station staff when at the pump. Contacta has received trul...[Read More]
MyHailo to launch at Mobility Roadshow
Regain your independence and fuel your adventure with MyHailo. Formerly known as Pinpoint, Contacta’s MyHailo enables users to subtly and easily hail for help, from petrol station staff, when at the pump. Simply press the button on your MyHailo fob to alert petrol station staff that you need assistance. This will prompt the station beacon to flash red, indicating that your key fob is working. When...[Read More]
“The Dyson of the mobility industry” – the WheelAir®
Many wheelchair users experience discomfort from overheating due to long stints of sitting in their chairs. Until now, there has not been an appropriate solution. The first images of a game-changing cooling wheelchair cushion designed by Staels Design have been released this week. Staels Design was founded just over a year ago by Corien Staels who first became aware of the cooling problems experie...[Read More]