Automatic Braking System for Wheelchair
Many falls occur when a wheelchair user forgets or misuses the manual brake. These falls may cause severe injuries (physical and/or psychological).
How Does It Work?
- A detection system is installed under the seat (hammock or fabric seat)
- Blocking disks are mounted on the inside of the wheels
- Pins located near the blocking disks are driven by the detection systems and extend to block wheels when user stands up
Characteristics
- 100% mechanical and reliable
- Corrosion resistant
- Light weight approximately 4,5 kilos
- Universal: Fits most wheelchairs
- Wheelchair remains foldable
- Can be used anywhere (home or hospital)
- Fully adjustable
- 8 kgs required to disengage brakes
- Installed lever to enable movement of chair when not in use
- Automatically locks the wheels as soon as the person stands up
Durability/Reliability
- Low maintenance
- Adjustments are self-locking when covers are on
- 1 year guarantee
Installation
- Compatible with more than 25 brands/models
- Requires 90 minutes or less to install
- Easy illustrated instructions included
