Etac and Kalogan join forces to expand access to smart cushion technology
Etac, a developer of assistive devices and patient handling equipment, and Kalogon, a smart seating solutions specialist, have joined forces to bolster the quality and availability of smart seating cushions for wheelchair users worldwide.
The partnership aims to enhance Etac’s Star cushion line powered by Kalogon’s Air Management System to give wheelchair users a more customised and innovative pressure care solution.
Etac’s range of Star vertical air cell cushions helps clinicians to support individual needs for pressure redistribution. With solutions for stability and positioning in the StabilAir and StarLock cushions, the Star brand offers trusted pressure care solutions for users.
Magnus Björkqvist, SVP Wheelchairs and Pressure Care at Etac, commented: “Etac has a 50-year legacy of promoting user abilities and independence through our assistive devices, and teaming up with innovative companies like Kalogon ensures we can continue to lead the state of the art in pressure care.
“Kalogon’s air management systems are a game changer in our space, and together we can deliver the latest pressure care solutions on the market to everyone who needs them.”
Kalogon’s range of smart cushion products combine machine learning and air cell technology to redistribute weight and increase comfort by maintaining blood flow in wheelchair users. A connected app enables wheelchair users, caregivers, and clinicians to personalise their experience based on each user’s specific needs.
Early users of Kalogon’s Orbiter reported significant improvements in overall comfort, accelerated healing, and an ability to sit up to two times longer, according to the firm.
Tim Balz, CEO and founder of Kalogon, added: “Combining our innovations in smart seating with Etac’s expertise in pressure injuries is a win-win for our businesses and customers.”
Recently, Kalogon announced the pre-order for its Booster product, powered by its Air Management System. This controller enhances most existing air flotation wheelchair cushions to control and maintain pressure set by a clinician.
Ryan Hirst, European Sales Manager, Mobility & Seating Division at Etac, commented to THIIS: “This development is revolutionary in de-mystifying the set-up and maintenance of air cell cushions with a wide array of new benefits.
“The Sentinel Air Management System will allow users to experience autonomous pressure care and maintenance with our own StarLock and StabilAir cushions from the Star brand but it is worth highlighting that it will also work with other air cell products in the market.”
