EXCLUSIVE: Merits Health Products acquires wheelchair seating solutions provider Aergo Health
US mobility solutions provider Merits Health Products, Inc has today announced the acquisition of Aergo Health, a UK based medical technology company specialising in dynamic postural management solutions for wheelchair users.
This strategic acquisition integrates Aergo Health’s postural management solutions into Merits Health comprehensive product portfolio.
Established in 1995, Florida-based Merits Health Products is a supplier of powered wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and stairlifts.
Aergo’s patented smart air cells automatically adjusts wheelchair users’ seated positions in real-time, providing personalised support and comfort through an IoT-enabled system.
Jonathan Cheng, President of Merits Health Products, commented: “The acquisition of Aergo Health aligns perfectly with our mission of enabling independence and accessibility for all.”
“By incorporating Aergo’s clinically validated technology into our product line-up, we’re taking a significant step forward in enhancing our seating and positioning solutions for customers worldwide.”
Aergo Health has built a strong reputation for its clinically validated postural management solutions that support children and adults with neuromuscular disorders. The company has also been developing AI capabilities to personalize and automate postural management set up, adapting to the changing seating needs of wheelchair users.
At its core, Aergo believes that effective postural management is critical to independence and comfort. By focusing on supporting and maintaining healthy and functional seated posture, Aergo’s solutions help reduce pain and prevent pressure ulcers for wheelchair users. This patient-centred ethos, it states, will continue to drive innovation as the company integrates with Merits Health Products, Inc.
As part of the acquisition, Sheana Yu, Founder and CEO of Aergo Health, joined Merits Health Products, Inc. as UK Product Manager. In this role, she will continue to oversee the integration of Aergo’s technology into Merits Health Products and work with the team to strengthen the company’s seating portfolio.
Sheana Yu commented: “I’m excited to join the excellent team at Merits Health Products, Inc. and continue our work in revolutionising wheelchair seating technology.”
“This acquisition provides us with the resources and global reach to make our dynamic postural management solutions available to more people who can benefit from them.”
Merits Health Products has been committed to enhancing human life through mobility solutions for nearly four decades. The company manufactures a wide range of products includingmanual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, rehab power wheelchairs, scooters, and seating and positioning products.
The acquisition represents Merits Health Products commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in addressing the specialized needs of individuals with mobility challenges.
It also accelerates Merits’ roadmap toward creating a fully integrated ecosystem of smart mobility solutions that leverage data and connectivity to improve user outcomes and healthcare provider insights.
