Permobil is expanding the built-in connectivity and technical data transmission functions of its Power Platform power wheelchairs. In a Sept. 2 announcement, the manufacturer announced built-in connectivity “will be enabled across all Power Platform-equipped wheelchairs, allowing them to transmit technical data as part of our connected ecosystem.” The Sept. 2 expansion builds on the connectivity…
Permobil Enables Built-In Connectivity, Technical Data Transmission on Power Platform Chairs
Nashville to Host Oct. 1 MDA Toast to Life Gala
Sponsors for the fundraising event include Reliable Medical, Numotion and National Seating & Mobility.
Nashville will again host the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Gala this fall, an event that brings together many of Complex Rehab Technology’s (CRT) biggest names. The Oct. 1 event is scheduled for The Factory at Franklin in Franklin, Tenn. Sponsors include Abram’s Nation, National Seating & Mobility, Numotion, Permobil, and Reliable Medical. The MDA said…
Permobil Launches TiLite TR, ZR Titanium Ultralight Wheelchairs
The new models are available in fixed-frame and adjustable configurations.
Permobil has introduced its latest additions to its TiLite family of ultralightweight titanium wheelchairs. In a March 16 news announcement, Permobil debuted the TiLite TR (dual-tube) and TiLite ZR (monotube) chairs, calling them “a purposeful evolution” with updated designs that “bring refined aesthetics, lighter components and enhanced adjustability — elevating performance, simplifying daily use, and…
Permobil Launches Comfort Unite Back Support Series
The new line brings together solutions from the ROHO and Comfort brands.
Permobil’s new Comfort Unite lineup is designed to make the complex task of choosing the optimal back support a little bit easier for a full range of wheelchair riders’ needs. Available in five “streamlined configurations,” the new line brings together products and functions from the ROHO and Comfort (formerly Comfort Company) brands “to simplify clinical…
Permobil Adds CIO Katrin Blixt to Group Management Team
Blixt referred to technology as a catalyst for innovation.
Permobil has demonstrated its commitment to its information technology processes. In a Dec. 8 announcement, the complex seating and wheeled mobility manufacturer said Chief Information Officer Katrin Blixt had joined Permobil’s group management team. Blixt now reports directly to CIO Chuck Witkowski. “This move reflects Permobil’s strategic decision to fast-track its digital evolution, encompassing upgrades…
Permobil Hires Executive VP, Quality & Regulatory, for Global Team
The new position reports directly to Permobil CEO Chuck Witkowski.
Permobil has added to its global leadership team. In a Nov. 10 press release, the manufacturer announced that Mark Elliott had been named to the new position of executive vice president, quality and regulatory, and will report directly to Permobil CEO Chuck Witkowski. Previously, Elliott was vice president, quality, for Permobil Americas. He joined Permobil…
Cody Verrett Named Permobil Americas VP of Sales
The CRT industry veteran succeeds Todd Walling, who was named Permobil Americas president in August.
Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) veteran Cody Verrett is the new vice president of sales for Permobil Americas, the CRT manufacturer said in a Sept. 30 news announcement. Verrett has worked for manufacturers and CRT providers for nearly three decades and “brings a deep understanding of the market and strong credibility with clinicians, customers and partners,”…
Permobil Expands Recall of SpeedControl Dials from SmartDrive MX2+ Power-Assist Systems
Permobil has instructed wheelchair riders to use an alternative method to operate the SmartDrive.
Permobil has voluntarily expanded its recall of all SpeedControl Dials on its SmartDrive MX2+ power-assist devices. The recall extends worldwide, according to an Aug. 12 announcement that called for the “removal of all SpeedControl Dials from the market due to intermittent cable connection concerns of the dial with the SmartDrive MX2+ motor. Users must use…
Todd Walling Named President of Permobil Americas
Walling previously served as senior vice president of sales for Permobil Americas.
Complex Rehab Technology industry veteran Todd Walling has been named the president of Permobil Americas. Walling, who previously served as senior vice president of sales for Permobil Americas, replaces Chuck Witkowski, who became Permobil’s CEO on July 1. “With nearly two decades of transformative leadership at Permobil – including 10 years as SVP of sales…
Chuck Witkowski to Become CEO of Permobil on July 1
Witkowski succeeds Bengt Thorsson, the manufacturer's CEO for the last seven years.
Chuck Witkowski, president of Permobil Americas, has been named the new CEO of Permobil effective July 1. Permobil’s board of directors chose Witkowski to succeed Bengt Thorsson, who has been CEO for the last seven years. Witkowski, the manufacturer said in a May 20 announcement, “has been leading Permobil’s operations and expansion in North America…