Sunrise Medical has acquired Nuprodx, a California-based manufacturer of bathroom mobility products, including models with positioning features and functions. In an Oct. 7 news announcement, Sunrise said, “This acquisition strengthens Sunrise Medical’s portfolio by adding Nuprodx’s best-in-class bathroom mobility solutions to its existing broad range of assistive mobility solutions.” David Gaskell, Nuprodx’s president/CEO, will transition…
Sunrise Medical Acquires Nuprodx
Sunrise Medical Launches Below-the-Seat Empulse R90 Power Assist
The location of the new device preserves the wheelchair’s original footprint and turning radius.
Sunrise Medical’s newest power-assist system sits under the manual wheelchair’s seat to preserve the chair’s original footprint and turning radius while retaining great maneuverability. The manufacturer officially launched the Empulse R90 in a Sept. 9 news announcement. “The patent-pending V-Lock is a tapered latch that securely docks the R90 to the receiver on the chair,”…
Platinum Equity Announces Sunrise Medical Acquisition
The global investment firm is based in Los Angeles.
Sunrise Medical has been acquired by Platinum Equity, a global investment firm headquartered in Los Angeles. In a June 5 press release, Platinum Equity said it had signed an agreement to purchase Sunrise Medical from Nordic Capital, which acquired Sunrise in 2015. Platinum Equity added that the acquisition is expected to be completed in the…
Reporter’s Notebook: 5 ‘First Looks’ at Abilities Expo L.A.
Editor Laurie Watanabe on new seating and wheeled mobility for 2024.
As much as I appreciate a great product demonstration video — and there are some excellent ones out there — Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) is a kick-the-tires sort of industry. Nothing replaces the ability to personally lay hands on seating and wheeled mobility: to lift an ultralightweight frame, to fold a folding wheelchair, to swing…
Sunrise Medical Launches Switch-It Vigo Head Control
Vigo is operated via head movements from the power chair rider.
Sunrise Medical has officially launched the Switch-It Vigo head control, a wireless, proportional head control for power wheelchair riders. In a Jan. 8 news announcement, Sunrise said the Vigo system “allows drivers to control their power wheelchairs and other devices with subtle and intuitive head movements.” Vigo’s technology was developed by Now Technologies Ltd., which…
Briefly: The WHO’s New RFP; Sunrise Medical Celebrates 40 Years
Featuring the World Health Organization and Sunrise Medical.
WHO Announces RFP for rATA Expansion The World Health Organization (WHO) has put out a request for proposals to find a contractor to build on the WHO’s rapid Assistive Technology Assessment tool (rATA) in Pacific region countries. The work would include conducting a rATA household survey in three Pacific Island countries; delivering completed rATA survey…
Sunrise Medical Launches Magic 360 Power Chair
The new Magic Mobility model is designed for off-road and urban maneuverability.
The Magic Mobility brand has a new member in its family. In a Nov. 13 news announcement, Sunrise Medical — which acquired Magic Mobility in 2018 — launched the mid-wheel-drive Magic 360 in North America. “Developed after intensive research and listening to their extensive customer base, Magic Mobility is launching a model designed for off-road…
Sunrise Medical Announces SEDEO PRO Seating Upgrade
The improvements involve in the seating system’s power recline actuator.
Sunrise Medical has announced an upgrade to its SEDEO PRO seating system. In a Nov. 6 news bulletin to consumers, the manufacturer said the upgrades were based on customer feedback. “Listening to our customers has been a cornerstone of our approach to product development, and we are excited to announce an upgrade in our SEDEO…