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Active Company wins award

Erik Hald Nissen – new CEO at R82

Caribou – a renewed design for standing frames

The Caribou is a new elegant stander expanding the existing line of standing frames from R82. An anatomic design following the shape of the user’s body means only the needed support is given and nothing is in the way. The Caribou can be used either as prone or supine stander and tilts from vertical to horizontal position. For users with mild involvement a prone standing position and the shape of the top plate ensure free movement of the arms. Users with poor...

Crocodile 3 - new member of the crocodile family

We are proud to introduce the new Crocodile size 3, which completes the Crocodile family. The Crocodile basic walker is now available in...

Change of leadership in the Etac Group

Peter Hentschel has been CEO of the Etac Group since February 2011. At that time the Board of Etac asked Peter to take on the role as the interim CEO...

Learn more about our Mustang

At REHACARE 2011 we had the pleasure of presenting two new sizes – 3 and 4 – of the Mustang at our exhibition stand. The new sizes were warmly received by visitors who showed considerable interest...

Introducing Strong Base

The Strong Base is, as the name indicates, a stable and very strong frame – and yet with a light design. It is particularly suited for large seats such as the x:panda size 4 and Panda Futura size 5. The seats can be mounted directly onto the frame or by means of an...

Latest News: Etac acquires R82

Etac and Maj Invest and minority owners have signed an agreement in which Etac acquires 100 percent of the shares in R82...

e-Catalogue on tablets and smartphones

It is now possible to watch the R82 e-Catalogue on tablets and smartphones...

Mustang Clinical & Therapeutic folder

R82 works together with both users and experts when developing new products, thus combining know-how and experience from...

Bracket for I2I head support

In order to allow for an easy application of the I2I head support systems from Stealth on our products a connecting bracket has been…

Stingray bunting bag

When the Stingray is in use on a cold or windy day a bunting bag may be a welcome accessory to keep the child warm and …

Folding top

A new folding top that can be used as both a sun shade and a small rain hood is now available. It can be used on both x:panda and…

Flamingo seat infill

When the Flamingo is used as a bathing chair covering the aperture in the seat can give the user more comfort and…

Maximum load when combining products

The numerous possibilities of combining R82 seat and frame units can result in confusion as far as the relevant maximum load is concerned…

Stingray – a unique buggy

The Stingray has been designed for children who need comfort and postural support. It has been designed to ensure great looks along...

Multi frame – new light weight frame with R82 design

Multi Frame is a smart and easy maneuverable wheelchair frame. The light weight frame has a modern design...

x:panda 4 – the universal seating system has grown bigger

The x:panda is now available in size 4 to accommodate larger children and teenagers. The back is dynamic..

New Manatee size 3 - with a seat width of 40 cm

The Manatee is constructed to provide both cares and users a wonderful bathing experience...

New Dynamic head support with ergonomic shape and optional with Music

This new head support has an ergonomic shape which provides optimum support for users with some or very poor head control. The head support is equipped with a dynamic...

New multifunctional Tray - for R82 standing aids

The new tray is a multi-functional and high qualitative tray supplied at a very competitive price...

Nandu – our new ingenious small seat

Have you heard about it, seen it, tried it and worked with it? If not, it is really time for you to learn about this little wonder and its advantages…

Crash test - ISO 16840-4:2009

The Panda Futura, the x:panda and the Serval seating systems now comply to ‘ISO 16840-4 Wheelchair seating – Part 4: Seating systems for use in motor vehicles’.....

Combi Frame - modified version

We are proud to present the Combi Frame - now in a new modified version. The new Combi Frame differs from the current...

Manatee bath tub frame

The basic frame for Manatee has been developed to obtain a better working position for carers at any bathing situation...

Krabat Jockey by R82

R82 A/S and Krabat AS have today entered into a strategic agreement, where R82 will act as the distributor of Krabat´s products in a number of countries...

High-low:x size 3

We are very proud to introduce a High-low:x indoor frame for large seat units, e.g. the Panda Futura size 5 which is made for big children and...

Panda Futura - new colours

Panda Futura - new colours The Panda Futura has undergone a fantastic facelift and now appears up-to-date and smart. The new blue or red fabric...

Updated power unit

The well-known power units that can be supplied with Wombat Upgrade, High-low and High-low:x have gone through an electronic update resulting in significant ease...