People with reduced mobility, whether due to the use of a wheelchair or difficulty sitting down, have special requirements for their means of transportation. For active drivers who own an accessible car, the wheelchair transfer aid plays a crucial role in facilitating the transfer between the wheelchair and the driver's seat. In this blog article, we will explore the importance of a wheelchair transfer aid and provide guidance on how to use it effectively.
Everything you need to know about the features and benefits of the Transfer aid for wheelchair-accessible cars (active drivers) need to know.
Preparation of the wheelchair:
The wheelchair transfer aid is an indispensable addition for active wheelchair users who want to maximize their mobility in everyday life. The correct use of these aids not only contributes to physical independence, but also promotes self-confidence and independence for wheelchair users. Individual adaptations and regular training on the use of these aids are crucial to ensure the best possible support.
Swivel seats are an innovative solution for making it easier for people with limited mobility to get in and out of the car. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the different models, prices and functions of swivel seats and how they can improve the daily lives of people in wheelchairs, senior citizens and children with disabilities.
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1 What is a swivel seat? Advantages and areas of application A swivel seat is a special seat design for vehicle conversions that allows the car seat to be rotated and swiveled outwards. This entry aid makes it much easier to get in and out of the vehicle. The seat can be turned outwards manually or electrically to allow people to sit down or stand up comfortably. Swivel seats offer numerous advantages, including
2. swivel seat models: swivel seat vs. lift swivel seat
There are various models of swivel seats that differ in terms of their functions and areas of application. The two main types are the swivel seat and the lift swivel seat. The swivel seat, such as the Turnout from BraunAbility, allows a 90° outward rotation and can be operated manually or electrically. The Hub swivel seat, like the Turny Evo from BraunAbility, also offers height adjustment to make getting in and out even easier. Both models can be fitted on the driver's or passenger's side and are suitable for a wide range of vehicles.
3. prices for swivel seats and swivel lift seats
The prices for swivel seats vary depending on the model and manufacturer. In general, the cost of a swivel seat is between €1,500 and €4,000, while swivel lift seats are priced between €4,000 and €8,000. The installation and adjustment of the vehicle are usually not included in the price and may incur additional costs.
4. used swivel seats: tips for buying
Buying used swivel seats can be a cost-effective option for those looking to increase their vehicle comfort and accessibility. Here are some tips to help you choose and purchase used swivel seats:
5. swivel seat installation and vehicle adaptation
The installation of a swivel seat and the associated vehicle adaptation are crucial to ensure optimum results and safety. Here are some aspects you should consider:
Conclusion
Swivel seats are an excellent solution for people who need extra comfort and accessibility when getting in and out of their vehicle. When purchasing, factors such as functionality, compatibility and safety should be considered. Used swivel seats can be a cost-effective alternative if you take the necessary care when buying. Proper installation and vehicle fitment are essential to ensure the safety and functionality of the swivel seat. With these tips, you can find the right swivel seat for your needs and improve your driving experience.
A flexible seating platform for easy transfer into and out of the wheelchair in the vehicle.
The Autoadapt 6-Way Base makes it easier to transfer from a wheelchair to a safe, stable and comfortable car seat. It allows you to slide the driver's seat backwards, rotate it and adjust its height to bring it as close as possible to the wheelchair. It is crash-tested, certified and equipped with a seat belt buckle. A footrest that follows the seat movement is also available as an option.
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Highly flexible, extremely maneuverable and equipped with a rechargeable battery unit, our mobile "Smart Transfer - Smartbase" enables the Autochair "Smart Transfer Passenger Lift" to be used at home, in the office or even in a hotel to move from one seat to another (e.g. wheelchair to armchair, toilet, bed, etc.).
The arm mechanism of the lift is designed to fit securely and easily into the "Smart Transfer - Smartbase", which can be folded up for easy storage and transportation.
The Smart Transfer passenger lift is more suitable than almost any other for lifting users from a wheelchair into a conventional car seat as gently as possible and without any intermediate steps. Strong, versatile and easy to remove.
The Smart Transfer passenger lift can also be used with the Smartbase for use at home, on vacation or even in the office.
Great help when getting in and out of the car. Our high-quality transfer aids make it easier for you to transfer from your wheelchair to your car and vice versa.
The transfer aid is attached to the B-pillar of the vehicle on the driver's or passenger's side. Veigel produces ready-made kits for almost every vehicle, so the Veigel Comfort is particularly easy and inexpensive to install. When not in use, the Comfort can be removed in a single movement. Practical!
The Turny Evo is an innovative swivel lift seat that moves the car seat completely outwards and lowers it to the desired height to make it easy to get in and out of the car. This is particularly beneficial for people who rely on a wheelchair, but also for anyone who needs assistance getting in and out of their car. The Turny Evo is currently the most advanced swivel lift seat on the market and is characterized by unique features that allow it to be installed in vehicle models where other swivel lift seats do not fit.
When transferring in and out of the Turny Evo, you can easily do this outside the vehicle. In addition, the Turny Evo offers the option of lowering the seat to the desired height. This means that you can always transfer in a lower position, regardless of whether you are moving from the wheelchair to the seat or from the seat to the wheelchair.
However, the Turny Evo is not only suitable for wheelchair users. Getting in and out of modern, aerodynamically shaped cars can be challenging for anyone. With the Turny Evo, this process is made considerably easier. When the seat is positioned outside the vehicle, you can move comfortably to the edge of the seat and get in or out more easily. The swivel lift seat then gently lifts you into the car and makes exiting the vehicle just as easy.
The outstanding features of the Turny Evo include:
The Turny Evo is an excellent solution for making your car more accessible and making it easier to get in and out. Regardless of your mobility requirements, this swivel lift seat offers an innovative and comfortable solution for a wide range of vehicles.
The Turnout is a swivel seat for anyone who has difficulty getting into a vehicle or transferring from a wheelchair. The Turnout is installed between the vehicle floor and the car seat and rotates the car seat out of the car. The turned seat protrudes slightly beyond the car, i.e. it comes slightly towards the user. Of all our swivel seats, the Turnout is the simplest and most cost-effective solution. It can be installed for driver and front passenger and is available as Turnout in a manual version and as Turnout E in an electric version. Both models are available in a 2- or 4-door version. The Turnout BIS B-Max is a comprehensive solution for the Ford B-Max. The set includes the Turnout swivel platform, a vehicle-specific installation console and a seat with integrated belt. It is crash and tensile tested.
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The Carony gives you the opportunity to discover places, do things and be spontaneous. It gives users and accompanying persons more independence. The freedom to go anywhere and be more active. Everyday things, such as shopping, or spontaneous activities, such as a picnic by the sea.
The solution that allows a wheelchair user to get in and out of the car without lifting.
The car seat that transforms into a wheelchair has been one of Autoadapt's flagship models for almost 30 years. The attendant swivels the seat out of the vehicle with the user and docks the Carony chassis. The entire seat then slides onto the chassis and forms a wheelchair together with it. Getting into the vehicle is similarly simple - only in reverse.
Transfer without lifting.
The Carony is a system that allows you to transfer from the wheelchair to the car without lifting. This makes the transfer simple, easy and safe. It is as safe and comfortable as a standard car seat and is versatile and easy to use as a wheelchair.
The Turnout is a swivel seat for anyone who has difficulty getting into a vehicle or transferring from a wheelchair. The Turnout is installed between the vehicle floor and the car seat and rotates the car seat out of the car. The turned seat protrudes slightly beyond the car, i.e. it comes slightly towards the user. Of all our swivel seats, the Turnout is the simplest and most cost-effective solution. It can be installed for driver and front passenger and is available as Turnout in a manual version and as Turnout E in an electric version. Both models are available in a 2- or 4-door version. The Turnout BIS B-Max is a comprehensive solution for the Ford B-Max. The set includes the Turnout swivel platform, a vehicle-specific installation console and a seat with integrated belt. It is crash and tensile tested.
The world's first complete, fully tested swivel seat solution for the Ford B-Max! We are pleased to introduce the BraunAbility Turnout BIS (belt-in-seat), B-Max, the complete solution for the small vehicle with the big potential. The set includes the Turnout swivel platform, vehicle-specific installation brackets and a seat with integrated belt. In short, everything needed to make the Ford B-Max accessible for people with reduced mobility. One of the major challenges of the B-Max's belt-in-seat design is the huge increase in the impact forces acting on the swivel seat in the event of a collision. A challenge that our engineers were happy to take on. The Turnout BIS, B-Max passed all the stringent crash and tensile tests with flying colors and was awarded the status of "Safe Vehicle Adaptation Product".
With Tilda, the seat can be tilted backwards by 15º in 3 stages. This product increases headroom when moving the seat between the Carony base and the Turnout or Turny swivel seat in the vehicle. The optional footrest can also be used to make it easier for the user to swing their feet over the door sill. Tilda is also an excellent option for a safe and comfortable seating position. Position 1 allows a more comfortable and relaxed sitting position. Crash-tested in position 0 (vertical) and in position 1 (first inclination step). Tilda is available for installation on both the left and right side.
Makes it easier to get in and out of the car as the entire car seat is moved out of the vehicle. With the Turny lifting seat, the user can sit down outside the vehicle and is then conveniently lifted into a safe position inside. When sitting down or transferring from a wheelchair, a car seat that can be moved completely out of the vehicle and lifted to the desired height is often very helpful. Available in two versions: Turny HD for manual turning and Turny Orbit for electric turning. The lifting movement is electric on both models. Both models are only suitable for installation on the passenger side.
Makes it easier to get in and out of the car as the entire car seat is moved out of the vehicle. With the Turny lifting seat, the user can sit down outside the vehicle and is then conveniently lifted into a safe position inside. When sitting down or transferring from a wheelchair, a car seat that can be moved completely out of the vehicle and lifted to the desired height is often very helpful. Available in two versions: Turny HD for manual turning and Turny Orbit for electric turning. The lifting movement is electric on both models. Both models are only suitable for installation on the passenger side.
The Turny Low Vehicle is an innovative solution that swivels the car seat almost completely out of the vehicle and lowers it to the desired height. This unique technology allows users to position themselves outside the vehicle and then gently swivel into a comfortable and safe seating position in the car. This is particularly helpful for people who have difficulty getting in and out of a wheelchair.
The Turny Low Vehicle is one of the most modern swivel seats on the market and is characterized by its unique features, which make it possible to install it in vehicle models that were previously unsuitable for swivel seats.
One of the outstanding features of the Turny Low Vehicle is the ReXtension™ system, where the seat moves halfway back during the swivel process to create valuable space for your feet and legs. This makes it possible to choose cars that were previously considered too small and cramped.
Compared to other swivel seats, the Turny Low Vehicle offers a considerably wider swivel range of around 15 to 25 centimetres. This additional range makes it much easier to transfer into a wheelchair or stand up.
The remote control of the Turny Low Vehicle is intuitive and user-friendly, so that you or your companion can easily control the swivel seat. Color-coded buttons make operation easier, with green for "Move" and red for "No".
The Turny Low Vehicle is installed with a 4-degree tilt, which offers considerable seating comfort, especially for those who spend a lot of time in the car. This position also contributes to head positioning and ensures optimal use of the available space.
The offset design of the Turny Low Vehicle brings the seat closer to the B-pillar during the swivel process and offers significantly improved legroom as well as effortless entry and exit from the car.
In addition, the Turny Low Vehicle meets and exceeds all current safety guidelines. It offers extended headroom, extended legroom, fits a variety of vehicle models and has a modern design that optimizes comfort when sitting down. The programmable capabilities of the swivel seat allow for customization for an optimal driving experience.
The extension allows the driver or passenger seat to be moved approx. 40 cm further back. This makes it easy for the wheelchair user to transfer from the wheelchair to the original seat. All safety-relevant features of the original seat, such as the seat belt or side airbag, are retained!
A wheelchair transfer aid is a device in wheelchair-accessible cars that facilitates the transfer between the wheelchair and the driver's seat.
Active drivers with reduced mobility who use their wheelchair in everyday life and have a wheelchair-accessible car.
It supports the driver in transferring from the wheelchair to the driver's seat and vice versa, thereby promoting independence in daily life.
Modern transfer aids are designed to be user-friendly and can be activated using simple controls. However, training is recommended.
Yes, the type of transfer aid depends on the vehicle model and the individual needs of the user.
No, they can also be used for transfers to other vehicle seats, depending on the user's requirements.
Modern transfer aids are equipped with safety functions to ensure a safe transfer. Nevertheless, the transfer should be monitored.
Yes, many transfer aids have user-friendly controls that allow the user to control the transfer themselves.
The space required depends on the type of transfer aid and the vehicle model. Customization is important.
Insurance cover may vary depending on the region and policy. It is advisable to clarify this in advance.
In many cases, a transfer aid can be adapted to different vehicle models, but not universally.
The manufacturer's care instructions should be followed. Regular inspections and maintenance are important.
Yes, there is. You can find our guide to conversions in the menu or here.
Yes, many transfer aids can be adapted to different wheelchair models and sizes.
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