December 3, 2024

Blogs — focus on universal design

Many people are contributing to the promotion, education, growth and development of universal design and related areas. Find the work of other blog contributors here.

Private Door

Automatic door openers for home, office, commercial, special need, healthcare andindependent living. “The Private-Door was developed for executives and professionals to provide privacy. Learning of the growing markets of the physically challenged and the maturing of America, Private-Door’s design was enhanced to serve these individuals.”...

Quick Change Clothing

Topics: Clothing, Shop

“Our mission is twofold: (1) to provide people with options enabling them to change our clothing (shirts) in public without fear of body exposure and (2) for people living with disabilities or injuries the ability to put on and/or take off our shirts without pain or having to struggle as...

Waupaca Elevator

“Waupaca Elevator specializes in the manufacturing of home elevators and dumbwaiters as well as commercial dumbwaiters. Our residential elevators are available in a variety of car designs or we can custom design one to your specifications. We offer our elevators with either a winding drum power drive or with a...

Great Grabz

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

“Great Grabz manufactures decorative grab bars that are as strong as they are beautiful.  They are ADA compliant and are available in a variety of styles and finishes.”...

The TubcuT

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

“The TubcuT is an adaptive tub conversion that is available nationally through certified TubcuT installers. In about half a day it creates easier, step-thru access in the front of any existing fiberglass, acrylic, steel or cast iron bathtub. This in-home accessibility modification can be sized to your specifications, and gives...

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Lasco Bathware

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

“Manufacturer of acrylic and gelcoat bathtubs, whirlpools, air baths, showers and steam showers, as well as a national supplier of ADA compliant bathtubs and showers; also provides plumbing wholesalers and contractors with shower pans, glass shower doors and a line of sectional showers and baths designed for quick and easy...

Best Bath

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

“We specialize in low threshold safe bathing options for home and commercial applications. We offer trouble-free installation with our unique SnapJoint Assembly, Flange Trim Kits, Leak Proof Joints, and Pre-leveled bases. This system saves significant installation time and labor costs.”...

Aquassure

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

Accessible baths for independent living. They make a full sized bathtub that is accessible from a wheelchair or with a lift.  This is achieved by the tub being raised and having a slider door. Thorough attention to universal design including a lever-style drain handle and fast fill/fast drain....

AKW MediCare

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

Makers of barrier-free shower and bath products including grab bars, half height shower doors and screens, shower stools & fold-up seats; they also make zero, tuff-form, and near zero-step shower flooring systems. Phone: 888-548-3259....

Adaptive Access

Topics: Bathroom, Shop

Adaptive Access Company offers accessible construction and safety equipment. Our products are distributed throughout the U.S. to homes, business, hotels, hospitals and government facilities. Products include: Wheelchair ramps, Grab bars and handrails, Folding shower and tub seats, Special offset swing clear hinges, Commercial washroom accessories....

Optelec US

Assistive devices and technology for visually impaired and dyslexic. “Based in Barendrecht, the Netherlands, Optelec is the leading designer and manufacturer of life-changing assisstive technologies for people who are visually impaired and dyslexic. Optelec continues to be the global front-runner with a multi-tiered distribution in more than 60 countries.”...

Code Factory

“Code Factory is the global leader committed to the development of products designed to eliminate barriers to the accessibility of mobile technology for the blind and visually impaired. Today, Code Factory is the leading provider of screen readers, screen magnifiers, and Braille interfaces for the widest range of mainstream mobile...

EnableMart

“EnableMart was founded over a decade ago to utilize the power of the web to make Assistive Technology easier to find and more affordable. EnableMart became the catalyst to bring together consumers and manufacturers of Assistive Technology products.” “Today EnableMart is the worldwide leader in Assistive Technology distribution with customers...

DynaVox Mayer-Johnson

“DynaVox Mayer-Johnson is the leading provider of speech generating devices and symbol-adapted special education software used to assist individuals in overcoming their speech, language and learning challenges. These solutions are designed to help individuals who have complex communication and learning needs participate in the home, classroom and community.”...

Prentke Romich Company

PRC has led the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) Industry by providing the highest level of communication technology and language development systems in the field. Families, clinicians, and special educators choose PRC devices as part of a communication strategy for individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, ALS and other conditions where...