Katalemwa Cheshire Home Orthopeadic Workshop
Developing Innovative Solutions for People with Disabilities
KCHair
Aluminium
Description
This wheelchair is made out of wood and aluminum, has a few parts to assemble, does not require welding, and more so its parts are precisely milled and drilled by a Computerized Numerical control (CNC) router which makes it easy to assemble and replace any part for repair. The initiative was to make a simplified wheelchair for Developing countries.
Features
- Easily transportable because it is made in parts and can easily be assembled by the final user/ technician.
- It is foldable with a solid seat and easy to maneuver around small places.
- Easy to repair because spare parts are easily available and identical since all parts are made using the CNC machine
- Has carrier that makes it unique and easily carries personel effects.
- Wooden backrest and the replaceable solid cushion make the KCHair comfortable.
- Does not need painting.
- Made of aluminium and wood making it elegant and classy
