Since its inception, Indes has remained active in the development of electric wheelchairs (Skwirrel) and electric consumer bicycles (Sparta, Accel). Thanks to this accumulated expertise, our Power Assist technology, and market opportunities, Indes has developed a product portfolio binnen Healthcare. We carried out research within healthcare institutions into work that involves excess physical strain and therefore loss of productivity. The most taxable work turned out to be pushing and pulling beds, hoists, and other rolling equipment.

Approach

After carrying out user studies and interviews, Indes and its partners worked together to develop a number of prototypes with its Power Assist Technology. These prototypes were tested to confirm they reduce the force involved in starting, stopping, and manoeuvring. Based on the test model and user studies, it emerged that the concept met a market need and had a positive impact. The development and production of the new hoisting systems focused on compactness, user-friendliness, and universal applicability. After successful testing and feasibility studied, Indes prepared a business case and applied for several patents.