IBOT electric wheelchair: go wherever you want – physically and socially

The iBOT is a multifunctional personal mobility device that allows users to achieve things that were previously impossible. With twenty years of advanced technology combined into one device with six different modes, users can go wherever they want. And wherever they are, the iBOT electric wheelchair makes participation possible.

The iBOT is more than a regular electric wheelchair because it offers more options. What modes does the iBOT have and what do they make possible for the user?

Majella van Geurp: The iBOT is a multifunctional personal mobility device with six different modes. The iBOT is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. In standard mode, the iBOT rides very comfortably like a rear-wheel drive wheelchair. With the tilt function, you easily adjust your sitting position to what is comfortable for you at that moment.

In 4-wheel mode, the iBOT drives with ease over different types of surfaces and through rough terrain. Going out? A walk in the woods or on the beach? Not a problem at all. Whether through grass, over sand or stones, or through snow; the iBOT will take you anywhere! It even overcomes obstacles up to 13 centimeters in height, like curbs and sidewalks.

With the iBOT's balance mode you can level up to match with your standing or walking companions. The technology allows you to rise up on 2 wheels; allowing you to get up to eye level and interact easily with the standing people around you. 

With the iBOT's stair climbing mode, accessibility is no longer an issue. With its unique technology, the iBOT makes stair climbing possible. Independently or with a trained assistant, you get up and down the stairs.

You can also use the iBOT on the go. The EZ Lock Docking system for occupied transport allows you to safely get behind the wheel of your own car. Easy fixation of the wheelchair inside your car is possible and of course tested and certified.

Finally, the iBOT has a remote mode. This enables you to use the controller to easily move the iBOT (unoccupied) – for example in and out of a car, train or plane.

What other benefits and unique features does iBOT offer?

Majella van Geurp: The iBOT gives the user so much more freedom to go wherever they want, because it can overcome barriers in different ways. Simply go!

The iBOT makes places accessible that are normally not easily accessible for wheelchair users. Taking a walk through the woods with the dog, riding along the beach to the waterfront, following your (grand)children through the grass as they run to the playground, visiting public buildings and stores, or visiting friends and family – all this is possible with the iBOT.

Not only physically but also socially, the iBOT takes you further. You can make spontaneous contact or have conversations on an equal level during a reception or networking event. Also, you can take a walk with your loved one while you look each other in the eye.

Finally, you can sit comfortably all day long due to the adjustability of the rehab seat and backrest. Every seat is built to customer specifications to make sure it meets your needs.

What relevance does REHACARE as a trade fair have for your products and your company?

Gerhard Breugem: REHACARE is clearly the most important trade fair in Europe, which brings together both the end-users as well as business partners. For 2KERR it is very important to speak with end-users, understand their needs and receive their feedback. At the same time, we also want to meet potential partners to work with in various countries, to bring the iBOT to even more happy users across Europe. The REHACARE fair offers both.