Invacare Corporation Introduces the Next Generation Alber e-motion® Power Assist Device
Invacare Corporation (NYSE: IVC) has launched the e-motion® (M25), a new power assist device for manual wheelchairs through its subsidiary Alber USA. This updated model features a 33% increase in power, supporting up to 330 lbs, and is faster with speeds of up to 5.3 mph. The e-motion M25 is lighter, weighing 17 lbs per wheel, a 35% reduction from its predecessor. Additionally, it includes a smartphone app for enhanced user experience, providing features like cruise mode and assisted braking. This launch follows the introduction of the SMOOV® one and strengthens Invacare's power assist device portfolio.
- 33% increase in power compared to e-motion M15.
- Supports user weights up to 330 lbs, a 15% increase.
- Maximum speed improved to 5.3 mph, a 41% enhancement.
- Range of up to 15.5 miles, ensuring full-day usability.
- Weight per wheel reduced by 35%, enhancing portability.
- New smartphone app adds features like cruise mode and assisted braking.
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Invacare Corporation (NYSE: IVC) and its subsidiary, Alber USA, LLC announced the introduction of their next generation of power assist devices – the e-motion® (M25). The Alber e-motion power assist for manual wheelchairs is a push rim activated device that features wheels with a powerful in-hub motor and lithium ion batteries. The e-motion (M25) is an upgrade from the e-motion (M15), an industry-leading solution serving the marketplace since 2008.
“Alber continues to pave the way of an innovative culture at Invacare. With our second launch in less than a year, we are further strengthening our comprehensive portfolio of power assist devices. From our previous introduction of the SMOOV® one, to the Alber twion®, e-fix® and now the new e-motion, we are providing the power of choice to our customers,” commented Joost Beltman, senior vice president and general manager, North America for Invacare.
“We started on our journey to create the next generation e-motion solution by listening to our customers. Universally, they told us they wanted a power assist device that was lighter and more powerful, and we are proud to deliver a unique and superior solution that will address their needs. We are confident that current and future customers will appreciate the improvements we’ve made,” said Sebastian Zitzler, Director of Alber.
Customers will discover an array of benefits offered by the new e-motion. Compared to the prior version (M15), the new e-motion (M25) is:
Stronger
Improvements made to the motor and battery give the new e-motion
Faster
The new M25 can go up to 5.3 mph, an improvement of
Lighter
Technological improvements made to this generation will provide more power in a lighter device. The weight per wheel has improved by
Smarter
The new e-motion M25 offers a smart phone app that opens the door to a variety of benefits, including cruise mode, which allows users to set the e-motion at a constant speed so they can just steer and brake as needed. In addition, it features a unique assisted braking system when going downhill and a patented roll back delay feature.
To find out more about the new e-motion M25 or any of Alber’s industry leading products please visit: www.alber-usa.com
About Invacare
Invacare Corporation is a leading manufacturer and distributor in its markets for medical equipment used in non-acute care settings. At its core, the company designs, manufactures and distributes medical devices that help people to move, breathe, rest, and perform essential hygiene. The company provides clinically complex medical device solutions for congenital (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida), acquired (e.g., stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, post-acute recovery, pressure ulcers) and degenerative (e.g., ALS, multiple sclerosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), elderly, bariatric) ailments. The company's products are important parts of care for people with a wide range of challenges, from those who are active and involved in work or school each day and may need additional mobility or respiratory support, to those who are cared for in residential care settings, at home and in rehabilitation centers. The company sells its products principally to home medical equipment providers with retail and e-commerce channels, residential care operators, distributors and government health services in North America, Europe and Asia/Pacific. For more information about the company and its products, visit Invacare's website at www.invacare.com.
About Alber
Alber specializes in easy-to-use, convenient electromobility. The company offers mobility aids for wheelchair users, with a portfolio that contains solutions that are designed to be uniquely portable and versatile. Alber is a market leader internationally in this specific segment.
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