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Materials
* The Nutec sytem is manufactured from anodised aluminium and the standard foam used is high density
* Other foam or alternative materials for seating include Stimulite, Sunmate, Pudgee foam, viscoelastic foam and gel.

Covers
* Covers are available in vinyl, nylon, neoprene, Dartex and Darlexx.

Adjustment
* All Nutec seating has growth and adjustability within the system

Features
* The system features a separate back and base
* Seats are available in multiple thicknesses and can be rectangular, anti-thrust, asymmetrical in seat depth, wedge or contoured
* The backs are available in multiple thicknesses and can be rectangular, I-back, T-back, biangular, curved, with lumbar support or custom made

Accessories
* The range of headrests and headrests pads include concave, belled, alteral control and angle-adjustable concave
* Soft, medium or hard suspension is available in the headrest
* A fold down headrest is optional
* Various trunk supports and harnesses are available
* All components are height and width adjustable
* Swing away trunk supports are optional
* Folding and removable hip abductors are available
* Range of two and four point hip belts
* Armrests are fixed height or removable, adjustable height
* Nutec can also be used with other Otto Bock accessories

Customisation
Custom trays manufactured from clear acrylic, polycarbonate or finished wood are available. They are attached via velcro strapping

Place Of Manufacture

Germany

Price Guide

Contact supplier for pricing information.

Models

The seating is available in a range of sizes with a range of accessories. All accessories are available in adult and child size.

Options

* Amputee supports
* Spray on incontinence liner
* Sewn on incontinence liner
* Single or double footbox
* Fold down headrest
* Various trunk supports
* Various harnesses
* Swing away trunk supports
* Folding and removable hip abductors
* Two and four point hip belts
* Fixed height armrests
* Adjustable height armrests
* Removable armrests

Installation

Hardware available for mounting the seating insert to a wheelchair includes fixed drop hooks, adjustable height and angle hooks or knob release hardware.

Maintenance

Refer to the User Manual or supplier for specific details.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.