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The Strongback wheelchairs feature:
* Easily adjustable posture support in the backrest
* Compact foldable design
* Lightweight
* Swing-away detachable footrests
* Ergonomic comfort-grip handles
* Desktop length armrests
* Available in seat width: 40 and 45 cm
* Max user weight: 136 kg

Considerations

Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require a Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) approved restraint system. The wheelchair and the occupant need to be separately secured to the vehicle itself.
RMS approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness that supports the user in the wheelchair but is not part of the vehicle restraint system.
The use of a headrest is not legally required but strongly recommended. Easily detachable, folding headrests which fit a wheelchair with standard push handles are available. Contact the supplier or refer to section Wheelchairs, Scooters, Cushions, and Ramps / Postural Supports - Seating Systems: Restraint, Head, Back, Seats

Place Of Manufacture

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Models

Strongback24:
* Available as self or attendant propelled
* Quick release wheels
* Three position rear wheel axle for beginners, intermediate and expert users
* 24 inch rear, puncture-proof wheels
* 6 inch puncture-proof castors
* Detachable anti-tippers
* Clothing guard side panels
* Size (unfolded): 102 x 67 x 94 cm
* Size (folded): 74 x 36 x 75 cm
* Net weight: 6.2 kg
* Total weight: 11.7 kg

Excursion:
* Attendant propelled
* Also available with attendant brakes
* 8 or 12 inch puncture-proof rear wheels for indoor and outdoor use
* 6 inch puncture-proof front castors
* Size (unfolded): 105 x 67 x 92 cm
* Size (folded): 64 x 35 x 75 cm
* Net weight: 9.0 kg
* Total weight: 10.0 kg

Maintenance

All wheelchairs require regular maintenance. Refer to User Manual 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.