To accommodate rapid growth, Raz Design needed to relocate to a larger facility that would allow for more efficient production. After months of designing, planning and building, Raz has moved into its new space at 22 Howden Road, Toronto. Located just 5 minutes east of the old location, the new facility is more than double…
In an effort to expand our reach in the Scandinavian market, we are proud to announce that Raz has engaged the services of Judith Månsson, a physiotherapist and educator based in Sweden. A bi-lingual graduate from the University of Linköpingfrom, Judith brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her to Raz. She has worked…
With an 18”-wide frame, the distance between the footrest hanger tubes is 16”. With ELRs, this space is further reduced. For individuals who sit with their legs abducted or simply need more knee/leg room, we offer Offset Footrest Receiver Kit which will move a footrest or legrest out 2” per side.
In the past, whenever a recline module was ordered on an AT, we mounted the tilt triggers below the push handles and the recline triggers below the rigidizer tube. The picture above shows an alternate configuration. The tilt and recline triggers are mounted in pairs under the push handles, with the tilt on the right,…
Caroline Acton loves to document life. It is what drew her to photography. As the owner of Poze Photographers in Toronto, Canada, Caroline focuses on photographing a range of subjects, from family portraits to commercial work. One aspect of photography she particularly enjoys is photographing people living with a disability. Running her own studio would…
Raz Design Inc. is pleased to announce that it has achieved ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485:2003 and EN ISO 13485:2012 certifications. This has been a 3-year process that challenged every aspect of our business. With adherence to ISO principles, our Quality Management System is the key to controlling the functions of design, assembly, customer care and…
Raz Design Customer Service Rep Carlo Dela Cruz answers a few of the most commonly asked questions he receives everyday. Q: What is the difference between a fixed-back and an Adjusta-back? A: A major misconception about the terms “fixed back” and “Adjusta-Back” is that they have more to do with the armrests than the…
Sharon Sutherland of Seating Solutions LLC took the time to chat with Raz Design about all things related to seating and skin integrity. The following is an excerpt of our conversation with Sharon. RD: Why isn’t more attention paid to the “other seat” (rehab shower commode chair)? SS: Many clinicians have indicated that a…
In June 2016, Raz Design signed a new Federal Supply Service contract with the US Department of Veteran Affairs. The five-year contract ensures that Raz remains a supplier of rehab shower commode chairs to the VA. The new contract continues a solid relationship between the VA and Raz. The two organizations have worked together since…
At a tense time during the Cold War, Jerry Peppel answered his nation’s call. In January of 1966, the Florida native reported for assignment as a member of the U.S. Army where he graduated from Office Candidate School. Jerry was assigned to Headquarters, Battery, 2D Battalion, 6th Artillery 3D Armored Division (Spearhead) in Gelenhausen, Germany.…
