Raz can custom design and fabricate chairs for very complex needs. Shown Above: Customer-specified seat and back, tilt and recline ranges Extra-high back support Tilt and recline functions Custom removable thoracic lateral supports Adjustable-angle, 1-piece leg support Protective edges help prevent scratches and cuts to the leg rest upholstery Rear anti-tippers provide additional rearward…
One of the most common requests for custom work we receive is for modified or totally custom-fabricated foot and leg supports. These can range from unilateral or bilateral residual limb supports to full, bilateral leg platforms. Shown Above: A swingaway / removable support. The pad dimensions can be custom specified. It comes equipped with…
A common request for custom work we receive is for modified base frame. Modifications include extra tall, extra short, and extra wide frames to standard Raz chairs. Shown above: A Raz-SP600 with custom seat-to-floor height range (7” higher shown) with custom rear axle plate and custom longer caster stems. Raz-AT custom seat-to-floor height range (6″…
In keeping with our commitment to constantly improve our products, we have redesigned the MFX-8 and MFX-12 footrests. The vertical hanger tube is ~2.5” shorter to eliminate interference with deeper seats that hang over the front of the seat frame. This change allows these footrests to be removed when used in combination with a deeper…
Now available on the Raz-SP (Self-Propel) are user-actuated front directional caster locks that improve stability by preventing the casters from swiveling during transfers. Ready access for the user is accomplished by the addition of rods that extend from seat level to the swivel lock mechanisms. Although all casters provided by Raz are dual-locking (swivel and…
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…
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.…
Did you know?… In the 1970s, ‘80s and ‘90s, the leading rehab shower commode chair (RSCC) was manufactured by Everest&Jennings. The E&J RSCC was very popular among veterans during that time. When their old E&J chair wore out, many looked for a chair with a similar seat. In 2015, while working closely with the VA…
People come in different shapes and sizes. Medical and rehab equipment must reflect the unique characteristics of each person. This is especially important for those who require a rehab shower commode chair. Raz Design Inc. recognizes that off-the-shelf designs do not work for everyone. Client needs will vary according to an individual’s unique combination of…