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The lithium battery used in the control box for the Kalogon Orbiter and Kalogon Orbiter Med cushions are safe for air travel and compliant with current U.S. aviation safety guidelines. The control box contains a rechargeable lithium battery with a capacity of 28.9 watt-hours (Wh). This size is well below the 100 Wh threshold established by aviation authorities for lithium batteries carried by passengers in personal electronic or medical devices. According to guidance from the

Watch the full Q&A recording here or follow along with the timestamped transcript below. 3:31 – Bondar overview & coding So as we get going here, Bondar is our E2617 coded back rest. So whenever your wheelchair supplier and your clinician go to submit, that's going to be the code they submit it with. What that means is it's custom configured, so it's all order form based. So Bondar is going to be made by measurement and online we do have a LaunchPad which is our quote request

CEO Tim Balz' 2026 Predictions for Healthcare & Startups run the gamut from systems to trends, and how hardware companies are going to succeed.

Join the conversation with Kalogon Mobility Innovation as we explore future tech trends in mobility and innovation on recent podcasts.

Hear how Katie uses her Orbiter cushion to travel around the world.

Paragon Mobility will serve as the exclusive dealer for Booster by Kalogon, a pressure-management controller for single-cell air flotation wheelchair cushions Melbourne, Fla. (May 13, 2025) - Kalogon, a leader in smart seating solutions, today announced its expansion into the Australian market through an exclusive distribution partnership with Paragon Mobility. Under this agreement, Paragon will serve as the exclusive dealer of Booster by Kalogon across Australia, furthering

Wheelchair users and clinicians alike understand the daily challenges of pressure management – from maintaining proper cushion inflation to preventing injuries caused by prolonged sitting. In our monthly Live Q&A, Team Kalogon dives deep into our cutting-edge solutions: Booster and Orbiter Med. These technologies are designed to eliminate guesswork, enhance comfort, and reduce the risk of pressure injuries through smart, adaptive systems. The team covered this and more - we’v

World Health Day happens every year on April 7 to mark the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO). It's a global check-in – time to look at the biggest health issues affecting people everywhere, and how we can do better. One issue that deserves way more attention? Pressure injuries. These injuries can start small but lead to serious health problems, especially for people who spend a lot of time sitting or lying down. And the stats are alarming: 60,000 Americans die e

Orbiter Med now offers new gluteal extension, contour adjustments for increased comfort and pressure relief for more body types Melbourne, Fla. (March 18, 2025) - Kalogon, a leader in smart seating solutions, today announced its custom wheelchair cushion Orbiter Med will now be available in extended sizing. The new sizing options expand accessibility to a broader range of users who need improved support and pressure relief. Launched in 2024, Orbiter Med combines Kalogon’s gro

At Kalogon, we are dedicated to advancing wheelchair seating technology through innovation and research. We’ve previously shared our Orbiter White Paper AI-Generated Podcast, and have now turned our peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Tissue Viability into podcast form for an easily understandable and engaging format to learn the information. This study explores the impact of Kalogon’s air-bladder offloading mode on blood flow in the gluteal region. Using high-re

In the world of unique brand names, mispronunciations and misspellings are practically a rite of passage. Here at Kalogon, we’ve seen it all. From "Kalagon" to "Calegin,” the creative variations on our name never cease to surprise us. The name itself was inspired by a friend who used a word in Cebuano – which our team took to mean trust and stability. From there, the team explored options, ultimately choosing Kalogon as the perfect representation of the principles we strive t

As the year draws to a close, the Kalogon team are reflecting on an incredible 2024 filled with innovation, growth, and meaningful connections. From launching new products to attending industry-shaping events, none of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of our community, partners, and customers. Here's a month-by-month recap of our year and a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey. January We kicked off 2024 with a bang, offi

The annual list recognizes the industry-leading companies that are the best at what they do. Melbourne, FL, December 4, 2024 -- Kalogon is proud to announce its inclusion on the Inc. 2024 Best in Business list in the Small and Mighty (10 – 49 Employees) category. Inc.’s annual Best in Business Awards celebrate the exceptional achievements and contributions of companies that have made a profound impact on their industries and on society at large. Inc.’s Best in Business list

At Kalogon, we’re always exploring new ways to share the innovative ideas behind our products and research. Today, we’re introducing a fresh take on our Orbiter White Paper – an AI-generated podcast created by NotebookLM. This podcast offers a thoughtful overview of the key insights from our white paper, presenting complex topics like the impact of pressure injuries and the groundbreaking solutions provided by Kalogon’s Orbiter cushion in a conversational and approachable for

Observed every November, World Wide Pressure Injury Prevention Day raises awareness about the severe impact of pressure injuries.

This past weekend, Team Kalogon participated in the 2024 Troy J Smith Ability Games, an event created to showcase the strength and grit of adaptive athletes working alongside their non-disabled teammates. Hosted by Stay In Step, the Ability Games have been a powerful platform since 2017, giving athletes with and without spinal cord injuries the chance to tackle shared challenges together. Ability Games for Adaptive and Non-Disabled Athletes Alike Held each fall, the Ability G

Kalogon's first Medicare-approved product, Orbiter Med, has received a Special Mention in TIME's Best Inventions of 2024 list.

While the physiological impact of pressure injuries is well-documented, the psychological ramifications are often overlooked.

Kalogon is going to TechCrunch Battlefield, following numerous accolades and innovation.

With an oversubscribed extended seed round, Kalogon will expand product offerings leveraging its Advanced Pressure Management (APM) system