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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

Paul Banz, Kalogon's new VP of Sales, begins March 30, 2026. He'll be focused on driving sales strategies and revenue growth.

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

Kalogon expands team as sales surge and production capacity scales with a move to a new production facility.

Bondar Field Kit allows you to personalized Bondar with foam components to address real-world shape concerns.

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

Check out Kalogon's newest custom back support!

How to find support in your wheelchair system.

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

At Kalogon, collaborative design and rapid prototyping are the foundation of our product development process. By prioritizing customer feedback and iterative improvements, we’ve developed solutions that address real needs for wheelchair users, healthcare professionals, and even the U.S. Air Force. Rapid Prototyping in Action Our process begins with listening. Kalogon’s first prototype was built in just one week, and we consistently deliver multiple iterations faster than

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

As we celebrate National Engineers Week, we’re inspired by our dedicated team who have driven every breakthrough in our smart seating technology, committed to enhancing comfort and preventing life-threatening pressure injuries for wheelchair users. As we continue to grow in the medical industry, we are now penetrating a variety of markets including aviation and automotive partners, which all involve different seated surfaces and different solutions. Engineering at Kalogon is

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

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

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.

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, check out some organizations that value inclusion as much as Team Kalogon does.

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