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  • Tim's 2026 Predictions on Healthcare and Startups

    As we head into 2026, one thing is clear: progress isn’t coming from louder tech or bigger promises. It’s coming from coordination, restraint, and a renewed focus on solving real problems for real people. Here are my 2026 predictions for shifts I believe will define the year ahead. Healthcare Complex systems finally coordinate.  The biggest healthtech breakthroughs in 2026 won't come from individual innovations, but from systems learning to work together. AI in healthcare only delivers value if data systems actually integrate across providers, devices and platforms. Patient monitoring tools only work if clinicians, patients and algorithms are truly connected, not just collecting data in parallel silos. In 2026, we'll see the emergence of companies focused purely on being that connective layer–the infrastructure that makes interoperability possible. Software platforms connecting manufacturers, supply chain partners and component suppliers will provide essential coordination infrastructure for complete product ecosystems. This trend extends to business models, too, with direct relationships and transparent pricing replacing convoluted insurance networks and hidden fee structures. Progress happens when all stakeholders are finally at the same table, and someone builds the bridges between them. Niche wellness issues get overdue attention.  We're five years past COVID, and healthcare is finally paying attention to conditions that were previously dismissed or overlooked. The common thread in 2026: recognizing that "niche" often just means underserved, and there's both massive need and market opportunity in addressing conditions that standard healthcare has ignored. Menopause and perimenopause are getting serious investment and product innovation. Prosthetics and limb health are seeing breakthroughs. "Taboo" health issues, such as pelvic floor, sexual wellness and digestive health, are being normalized with real solutions and tracking tools. Seated health will be another major development, especially as we understand the long-term effects of prolonged sitting during lockdowns and WFH. Accessible development tools mean conditions previously considered too specialized for commercial investment can now support viable businesses serving those specific communities. Consumer companies rebrand AgeTech.  Sharper Image is selling durable medical equipment. Martha Stewart has a rollator on Amazon. Gen X and Millennials are the first digital natives aging into mobility needs while also caring for their Boomer family members, who rarely want to identify as having a disability or needing accommodations. Seniors expect their assistive devices to look and function like the consumer tech they already use. The cold medical aesthetic won't work for this generation. Watch for more mainstream lifestyle brands launching aging and mobility lines in 2026. Consumers revert back to “dumber” technology.  There's a growing rejection of overly complex technology, especially among Gen Z. People are buying landlines that just make phone calls. They're avoiding "smart" refrigerators because they don't want ads playing on every surface in their kitchens. The overwhelming number of feature-bloated tech products and constant screen time are driving consumers back to basics. Health care devices in 2026 will follow this trend. The most successful products will do one or two things automatically and well, with simple user control. The tech will be advanced, but the UX will appear more analog. People want equipment that works seamlessly in the background, not apps and screens that demand constant attention and management.  The Great Medicaid Reckoning is coming.  People who rely on Medicaid face significant changes in 2026. Each state will decide independently how to handle funding constraints—shouldering additional burden, scaling back coverage or restructuring programs entirely. Medical debt will surge, likely spawning new financing companies to manage payment plans. The aging population accelerates this pressure. We may reach a political tipping point where reform becomes necessary and politically viable. For healthcare companies, this means more will diversify across reimbursement codes, payer sources and international markets. Risk management means building resilience across multiple revenue streams. Concierge medicine expands beyond luxury.  Given the volatility of health insurance accessibility and pricing in 2026, more providers and patients will opt out of traditional insurance networks entirely, making concierge medicine a mainstream alternative rather than a luxury service. Physicians seeking autonomy from insurance company restrictions will offer direct-pay arrangements. Hybrid models will emerge—basic access fees plus transparent fee-for-service—giving doctors and patients clarity and control. This shift creates new opportunities for healthcare delivery models built on direct relationships rather than third-party intermediation. Startups Sustainable, agile startups emerge from the economic ashes. Market volatility in 2026—from policy changes, tariffs, or economic uncertainty—creates opportunities for nimble startups who have built sustainable businesses amid the VC winter and rising interest rates. Large companies take too long to navigate reorganizations and strategic pivots, while small hardware companies solving real problems can move quickly. Capital-efficient operations and vigilant customer focus enable rapid progress while larger competitors manage internal complexity. Fewer resources means fewer constraints and faster decision-making. Innovation happens at the edges during turbulent times. Small-scale manufacturing becomes economically viable.  Companies will ask a defining question in 2026: "Can we build this in-house, or do we need a partner we can truly trust?" Vertical integration for core differentiators and careful partner selection for everything else will define the manufacturing strategy for startups. AI-powered tools will make distributed, small-batch manufacturing profitable, with automation reducing labor requirements for work at modest volumes. Software platforms will connect smaller shops to leverage combined capabilities, with coordinated networks for component sourcing and specialized processes. We will see manufacturing decentralized into niche facilities operating efficiently because AI eliminates overhead that previously required massive scale. Agility and local production become competitive advantages, as "Made in the USA" from base components through final assembly becomes feasible for startups. Hardware startups attract fresh investment.  Hardware companies that survived the funding downturn through capital discipline will find themselves in a prime growth position. Investors with dry powder and AI deal fatigue will actively seek alternative opportunities to “AI-proof” their portfolios. Hardware startups incorporating AI as a capability rather than leading with it as their primary identity will find receptive audiences. Real problem-solving with tangible products continues to succeed through market cycles. Ultra-niche startups become viable. Accessible development tools, easy APIs and affordable IoT platforms enable profitable businesses serving tiny markets. Fortune 500 companies and individual developers can now use the same infrastructure. In 2026, this democratization means ultra-specialized solutions for conditions, use cases and communities that previously lacked sufficient scale will be viable. When building and data collection costs approach zero, you can profitably serve highly specific needs. Capital efficiency meets long-tail opportunity, creating space for solutions that capitalism previously overlooked. AI finds its real market in B2B.  The AI landscape will split decisively in 2026. Business-to-business AI tools solving specific operational problems with clear ROI will thrive. Healthcare workflows, university research tools and business operations will integrate AI as essential infrastructure. These companies build defensible moats through deep domain expertise and measurable productivity gains. Businesses pay for results, and AI that delivers them will command sustainable pricing. The key differentiator will be embedding AI as a feature that enhances core value rather than positioning AI itself as the product. Across all of this, one theme keeps repeating: durable progress comes from coordination, focus, and human-centered design. That’s where we’re placing our bets. Here’s to building what actually lasts in 2026. — Tim Balz, CEO of Kalogon

  • Kalogon Opens $50M Production Facility, Expands Team as Revenue Doubles

    Smart seating company expands team as sales surge and production capacity scales Kalogon Team, August 2025 Melbourne, Fla. (Dec. 16, 2025) - Kalogon ,   the market leader in smart seating solutions, today announced it has moved into a dedicated manufacturing facility in Melbourne with production capacity to support up to $50 million in annual business – a major milestone for the company that has built its reputation on U.S.-based innovation and rapid product iteration.  The expansion reflects significant growth, with overall revenue more than doubling and medical revenue nearly tripling year-over-year. After reaching maximum production capacity at Groundswell Startups' campus, Kalogon needed a larger dedicated facility to fulfill accelerating customer demand. Kalogon's vertically integrated approach – designing, prototyping and manufacturing in-house – enables the company to implement improvements based on customer and clinical feedback in days rather than months.  "When your engineering team and production line are under the same roof, speed becomes your competitive advantage," said Tim Balz, CEO and founder of Kalogon. "We hear feedback from a customer in the morning, prototype a solution by afternoon and have it in testing by the end of the week. That cycle would take months with overseas manufacturing. This facility gives us the capacity to scale that speed, introducing new products, expanding customizations and getting innovations to users at a pace that simply isn't possible when you're dependent on external supply chains." The expansion isn’t just square footage. The company has grown to 35 employees – including recent additions of a specialized industrial sewing technician, multiple engineers and R&D – and is actively hiring across engineering, product and sales to support accelerating demand and innovation.  This agility has proven critical in serving a wide range of use cases, from wheelchair users with diverse needs to passenger comfort on airplanes to high-performance pilots in the U.S. Air Force. Just this year, the company has expanded its medical product line and launched the Bondar  back support in multiple sizes, completing a fully Medicare-coded seating solution that combines postural support with Kalogon's proprietary Advanced Pressure Management System (APMS). "Kalogon represents exactly the kind of sustainable business we want to see thriving in Florida," said Ken Hall, partner at DeepWork Capital , an early investor in Kalogon. “They’ve built a model where rapid iteration and human-centered design create better products faster, and the market is clearly responding. This combination of innovation and commercial traction is exactly what attracts serious investment.” As urgency for seated health heightens, Kalogon's momentum looks prescient. Kalogon's technology – seating systems that use patented air cell technology, sensors and AI to relieve pressure – addresses growing awareness of seating-related health issues across multiple markets, from wheelchair users managing pressure injury risk to professionals in transportation and aviation seeking enhanced comfort and performance.  The company's smart seating technology has been clinically validated to improve blood flow compared to static cushions and has earned numerous recognitions, including the SXSW Patient Safety Technology Innovation Award and TIME’s Best Inventions. Kalogon serves customers through partnerships with major mobility equipment distributors, including National Seating & Mobility, Numotion and Reliable Medical, as well as direct sales and federal grants. https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2025/12/16/melbourne-startup-kalogon-new-space-coast-facility.html

  • Personalize the Perfect Fit for Bondar: Introducing the Bondar Field Kit

    One of the core ideas behind Bondar is that customization shouldn’t end at the order form. Bodies change. Needs shift. Real-life use highlights things you can’t always predict in an evaluation room. The Field Kit was created to support exactly that reality. It gives clinicians a practical way to continue shaping Bondar after delivery – not by starting over, but by making thoughtful, precise adjustments right on the back support. A Tool for Continuous Fit The Field Kit includes a small set of foam components in shapes that address common, real-world needs: enhancing sacral support, improving lateral contact, adding contour where a user collapses, or refining a bi-angle so you can personalize Bondar. Each piece attaches using hook-and-loop, and everything is intentionally oversized so you can trim it to the exact shape you want. This gives clinicians the flexibility to respond to how the user sits day to day, week to week, or year to year. How It Works Pieces attach directly to the Bondar’s Veltex surface They can be added, moved, layered, or trimmed as needed No tools required beyond scissors Placement differs depending on whether the Bondar is built with XLPE or Polyurethane foam, but in both cases the kit integrates seamlessly Most adjustments take only a few minutes, and they can make meaningful improvements without interrupting the user’s routine or waiting on a remake. Built to Evolve With the User Seating is never static. Whether someone experiences growth, shifting posture, or simply finds new pressure points over time, the Field Kit supports that ongoing evolution. It’s there for the small change, the ones that matter in daily use but don’t require a full redesign. For clinicians, it means having a reliable way to refine Bondar without extra appointments, delays, or guesswork. For users, it means their backrest is something that can keep up with them, not hold them in one fixed shape. Add an Extra Layer of Personalization Alongside the Field Kit, we’re also offering free embroidery on Bondar’s breathable covers. It’s a simple option for adding a name or identifier – useful for clinics, helpful for long-term care environments, and appreciated by users who want something that feels personal. As always, Kalogon believes your seating system should reflect your needs, your identity, and your life – not the other way around.

  • Etac and Kalogon Announce New Partnership

    Etac and Kalogon Announce New Partnership to Expand Access to Smart Cushion Technology for Wheelchair Users. Partnership will enhance Etac’s Star cushion line and expand access to Kalogon’s innovative smart cushion technology for wheelchair users Stockholm, SE (Sept. 11, 2023) - Etac , a world-leading developer of ergonomic assistive devices and patient handling equipment, and Kalogon , a leader in smart seating solutions, today announced a new partnership to bolster the quality and availability of smart seating cushions for wheelchair users worldwide. The two companies join forces to enhance Etac’s Star cushion product line powered by Kalogon’s revolutionary air management system. Etac’s range of Star vertical air cell cushions is respected by clinicians worldwide to support individual needs for pressure redistribution. With solutions for stability and positioning in the StabilAir and StarLock cushions, the Star brand is known for blending trusted pressure care solutions with innovation to increase value to the end user. “Etac has a 50-year legacy of promoting user abilities and independence through our assistive devices, and teaming up with innovative companies like Kalogon ensures we can continue to lead the state of the art in pressure care,” said Magnus Björkqvist, SVP Wheelchairs and Pressure Care, Etac. “Kalogon’s air management systems are a game changer in our space, and together we can deliver the latest pressure care solutions on the market to everyone who needs them.” Kalogon’s range of smart cushion products combine machine learning and patent-pending air cell technology to redistribute weight and increase comfort by maintaining blood flow in wheelchair users. A connected app enables wheelchair users, caregivers and clinicians to personalize their experience based on each user's specific needs. Early customers of Kalogon’s Orbiter reported significant improvements in overall comfort, accelerated healing, and an ability to sit up to two times longer. Recently, Kalogon announced the pre-order for its Booster product, powered by its Air Management System (AMS). This controller enhances most existing air flotation wheelchair cushions to control and maintain pressure set by a clinician. “Partnering with Etac gives Kalogon a competitive edge, leveraging their strong reputation and go-to-market strategies,” said Tim Balz, CEO and founder of Kalogon. “Combining our innovations in smart seating with Etac’s expertise in pressure injuries is a win-win for our businesses and customers.” For more information, visit https://www.kalogon.com/ or https://www.etac.com/en-us/us/ . About Etac Since 1973, Etac has been committed to improving quality of life for the individual, family members and caregivers. Through our specialized product brands, we offer state-of-the-art solutions for a wide range of daily needs and care settings, for people at all stages of life. Star is our range of vertical air cell cushions for pressure care, designed to support individual needs for pressure redistribution, stability and positioning. Learn more at https://www.etac.com/ . About Kalogon Kalogon revolutionizes the way the world sits through technological innovation, cutting-edge research and an obsession with user experience. By prioritizing empathy-driven design and embracing inclusivity, we aim to set a new benchmark in seating solutions for those who spend an extended time sitting, inspiring positive change in the industry. Our ultimate goal is to empower individuals to lead active, seated lives with enhanced comfort and well-being. Learn more at https://www.kalogon.com .

  • Kalogon Launches the First and Only Smart Wheelchair Cushion...

    Laurie Orlov, Aging and Health Technology Watch Kalogon Launches the First and Only Smart Wheelchair Cushion Designed to Alleviate Pain and Deliver Personalized, Longer-lasting Comfort MELBOURNE, Fla. (February 8, 2022) - Approximately half of wheelchair users will develop pressure injuries in their lifetimes, yet the cushions people use today were invented before the personal computer. With a team of former SpaceX, NASA and Northrop Grumman employees, Kalogon today launched the world’s first smart wheelchair cushion designed to support the healing and prevention of pressure injuries and improve comfort for extended wheelchair use. With more than 3 million wheelchair users in the U.S. growing with an aging population, Kalogon’s mission is to empower this underserved community with a personalized experience they deserve. Leveraging their experience in aerospace design, Kalogon’s patent-pending intelligent pressure sensors analyze pressure points in real-time and intelligently redistribute weight to alleviate pain, accelerate healing of pressure injuries - also known as pressure sores or bedsores - and deliver longer-lasting comfort. A connected app for iOS and Android enables wheelchair users, caregivers and clinicians to browse Kalogon comfort presets or customize and upload their preferred settings to personalize their smart cushion and optimize pain relief. “Wheelchairs haven’t changed substantially for decades, and we believe that by improving the cushion, we can address the biggest pain points for wheelchair users,” said Tim Balz, founder and CEO of Kalogon. “Early Kalogon users have already reported significant improvement in overall comfort and wellness, gaining a greater sense of freedom to live more active lives.” READ FULL ARTICLE ON AGEINPLACETECH.COM

  • Brevard County nonprofit working with company to serve the disabled

    Greg Pallone, Spectrum News 13 The nonprofit Brevard Achievement Center has partnered with Kalogon to help produce the world's first "smart" wheelchair cushion. (Spectrum News 13/Greg Pallone) BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A new partnership between a Brevard County nonprofit and a local company is bringing relief to those with disabilities. For Chris Coxwell, 28, the project is personal. As a Brevard Achievement Center employee, Coxwell is working on the assembly line for Kalogon , a company creating the world’s first “smart” wheelchair cushion. Coxwell assembles the parts that make up the cushion, which is made partially by 3D printer. According to the CDC, half of the country’s wheelchair users will develop pressure injuries over their lifetime. “The fact that it helps a lot of people, and potentially my cousin,” Coxwell said. READ FULL ARTICLE ON SPECTRUM NEWS 13

  • Former SpaceX engineers design smart cushions for wheelchairs

    Sue Dewerff, Viera Voice Evan Rosenberg, left, the principle engineer designer, Nathan Atkinson, user experience engineer, and Tim Balz, the founder and CEO, expect to begin selling the smart cushions nationally. Approximately half of the more than three million wheelchair users in the U.S. will at some point develop pressure sore injuries. Viera-based Kalogon Smart Cushions founder and CEO Tim Balz and his team of former SpaceX engineers began their quest more than a year ago to create a cushion designed to alleviate pain by redistributing pressure points. It ultimately accelerates healing while delivering long-lasting comfort for wheelchair users. Last month, the company announced it will begin selling the smart wheelchair cushions nationally. READ FULL ARTICLE ON VIERA VOICE

  • Kalogon launches "world’s first smart wheelchair cushion" for treatment of pressure injuries

    Liane McIver, THIS. Florida-based mobility startup Kalogon has announced the launch of what it calls the “world’s first smart wheelchair cushion” to support the healing and prevention of pressure injuries and improve comfort for extended wheelchair use. Developed by ex-SpaceX engineers – the aerospace company started by Elon Musk – Kalogon describes the cushion as being designed to “assist in the healing and prevention of pressure ulcers or bedsores.” The company notes that approximately half of wheelchair users will develop pressure injuries in their lifetimes, yet the cushions people use today were invented before the personal computer. READ FULL ARTICLE ON THIS.

  • Smart pressure-reducing wheelchair cushion helps users sit for twice as long

    Sarah Sarsby, AT Today US-based mobility start-up Kalogon has launched what it says is the world’s first and only smart wheelchair cushion that alleviates pain, delivers long-lasting comfort, and treats pressure injuries. The smart cushions innovatively sense and redistribute pressure points to support the healing and prevention of injuries. They are designed to improve comfort for extended wheelchair user. Kalogon Smart Cushions feature patent-pending air cell technology and intelligent pressure sensors, which analyse pressure points in real-time and intelligently redistribute weight to alleviate pain, accelerate healing of pressure injuries, and deliver longer-lasting comfort. READ FULL ARTICLE ON ATTODAY

  • Kalogon's Inaugural Seating & Sitting Survey

    Over One-third of Americans Sit More Than 8 Hours Per Day, Finds New Research from Kalogon Kalogon Showcases Smart Seating Solutions at CES 2024 to Improve Comfort and Reduce Pain LAS VEGAS (Jan. 9, 2024) - At CES 2024, Kalogon ,   a leader in smart seating solutions, today released new research that found more than one-third (38%) of Americans are sitting for more than eight hours per day, and most respondents feel discomfort after sitting just 30 minutes to four hours. In its 2024 Seating and Sitting Survey  of over 1,000 U.S. adults, Kalogon studied the duration an d physical effects of sitting to understand how it impacts overall wellness. Seating & Sitting Chart Previous research by the CDC  in 2018 found that 25% of the population spent more than eight hours a day sitting, signaling that adults are now sitting longer than just a few years ago – and they’re uncomfortable. In addition to showing signs of discomfort starting at just 30 minutes, 13% of respondents had experienced a pressure injury  from sitting. Pressure injuries and their complications claim the lives of 60,000 Americans annually, establishing them as a top cause of preventable deaths in the United States.  The survey also found: 23% of people have taken medication to increase seated comfort; 41% have taken extra breaks to move to increase comfort More than half (58%) of people at least somewhat agree that they have a goal to sit much less frequently Nearly three-fourths (74%) of people at least somewhat agree that they are highly aware of the health risks of prolonged sitting Health tech is ‘behind’ “There are myriad reasons why people sit for extended times – due to their jobs, disabilities and more,” said Tim Balz, CEO and founder of Kalogon. “While it’s noble to encourage more movement, we can’t ignore the very valid reasons why people need to sit and must strive to improve seated wellness for those who do. Seating hasn’t been disrupted in 50 years, but we can massively improve our seated health by applying the best in health tech available to our butts.” Kalogon’s smart seating solutions are ushering in a new era for those who spend an extended time sitting. At Kalogon’s booth at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), North Hall, #8939, CES attendees will have the opportunity to experience the future of seating. Orbiter by Kalogon combines machine learning and patent-pending air cell technology to redistribute weight and increase comfort by maintaining blood flow. A connected app enables users, caregivers and clinicians to personalize their experience based on each user's needs. Early customers of Kalogon’s Orbiter reported significant improvements in overall comfort, accelerated healing, and an ability to sit up to two times longer.  Kalogon will demo the cushion for a range of applications requiring prolonged periods of sitting, such as mobility device use, trucking, transportation workers, pilots and more. For more information, visit https://www.kalogon.com/ .  Methodology The survey was conducted for this report using Centiment online survey tools. The sample of 1,045 individuals in the United States was surveyed between October 20, 2023, and November 29, 2023. The data set is available for academic researchers by contacting the Kalogon Research Team at science@kalogon.com . About Kalogon Kalogon revolutionizes how the world sits through technological innovation, cutting-edge research and an obsession with user experience. By prioritizing empathy-driven design and embracing inclusivity, we aim to set a new benchmark in seating solutions for those who spend an extended time sitting, inspiring positive change in the industry. Our ultimate goal is to empower individuals to lead active, seated lives with enhanced comfort and well-being. Learn more at https://www.kalogon.com .  Media contact: Heather Sliwinski Changemaker Communications for Kalogon heather@changemakercomms.com

  • Kalogon Smart Cushion Shows Promising Results in Improving Blood Flow, According to New Research Paper

    Published in the Journal of Tissue Viability, Orbiter by Kalogon’s offload sequence was found to improve blood circulation compared to static modes Melbourne, Fla. (Feb. 15, 2024) - Kalogon ,   a leader in smart seating solutions, today released the findings of a study  investigating how its Orbiter smart cushion  affects blood flow. The research, conducted in collaboration with EC-Service Labs and published in the Journal of Tissue Viability  on February 11, 2024, reveals promising results for improving blood flow perfusion. The study focused on the air-bladder offloading mode of Kalogon's Orbiter cushion and its impact on reactive hyperemia in the gluteal region of non-disabled individuals. Reactive hyperemia is a physiological mechanism that regulates the local blood flow after a temporary obstruction of blood vessels. The degree of reactive hyperemia depends on the degree of occlusion, a higher level indicates a higher degree of occlusion. By utilizing a high-resolution image system to measure blood flow during different seating experiences, researchers analyzed the effects of using Orbiter's offload sequence compared to static modes. The results indicate that when using Orbiter's offload sequence mode, there was less reactive hyperemia compared to static modes without offloading benefits. In other words, Kalogon's air bladder system within the cushion significantly improves blood flow and circulation in the gluteal tissue among non-disabled participants. "The outcomes of this study reinforce the early feedback and experiences of our customers – Orbiter improves comfort and aids in offloading that is difficult to do manually," said Tim Balz, CEO and co-founder of Kalogon. "We strive to transform how people sit comfortably for extended periods, and this research marks an important step towards achieving that goal and gaining scientific validation for our innovations." While these initial findings highlight significant progress toward understanding blood flow improvement mechanisms associated with Orbiter, further research is needed to understand the full effects of the cushion. Kalogon has developed a continuing education course  for occupational and physical therapists including insights from this research, addressing how to identify those that will benefit from posture/positioning interventions and how to provide comprehensive assessments and dynamic treatment plans for those with posture and positioning needs.  “Using high-resolution imaging to study the impact of the Kalogon wheelchair cushion on blood flow in the gluteal area,” Sandra Arias-Guzman, Craig Oberg, Kasey Call, Marianne Russon, Evan Call, Journal of Tissue Viability, online February 11, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.jtv.2024.02.003 For more information, visit https://www.kalogon.com/ .  About Kalogon Kalogon revolutionizes how the world sits through technological innovation, cutting-edge research and an obsession with user experience. By prioritizing empathy-driven design and embracing inclusivity, we aim to set a new benchmark in seating solutions for those who spend an extended time sitting, inspiring positive change in the industry. Our ultimate goal is to empower individuals to lead active, seated lives with enhanced comfort and well-being. Learn more at https://www.kalogon.com .  Media contact: Heather Sliwinski Changemaker Communications for Kalogon heather@changemakercomms.com

  • Kalogon Debuts New Orbiter Accessories to Increase Independence and Confidence for Customers who use wheelchairs

    Live an active seated life with Kalogon’s new cushion accessories that adapt to wheelchair users’ needs Melbourne, Fla. (March 12, 2024) - Kalogon ,   a leader in smart seating solutions, today debuted a new line of accessories to make its Orbiter smart cushion more adaptable to each user’s unique needs. Kalogon aims to increase customers’ independence and confidence when on the go with Orbiter. Orbiter by Kalogon  is a smart cushion proven to increase blood flow while sitting. Its proprietary air-cell technology analyzes and adjusts pressure points in real time to redistribute weight and maintain blood flow for people who spend extended time sitting. Now publicly available, Kalogon’s expanded line of Orbiter products includes:  XLR charger  – charge Orbiter from the port on most power wheelchairs with a three-pin XLR port Extender – turn Orbiter on/off or charge it in three to four hours without leaving your seat  Incontinence covers – protect Orbiter with an easy-to-clean, waterproof cover that goes discreetly under your existing Orbiter cover Replacement covers – change colors or add a spare Orbiter cover for more flexibility while on the go; replacement covers are machine washable and offered in two colorways Improved mounting kit – now included with every Orbiter purchase is a mounting kit designed to fit even more wheelchair model and includes velcro for attachments "Our team is continuously iterating and improving the Orbiter user experience, and each accessory has been designed in response to customer feedback," said Tim Balz, CEO and co-founder of Kalogon. "These enhancements empower Orbiter customers with the confidence to be more independent when using our products and live an active seated life. Orbiter has already made a significant impact on the lives of wheelchair users, and we are always striving to make it more accessible for current and future customers." Learn more about all Orbiter products and connect with a representative at Kalogon.com . About Kalogon We empower individuals to lead active, seated lives. Kalogon is the trailblazer in smart seating, offering patent-pending solutions for medical, aviation and automotive customers. Kalogon’s core technology integrates custom molding, dynamic motion and ambient sensing to provide personalized, healthy seating. Our products are medically validated to improve blood flow, with customers reporting increased comfort and less fatigue. Learn more at https://www.kalogon.com .  Media contact: Heather Sliwinski Changemaker Communications for Kalogon heather@changemakercomms.com

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