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People who are very large or heavy may have difficulty using regular chairs. In some cases, they are simply too wide to comfortably fit in an average-sized chair, and in other cases their weight may damage or break the chair entirely. This is not only humiliating to the person who sits in the chair, but could result in injury if the chair collapses. To avoid such an unfortunate occurrence as well as potential litigation, it is important to purchase heavy duty chairs that can accommodate larger family members, employees, and customers. Heavy duty wheelchairs can also be made for specific purposes. An off-road wheelchair, for example, is a heavy duty wheelchair designed for individuals who intend on spending a lot of time on rugged terrain. The most common type of heavy duty wheelchair is a bariatric wheelchair, which is designed to allow larger individuals adequate mobility. For this matter, heavy duty wheelchairs typically have larger seats than conventional wheelchairs. The frames of these wheelchairs can be made from several different reinforced metals, although a titanium wheelchair is often the most popular choice. The wheels themselves are made of thicker rubber than normal, preventing any possible failure due to the greater amount of weight supported. Most makes of heavy duty wheelchairs fold like regular wheelchairs, making storage relatively easy despite the wheelchair's increased size. For the user's convenience, a heavy duty wheelchair can either be manually-operated or motorized, each with its own pros and cons. A manual Heavy Duty Wheelchair gives full control of motion to the user, but the added weight from the reinforcements makes pushing or propelling the wheelchair much harder than normal. A motorized heavy duty wheelchair offers a solution to this dilemma, but is often more expensive and harder to maintain than a manual wheelchair. Some designs offer a combination of both, with a small motor assisting those pushing the wheelchair. The proper c

A transport wheelchair is a mobility chair designed for convenience, short-distance use and easy handling by a caregiver. Lightweight and foldable, these wheelchairs are easily moved and typically fit in the trunk of most vehicles. There is even a model designed to fold into a bag to be carried over the shoulder. Transport wheel chairs are practical for errands and trips to the store or the doctor. Hospitals sometimes utilize these flexible mobility chairs to move patients around their facilities. Karma Travel Wheelchair KM TV 20.2: Karma Travel Wheelchair KM TV 20.2 - 606 T-6 aircraft-grade aluminum-alloy frame provides incredible strength. Easy-to-fold in three seconds. Karma Travel Wheelchair KM TV 20.2 Features: Type: Travel Wheelchair T-6 aircraft-grade aluminum Secure brake improve safety Padded flip back armrest PU front caster & rear wheel Karma Travel Wheelchair KM TV 20.2 Measurements: Weight: 8.9 kg Seat width: 39.5 cm Tyre: PU front casters and rear wheels Capacity: 100 kg Folded size: (L/W/H): 610 mm x 350 mm x 710 mm. Ultra light wheelchairs are part of the manual wheelchair series that offer a light durable frame and great features. Ultra light wheelchairs provide folding wheelchairs, meaning that the frame can be folded and stored into a small space, such as a vehicle trunk, car garage or storage space. Ultra lightweight wheelchairs come standard with companion handles. Most of these chairs are available in a 16″ or 18″ seat width. Most chairs have desk-length armrest pads, which easily fit under a desk or a table. Some wheelchair models have have flip-back armrests which makes transferring much easier, especially into the trunk of a car or any other storage space. Swing-away detachable leg rests also provide further mobility and ease of use. Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair: Its compact design and feather light weight makes it suitable for people on the go. Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Specifications: Frame Style