AmbuTech, A Division of Melet Plastics Inc

34 DeBaets Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R2J 3S9
Canada
Telephone: 800-561-3340 or 204-663-3340.
Fax: 204-663-9345 or 800-267-5059.
Web: http://www.ambutech.com.
Email: pales@escape.ca.

Products manufactured by AmbuTech, A Division of Melet Plastics Inc (listed alphabetically)

1. AMBUTECH ADJUSTABLE ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORT CANE

   The Ambutech Adjustable Orthopedic Support Cane is an adjustable offset cane with a choice of three molded ABS plastic handle configurations. The classic handle is a crook-style handle and features a flattened top for ease of grip and proper weight distribution. The modern handle is saddle shaped to allow for correct grip requiring minimal finger and hand strength. The T handle is T-shaped for proper weight distribution. These canes also feature a threaded insert system allows for universal length adjustment, with a choice of standard length or extra length. The threaded bottom section is made of plastic with an aluminum insert. DIMENSIONS: The standard length cane adjusts from 29 to 37 inches. The extra length cane adjusts from 33 to 41 inches. Custom lengths with an adjustment range of eight inches are also available. WEIGHT: 14.4 ounces. COLORS: Grey or black with a brass accent ring.

2. AMBUTECH ALUMINUM FOLDING MOBILITY CANES

   The Ambutech Aluminum Folding Mobility Canes are folding travel canes designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. The heavy-gauge aluminum construction results in strong joints and the ability to withstand abuse and the joint design provides superior tactile transmission. The canes are available in four-, five-, or six-section models and the double-corded assembly is designed for ease in field stripping with minimal training. An extra knot allows for easy replacement of eyelet-style tips. DIMENSIONS: The four-section model is available in 38 to 64 inches long in two-inch increments. The five-section models are available in 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches long. The six-section models are available in 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches. OPTIONS: Slip-on style alternate tips are available. COLOR: All white reflective tape with a six-inch strip of red reflective tape at the tip, all white reflective tape only, and all black reflective tape with a black tip. Custom color taping is available.

3. AMBUTECH FIBERGLASS FOLDING MOBILITY CANES

   The Ambutech Fiberglass Folding Mobility Canes are folding travel canes designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. The fiberglass composite construction results in strength and outstanding tactile transmission. Unique connector joints eliminated sharp edges and pinching. The canes are available in four-, five-, or six-section models. DIMENSIONS: The four-section model is available in 38 to 54 inches long in two-inch increments. The five-section models are available in 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches long. The six-section models are available in 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches. OPTIONS: A variety of slip-on style tips are available. COLOR: All white reflective tape with a six-inch strip of red reflective tape at the tip, all white reflective tape only, and all black reflective tape with a black tip. Custom color taping is available.

4. AMBUTECH FIXED-LENGTH ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORT CANE

   The Ambutech Fixed-Length Orthopedic Support Cane is an offset cane with a choice of three molded ABS plastic handle configurations. The classic handle is a crook-style handle and features a flattened top for ease of grip and proper weight distribution. The modern handle is saddle shaped to allow for correct grip requiring minimal finger and hand strength. The T handle is T-shaped for proper weight distribution. These canes have a powder-coated aluminum shaft with a Sanotene rubber tip. DIMENSIONS: The cane is available in a choice of lengths from 32 to 42 inches, in one-inch increments. COLORS: Grey or black.

5. AMBUTECH FOLDING IDENTIFICATION CANES

   The Ambutech Folding Identification Canes are folding travel canes designed specifically for individulas with low vision who do not require full mobility assistance but wish to be identified in difficult situations. Constructed of lightweight drawn aluminum tubing with precision engineered joints, these canes, also known as theater or symbol canes, fold to fit in a pocket or purse. DIMENSIONS: Available in 34 to 54 inch lengths, in two-inch increments. Custom lengths are also available. WEIGHT: From 2.6 to 4.1 ounces depending on length. COLOR: Available with or without red reflective tape at the bottom.

6. AMBUTECH KIDDIE MOBILITY CANES

   The Ambutech Kiddie Mobility Canes are rigid canes designed for use by children with blindness or low vision. These canes are intended for use by children who are beginning mobility training and are available with aluminum, fiberglass, or graphite shafts. DIMENSIONS: These canes are available in a range of lengths from 24 to 34 inches, in one inch increments. Custom lengths are also available for all models.

7. AMBUTECH MOBILITY CANE TIPS

   The Ambutech Mobility Cane Tips are white cane tips designed for use with rigid and folding travel canes by people with blindness or low vision. The High Mileage Tip is marshmallow-style tip moded of highly abrasion-resistant polymer for long life. This tip is available in an eyelet style or a slip-on style. Available in eyelet-style, slip-on style, or threaded tip for RNIB Canes, the Pencil Tip is molded of nylon. The Marshmallow Tip Cap slips on over the pencil tip, converting it to a Marshmallow Tip. The Ambutech Marshmallow Tips are available in eyelet style and are molded nylon. Roller Tips, available in eyelet-style, slip-on style, or threaded for use with RNIB Canes, are marshmallow tips with an encased ball to permit continuous ground contact, enhance tactile transmission, and eliminate audible tapping. The Jumbo Roller Tip, also available in eyelet style, slip-on style, or threaded for use with RNIB canes, has a large diameter wheel for enhanced sensitivity and visibility and the ability to handle cracks and other obstacles. The Rover Free Wheeling Tip, available in eyelet style only, uses a large foam wheel and is designed for partially sighted individuals in rural settings or for those who use wheelchairs. The Ball Tip, available in slip-on style only, has a large diameter durable molded nylon ball for greater sensitivity and visibility. This tip is effective in sand and snow. The Rolling Ball Tip, available in eyelet- or slip-on style, has a large ball of molded nylon with an encased roller bearing, enabling constant ground contact. DIMENSIONS: The Jumbo Roller Tip is 2.5 inches in diameter. The foam wheel on the Rover is 3 inches in diameter. The Ball Tip and the Rolling Ball Tip are 2 inches in diameter. COLOR: The High Mileage Tip, the Jumbo Roller Tip, the Roller Tip, and the Marshmallow Tip Cap are white. The Pencil Tip is available in white, orange, or green. The Ambutech Marshmallow Tip is available in white, orange, or green. The Rover Tip is black. The Ball Tips and the Roller Ball tips are available in white or red.

8. AMBUTECH RIGID MOBILITY CANES

   The Ambutech Rigid Mobility Canes are rigid canes designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. These canes are available with aluminum, fiberglass, or graphite shafts and straight handles. The aluminum cane is also available with a crook-style handle. DIMENSIONS: The aluminum and graphite canes are available in a range of lengths from 36 to 60 inches, in one inch increments. The graphite cane is available in a range of lengths from 36 to 58 inches, in one inch increments. Custom lengths are also available for all models.

9. AMBUTECH ULTRALITE GRAPHITE FOLDING MOBILITY CANES

   The Ambutech UltraLITE Graphite Folding Mobility Canes are folding travel canes designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. The graphite canes have aluminum ferrules and double-stranded elastic cords for ease in folding and unfolding and the extra-stiff construction provides outstanding tactile transmission. The canes are available in four-, five-, or six-section models and have putter-style grips. DIMENSIONS: The four-section model is available in 36 to 54 inches long in two-inch increments. The five-section models are available in 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches long. The six-section models are available in 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, or 64 inches. OPTIONS: A variety of slip-on style tips are available. COLOR: All white reflective tape with a six-inch strip of red reflective tape at the tip or all white reflective tape only. Custom color taping is available.

10. VIP ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT CANE

    The VIP Adjustable Support Cane is an adjustable offset cane designed for use by individuals with visual disabilities who require ambulatory support. These canes are available with a choice of three molded ABS plastic handle configurations. The classic handle is a crook-style handle and features a flattened top for ease of grip and proper weight distribution. The modern handle is saddle shaped to allow for correct grip requiring minimal finger and hand strength. The T handle is T-shaped for proper weight distribution. Other standard features include a powder-coated aluminum shaft and a sure-grip Santoprene tip. These canes also feature a threaded insert system allows for universal length adjustment, with a choice of short length, standard length, or extra length. The threaded bottom section is made of plastic with an aluminum insert. OPTIONS: Wrist strap and cane clip. DIMENSIONS: The short length cane adjusts from 25 to 33 inches. The standard length cane adjusts from 29 to 37 inches. The extra length cane adjusts from 33 to 41 inches. Custom lengths with an adjustment range of eight inches are also available. WEIGHT: The short cane weighs 13.4 ounces, the standard cane weighs 14.4 ounces, and the extra length cane weighs 15.4 ounces. COLORS: White with a choice of a white or red lower section. WARRANTY: Guaranteed against breakage or malfunction for three years from the date of purchase.

11. VIP FIXED-LENGTH SUPPORT CANE

    The VIP Fixed-Length Support Cane is an offset cane designed for use by individuals with visual disabilities who require ambulatory support. These canes are available with a choice of three molded ABS plastic handle configurations. The classic handle is a crook-style handle and features a flattened top for ease of grip and proper weight distribution. The modern handle is saddle shaped to allow for correct grip requiring minimal finger and hand strength. The T handle is T-shaped for proper weight distribution. Other standard features include a powder-coated aluminum shaft and a sure-grip Santoprene tip. OPTIONS: Wrist strap and cane clip. DIMENSIONS: These canes are available in a choice of length from 32 to 42 inches in one-inch increments. COLORS: White with a red lower section. WARRANTY: Guaranteed against breakage or malfunction for three years from the date of purchase.