Built for Freedom:

Excellent Wheelchairs for a Good Life

freedom

Strong Enough for an

Active Lifestyle As an active wheelchair user, you know the value

Whether you’re young or old, single or have a

sturdiness and elegant design, combining the

the most robust in the market, limiting the

family, you probably need to handle big and

advantages of a low-maintenance product

time and money spent on maintenance and

small everyday jobs indoors and out – shop-

with the aesthetics of a designer object.

repair and ensuring an extra-long service life.

of flexibility, mobility

ping, walking the dog, playing with your child-

and personal freedom.

ren, cooking and cleaning. Maybe you need to

Feather light, robust and stable, our rigid frame

Although our rigid frame wheelchairs are

get to and from work, or you have an active life-

wheelchairs are perfect for children and adults

standard products, they come in a variety of

style including sports and outdoor activities.

looking for a wheelchair that provides superb

models and sizes, ensuring a correct fit for any

functionality and feels like an extension of the

user, child or adult. All Wolturnus wheelchairs

Whatever your needs and whatever your life-

body, allowing for a smooth and comfortable

are handmade on location in Denmark, most

style, Wolturnus’ basic wheelchair programme

mobility.

of them according to the specific measure-

offers wheelchairs with functionalities cover-

ments and requests of the customer. We can

ing most needs and requests from active

Because our rigid frame wheelchairs have a

custom-build a wheelchair to suit practically

users. Our wheelchairs are renowned for their

minimum of moveable parts, they are among

any special need or purpose.

Low weight and optimal strength are important benefits of choosing a rigid frame wheelchair from Wolturnus. The frame is made from the strongest weldable aluminium alloy in the world, typically used in armoured vehicles, motorcycles and high-end bicycles. To further increase durability, the surface is treated using a special technology that prevents dents and scratches. Some of the most popular models are the W5 and the Tukan 02

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comfort

Customised

Comfort When you depend on a wheelchair every day of your life, not just any wheelchair will do.

Experienced wheelchair users know the huge impor-

able, allowing for adjustments to the width, height,

tance of a healthy and comfortable sitting position.

depth and sitting position depending on the user’s

Incorrect posture can lead to both minor and serious

varying needs. Many of our seat sy-stems fit the A-

injuries, causing unnecessary pain and discomfort. If

Run model, making it possible to customise the chair

you’re not a wheelchair user, just imagine spending a

to virtually any need or preference.

day in a pair of shoes a size too small, and you have an inkling of what it’s like to use a wheelchair that hasn’t

The frame is one of the most robust, but at the same

been properly fitted to your body.

time lightest and narrowest in the market, making the wheelchair extremely easy to handle for the user

However, with the technology available today com-

or a companion – perfect for everyday use, whatever

bined with our knowledge of ergonomics, many

challenges your day has to offer.

things can be done to avoid aches and pains that can prevent you from fully enjoying life. One of the

If you’re looking for an electrical wheelchair, Woltur-

key factors in achieving an optimal sitting position is

nus’ ADL Rex 350 is a popular model – compact, reli-

customising and adjusting the wheelchair to the in-

able and superbly comfortable. The sitting position is

dividual user.

individually designed in every chair and when in use, the chair allows for up to five different electrical set-

If you often depend on a companion when leaving

tings. With its short frame, the ADL Rex 350 is very

your home, Wolturnus’ A-Run may be the right choice

easy to manoeuvre, even in limited space. Every think-

for you. Especially children benefit greatly from the

able convenience has been added to the design, mak-

comforts of the A-Run model, which is super adjust-

ing it extremely versatile.

12-year-old

Jonas

is

very

pleased with his ADL Rex 300, an older model than the Rex 350, which has been optimised and updated. Both the Rex 300 and the Rex 350 are slim models and very easy to manoeuvre, even in small spaces – perfect Rex 350

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sport

Basket

Best

Antares handbike

Be the

Wolturnus’ sports wheelchairs and handbikes are used by professionals and top athletes at the Paralympic Games, but are also popular with beginners and recreational athletes.

Since 2002, when the first Wolturnus racing wheelchairs made it onto

broke the Triathlon record in Antwerp and when he won second place

the podium at the Paralympics, we have been working enthusiasti-

at the Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii.

cally alongside top athletes on building the best sports wheelchairs and handbikes in the world. We are deeply inspired by these athletes

Other popular sports wheelchairs are our specialised basketball and

and find it hugely satisfying to bring our experience from professional

rugby models. All are extremely easy to manoeuvre and turn, fast,

sports to recreational athletes.

stable and low-weight.

When it comes to sports, Wolturnus is probably best known for our

Our two basketball models are available in standard sizes or custom

handbikes – popular with the elite as well as with beginners because of

built – the frame adjusted to the size, strength and team position of

their aerodynamics, speed and unparalleled durability. Top athletes in

the individual player. It’s super strong, accelerates fast and changes

Austria, Holland and Germany, including Team Otto Bock, use custom-

direction quickly and effortlessly. Both models are designed in accord-

built Wolturnus’ handbikes.

ance with international rules and optimised in cooperation with international professional players from top teams.

Besides from handbikes, our range of sports products includes specialIn 2004, athletes using Wolturnus handbikes won 13 medals at the Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece.

ised wheelchairs for racing, basketball, rugby, e-hockey, dancing and

The Wolturnus rugby wheelchairs – Rugby Defence and Rugby Attack –

tennis.

are highly specialised and built for high speed and hard tacklings. Rugby

In the 2008 Games in China, our handbikes and sports wheelchairs were used to win 17 medals. Re-

is a tough sport, so you need a tough chair that can withstand repeated,

cently, professional Austrian cyclists Manfred Putz (uses a Wolturnus handbike) and Thomas Frühwirth

Our racing wheelchair, Amasis, has a super light and hard frame in

hard tacklings and collisions. Our rugby wheelchairs have the best ba-

completed the Race Across America, also known as the world’s toughest bike race. The race covers 12

hardened aluminium, providing optimal use of the athlete’s strength.

lance between strength and weight in the market, making sure you

different states, and the duo are the only participants on handbike. They compete on equal terms.

In 2010, German athlete Thomas Frühwirth used the Amasis when he

benefit from 100 % of your capacity. All chairs are made to measurment.

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technology

technology

What’s the

Secret? You want a chair that’s easy to manoeuvre, as light as possible, but at the same time stable. And of course – it’s a plus if you look good in it, too. Here’s how we achieve that. Okay, so we say we make some of the

minimum resistance and maximum stability.

to one side – most rigid back wheelchairs

strongest, lightest, most stable, durable and

The dimensions of the frame are also im-

would cause you constant discomfort in

not least comfortable wheelchairs in the

portant – a heavier user requires a stronger

one side of the body. Wolturnus has solved

market. How is that possible? Well, partly be-

chair than a lighter user – who should aim for

this problem by developing the Wing Back.

cause of some pretty unique technologies.

minimum weight. No need to wear yourself

It fits on any wheelchair in the market, even

out moving around in a disproportionately

the ones not made by us.

Any wheelchair essentially consists of three

heavy chair.

basic parts that are vital to the user’s sitting position: the frame, the back and the seat.

So far, so good. Let’s talk about the seat. Now the back. Some people have broad

What’s important here is getting the angle

backs, some people have slim backs. And

right. That’s why we choose a seat based on

What’s really important when you build

sometimes people wear thick overcoats.

the chosen frame and back. For some users,

wheelchairs is the simple geometry of the

That’s obvious. But so far, there has been

the back part of the seat should be flat and

frame. Our frames (the “U”, the “V” and the

no wheelchair back on the market that al-

the front part rise slightly. This elementary

“UV”) are carefully designed and selected

lows for stepless, asymmetrical adjustment

fact ensures the pelvis is stabilised in an

for each individual user based on their body

of the back in only minutes. Say you have

optimal position to avoid back pains, head-

type, strength, balance etc. This ensures

back problems causing you to lean slightly

aches and pressure sores.

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Rigid wheelchairs

Rigid wheelchairs

Strong and active

Rigid Wheelchairs

Dalton series

Wolturnus offers a wide range of light, robust rigid wheelchairs to suit every need. The active wheelchairs are available as adjustable standard models or customised with ergonomic frame design for better seating position and propulsion.

Dalton - Optional adjustability. Max 160 kg

Tukan

W5 series

W5 - Rigid back and rear axle. Max 170 kg

W5 A Standard - Fully adjustable. Max 140 kg.

W5 S - Customised, arched frame tubes. Max 140 kg

W5 SA - Optional adjustability and arched frame tubes. Max 140 kg

W5 junior

W5 D - Flip-up footrests. Max 140 kg

W5 XXL - Reinforced for strong and large users. Max 250 kg

W5 K - High-mounted footrests. Max 140 kg

W5 SL - Lighter frame and narrower frame tubes. Max 80 kg

W5 Junior A: Customised, fully adjustable. Max 70 kg

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Dalton L - Low seat height for users Dalton F - Rear wheels up front. who need easy access. Max 160 kg Max 160 kg

series

Tukan - Rigid back and rear axle. Max 120 kg

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Dalton Standard - Fully adjustable standard model. Max 140 kg.

Tukan A Standard - Fully adjustable. Max 120 kg

Tukan A - Customised with optional adjustability. Max 120 kg

Gitano series

W5 Junior: Customised, Rigid back and rear axle. Max 70 kg

Gitano - Customised threewheel wheelchair. Max 130 kg

Gitano Junior - Three-wheel wheelchair for kids. Max 70 kg

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HANDBIKES

Sports wheelchairs

Wheelchairs & handbikes for

Sport & Exercise

Basket

Racing

Wolturnus’ sports wheelchairs and handbikes are used by top athletes and by exercisers. We produce customised and adjustable handbikes for competitive sport and exercise and wheelchairs for basketball, rugby, tennis, dance, electrical hockey and racing.

Basket A: Adjustable seat, balance and footrest.

Rugby

Handbikes

Rugby Defence: Extended front bumper to block your opponent’s wheelchair Antaras A: Adjustable with seated or recumbent position.

Antares Junior: Adjustable with seated og recumbent position.

RaceBike: Customised for competitive use. Recumbent position.

Racebike K: Customised for competitive use. Kneeling position.

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Basket: Customised

Antares Off-Road: Adjustable, seated or recumbent position. All terrain

Amasis: Customised racing wheelchair for competitive use.

Tennis

Rugby Attack: Reinforced side bumpers to withstand hard tackles.

Tennis: Customised

E-hockey

Dans

E-hockey: Compact electric wheelchair for hockey. Top speed 16 km/h

Dance: Customised

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Made in

comfort & power wheelchairs

Wheelchairs with

Comfort

Wolturnus’ comfort and power wheelchairs are narrow and functional, with a focus

Denmark All Wolturnus wheelchairs and key add-on components are designed and manufactured in Denmark. Most wheelchairs are built on location to the specific measurements and requests of the individual customer.

on comfort and ease of use in everyday life. We produce accompanying friendly wheelchairs for children and adults, electric wheelchairs and chassis.

Rex 350 power wheelchair Compact, active power wheelchair for children and adults. Narrow and easy to drive. Available for indoor and outdoor use.

Rex 350 has lift and tilt function

A-run comfort wheelchair

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A-run - Comfort wheelchair for children and adults. Accompanying friendly, easy to

A-run chassis compatible with seating systems from own range or other brands.

drive and narrow

Can be ordered separately.

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