ABOUT HOOK-I TECH
Hook-i Tech has been at the forefront of developing global safety standards for wheelchair transport for over 40 years.
INNOVATION
At Hook-i-Tech, innovation is the foundation of our mission to enhance vehicle accessibility worldwide. Our unique devices are designed to seamlessly integrate with accessible vehicles. With 40 years of experience in disabled transport, innovative design, and durable engineering, Hook-i Tech is the benchmark for safety in the WAV industry.
SAFETY
For wheelchair users, equitable access to safe travel should never be an afterthought. Hook-i-Tech devices are rigorously tested and engineered to provide maximum security, offering rock-solid stability and restraint during transit. Enhancing peace of mind and ride comfort, and enabling wheelchair users to travel further than ever with confidence.
CONVENIENCE
We believe the safest solutions should also be the most convenient. Our systems are designed for unparalleled convenience, featuring intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that make securing a wheelchair quick, effortless, and dependable. This dual commitment ensures a safe and stress-free experience for users, vehicle operators, and caregivers alike.
PAWRS
POWER ASSISTED WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Hook-i PAWRS is an ISO:10542-compliant combined winch and front restraint system to assist in the loading of a wheelchair and passenger into a rear ramp entry Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle.
By combining the functions of separate winch and restraint systems into one easy-to-use device, the whole loading sequence is much faster and easier, providing convenience and safety.
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Enhancing Safety Worldwide
The need for secure and reliable wheelchair restraint systems is universal. That’s why Hook-i-Tech devices are trusted by accessible vehicle manufacturers globally. From public transport fleets to private wheelchair-accessible vehicles (WAVs), our technology has become an established component in international mobility.
By ensuring the highest levels of safety and convenience across continents, we are actively fulfilling our mission to enhance safety for wheelchair users worldwide, promoting independence and confident travel for everyone.
ISO:10542
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Wheelchair Tie-Down & Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) are tested to an international standard called ISO 10542.
According to ISO:10542, a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) must undergo WTORS testing by simulating a near-instantaneous 48 – 0 kph deceleration – a crash test.
A standardised surrogate 85kg wheelchair is used, with a 78kg Anthropomorphic Test Dummy (ATD).
This places a force of over 20g on the surrogate wheelchair and ATD – meaning the WTORS must be able to withstand a load equivalent to 20 times their combined weight.
As wheelchairs and people continue to increase in size, Hook-i Tech is developing new products to meet these greater loads. As a result, new products coming to market may now be tested to weights exceeding the standard required for ISO 10542 compliance.
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