Uplift Technologies Inc.
Our Mission
Uplift Technologies Inc. is committed to providing innovative healthcare technology to enhance personal well-being. Together as a team, we strive to meet or exceed customer expectations of quality and value through dedicated service and support.
Our History
This year marks our 11th anniversary in the Home Medical Equipment Industry. Within that time, we have developed a variety of products that we are proud to put our name on.
We are proud to manufacture a successful line of specialty seating products to enhance the quality of life for those who have mobility restrictions due to a variety of health conditions.
The company currently has an active dealer network of almost 1,300 customers throughout Canada, the U.S.A. parts of Europe, Australia and New Zealand. We are continually looking at ways to foster and grow these relationships while working to serve our customers with the best possible product offering.
Current Profile
Our Product Lines
Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Uplift manufactures specialty seating products designed to enhance the quality of life for those who have mobility restrictions due to a variety of health conditions.
Our Brands
Uplift Technologies Inc. manufactures two distinctive brand lines. The first is the Home Medical Equipment line of seating and mobility products which uses the Uplift name. The second is the UPEASY brand of lifting cushions created to meet the needs of the retail and consumer markets. This brand is most widely received in the International market due to its practicality and affordability.
Our People
Growth and expansion to our product line are constants at Uplift Technologies Inc. With 25 employees, we are actively engaged in ongoing research and development to expand and enhance our innovative products.
Company Details
Year Established:
1993
Number of Employees:
25
Company Information
Michael Speraw
Title:
President
Area of Responsibility:
Management Executive
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
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Jamie-lee O'neill
Title:
Brand Manager
Area of Responsibility:
Export Sales & Marketing
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Email:
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Pam Bourke
Title:
General Manager
Area of Responsibility:
Management Executive
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Email:
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Catherine Whittaker
Title:
Export
Area of Responsibility:
Export Sales & Marketing
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Email:
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Stephen Macneil
Title:
International Sales Rep.
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Email:
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Danette Pottle
Title:
Business Development Manager
Area of Responsibility:
Domestic Sales & Marketing
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Peggy Eyre
Title:
Marketing Manager
Area of Responsibility:
Domestic Sales & Marketing
Telephone:
(902) 422-0804
Fax:
(902) 422-0798
Products
Uplift Seat Assist
Uplift Commode Assist
Uplift Commode Assist Independence When Needed Most
Description and use
The Uplift Commode Assist relieves stress and strain on joints while if offers the user a mechanism that allows them to gently sit and rise. When fully depressed, the seat locks in place for safe usage. To get up, simply depress the lever, and begin to stand. The user receives a gentle lift for up to 80 per cent of their body weight (for weight ranges 80-300 lbs).
Helps keep people active and independent.
Relieves stress and strain on joints.
Lifts only as needed, allowing users to maintain muscular strength.
Benefits those who have lost sufficient upper or lower body strength to get up unassisted.
For more information please visit our Web site at www.up-lift.com.
Uplift Stump Rest
The Uplift Stump Rest is a height adjustable seat addition for
wheelchairs that provides slide-out support for the stump(s) of
below-knee amputees. This support allows the amputee to fully
straighten the knee. This helps prevent and treat the bent
knee
problem: knee flexion contracture.
This retractable stump support system is an affordable product
that will meet the needs of all below-knee amputees. This
support attaches easily to most universal cross-frame
wheelchairs, and it does not add considerable weight to the
chair. This product can be used by right, left, and dual
amputees. It offers cushioned stump support and a solid sitting
base.
Upeasy Lifting Cushion
UPEASY Lifting Cushion Truly Portable Mobility Solution
Description and Use
UPEASY lifting cushion is the truly portable solution for those with mobility requirements. This manual lifting cushion folds flat for easy portability. Works on most armchairs, and sofas (next to an armrest). It assists those who are living with arthritis and various other joint ailments to lower and rise with greater ease from a seated position.
Adjust the lifting cushion to the most appropriate weight setting.
Place center of the UPEASY on a stable seating surface. Front of UPEASY should slightly overhang the front of the armchair.
To lower, sit and slightly lean back for a slow decent.
To rise, start to get up by leaning forward slightly. Push off with your arms and the lifting cushion will begin to lift and assist.
For more information please visit our Web site at www.up-lift.com.
Upeasy Power Seat
UPEASY Power Seat The Power to Rise
Description and Use
Ordinary furniture is quickly transformed into mobility equipment by simply adding the UPEASY Power Seat. Electrically powered, there is no need to sacrifice lifestyle or personal taste with this lifting cushion as it works on most armchairs, recliners and sofas. The Power Seat was initially designed to benefit those who suffer from conditions such as arthritis, Parkinsons, ALS, degenerative joint conditions as well as post-operative conditions.
Plug the UPEASY Power Seat in a regular household power socket.
Flick one of the levers upward to raise the lifting cushion to a level where you are comfortable to sit on it.
Sit in the center of the lifting cushion. Flick one of the levers downward to lower into a seated position. Be sure to hold onto armrests.
Lifting mechanism will automatically stop once fully lowered.
When ready to rise flick one of the levers upward, hold onto the armrests of your chair to receive a stable and secure lift.
For more information please visit our Web site at www.up-lift.com.
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