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2 Tier Microwave Steamer
The 2 Tier Microwave Steamer is ergonomic cookware designed for those individuals with upper extremity disabilities to prepare healthy meals in minutes. The user pours water into the bottom of this 2-tier microwave steamer, adds 1 or 2 food items into the separate dishes provided, covers, stacks and steams vegetables, shellfish, etcetera. The steamer is dishwasher and freezer safe.
4-Way Opener
The 4-Way Opener is a jar, bottle, ring top, and twist cap opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or grasping disabilities or arthritis. One end has an slot in which ring tabs fit for easier opening and a bottle opener; the opposite side has a ridged circle to grip and unscrew bottle tops. On the underside, there is a hook that that will pop off a jar lid. The 4 Way Opener is dishwasher safe. DIMENSIONS: 5.25 inches long.
5-in-1 Opener
The 5-in-1 Opener is designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. The device is designed to open jars, bottles and cans with ease. Soft-grip strips down the side ensure a comfortable and secure hold.
5-Way Opener
The 5-Way Opener is a can and bottle opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. This ergonomically designed opener features teeth, pincers and levers to assist with opening bottles with metal bottle caps, cans with pop tops, machine-sealed plastic bottles, and cans with pull tabs. Its rubber handle insert offers a secure grip that helps reduce slipping. The device can also be used to break the vacuum seal on hard to
6 In 1 Multi Opener
The 6 in 1 Multi Opener is a bottle, ring top, and jar opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities. Shaped like a figure eight with a stainless steel and polycarbonate frame, this device opens bottle caps, pull tabs, safety seals, bottle tops, jar lids, and slice open bags. The unit has a Santoprene grip material cover and a clamp-style design. It is dishwasher safe.
Ableware All Out Universal Opener
The Ableware All-Out Universal Opener is a multi-functional opening tool designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or grasping disabilities or arthritis. Provides the leverage needed to open most packaged food items. The hand rest resembles a computer mouse and distributes the pressure on the hand to reduce pain and cramping, while the T-shaped handle on top allows a person to use the device with little or no gripping strength. Designed to accommodate several gripping opt
Automatic Bottle Opener
The Automatic Bottle Opener is designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. This automatic bottle opener makes opening beer, cider or soda bottles easy. Simply push down and the cap pops off. The cap is then collected by the magnet on the side of the bottle opener. Additionally, the bottle opener can be used one-handed and there is no need to twist or grip. It is made of stainless steel.
Automatic Wine Opener With Foil Cutter
The Automatic Electric Wine Opener is a corkscrew designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. To remove a cork, the user places the bottom of the unit over the top of the wine bottle and presses the button on the inside of the curved handle to engage the corkscrew. The opener works with natural or synthetic cork. The foil cutter is located at the top of the unit. POWER: Uses a rechargeable battery to remove 50 corks per charge. A recha
Baggy Rack
The Baggy Rack is a plastic bag holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or use of only one hand. Constructed of polypropylene plastic, the device has a round base with a non-slip edge. Two adjustable arms with clips on top secure most sizes of storage bags or piping bags, holding them open for filling. The arms collapse for storage. DIMENSIONS: 3.625 inches in diameter x 7.25 to 10 inches high. WEIGHT: 5 ounces.
Battery Powered Can Opener (Model D2360)
Battery powered can opener. Unit clips on can. When switched on, it automatically pierces can, runs around rim to open, and shuts off. Hands off automatic operation for large cans (over 1 pound). For standard size cans, unit is held in palm. Includes loop for hang up storage. Removable cutting assembly. Runs on AA alkaline batteries.
Black And Decker Gizmo Cordless Can Opener (Model Em 200)
The Black and Decker Gizmo Cordless Can Opener, model EM 200, is a lightweight can opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Once the lid is pierced, the opener moves around the lid and shuts itself off when the can is open. The unit has a lid release to hold and drop the can lid and a removable blade. The unit's small storage/recharger base can be wall mounted or stored in a drawer. POWER: Uses rechargeable batteries (included) that recharge in the opener's st
Boxtopper With Built-Up Handle
The Boxtopper with Built-up Handle is a box top opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis and other disabilities of the hand. This durable plastic opener has an oversized spongy handle. To use, the tip of the unit is placed under the box top flap and lifted up to open most flaps.
Can Opener Auto Safety
The Can Opener Auto Safety is designed for individuals with Arthritis to open almost any can with the push of a button. Locks and holds the can in position for easy one hand operation. 'Walks' around can and shuts off automatically leaving no sharp edges. Opens over 100 cans on one set of batteries.
Can Pop
The Can Pop is a ring top opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. The tip of the device slips under the ring on the lid of pet food or single-serving food cans and can be used to lift the ring. Pulling back on the handle then provides leverage to remove thelid.
Candyman Motion-Activated Candy Dispenser
The CandyMan Motion-Activated Candy Dispenser is a motion-activated candy dispenser designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This large dispenser fills from the top and dispenses unwrapped candy, unsalted nuts, or gumballs (not included) when a hand moves in front of the motion sensor below the bowl. The unit holds 12.5 ounces and can be set to dispense a small handful, a large handful, or a bowl. POWER: Uses four AA batteries (not included) or an alterna
Cap Turner (Model Sw5157)
The Cap Turner, model SW5157, is a twist cap bottle opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor or grasping disabilities. The unit fits over a screw or twist top and is is equipped with an inverted L-shaped handle to provide leverage and grip to turn the cap. Recommended for bottles and small jars with a mouth up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Capscrew Opener (Model F75346-0002)
The Capscrew Opener, model F75346-0002, is designed to assist individuals with the use of only one hand or who have limited manual strength to open jars and bottles with caps from 5/8 to more than 3 inches in diameter. The opener may be mounted on the wall or removed from its wall braket for hand-held use on a table or counter. The device is bell shaped and made of molded of polypropylene with a soft rubber liner that grips screw top pushed into it and twisted. DIMENSIONS: Bell is 3.5 inches in
Carex Enablers Easy Opener (Model En11Crd)
The Carex Enablers Easy Opener, model EN11CRD, is a box top and can opener designed for use by individuals with limited manual strength or dexterity. This multipurpose opener opens bottle caps, box tops, and pull tabs. The device has a spade-sheaped blade and a rubberized grip. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 2 x 0.88 x 5.5 inches.
Carex Enablers Jar Opener & Closer (Model En17Crd)
The Carex Enablers Jar Opener & Closer, model EN17CRD, is a jar opener and tap turner designed for use by individuals with limited manual dexterity. The large round disk fits over jar lids or taps, while the pinwheel design in the surface helps secure the user's grip and concentrate hand strength while turning. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 4.75 x 1.25 x 4.75 inches.
Device For Opening Milk Cartons.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to open cardboard milk cartons for persons with little finger strength or dexterity. Illustrates device made of a three-tined hand gardening tool with the tines cut off so they are about the same length. The middle tine is slipped under the peak of the carton with the other tines on top, and the handle is pulled upwards. SKILLS REQUIRED: Metalworking. AUTHOR: Independence Factory TITLE: Make it Cheap: Volume 3 REF: Middletown, Ohio: Independence
Dycem Bottle Opener
The Dycem Bottle Opener is a screw cap opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis and other hand and upper extremity disabilities. Made of Dycem non-slip material, this small, bowl-shaped opener provides a secure grip for opening and closing bottles (soda bottles, pill bottles, etc.) with screw-top lids. DIMENSIONS: 2.5 inches in diameter. COLOR: Blue.
Dycem Jar Opener & Mat Set
The Dycem Jar Opener & Mat Set is a jar opener and non-slip pad designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. The set includes a bowl-shaped, non-slip jar opener for opening screw top jars and a round, non-slip mat to stabilize the jar during opening. DIMENSIONS: The round mat is 5.5 inches in diameter. COLOR: The jar opener is available in blue or yellow.
Dycem Jar Opener (Model 16K027A)
The Dycem Jar Opener, model 16K027A, is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, arthritis, or grasping disabilities. The device is a hollow cone lined with Dycem, which exerts a strong grip on most surfaces. The user places it over the top of the jar and turns. The device can be used to open jars with lids from 1 to 4 inches in diameter. COLOR: Blue.
Easitwist Jar Opener
The EasiTwist Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This plastic device tightly grips jar lids and holds on until the lid is off. The ridged grip handle grips lids from sticky steak sauce caps to pickle jar lids. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 9 x 3 x 0.875 inches. The unit grips lids up to 3 inches in diameter.
Easy Grip Can Opener
The Easy Grip Can Opener is designed for use by individuals with arthritis of the hand and other grasping disabilities. This stainless steel manual can opener has large, easy-to-grip handles designed to fit comfortably in the hand.
Easy Open Vial
The Easy Open Vial is an easy open medicine bottle for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, arthritis, or grasping disabilities and by upper extremity amputees. This plastic bottle and its cap are a single piece with the bottle and top portions connected by a durable and flexible plastic tab. The Easy Open Vial's 1-piece construction is intended to prevent lost caps. To open the bottle, a user squeeze the top sides where indicated by arrows on the cap and the lid pops open. Al
Easy-Open Bottle Opener (Model 645952P)
The Easy-Open Bottle Opener, model 645952p, is a twist cap bottle opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities. The unit is placed over the bottle top and pushed downward to pop the top. A built-in magnet inside the unit holds the top when the opener is removed from the bottle. WARRANTY: One-year limited warranty.
Ekco 123 Bottle Opener
The EKCO 123 Bottle Opener is a bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping and fine motor disabilities or arthritis. Designed to aid in opening pop-top bottles and piercing can tops, this bottle opener consists of a stainless steel head and an ergonomically designed handle for comfort and ease of use. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 9.625 x 2.75 x 0.125 inches. WEIGHT: 2.1 ounces. COLOR: Gray handle. WARRANTY: Limited manufacturer's warranty.
Electric Wine Opener
The Electric Wine Opener is a powered corkscrew designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. This device uses screw insertion to remove traditional and synthetic corks. The opener comes with two stoppers, a foil cutter, and a wine preserver that removes air from unfinished bottles. POWER: Uses a rechargeable battery to open up to 50 wine bottles after a 10-hour charge via the base that uses standard alternating current (AC). DIMENSIONS: 7.75 inches high
Extreme Magic Opener
The Extreme Magic Opener is a bottle opener, twist cap bottle opener and ring top opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or grasping disabilities or arthritis. This opener consists of three sections; top, middle, and bottom. The top section has a ring top that fits into a slot on one end of the opener. The user then pivots the handle upward to raise the ring top and break the can’s seal and then lowers the handle to raise the ring top, pulling the lid off the c
EZ Fill Pouring Aid
EZ Fill is a device that aids in filling containers, such as a glass or cup. The aid hangs on the edge of the container, and when liquid fills to about one inch from the top, the device produces a signal, alerting the user.
Ez Squeeze Can Opener
The EZ Squeeze Can Opener is a can opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or use of only one hand. This can opener features a patented stainless steel ratcheting mechanism, magnetic lid tip, stainless steel blade and sturdy construction. The user pierces the lid with the cutting wheel and squeezes the handles to open the can. The cut lid is then safely removed by the magnetized tip.
Good Grips Jar Opener
The Good Grips Jar Opener is designed for use by people with limited grasping ability. The built-up handle is made of rubber-like material that bends to conform to the user's grasp and is non-slip even when wet. The dishwasher-safe device grips lids up to four inches in diameter in the vortex of a V and with a turn of the wrist opens them. DIMENSIONS: 9 x 5 x 1 inches. COLOR: Black.
Gripper Adapter
The Gripper Adapter is a do it yourself device designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. This device uses a grip adapter cubi that allows the user to pour wine in their cup. The adapter is made of 3D printable material and includes two operation parts for it to work.
Gripper Jar Opener
The Gripper Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or upper extremity disabilities. The device works on smooth and grooved jar lids and the jaws securely tighten around the lid and remain locked until the user releases them. DIMENSIONS: Opens lids 1 to 3.75 inches wide; the unit is 9.5 inches wide.
Gripper.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to open and close screw-top jars or to use to turn taps and valves for someone with weak hands. Provides pattern and instructions for a gripper made of plywood with rubber glued to the surfaces that come into contact with the object to be turned. Can be clamped or screwed down for one-handed use. Includes drawings and photograph. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Grainger, S E TITLE: Making Aids for Disabled Living REF: North Pomfret, Vermon
Handle-R
The Handle R is a bottle holder designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This small lightweight device screws onto most 2-liter bottles. The Handle R has a handle for carrying, lifting, and pouring the bottle. The handle can also be used as a drinking cup. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 7 x 3 x 6 inches.
Handy Aid Gripper (Model F75358)
The Handy Aid Gripper, model F75358, is a jar opener made of flexible rubber. This disk with non-slip texturing on both sides allows for a firm grip on jar lids, salt shakers, fuses, radiator caps, etc. The device also offers protection from sharp edges and provides a grip on tool handles, and can be used as a non-slip pad under vases or bowls. DIMENSIONS: 4 7/8 inches in diameter.
Handy Opener (Models Kec160 & Kec160B)
The Handy Opener (models KEC160 and KEC160B) is a cordless powered can opener designed for one handed operation or with limited use of two hands. Lightweight, with rechargeable holder. Warranty available.
Hot Hand Hand Protector
The Hot Hand Hand Protector is a heat protection device and jar opener designed for maintaining a secure grip on hot or cold slippery items such as glasses, pans, cups and to aid in opening jars with screw tops. The protector is made of flexible silicone, and this pad has end pockets to fit the thumb and fingers. The gripping surfaces are studded with numerous small suction cups. The device will retain its flexibility over a temperature range from -70 degrees to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Hole tabs
Jar & Bottle & Cork Opener (Model Ha-4282)
The Jar & Bottle & Cork Opener, model HA-4282, is a screw top jar and bottle opener and cork remover designed for use by individuals with grasping, fine motor disabilities, or arthritis. This wrench-style plastic opener has an ergonomic handle enabling the user to turn and remove caps, lids, and corks. This opener is dishwasher safe.
Jar & Bottle Holder (Model Ha-4290)
The Jar & Bottle Holder, HA-4290, is a jar and bottle holder and opener designed for use by individuals with use of one hand, arthritis, or upper extremity disabilities. This device sits over the edge of a counter and the jar or bottle is placed in its V section. The sliding section is then pushed in with the hip or stomach, leaving the hand(s) free to remove the lid.
Jar Holder Lends A Hand.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to hold a screw- top container firmly in place so it can be opened with one hand. Bottle holder can be made of 1 inch thick wood. The base is about 6 inches wide, and long enough to slightly overlap the end of the kitchen counter, with crosspiece reinforcements on each end. This has a beveled slot ending in an inverted V into which slides a tongue with a W shaped end and a convex outer portion which the user leans against to provide leverage. In
Jar Opener
The Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or upper extremity disabilities. The device is made of silicone rubber which makes opening jars much easier, allowing the user to attain a good, comfortable grip without applying too much pressure, therefore causing far less discomfort to joints. Additionally, the rubber jar opener is nontoxic due to its silicone rubber construction, which means it can be used in kitchens and clinical areas.
Jar Opener.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Jar opening device to help open bottle lids for a person whose ability to grip objects is limited. Describes device made of a piece of 1 inch wood about 6 inches square with an arch-shaped section cut out. This indentation is lined with 1 inch wide textured rubber (i.e. innner tube rubber slashed to give traction), or and old hacksaw blade and emery paper on either side of the indentation. Device is mounted on a shelf. COMMENTS: Suggests, as an alterna
Jar Pop Jar Key
The Jar Pop Jar Key is a jar opener designed to assist people with limited gripping ability or hand strength in opening jars with smooth lids. The plastic device is placed against the lid much like a bottle opener and with minimal pressure, the lever pops the jar seal, allowing the lid to turn freely. The device features a wide handle. DIMENSIONS: 5.25 inches long. COLOR: Assorted.
Jug Kettle Tipper
The Jug Kettle Tipper is a pouring aid designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, arthritis, or other upper extremity disabilities. This wire-coated cradle accommodates pitchers, juice bottles, etc. and an elastic strap with hook-and-loop closure secures the container in the device. A built-in stop aids in cup positioning, enabling the user to pour liquids simply by tipping the cradle forward.
Kettle Pourer (Model Ha-4270)
The Kettle Pourer, model HA-4270, is a pouring aid designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This pouring aid has a wire frame cradle that holds most kettles. The kettle sits in the cradle and is secured by a strap. Gentle pressure on the kettle causes it to pivot on the raised wire frame, so the liquid pours from the kettle into a cup placed in front of the frame. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 190 x 260 x 190 millimeters. WEIGHT: 377 grams.
Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Lid Lifter
The Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Lid Lifter is a can opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities. This one-handled opener automatically locks on when placed on the can lid. When the knob is turned, the cutter removes the top portion of the lid just below the rim of the can, and the lid gripper lifts the lid off completely. This opener leaves no sharp edges and the cutting blade never touches the food. This opener can be hand washed. D
Kuhn Rikon Easy Lidlifter
Kuhn Rikon Easy LidLifter is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. The unit has a omfortable non-slip grip and provides leverage. To use, a lid is placed in one of three openings that is lightly larger than lid. Squeeze gently and twist counter-clockwise to open. The Easy LidLifter opens smooth and ridged lids from 0.75 inch to 2 inches. DIMENSIONS: 9.5 x 4 x 1 inches. COLOR: Green, blue, red and white, o
Kuhn Rikon Ergo Safety Lid Lifter
The Kuhn Rikon Ergo Safety Lid Lifter is a can opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities. This opener has a rounded shape tailored to fit the hand and a large rubber turning knob. The cutting wheel cuts from the side leaving the rim smooth, with no sharp or jagged edges. The tiny jaws of the Lid Gripper clamp onto the lid rim and lift off the top. This opener enables the user to hold the lid over the trash container, open the j
Kuhn Rikon Gripper Jar Opener, The
The Kuhn Rikon Gripper Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. This device is engineered so that it tightens the jaws around the cap, even as the jar is being opened, elimunating slipping. To use, place The Gripper over the jar lid and rotate the turn knob clockwise to tighten jaws onto lid to lock the tool in place. While holding the jar or bottle securely, the user grasps the handle and push
Kuhn Rikon Parrot 4-In-1 Opener, The
The Kuhn Rikon Parrot 4-in-1 Opener is a can and bottle opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or weakness. This device opens flip tops, pull and pop tabs, and threaded caps. The rubber handle insert makes tool comfortable to hold and helps reduce slipping. DIMENSIONS: 7 x 2 x 1.2 inches. COLOR: Red with gray handle insert.
Kuhn Rikon Safety Lidlifter Master Opener
The Kuhn Rikon Safety LidLifter Master Opener is a can opener and pop top and screw top opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities. The can opener at one end is made of 18/8 stainless steel with a polished finish and the large turn knob is designed to be comfortable to hold and turn easily. The blade cuts from the side leaving the rim smooth, not sharp or jagged edges. The other end of the opener opens bottles and cans with pull
L'unico Automatic Corkscrew
The L'Unico Automatic Corkscrew is a corkscrew designed for use by individuals with fine motor disabilities or limited hand strength. The corkscrew is imbedded in a large bulb-shaped handle that reduces the hand strength required for use. To use, insert the corkscrew in the center of the cork and turn the device clockwise until the corkscrew is fully inserted. Two additional clockwise turns without releasing the corkscrew causes the cork to come out of the bottle. The device comes with a plastic
Lazy Teapot
---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a porcelain teapot and a holding device that allows individuals with grasping disabilities to easily pour a cup of tea without having to lift the teapot. When the teapot is placed into the holding device, it can then be swayed forward, well-directed without having to lift the teapot itself. Additionally, the holding device services as a heating device that can boil the liquid in the teapot and keep it warm precisely on different temperat
Legacy Corkpops Wine Bottle Opener
The Legacy CorkPops Wine Bottle Opener is a corkscrew designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This device inserts a long needle through the cork and into the bottle; when the top is pressed, the cork is popped and the bottle is opened. The opener utilizes a low-pressure, environmentally friendly, EPA-approved propellant to insure a safe and exciting "pop." It features a sleek ergonomic design with a rubberized finish that is design
Lids Off Delux Jar Opener (Model Jw250)
The Lids Off Delux Jar Opener, model JW250 is a powered jar opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or grasping disabilities, arthritis, or the use of only one hand. To open a jar, the jar is placed on the turntable of the unit and the upper body of the unit is lowered to fit securely on the lid. Pressing the handle down causes the turntable to rotate, loosening the jar lid. The unit handles jars up to 8 inches high and up to 4.5 inches in diameter. Features include adjustabl
Lids Off Jar Opener (Model Jw 200)
The Lids Off Jar Opener, model JW 200, is a powered jar opener designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities, arthritis or the use of only one hand. To open a jar, the jar is placed on the turntable of the unit and the upper body of the unit is lowered to fit securely on the lid. Holding the on/off button down cause the turntable to rotate, loosening the jar lid. The unit handles jars in a variety of shapes, sizes, and styles, including baby food jars, large jars,
Maddagrip Opener
The Maddagrip Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with limited grasping ability. This soft, large-diameter opener fits the entire hand for extra turning power. This device conforms to most lids, from small vials and bottles to large jars, and enables lids to be removed by exerting pressure with the palm and twisting.
Metrokane Electric Rabbit
The Metrokane Electric Rabbit is a corkscrew designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. Simply lower the unit onto the bottle and the cork is pulled automatically. Once lifted away from the wine bottle, the device ejects the cork automatically. This corkscrew is equipped with an illuminated liquid crystal display (LCD) screen that shows the number of cork pulls before re-charging. POWER: Uses rechargeable battery. COLOR: Red, black, or silver.
Modification Of Electric Can Opener.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Adaptation of a commercially available electronic can opener to allow a person with limited use of one hand only to open cans of various sizes. The modification requires a large base plate for rigid mounting, modification of the spring for the cutter wheel, counterbalanced extended operating handle, protection of the switch from undue pressure, supporting fixture for each size can, and support of the plastic opener body. Includes photograph. Instructio
Modified Tad Jar Opener
CUSTOM ADAPTATIONPURPOSE: To enable an individual with upper extremity disabilities to open screwtop jars. A standard TAD belly clamp was modified to fit rounded counter edges and made deeper at the front. A Baby Boa Constrictor Opener, which has a self-clamping rubber strap to grasp the lid completed the unit. The user stands in front of the belly clamp, holding it in place with his/her body. The jar is placed in the triangular point of the unit. With the jar secure, the strap is placed around
Mother's 3Rd Arm
Mother's 3rd Arm is a flexible, portable cup or baby bottle holder designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. This device consists of a large cylinder affixed to a long flexible neck with a large clamp at the base. The adjustable clamp permits the device to be secured to the edges of tables or desks, the back of automobile seats, bed rails, or to the tubular frame of a stroller, wheelchair, or high chair. The cup or baby bottle is placed in the cylinder and the ne
Mounted Jar Opener (Model F75346)
The Mounted Jar Opener, model F75346, is designed to provide a convenient way to open any screw-type jar lid from 3/8 to 3 3/8 inches in diameter with one hand. The devices may be mounted to the underside fo any shelf or cabinet. The device is made of glass-filled nylon with a knurled hardened steel gripper, needs no adjustment, and has no moving parts. DIMENSIONS: 6 x 3.5 x 5/8 inches.
Multi Opener (Model Ha-4288)
Multi Opener, model HA-4288, is a jar or bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. This device has a flexible steel band that clamps around the lid of a jar or bottle, holding it firmly. A long crank arm enables the user to turn and open the caps with adjustable screw. DIMENSIONS: 220 millimeters long. The device fits lid sizes up to 11 centimeters diameter. WEIGHT: 136 grams.
Multi Top Opener
The Multi Top is a jar, ring top, and twist cap bottle opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthitis. This multi-purpose opener opens pop-off caps, pop tabs on soda cans, twist-off bottle caps, cans with pull tabs, and jars with vacuum seals. The device has a secure-grip handle. DIMENSIONS(LxW): 5.75 x 2.75 inches. WEIGHT: 0.5 pounds. COLOR: Assorted. GUARANTEE: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.
Multi-Opener
The Multi-Opener is a screw cap and ring top opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis and other disabilities of the hand. This device opens pull-ring tops on pet food and soda cans, flip tops on shampoo and lotion containers, and screw caps on small bottles. The unit includes a hole and a magnet for hanging. DIMENSIONS: The unit opens screw caps from 5/16 to 1.75 inches in diameter.
Multipurpose Kitchen Board
---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a multipurpose kitchen board for individuals with grasping disabilities or who are one-handed. The Multipurpose Kitchen Board is designed to assist people with use of only one hand in the kitchen with food preparation tasks such as holding items in place while cutting and opening jars and bottles. The prototype is a cutting mat with a plastic enclosure that has an adjustable arm that can be locked onto either side of the board and at any
One Hand Canister Set
The One Hand Canister set is designed for people with mobility or grasping disabilities as well as for people that had a stroke or lack strengths on the upper side of their bodies. Ideal for children, seniors or anyone with the use of only one hand or limited hand strength/gripping ability. It requires no twisting, turning, or hand strength. Canisters open and close with a gentle press of a finger or the palm of a hand. Use for food storage, storage of household items, office supplies, garage i
One Touch Can Opener
The One Touch Can Opener is designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. Placed on most cans, this opener travels around the lid, cutting below the lid to eliminate sharp, jagged edges. A built-in magnet holds the lid off the food. POWER: Uses 2 AA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 6.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches. COLOR: White.
One Touch Can Opener Ii
The One Touch Can Opener II is a can opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities, or arthritis. Designed to open any cylindrical can with a rim, this opener, when placed on top of a can, travels around the can, and cuts below the lid to prevent sharp, jagged edges. The One Touch II will automatically turn off when operation is complete, and a built in magnet will pick up the lid once the opener is lifted from the can. POWER: Uses 2 AA batteri
One Touch Jar Opener
The One Touch Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This device attaches to lids of jars of all types, shapes and sizes and opens them hands-free with the touch of one button. POWER: Requires two AA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS(LxWxH): 7.5 x 3.9 x 2.7 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound. GUARANTEE: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.
One Touch Storage Containers, Set Of 3 (Model 16K052A)
The One Touch Storage Container, Set of 3, model 16K052A, are easy open storage containers designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, arthritis, or grasping disabilities. These containers require no twisting or turning to open. Pressing a spot on the rim of the lid with one finger or the palm of the hand causes the lid to open. Pressing the middle of the lid reseals it. The containers come in a set with one each of .50 quart (.75 litre), .90 quart (1.45 litre), 1.85 quart
Open Aid
The Open Aid is a twist or screw cap opener designed for use by individuals with grasping, fine motor and upper extremity disabilities and arthritis. Designed to fit five different bottle sizes, this device helps with the removal of hard to open medicine bottles. Features include a pointed end to remove tamper-resistant seals and a pointed hooked end to assist in removing cotton ball from new bottles. COLOR: White
Original Magic Opener
The Original Magic Opener is a twist cap bottle opener and ring top opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or grasping disabilities or arthritis.
This opener consists of three sections; top, middle, and bottom. The top section has a ring top that fits into a slot on one end of the opener. The user then pivots the handle upward to raise the ring top and break the can’s seal and then lowers the handle to raise the ring top, pulling the lid off the can. The middle
Oxo Good Grips Bottle Opener
The OXO Good Grips Bottle Opener is a bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities or arthritis. This opener opens pop-top bottles and pierces cans. It has a stainless steel head and a large, soft, non-slip grip, and it is dishwasher-safe. DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 8 x 2 x 1 inch. WEIGHT: 4 ounces.
Plastic Multi Opener (Model Ha-4289)
The Plastic Multi Opener, model HA-4289, is a can or bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities. This device can be used to open aluminum can tabs, as well as twist resalable and pressure sealed bottle caps. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 15 x 145 x 46 millimeters. WEIGHT: 21 grams.
Polly Power Grip
The Polly Power Grip is a grasping aid for hand designed for use by individuals with arthritis and other grasping disabilities. This lightweight tool has vise-like jaws that adjust to varying widths and that close by squeezing the handles and open by pulling the handles apart. This device aids in providing a firmer grip with more power for pushing, pulling, picking up, turning, squeezing, or holding. This tool can be used to turn keys; open bottles, tubes, small jars, medicine bottles (including
Pop Top Can Opener For Zip Top Cans.
--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to pry the top off of flip top cans for persons with little finger strength or dexterity. Illustrates construction of a ring top opener using a U bolt with one leg cut off and the other bent, with the end flattened, to which a small metal pin is welded about 1/2 inch from the end. This is fastened to a file handle; a notch is put in the bolt to steady it on the rim of the can. The tip of the bolt is slipped under the ring and a downward motion l
Pouring Aids
DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with Friedrich's ataxia to dispense food and beveragesthat come in difficult-to-use containers. Put foods such as flour, rice, and sugar into airtight juice containers with handles. Put milk and juice in sports-cap bottles. MATERIALS: Airtight juice bottles with handles and sports bottles. AUTHOR: Labbe, A. TITLE: Quest Extra: Doing It Yourself. JOURNAL: Quest. WEB SITE: http://www.mda.org/publications/quest/extra/qe14-5_diy.html REF: V
Pouring Cup On Stand (Model 20)
The Pouring Cup on Stand, model 20, is a pouring aid designed for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity, or severe physical disabilities. This stand-mounted pouring cup allows the user to pour liquids or flour into a container by activating a switch. A second switch returns the cup to an upright position. Cups are marked for measuring, and removable for cleaning. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batteries. OPTION: Replacement cup set with of 2 modified and 2 bottom cups (20X). DIMENSIONS (HxLx
Pouring Stand For Soda Bottles
Wooden tipping stand accommodates one liter soda bottle. Bottle is slid into box, where it is held in place by friction. Bottle can be tipped with a light touch. .
Purrfect Gripper Easy Grip Jar And Bottle Opener
The PurrFect Gripper Jar and Bottle Opener is a jar and bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This opener is made of thermoplastic elastomer and nylon and features a cat-shaped head at one end designed to fit around the twist top of water or soda bottles to aid in opening them. The body end of this cat-shaped opener is flexible and designed to fit around jar lids of all sizes. Other features include a serrated packaging cutter b
Quart Carton Holder
The Quart Carton Holder is designed to make pouring easier for use by individuals with grasping difficulties. Put carton in holder and instantly have handle to facilitate pouring.
Rabbit Corkscrew
The Rabbit Corkscrew is designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor disabilities. This device opens any wine bottle, including those with wide mouths or with crumbling corks. To use, grasp the bottle's neck with the rubberized, ergonomically-shaped gripping handles and pull the top handle down. This causes the eflon-coated corkscrew to burrow into the cork; pushing the handle back up slides the cork out. Moving the handle again ejects the cork from the corkscrew. The unit is mad
Ring Pull Can Opener
The Ring Pull Can Opener is a ring top opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. The user grasps the handle of this "J" shaped device, and slips a ring top can tab into the slot at the opener's curved end. With the tab in the slot, the user places the curve of the opener on the can's top and rocks back, away from the tab, pulling the can open. This device is dishwasher safe. DIMENSIONS: 5inches long.
Safe Edge Can Opener
The Safe Edge Can Opener is a manual can opener designed for use by individuals with grasping, fine motor, or dexterity disabilities or arthritis. This can opener opens from the top rather than the side, eliminating sharp edges and preventing lids from falling into the can. Designed for left- or right-handed use, this once-around opener has a large non-slip rubber handle. GUARANTEE: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.
Seal-A-Meal Food Sealer Press With Hold Release (Model Vs107)
The Seal-A-Meal Food Sealer Press with Hold Release, model VS107, is a plastic bag sealer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This vacuum food sealer comes equipped with one-touch vacuum and seal buttons with indicator lights, a removable dishwasher-safe drip tray, and Microban antimicrobial product protection. In addition, its accessory port allows for sealing with canisters, bottle stoppers, minute marinating canisters, and more. Other features inclu
Seal-A-Meal Food Sealer Press With Hold Release (Model Vs230)
The Seal-A-Meal Food Sealer Press with Hold Release, model VS230, is a plastic bag sealer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This vacuum food sealer comes equipped with one-touch vacuum and seal buttons with indicator lights, a removable dishwasher-safe drip tray, integrated bag roll holder and cutter, and Microban antimicrobial product protection. In addition, its accessory port allows for sealing with canisters, bottle stoppers, minute marinating ca
Snackman Motion-Activated Treat And Candy Dispenser
The SnackMan Motion-Activated Treat and Candy Dispenser is a motion-activated snack and candy dispenser designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This large dispenser fills from the top and dispenses unwrapped candy, unsalted nuts, sunflower seeds or other snacks (not included) when a hand moves in front of the motion sensor below the bowl using the portion-control knob. The unit holds six cups and can be set to dispense a small handful, a large handful, or
Sologrip One-Handed Jar Opener
Sologrip is an ergonomic kitchen utensil designed to make opening jars and bottles easy. The device allows a user to open a jar, twist cap, or food top with one hand. The non-slip base provides a secure grip on counter tops. Designed to fit inside standard kitchen drawers for hidden access and storage. DIMENSIONS: 15 3/4 inches length x 8 1/4 inches width x 3 inches height. WEIGHT: 1 pound. COLOR: White. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.
Spill Not Jar & Bottle Opener (Model 6017)
The Spill Not Jar & Bottle Opener, model 6017, is a jar and bottle opener designed for use by individuals with the use of only one hand, arthritis, or grasping or fine motor disabilities. Made of durable plastic, this rectangular device has three inverted rubber cones that ensure a secure fit for any round glass or plastic container. By fitting the container into one of the three conic openings, the user can open bottle tops or lids with the use of one hand. Non-slip rubber feet on the base
Spillnot Jar And Bottle Opener
The Spillnot Jar And Bottle Opener is a device which grips the base of jars and bottles while the user turns the top. Suitable for one-handed users or those with reduced grip. The product is intended for users who don't have a strong grip.
Standard Kettle Tipper (Model Aa5770)
The Standard Kettle Tipper, model AA5770, is a pouring aid designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, arthritis, or other upper extremity disabilities. This unit has a coated base supporting a platform which accommodates gallon jugs, tea kettles etc. Four pillars hold the container in position and enable liquids to be poured by tilting the platform. The platform cannot move forward or backward accidently.
Swiss Magic Jar Opener
The Swiss Magic Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or arthritis. The user can secure the opener onto the lid of the jar, rotate the knob to open and close the jaws around the lid, then turn the handle to remove the lid. This device can be used with lids that are .25 to 1 inch thick.
Tenura Silicone Jar Opener
The Tenura Silicone Jar Opener is a non-slip jar opener designed for use by individuals with grasping or fine motor disabilities, arthritis and those with the use of one hand. Made of silicone, this device provides a firmer grip for the user when twisting, turning or squeezing jar lids and containers. It can also be used on handles and door knobs. This product is non-toxic, dishwasher safe and heat resistant up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit. DIMENSIONS: 4.63 inches in diameter. COLORS: Red, blue and
Tilting Bottle Rest (Model F74577-0000)
The Tilting Bottle Rest, model F74577-0000, is an adjustable bottle holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Made of polypropylene, this bottle rest holds soda or water bottles at a 30 or 45-degree angle for drinking with a straw. Simply slide the base of bottle into the box and place it on any flat surface. A removable V-notch support makes changing the angle at which a bottle is held easy. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 4.4 x 6.6 x 5 inches.
Top Off
The Top Off is a twist cap bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities, carpal tunnel syndrome, use of one hand, or arthritis. This lightweight, portable device enables users to open twist off and pop off bottles with one hand. The user puts the opener over the bottle, pushes down, and the cap pops off. Very little pressure needed for removing caps. COLOR: White.
Tornado Wine Bottle Opener (Model Tc-20)
The Tornado Wine Bottle Opener, model TC-20, is a corkscrew designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This device uses an air lift action that pops the cork with a push of a button. The unit uses a cartridge of inert propellant to pop the cork. The included cartridge opens approximately 60 bottles. The cartridge rests completely inside the top portion of Tornado’s body. The ergonomic design features a soft touch finish and brushed ch
Trio Jar And Bottle Opener (Model 920296)
The Trio Jar and Bottle Opener, model 920296, is a jar and twist cap bottle opener designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor, grasping, or other upper extremity disabilities. Made of plastic with a rubber surface on the bottom, the unit comes with a rubber pad to hold jars and bottles while they are being opened with the handle. The unit can be used to open vacuum lids, twist lids up to five inches in diameter, open bottle caps, and open pry-up and pop-up caps. The included ru
Twist & Pop
The Twist & Pop is a twist top, pop top, and ring top opener designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This plastic opener has a hole that fits over twist tops for opening as well as openers for pop top bottles and ring top cans.
Twister Jar Opener
The Twister Jar Opener is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with grasping, fine motor, or upper extremity disabilities. Made of chromed steel, the opener clamps to the jar lid and opens the jar with a twist of the wooden handle. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 3.5 x 1 5/8 inches. The device opens jars from 0.5 to 4.5 inches in diameter. WEIGHT: 3.2 ounces.
Two handed milk carton holder
The Two handed milk carton holder is DIY device is designed to enable users with poor hand grip to pick up and pour a milk carton or juice carton. The carton holder is designed to support ½ pints of milk carton without any assistance.
Under Shelf Jar Opener (Model G812)
The Under Shelf Jar Opener, model G812, is a jar lid opener designed to be installed under a shelf, counter or cabinet to assist individuals with the use of only one hand. The unit will open any screw lid from 3/8 inch to 3 3/8 inches without adjustment. To operate, the jar lid is slipped into the opener until it is securely wedge; then the jar can be turned with one hand. The unit is made of plastic with a hardened steel knurled gripper. The unit will not remove pry off caps.
Under-Counter Jar Lid Opener (Model 3088)
The Under-Counter Jar Lid Opener, model 3088, is a jar opener designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or grasping disabilities, arthritis, or the use of only one hand. The jar opener is designed for mounting under a cabinets or counters to aid in opening jar lids from 3/8 to 3-inches in diameter. The device consists of hardened steel knurled gripper mounted in a durable plastic casing.
Wall-Mounted Can Opener And Stand
The Wall-Mounted Can Opener with Stand, also called the Croydon Can Opener and Stand is designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand or with limited grasping ability. The unit consists of a wall-mounted stand that positions the can beneath the can opener blade, enabling the can to be opened with one hand using the built-in crank handle. DIMENSIONS: Opens cans up to 4.75 inches in diameter and 6 inches high.
Wine Bottle Holder
The Wine Bottle Holder is designed to enable persons with limited gripping ability to open a bottle of wine by holding the bottle in place and allowing the user to use two hands to engage a corkscrew. The device consists of a rectangular section of wood screwed into the corner of a kitchen drawer. Indentation in the wood holds the bottle against the drawer corner. PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT: Designed by Dave Dolman for a user who had only one good gripping hand, making it difficult to hold the bottle
Zim Undercabinet Jar Opener (Models Z-3 & Z-4)
The Zim Undercabinet Jar Opener is a jar and bottle opener designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities and limited strength or motion in the hands or arms. The Undercabinet Jar Opener is made of steel and mounts securely on the bottom of a cabinet. It can open jars or screw-top or pop-top bottles up to 3.5 inches in diameter. Mounting screws are included.
Zim Wall Mount Jar Opener (Models Z-3)
The Zim Wall Mount Jar Opener, model Z-3, is a jar and bottle openers designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities and limited strength or motion in the hands or arms. The Z-3 is made of steel and mounts securely on a wall. It can open screw-top or pop-top bottles up to 3.5 inches in diameter. Mounting screws are included.