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The Critical Importance
of Evac+Chair® Evacuation Chairs and Power Stair Climbers:

An Interview with Steve Agisnaga

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In a recent interview conducted by Taylor Danielson from Technology for Living, Steve Agisnaga, the Vice President of Global Operations at Evac+Chair® North America, shed light on why Evac+chairs are indispensable in various facilities and buildings, especially for individuals with reduced mobility.

Understanding Proactivity:

Evac+Chair® emphasizes the significance of being proactive when it comes to emergency preparedness. Rather than waiting for emergency services or assuming that staying put is the safest option, Steve has stressed the importance of having evacuation plans and equipment in place beforehand. Proactivity saves lives, especially in scenarios where time is of the essence.

The Danger of Waiting:

Waiting for emergency responders or staying put during an evacuation can be perilous, particularly for individuals with mobility challenges. Mr. Agisnaga has highlighted how delays in evacuation can result in tragic outcomes, underscoring the need for immediate action and accessible means of egress.

Leaving No One Behind:

Mr. Agisnaga emphasized the principle of inclusivity and equality in emergency evacuation procedures. Regardless of one’s mobility status, everyone deserves a safe and efficient means of evacuation. Evac+chairs evacuation chairs provide a solution that ensures no one is left behind during emergencies, promoting equal access to safety for all individuals.

Evac+Chair® Power Stair Climber: Ensuring Safety and Accessibility

Mr. Agisnaga also highlights and demonstrates The Evac+Chair® Power Stair Climber 800H as a revolutionary mobility solution designed to provide unparalleled safety and accessibility in various settings. With its innovative design, this mobile stair chair lift eliminates the need for lifting or carrying, making it effortless to navigate stairs both indoors and outdoors.

Whether it’s evacuating a building during an emergency when elevators are unavailable or assisting loved ones with mobility challenges at home, the Evac+Chair® Power Stair Climber offers a reliable and efficient solution. Its easy operation ensures smooth movement up and down stairs, offering peace of mind and independence to users.

Experience the freedom to access any space with confidence, knowing that the Evac+Chair® Power Mobile Stair Climber Lift 800H is there to provide a seamless and comfortable experience, regardless of the circumstances.

In conclusion, the interview with Steve Agisnaga elucidated the critical importance of Evac+Chair® Evacuation Chairs in emergency preparedness efforts. By being proactive, understanding the dangers of waiting, and prioritizing inclusivity in evacuation procedures, facilities and buildings can enhance their safety measures and protect the lives of all occupants, especially those with reduced mobility.

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ASTRAZENECA, promoting a safe CORPORATE environment.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chair, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca at their Waltham Mass Headquarters in the US.

AstraZeneca has an extensive portfolio of products for major diseases in areas including oncology, cardiovascular infection neuroscience and others. EVAC+CHAIR® is incredibly proud to partner with AstraZeneca at their facility here in the US. Occupants can now feel safe knowing that it will contain EVAC+CHAIRS for safety.

The acquisition of EVAC+CHAIRS increases the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency, supporting persons unable to evacuate independently in descending a staircase to reach an ultimate area of safety.

Jeff Wolvovsky of EVAC+CHAIR® added ‘We are proud of our relationship with AstraZeneca, a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company with medicines used by millions of patients worldwide. In the event of a person or persons needing to evacuate safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier.

EVAC+CHAIR® the world’s #1 manufacturer and supplier of Emergency Evacuation Chairs to thousands of high-profile organizations such as Apple, Disney, and the NBA along with a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

EVAC+CHAIR® is known for its exceptional custom workmanship, reliability, and durability. Manufactured to ISO certifications, FDA registered, EVAC+CHAIR® meets the current RESNA ED-1 standards for evacuation chairs. The satisfaction, quality and customer service are what makes EVAC+CHAIR® “better than” our competitor’s. We build our EVAC+CHAIRS to last, backing them with our exclusive industry only “Lifetime Warranty”.  You will not find a better built, reliable evacuation chair on the market than EVAC+CHAIR®.

MGM Resorts, promoting safe emergency evacuation for all.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling evacuation chair, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the MGM Resorts.

In a continuing effort to increase their patron’s safety MGM resorts and affiliates are adding the EVAC+CHAIR’s to their onsite safety equipment. This will allow all individuals regardless of mobility status the ability to evacuate at the onset of an emergency.

The acquisition of EVAC+CHAIRS increases the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency, supporting persons unable to evacuate independently in descending a staircase to reach an ultimate area of safety.

Regional Territory Manager of EVAC+CHAIR® Matthew Radzinski added ‘We are proud of our relationship with MGM Resorts. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and visitors.’

EVAC+CHAIR® the world’s #1 manufacturer and supplier of Emergency Evacuation Chairs to several high-profile organizations such as Apple, Disney, and the NBA along with a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

EVAC+CHAIR® is known for its exceptional custom workmanship, reliability, and durability. Manufactured to ISO certifications, FDA registered, EVAC+CHAIR® meets the current RESNA ED-1 standards for evacuation chairs.  The satisfaction, quality and customer service are what makes EVAC+CHAIR® “better than” our competitor’s.  We build our EVAC+CHAIRS to last, backing them with our exclusive industry only “Lifetime Warranty”.  You will not find a better built, reliable evacuation chair on the market than EVAC+CHAIR®.

LEGOLAND New York Resort Hotel is OPEN, promoting safe evacuation for all of it’s guests.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chair, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the themed LEGOLAND Hotel in Goshen, New York.

LEGOLAND New York became the first major theme park to open in the northeast in over four decades. With the first and only Lego themed hotel in the Northeast located steps away from LEGOLAND New York, visitors can feel safe knowing that it will contain EVAC+CHAIRS® for safety.

The acquisition of EVAC+CHAIRS® increases the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency, supporting persons unable to evacuate independently in descending a staircase to reach an ultimate area of safety.

Jeff Wolvovsky of EVAC+CHAIR® added ‘We are proud of our relationship with Legoland, one of the most prestigious companies in the world. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and visitors.’

EVAC+CHAIR® the world’s #1 manufactures and supplier of Emergency Evacuation Chairs to several high-profile organizations such as Apple, Disney, and the NBA along with a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

EVAC+CHAIR® is known for its exceptional custom workmanship, reliability, and durability. Manufactured to ISO certifications, FDA registered, EVAC+CHAIR® meets the current RESNA ED-1 standards for evacuation chairs.  The satisfaction, quality and customer service are what makes EVAC+CHAIR® “better than” our competitor’s.  We build our EVAC+CHAIRS to last, backing them with our exclusive industry only “Lifetime Warranty”.  You will not find a better built, reliable evacuation chair on the market than EVAC+CHAIR®.

Houston Museum of Natural Science, promoting safe evacuation for all patrons.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chair, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the Houston Museum of Science in Houston, Texas.

The Houston Museum of Natural Science was founded on the idea that science can enhance everyone’s lives. With the general admission and over half a million school children visiting on field trips every year, safety is of the up most importance.

The acquisition of EVAC+CHAIRS increases the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency, supporting persons unable to evacuate independently in descending a staircase to reach an ultimate area of safety.

Regional Territory Manager of EVAC+CHAIR® Matthew Radzinski added ‘We are proud of our relationship with the museum, one of the most visited in the world. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and visitors.’

EVAC+CHAIR® the world’s #1 manufacturer and supplier of Emergency Evacuation Chairs to several high-profile organizations such as Apple, Disney, and the NBA along with a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

EVAC+CHAIR® is known for its exceptional custom workmanship, reliability, and durability. Manufactured to ISO certifications, FDA registered, EVAC+CHAIR® meets the current RESNA ED-1 standards for evacuation chairs.  The satisfaction, quality and customer service are what makes EVAC+CHAIR® “better than” our competitor’s.  We build our EVAC+CHAIRS to last, backing them with our exclusive industry only “Lifetime Warranty”.  You will not find a better built, reliable evacuation chair on the market than EVAC+CHAIR®.

Evac+Chair® Power Portable Stair Lift vs Standard Stair Lifts: What’s the difference?

If you are looking for a device to take care of a loved one at home or someone needs assistance due to rehab most likely you have heard of stair lifts, stair chairs, chair lifts, wheelchair lifts, power stair chair climber and mobile stair lifts. So, what are the differences and are you adequately assessing everyone’s needs?

Stair lifts and stair chairs   

A person with a mobility impairment sits on a seat that uses a rail(s) to transport them down the stairs. These work especially well for people who use mobility aids such as walking frames but are limited as they are fixed to one place in the home and can take up more space then necessary. These are permanent and, in some cases, will require building permission or if you are renting you must have approval by the owner which is rarely given. Price wise they are very expensive and will vary on how many flights of stairs, how many landings and if they are spiral with an average cost of $10,000.00 and you still need to move them out of the residence once they get downstairs.

Chair lifts   

These mobility aids/devices are different to stairlifts, they are a platform that is designed to carry a wheelchair up/down a level while the person remains seated in their wheelchair, they are usually found in commercial buildings vs stair lifts which are more common in residential homes.

Evac+Chair® power portable stair lifts or power stair chair climbers

The Evac+Chair® The Worlds #1 Emergency Evacuation Chair Mobile stair lifts are a great solution for those looking for an economical option that provides great maneuverability both inside and outside to go up and downstairs based upon the model chosen.

These are not permanent and therefore can be used in different levels of the home and even travel with them when visiting a friend, family member, Doctor’s appointment or even attending a special event.

Whether you’re dealing with a temporary disability or need a more permanent solution, the Evac+Chair® a mobile stairlift may be the most effective and perfect solution for you. 

Get the best of both worlds  

This mobility aid, the mobile stair lift can help you transport your loved one up and down multiple flights of stairs without any of the drawbacks of traditional, permanent stair lifts or chair lifts. No heavy lifting, no carrying, the tracks and technology they have do all the work for you! Extremely compact, easy to store and quick to deploy for its immediate use. Evac+Chair® is consistently the most efficient and economical solution for whatever your need may be. Click here to see it live in action: https://evac-chair.ca/evacuation-chairs/evacchair-power-800/   

Who is Evac+Chair®?

Evac+Chair® is the original (over 40 years of experience) Evacuation Chair & Mobile Stair Lift manufacturer of the World. The Evac+Chair® was inducted (placed) in the World Trade Center Museum, on display for saving the lives of several wheelchair users during 9/11. Evac+Chair® of North America is now part of American history for saving lives during the World Trade Center attack in New York City.

The emergency evacuation Stair Chairs and Mobile Stair Lifts of Evac+Chair® are of unique construction which makes it easy for anyone with any type of impaired mobility (permanent and/or temporary) to be navigated up and/or down a staircase in time of need. Evac+Chair® of North America is the company that originated the stairway evacuation chair over 40 years ago. More than six occupants were rescued to safety during the World Trade Center Towers attack on September 11, using the evacuation chairs of Evac+Chair® of North America.

When you are in the market for a Mobile Stair lift or need more information on what the best solution for you is, please contact us either at our US or Canada office. If you’re looking for a motorized stair climbing chair that you can count on, look no further than Evac+Chair®. This battery-powered, electric evacuation chair can be used in emergency evacuations, power outages, and daily patient transport to move a passenger up safely and easily or down multiple flights of stairs without the need for carrying or lifting. We stand behind the quality of our products and are 100% dedicated to your satisfaction.

What features make for the perfect evacuation chair?

An evacuation chair is a critical safety tool in any multi-storied building. 

  • Schools, Universities, 
  • Hospitals,  
  • Assisted living Communities,  
  • Office Buildings,  
  • Condominiums, Apartments, Homes 

Everyone wonders who requires an evacuation chair. Well, an EVAC+CHAIR® can help anyone with reduced mobility, including the elderly, disabled, pregnant women, the infirmed and persons with challenges going up or down stairs. In your search you will find a few options for evacuation stair chairs. 

Here are the signs to look for when purchasing a life-saving mobility stair chair. 

#1 Lightweight yet has a high weight capacity   

These mobility aids/devices are different to stairlifts, they are a platform that is designed to carry a wheelchair up/down a level while the person remains seated in their wheelchair, they are usually found in commercial buildings vs stair lifts which are more common in residential homes.

#2 It’s safe   

An Evac+Chair® should be of sturdy materials and engineered to perfection. Additionally, it should be a controlled speed of descent downstairs. Should include Locking rear wheels, minimum of three safety strapsmounting bracket, dust cover, user guide, instructional DVD. 

#3 Easily trainable  

You do not want an evacuation stair chair that is challenging to use. An evacuation chair must be easily trainable. Included training material user guide, DVD in any purchase of an Evac+Chair®. 

#4 Compactly stored  

An Evac+Chair® should be foldable with a low profile when mounted. It should include the wall mount along with a vinyl dust cover with an identifying logo on the outside, so you can place it near the emergency exit or staircase. 

#5 Carries a ‘Lifetime Warranty’  

Any manufacturer should stand behind their product with a “Lifetime Warranty” to give you confidence in parts and mechanism. They should also offer excellent customer service in case you have questions or need to replace or repair your device. 

#6 Long positive history and successful record in emergencies   

An Evac+Chair® is likely to be a good pick if has been around for 40 years. Used by high profile customers and has never had a product failure or recall. It is recommended to check the manufacturers references before you place an order. 

If you are in the market for the perfect EVACUATION STAIR CHAIR, look no further than Evac+Chair®, the world’s #1 evacuation chair for 40 years. 

Our founder, our mentor, our friend.

We are so sorry to announce the passing of DAVID EGEN, the man that changed the World forever.

Inventor of the evacuation chair/EVAC+CHAIR, a pioneer who’s vision over 40 years ago helped save so many lives and changed the way our buildings and EMS crews evacuate in Canada and around the World.

Thank you DAVID, your legacy lives on forever in our hearts and within every EVAC+CHAIR

Click here to read David Egens’ story ‘Designing a lifeboat for skyscrapers’

“Inclusion Through Design: You’re Only Temporarily-Able Bodied”

TEDx Talks interview with Sean Crump CEO/Head Chair @ Universal Access

Sean Crump is a friend and advocate whom together with Evac+Chair are taking on the world to educate and make it barrier free for generations to come.

Sean was paralyzed when he was 19 and now uses an electric wheelchair to navigate around independently. His company, Included By Design, enhances disability inclusion by improving accessibility of our communities and providing a ROI (Return On Inclusion) for businesses. Sean will break down why we should design and build spaces that are universally accessible. This approach will benefit everyone, if not now, one day. Crump argues that even those who are currently able-bodied are in fact just “temporarily-able bodied.” He identifies the unique opportunity the lockdown and pandemic have provided in being able to relate with those living with disabilities, and the mental health issues brought on from isolation. Sean is a Purpose Capitalist TM and an inclusion collaborator. After breaking his neck in 2004 from a diving accident, he now lives his life as a quadriplegic. At the time Sean was faced with the choice of being angry and focusing on what he lost or be grateful for what he still had. Choosing the latter, Sean has dedicated the better part of his professional career committed to bettering accessibility and inclusion in society. As founder of Universal Access, Sean’s goal is to create communities where all people feel comfortable conducting daily tasks, participating in social events, and contributing to their economic well-being as though spaces were designed to accommodate all people regardless of their unique characteristics. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.

Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Next Generation Evacuation Chairs to Save Lives from EVAC CHAIR®

Evac+Chair’s are designed to accommodate disabled or mobility impaired people, allowing them to descend a staircase in an emergency situation without the need of great physical strength or lifting.”
EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chairs, has announced the launch of two exciting new models:
 
 

Rich Perl, President of EVAC+CHAIR® added “In being ‘customer service obsessed’ and world leaders in the design and manufacture of evacuation chairs, we have listened to our customers and launched the new EVAC+CHAIR® 400H and Power 900 models. With the very latest in technology and our continued commitment to offering a life time warranty and peace of mind on all our chairs the EVAC+CHAIR® 400H and Power 900 provide a fantastic solution to meet our customer’s needs. “

EVAC+CHAIR® 400H Model – Meeting the needs of Occupational Therapists

Based on the US designed and award winning EVAC+CHAIR® 300H, the 400H model takes evacuation chairs to the next level for downward evacuation. Working with occupational therapists EVAC+CHAIR® North America recognized the need for a more ergonomically designed chair while still being super lightweight and further meeting an occupant’s clinical needs.

Innovative features of the EVAC+CHAIR® 400H not available in other alternatives include:

• Designed in the United States
• Superior quality
• Increased weight capacity of up to 440 lbs / 200 KG’s
• Lifetime manufacturer warranty
• Light Weight
• EVAC+TRACK® wider tread system
• EVAC+TRACK® adjustable tension system
• Ergonomic arm rests
• Ergonomic foot rest
• Dual position seat
• 5 point harness

EVAC+CHAIR® POWER 900 Model – For Bariatric Occupants of up to 500lbs

Over the last 3 years EVAC+CHAIR® North America’s Power 800 chair has been incredibly successful in providing excellent solutions to the home, organizations and EMS emergency services market for both upwards and downwards evacuation.

The launch of the EVAC+CHAIR® Power 900 Model, takes the already leading Power 800 specification, but further offers the increased weight capacity of up to 500 lbs / 227 KG’s, enabling users to move persons of bariatric or increased weight, therefore reducing manual handling of the operator.

Innovative features of the EVAC+CHAIR® Power 900 not available in other powered alternatives include:

• Designed in the United States
• Superior quality
• Increased weight capacity of up to 500 lbs / 227 KG’s
• Lifetime manufacturer warranty
• Orthopaedic head support
• 4 point harness
• Automatic EVAC+TRACK® release system
• Manual stair chair mode in case of power outage
• Non sparking electrical system eliminating risk of fire
• Higher capacity power and battery system with burnout protection

Mark Roberts, CEO of EVAC+CHAIR® added “As leaders around the world, we are proud of our new pioneering EVAC+CHAIR® 400H and Power 900 models. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that the EVAC+CHAIR® 400H and Power 900 models will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and visitors any facility.”

EVAC+CHAIR® North America manufactures and supplies its EVAC+CHAIR® Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs to a number of high profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA as well as a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

With over 45 years’ experience worldwide, EVAC+CHAIR® North America is the leading specialists in emergency evacuation, providing comprehensive education to ensure the effective use of its products, ensuring their customers comply fully with health and safety compliance. This can range from providing products, advising on the legalities that surround evacuation planning and deployment to specific and regular maintenance.

EVAC+CHAIR® Canada launch cutting edge responsive website which makes solving your evacuation problems even easier

Canada-Website-Launch

Evac+Chair North America LLC, the world’s leading manufacturer of emergency evacuation chairs, announced the launch of their new website.  The redesigned website offers easy and quick access to key information and details of Evac Chair’s unique emergency evacuation products, including survivor stories from the 9/11 terror attack.  

An Evac+Chair is designed to accommodate disabled or mobility impaired people, allowing them to descend a staircase in an emergency without the need of great physical strength or lifting.  With over 40 years’ experience worldwide including in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Middle East, Evac+Chair have become leading specialists in emergency evacuation, providing comprehensive education to ensure the effective use of its products, ensuring their customers comply fully with health and safety compliance..

Evac+Chair Canada is highly involved in the accessibility communities across Canada reaching out to various organizations to educate them in the Evacuation world.

Cited documentation for Emergency preparedness in Canada:

  • Accessibility Standards of Canada
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities
  • WorkSafe BC
  • RESNA (ED-1)
  • Ontario Fire Code: Vulnerable Occupancies
  • Canadian Human Rights Code
  • GOC Emergency Preparedness for Persons with Disabilities or Special Needs

Accessibility must become part of the Corporate Culture not a “Special” Project.

Visitors are encouraged to view the Evac+Chair Canada website where the full range of evacuation chairs and sleds can be viewed including demonstration videos.

Evac+Chair Canada is trusted and relied upon in emergency situations to assist in saving people’s lives, and the brand is dedicated to offering emergency evacuation for everyone.

“Safe evacuation for everyone is our key priority, and, over the last 35 years, we have developed our chair and created the optimum design. However, we are committed to evolving our products and ensuring we are providing the mobility impaired with the best possible means to evacuate a building safely, in the event of an emergency”, says Steve Agisnaga, of Evac Chair Canada.

“The Evac+Chairs” range ensures a smooth and safe stairway descent for passengers and operators in any building, whatever its design. Insight from our customers and distributors is incredibly valuable for our R&D team and our ongoing innovation at Evac+Chair.”

The 300H series is the most popular single-person operation evacuation chair in Evac+Chair Canada’s range with a capacity of 400lbs. The 500H series has been designed for an increased payload capacity of 500lbs, which enables passengers of any build to be effortlessly evacuated in an emergency. The 600H series has been designed to ascend and descend stairways, so offers a universal solution for any situation.

EVAC+CHAIR North America LLC, has announced the launch of its Evac+Chair Power 800 model, creating a frenzy in the market. Rich Perl President of EVAC CHAIR North America added “We are very proud of our new chair. The Evac+Chair Power 800 not only has the quality and features unsurpassed by any other chair in the market, but also is a price point anyone can afford.”

The Evac+Chair Power 800, has Evac+Chair’s specially designed track system, which enables a single user to transport a passenger over 200 flights of stairs in a single charge. Furthermore, the Evac+Chair Power 800 standard features include an extra-long quick release 4-point harness, way finding lights, anti-microbial coatings, is fully flame retardant and an adjustable stair track for use on any staircase.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America LLC. Launches New Offices and Warehousing in Toronto & Mississauga Canada

Toronto

EVAC+CHAIR® North America is proud to announce its expansion into Canada with Offices in Toronto, Ontario and a new Warehouse in Mississauga, Ontario to satisfy all the safety needs in the Canadian Regions.  

Evac+Chair Canada is trusted and relied upon in emergency situations to assist in saving people’s lives, and the brand is dedicated to offering emergency evacuation for everyone.

Evac+Chair Canada is proud to announce it has a warehouse ready to fulfill the requirements of our clients across the Country. Our goal was to make the Evacuation Chairs it accessible to all in need within 48 hours. Our new warehouse is in Mississauga, Ontario with over 20,000 Square feet of space.

EVAC+CHAIR North America LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chairs, has announced the launch of its New offices and warehousing facilities in Toronto, Ontario Canada. President of Evac+Chair Canada Rich Perl states, “We are proud to expand into Canada as a one stop shop where we are able to help and assist the country in all its Evacuation needs with local office and technical support, as well as a warehouse to fulfill the needs of our fellow Canadians.

Developed in New York City in 1982, EVAC CHAIR is the global industry standard for lightweight, portable evacuation chairs. Today the company sells to large and small venues, corporate entities, residential buildings, as well as globally to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, schools, assisted living facilities, residential and commercial high-rise buildings.

EVAC+CHAIR manufactures and supplies its EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs to several high-profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA as well as a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

EVAC CHAIR North America are the world’s Number 1 suppliers and original manufacturers of evacuation chairs. The chairs are designed to accommodate disabled or mobility impaired people, allowing them to descend a staircase in an emergency without the need of great physical strength or lifting. With over 40 years’ experience worldwide including in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Middle East, EVAC CHAIR have become leading specialists in emergency evacuation, providing comprehensive education to ensure the effective use of its products, ensuring their customers comply fully with health and safety compliance. This can range from providing products, advising on the legalities that surround evacuation planning and deployment to specific and regular maintenance.

Raiders chooses EVAC+CHAIR® Evacuation Chairs for New Allegiant Stadium

Allegiant-Stadium

With the Football Season now underway, the Raiders are already in winning form by selecting the EVAC+CHAIR® Evacuation Chairs for its new Allegiant Stadium.

Located adjacent to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the new Allegiant Stadium is a global events destination, highlighted by the arrival of the NFL’s iconic Raiders.  Allegiant Stadium is ideally located for both visitors and locals, fully enclosed and climate-controlled with a capacity of 65,000. 

The technologically advanced stadium is scheduled to host world-class entertainment including concerts and sporting events such as the Pac-12 Championship Game and Las Vegas Bowl, as well as becoming the future home of UNLV Football.

Richard Perl, President of EVAC+CHAIR® added “We are proud of our relationship with the Raiders and Allegiant Stadium, one of the most successful football teams in the world. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to players, staff and fans.”

EVAC+CHAIR® manufactures and supplies its EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs to a number of high profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA as well as a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

With over 40 years’ experience worldwide including in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Middle East, EVAC+CHAIR® have become leading specialists in emergency evacuation, providing comprehensive education to ensure the effective use of its products, ensuring their customers comply fully with health and safety compliance. This can range from providing products, advising on the legalities that surround evacuation planning and deployment to specific and regular maintenance.

EVAC+CHAIR® launches the New EVAC+BABY

EVAC+CHAIR® North America the world’s Number 1 supplier and manufacturer of evacuation chairs has been evacuating adults now for over four decades.  However, have you ever wondered how a hospital could quickly evacuate babies from its maternity ward?  This issue has been one that has troubled EVAC+CHAIR® over the last 40 years and now with the launch of the EVAC+BABY® there is a solution.

Richard Perl, President of EVAC+CHAIR® added ‘We are excited to launch the new EVAC+BABY® from EVAC+CHAIR®.  With guidance from NFPA 101 and other United States legislation it is now everyone’s responsibility to evacuate mobility impaired persons which include babies.  Babies have the same rights, are vulnerable and we must ensure we have the means of egress to evacuate all persons.  I am excited to say that the EVAC+CHAIR® can now not only evacuate an adult of up to 500lbs, but also 4 babies by adding the EVAC+BABY®  to your existing EVAC+CHAIR® model.’

The EVAC+BABY® fits securely onto your EVAC+CHAIR® evacuation chair to enable a single operator to evacuate up to four babies at once with minimal ease.  Attached over the EVAC+CHAIR® handle and strapped to the front bar the EVAC+BABY® can then be transported smoothly downstairs.

The EVAC+BABY® features four individual pockets with detachable head supports to house each infant, with safety straps for added security.  EVAC+CHAIRS® are designed to accommodate disabled or mobility impaired people, allowing them to descend a staircase in an emergency situation without the need of great physical strength or lifting.

Supporting Our Most Vulnerable during the Covid19 Outbreak with EVAC+CHAIR®

Public officials have begun to express concerns about how senior living and nursing home’s can be evacuated during the Covid19 epidemic.  With increased complications in an already difficult situation evacuating residents can be even more challenging.

ACTS Retirement-Life Communities, based out of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania have recognized this potential challenge and have partnered with EVAC+CHAIR® North America to provide an innovative solution to its residents, using the EVAC+CHAIR® Emergency Evacuation Chair.   

ACTS Retirement-Life Communities is the third largest not-for-profit owner, operator and developer of continuing care retirement communities in the United States.  The acquisition of the EVAC+CHAIR® increased the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency situation, supporting persons not able to evacuate independently whether needing to ascend or descend a staircase to reach an ultimate point of safety.

During the Covid19 outbreak EVAC+CHAIR®North America has been utilizing its chairs to assist in residential homes where individuals need to transport a loved one, while being in isolation or to protect EMS workers when visiting a senior living facility.

Mark Roberts, Vice President of EVAC+CHAIR® added ‘We are proud of our relationship with the senior living community. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and residents.’

EVAC+CHAIR® manufactures and supplies its EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs to a number of high profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA and also a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors. 

Iconic Ellis Island chooses Evac+Chair®

Ellis Island
Statue of Liberty

EVAC CHAIR® North America LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chairs, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Chairs to Ellis Island, part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument.

Ellis Island is the place where families and individuals visit to celebrate and honor those family members who made the arduous journey to a new life in the United States of America.

Ellis Island opened in 1892 as an immigration station, a purpose it served for more than 60 years until it closed in 1954.  Located at the mouth of Hudson River between New York and New Jersey, Ellis Island saw millions of newly arrived immigrants pass through its doors. In fact, it has been estimated that close to 40 percent of all current U.S. citizens can trace at least one of their ancestors to Ellis Island.

Mark Roberts of EVAC CHAIR® North America added “We are proud of our relationship with the National Parks Service.   EVAC CHAIR® is the leading provider of evacuation chairs to organizations around the world, including the Statue of Liberty National Monument.  In the event of anyone, whether visitors or staff requiring to be evacuated we have the right solution in the EVAC CHAIR®, which exceeds ADA/NFPA fire safety guidelines.”

For the last 40 years EVAC CHAIR® is the choice for safe evacuation for thousands of organizations including high profile companies such as Apple, Disney and the NBA. Developed in New York City in 1982, EVAC CHAIR® is the global industry standard for lightweight, portable evacuation chairs.

Today the EVAC CHAIR® sells globally to large and small venues, corporate entities, residential buildings, as well as to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, schools, assisted living facilities, residential and commercial high-rise buildings.

EVAC CHAIR® can be utilized in any facility where any occupants who needs assistance for any reason can get down the stairs in a safe manner. The design of the EVAC CHAIR® possesses a narrow profile which allows other occupant to also ascend or descend staircases during an emergency without interference. Its unique design allows first responders to assist anyone with mobility impairments with relative ease.

Evac+Chair® helping Superior School district with emergencies

News item source – KBJR6

When the fire alarm goes off there’s only one priority; getting out of the building.
For people with physical limitations that can be especially challenging.

Physical therapist Mason Bacso says, “It could be from you know a genetic disorder say cerebral palsy. To a broken leg that just makes getting down the stairs tough.”In the last year, the Superior School district has added a solution.

They’re called Evac+Chairs.
Bacso says, “These chairs are able to slide down the stairs to get the student out of the building safely when they’re on the second or third floors.”
The chairs which have rubber skis on the bottom help guide the chair down the stairs.
He says, “Those skis push into the stair and help slow the descent of the chair as it goes down the stairs.”

They’re new to Superior High School and Cooper Elementary this year. But they’ve been at other schools in the district for a few years now. Every school in the district that has multiple floors has at least one chair.

The high school has one on each floor. All to ensure safety for everyone.
Basco says, “If we were stuck waiting for the fire department it might be too late. For those students that can’t get down the stairs, this expedites their time to be able to exit the building tenfold.”
District officials say they haven’t had to use the chairs in a real emergency.
But they have been practicing with them to be prepared.
They were not able to comment on the cost of the chairs.
Duluth School officials say they also have evacuation chairs throughout the district.

Royal Caribbean makes the High Seas safer with EVAC+CHAIR®

EVAC CHAIR® North America LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chairs, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Chairs to Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

Royal Caribbean, was founded in Norway and is now based in Miami with its vessels visiting over 250 destinations and carrying over 5.7 million passengers each year.

Royal Caribbean is revolutionizing the cruise industry to make every on-board experience one to remember. Whether that’s wowing you with their robotic bartenders, dazzling you with a 30-foot giraffe or thrilling you with breath-taking destinations, Royal Caribbean is opening consumer’s eyes to a new way to travel.  Royal Caribbean also takes safety very seriously is now equipping their vessels with the Evac+Chair, so they are ready for any eventuality.

Jeff Wolvovsky of EVAC CHAIR® North America added “We are proud of our relationship with Royal Caribbean.   EVAC CHAIR® is the leading provider of evacuation chairs to organizations around the world, including the cruise ship industry.  In the event of anyone, whether passengers or crew requiring to be evacuated we have the right solution in the EVAC CHAIR®, which exceeds ADA/NFPA fire safety guidelines.”

For the last 40 years EVAC+CHAIR is the choice for safe evacuation for thousands of organizations including high profile companies such as Apple, Disney and the NBA.   Developed in New York City in 1982, EVAC CHAIR® is the global industry standard for lightweight, portable evacuation chairs.

Today the company sells to large and small venues, corporate entities, residential buildings, as well as globally to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, schools, assisted living facilities, residential and commercial high-rise buildings.

EVAC CHAIR® can be utilized in any facility where any occupant who needs assistance for any reason can get down the stairs in a safe manner. The design of the EVAC CHAIR® possesses a narrow profile which allows any occupant to ascend or descend staircases during an emergency without interference. Its unique design allows first responders to assist anyone else with mobility impairments with relative ease.

School resource officer brings community together to donate evacuation chairs

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) — Wilbur S. Pence Middle School now has emergency evacuation chairs thanks to the community — and their school resource officer.

Officer Donnie Conley, who retired as the Dayton Police Chief a few years ago, now serves as the school’s resource officer. Last year, during a fire drill he saw a student with a cast who was on crutches and struggling to get down the stairs quickly. “I felt like we needed something in place,” Conley said, “that we could get both adults and students down the stairwell in the case of an emergency.”

Conley talked to the assistant principal at the school, and she directed him to look into evacuation chairs. In his research, he found they would cost a lot of money (about $1,500 a piece), so he decided to ask community leaders to pitch in, attending their meetings and asking for assistance. Clover Hill and Dayton Ruritans, the towns of Dayton and Bridgewater and Pence Middle School’s PTA all stepped up for the cause.

“It was overwhelming,” Conley said, “the response that we had.”

Bridgewater Mayor Ted Flory said when Officer Conley came to their board meeting, it did not take them long to say yes. “This was really an easy question to answer,” Flory said. “I hope they don’t have an emergency that needs it, but if it does happen and it saves even one person, it will be well worth the investment.” Now the middle school has five evacuation chairs installed — just in case.

“I can’t even describe the feeling I had,” Conley said. “I was so excited when I walked into school the first day I was here, and I saw them hanging on the walls, and I was like, ‘You know what, this is something… a project that our whole community pulled together to do.'”

Conley’s next goal is to get a plaque that represents each of the organizations that helped to put beside the chairs to honor their donations.

EVAC+CHAIR® launches cutting edge responsive website

Evac+Chair North America LLC, the world’s leading manufacturer of emergency evacuation chairs, announced the launch of their new website.  The redesigned website offers easy and quick access to key information and details of Evac Chair’s unique emergency evacuation products, including survivor stories from the 9/11 terror attack.

An Evac+Chair is designed to accommodate disabled or mobility impaired people, allowing them to descend a staircase in an emergency situation without the need of great physical strength or lifting.  With over 40 years’ experience worldwide including in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Middle East, Evac+Chair have become leading specialists in emergency evacuation, providing comprehensive education to ensure the effective use of its products, ensuring their customers comply fully with health and safety compliance.

The Evac+Chair new website has been designed using a technique which enables web content to be delivered in a way which best fits the device that is being used to view it.  Whether you’re using a desktop or a smartphone, the new Evac+Chair website will automatically adjust to fit your device in the most user-friendly manner.

The new website has an innovative, uncluttered design, with improved functionality and enhanced rich content focused on the company’s mission to continue to lead the way in evacuation products and solutions.

Richard Perl, President of Evac+Chair, said “With the growing number of web searches taking place on different devices, we feel it’s critical that Evac+Chair provides its customers with the best online experience, as we continue to grow in the emergency preparedness industry.”

Visitors are encouraged to view the Evac+Chair website which can be found at evac-chair.com and all of the Evac+Chair range of evacuation chairs, sleds can be viewed including demonstration videos.

EVAC+CHAIR® launch the Next Generation
Powered Stair Chair
- THE POWER 800

EVAC CHAIR® North America LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chairs, has announced the launch of its Evac+Chair® Power 800. 

The Power 800 enables stair ascent and descent in emergency evacuations, terror attacks, power outages, and daily patient transport allowing for safe and easy movement of a passenger up or down multiple flights of stairs.

The Evac+Chair® Power 800, has Evac+Chair’s specially designed track system, which enables a single user to transport a passenger over 200 flights of stairs in a single charge. Furthermore, the Evac+Chair® Power 800 standard features include an extra-long quick release 4 point harness, LED guidance lights, antimicrobial coatings, fully flame retardant and has an adjustable stair track for use on virtually any staircase. The design of the EVAC CHAIR® Power 800 stair chair possesses a narrow profile which allows the evacuee and the other building occupants to ascend or descend staircases during an emergency without interference. Its unique design allows first responders to assist anyone else with mobility impairments with relative ease. 

Dallas Independent School District working together with EVAC+CHAIR® in the Pursuit of a Safer Evacuation

EVAC CHAIR® North America LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Education Evacuation Chairs, has announced the supply of over 100 of their model 300H Evacuation Chairs to the Dallas Independent School District. 
For immediate release — November 20, 2017 —

The Dallas Independent School District sits in the heart of a large, diverse and dynamic region with a population of 6.5 million people in the 12 counties of North Central Texas. The district is the second-largest public school district in the State of Texas and the 14th-largest district in the United States.
With these vast numbers Dallas Independent School District has taken effective steps to implement EVAC CHAIR’S to insure safe and simple evacuation in any emergency situation, supporting persons not able to evacuate independently whether needing to ascend or descend a staircase to reach an ultimate point of safety.

Mark Roberts Vice President of EVAC CHAIR® North America added ‘We are proud of our relationship with The Dallas Independent School District. EVAC CHAIR® is the leading provider of evacuation chairs to schools, colleges and universities. In the event of anyone, whether students, staff or visitors requires to be evacuated we have the right solution in the EVAC CHAIR®, which exceeds ADA/NFPA fire safety guidelines.’

EVAC CHAIR® over the last 40 years is the choice for safe evacuation for thousands of schools and colleges including Yale University, Harvard University and other high profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA.

Developed in New York City in 1982, EVAC CHAIR® is the global industry standard for lightweight, portable education evacuation chairs. Today the company sells to large and small venues, corporate entities, residential buildings, as well as globally to hotels, hospitals, office buildings, schools, assisted living facilities, residential and commercial high-rise buildings. EVAC CHAIR® can be utilized in any multi-story building where any tenant or occupant who needs help for any reason can get down the stairs in a safe manner. The design of the EVAC CHAIR® stair chairs possesses a narrow profile which allows any occupant and other building occupants to ascend or descend staircases during an emergency without interference. Its unique design allows first responders to assist anyone else with mobility impairments with relative ease.

Carnegie Hall takes Center
Stage in Promoting Safer Evacuation for its Patrons

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and world’s best-selling Evacuation Chair, has announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the prestigious and world famous Carnegie Hall. 
For immediate release — Aug 5, 2017 —

Carnegie Hall standing for over a century, has installed both the EVAC+CHAIR® 600 and EVAC+CHAIR® 700 Ibex models to ensure safer evacuation for its occupants, should the need ever arise. Carnegie Hall can house in excess of 4000 visitors, in addition to its world class performers and responsible staff on site at any one time. With this vast number of lives to be protected and multiple stairwells, Carnegie Hall has taken effective steps to implement a staff training program in conjunction with EVAC+CHAIR®, insuring that Carnegie Hall has the most recent and relevant training in the use of EVAC+CHAIR® evacuation products.

The acquisition of these products increases the safe and simple evacuation in any emergency situation, supporting persons not able to evacuate independently whether needing to ascend or descend a staircase to reach an ultimate point of safety.

Mark Roberts, Vice President of EVAC+CHAIR® added “We are proud of our relationship with Carnegie Hall, one of the most prestigious buildings in the world. In the event of a person or persons needing to be evacuated safely and quickly, we are certain that our products will make the time pressured task easier and provide further confidence to staff and visitors.”

EVAC+CHAIR® manufactures and supplies its EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs to a number of high profile organizations such as Apple, Disney and the NBA as well as a wide range of other venues in both the private and public sectors.

Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital Selects Evac+Chair® for Emergency Evacuation Chairs & Systems.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, lightest and worlds best selling Evacuation Chair, announced the supply of their Evacuation Stair Chairs to the world famous St Jude Research Children’s hospital.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original Stair Chair is now part of St Jude emergency evacuation systems and procedures. The Emergency Rescue Chairs by EVAC+CHAIR may be used in any building that requires a safe, urgent and orderly evacuation need for anyone who is incapacitated or becomes incapacitated and cannot evacuate independently. EVAC+CHAIR® allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner. EVAC+CHAIR® Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled person(s) immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large facilities where emergency responders might have a difficult time locating, determining and reaching incapacitated individuals. EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest stair chair on the market. Our stair chairs are designed for simple one person operation. There is no need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Staircase Chairs of EVAC+CHAIR® of North America.
EVAC+CHAIR® Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that virtually no training is required.”We are very excited to be working with St Jude said Richard Perl, Vice President of business development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America.” It is an amazing state of the art facility. St Jude is a world class operation and we are proud to be affiliated with them in their safety and evacuation procedures. Our hope is that there will be no need for our Rescue Chairs, however if the need arises, we are proud that they are using the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

Evac+Chair® Stair Chairs - The Rescue Chair of Choice by Yankee Stadium

Evac+Chair® of North America, announced the sale of Stair Chairs to Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees, for use at all venue events being held at the most famous stadium in the world.

The Emergency Rescue Chairs can be used in any building that requires a safe and urgent evacuation need for anyone who is incapacitated, or becomes incapacitated and cannot evacuate independently.
Evac+Chair® allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner. Evac+Chair® of North America Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations for example, someone who is sick, injured, temporary or permanently disabled.
Evac+Chair® offers immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues, such as Yankee Stadium, where first responders will have a difficult time locating and reaching incapacitated individuals. As Evac+Chair® of North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest chair on the market and is designed for simple one person operation, there is less need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Staircase Chairs. In addition, Evac+Chair® Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that minimal training is required.
“We are very excited to be working with Yankee Stadium,” said Richard Perl, Vice President of business development for Evac+Chair® of North America. “It is an amazing venue in time and history. Our hope is that there will never be a need for our Rescue Chairs, however if an unfortunate emergency does arise, we are proud that they are using the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

Evac+Chair® announces donation towards Tunnel to Towers 5K run

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original Stair Chair, supports The Tunnel To Towers 5K Run. The Walk Series is a multi-city event focused on raising awareness and support for our most catastrophically injured service members and united ensuring “We Never Forget 9/11.”

Help the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation (T2T) continue to make a positive and lasting impact in the lives of our military and first responders who make extraordinary sacrifices each and every day to protect our freedom.

Fundraising is easier than you think, and you’ll be inspired by the support you receive when you share this important cause with your family, friends, and coworkers! When you give others an opportunity to make a donation, you’re empowering them to give back in supporting our most catastrophically injured service heroes. Start today! It’s as simple as asking 10 friends for $10!.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. has chosen EVAC+CHAIR® North America, for Evacuation Chairs, Products and Peripherals.​

EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC, maker of the original and lightest, Evacuation Chair,
announced the sale of the Evacuation Stair Chairs to the Canon U.S.A., Inc.
 

EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC, maker of the original Stair Chair is now part of Canon U.S.A., Inc emergency evacuation systems and procedures. The Emergency Rescue Chairs by EVAC+CHAIR may be used in any building that requires a safe, urgent and orderly evacuation need for anyone who is incapacitated or becomes incapacitated and cannot evacuate independently.
EVAC+CHAIR allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner.
EVAC+CHAIR Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled person(s) immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large facilities where emergency responders might have a difficult time locating, determining and reaching incapacitated individuals. Canon employees went through an extensive “Train the Trainer” course and are well versed on the operation of the EVAC+CHAIR.
As EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest stair chair on the market. Our stair chairs are designed for simple one person operation. There is no need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Staircase Chairs of EVAC+CHAIR® of North America.
EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that virtually no training is required. “We are very excited to be working with Canon, U.S.A., Inc. said Richard Perl, Vice President of business development for EVAC+CHAIR North America.”It is an amazing new state of the art facility. We are a New York based company that is proud to provide our evacuation stair chair products and be part of this new and exciting facility. Our hope is that there will be
no need for our Rescue Chairs, however if the need arises, we are proud that they are
using the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

Barclays Center Sports Arena has chosen EVAC+CHAIR® North America, for Evacuation Chairs, Products and Peripherals.​

EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC, maker of the original and lightest, Evacuation Chair, announced the sale of the Evacuation Stair Chairs to the Barclays Sports Arena Center.

EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC, maker of the original Stair Chair is now part of the Barclays Sports Arena emergency evacuation systems and procedures. The Emergency Rescue Chairs by Evac+Chair may be used in any building that requires a safe, urgent and orderly evacuation need for anyone who is incapacitated or becomes incapacitated and cannot evacuate independently. EVAC+CHAIR allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner.

EVAC+CHAIR Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled person(s) immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues, such as the events held at the Barclay Sports Arena or Superbowl, where emergency responders will have a difficult time locating, determining and reaching incapacitated individuals. As EVAC+CHAIR North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest stair chair on the market. Our stair chairs are designed for simple one person operation. There is no need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Staircase Chairs of Evac+Chair of North America.

EVAC+CHAIR Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that virtually no training is required.

“We are very excited to be working with the Barclays Sports Center,” said Richard Perl, Vice President of business development for EVAC+CHAIR North America. “It is an amazing venue in time and history. We are a New York based company, that is proud to provide our evacuation stair chair products and be part of this new and exciting venue. Our hope is that there will be no need for our Rescue Chairs, however if the need arises, we are proud that they are using the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

Evacuation Chair of Evac+Chair® of North America, Inducted in the 9/11 Memorial & Museum​

Evacuation Chairs of Evac+Chair of North America placed in the 9/11 Museum for saving the lives of several disabled individuals during the World Trade Center, (Twin Tower) Attack in New York City.

The original (over 30 years of experience) Evacuation Chair manufactured by Evac+Chair of North America, is inducted (placed) in the World Trade Center Museum, on display for saving the lives of several individuals that were confined to a wheelchair. Evac+Chair of North America is now part of American History for saving lives during the World Trade Center Attack in New York City. The Stair Chairs of Evac+Chair are of unique construction which makes it easy for anyone with any type impaired mobility (permanent and/or temporary) to be navigated up and/or down a staircase in time of need. Evac+Chair of North America is the company that originated the stairway evacuation chair over 30 years ago. More than six occupants were rescued to safety during the World Trade Center Towers attack on September 11, using the evacuation chairs of Evac+Chair of North America.

The narrow profile, design and very light weight construction of the Evac+Chair stair chair means that its use as an evacuation chair does not interfere with the ascent and/or descent of first responders sharing the very narrow stairwell of the World Trade Center. The stair chair manufactured by Evac+Chair is engineered to maneuver smoothly and consistently using a patented continuous rotating V belt that ensures safety and allows the user to have total control of the chair’s descent speed down the stairs with relative ease, regardless of the passenger’s weight or size.

Prior to the World Trade Center Twin Towers attack, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has purchased well over 125 Evacuation Chairs (Rescue Chairs) manufactured by Evac+Chair of North America. When the World Trade Center Twin Towers were attacked on September 11, 2001; Several disabled workers (with impaired mobility) were prepared to put the Stair Chairs by Evac+Chair of North America into action. These disabled workers were aided by fellow employees utilizing the Stair Chairs of Evac+Chair, including John Abruzzo, who in the aftermath contacted Evac+Chair of North America for a special thanks for the rescue chair (evacuation chair) by Evac+Chair of North America.

John Abruzzo (9/11 survivor), a staff accountant for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, was working at his computer on the 69th floor of One World Trade Center when the first hijacked jet sliced into the tower. “It felt like the building was punched,” he says. “My desk faces north the side the airplane hit. Paper was just coming down. Worse, the building swayed–and only in one direction says John.

By the time John Abruzzo, a C5-6 quad, had maneuvered his power wheel chair into the hallway, he saw only 10 of his coworkers–everyone else had already evacuated. A co-worker located one the the many EVAC+CHAIR’s located throughout the building and transferred John Abruzzo out of his new, customized Arrow into the Evacuation Chair of Evac+Chair of North America rescue device, which resembles a sled-like component that takes their place when going down stairs.

The survivors and their rescuers reported that they were able to make their way down the stairs as firefighters came up without any interference. It doesn’t take a level of disaster such as the Twin Towers attack to keep in mind the importance of getting all occupants out of any multi-story building or large venue to safely. Anyone who needs assistance down a stair case for any reason, in any building, in any situation that requires evacuation, can be helped to safety with any model of the product line of stair chairs and/or rescue chairs (evacuation chair) made by Evac+Chair of North America.

Evac+Chair of North America, manufacturers of Stair Chair Descent Devices (evacuation chairs or evac chair), as well as a complete line of evacuation system devices and peripherals, utilized to assist in the emergency evacuation of people with mobility needs from buildings or homes with more than one level. Although the product line of Evac+Chair is considered emergency evacuation chairs utilized for emergency stairway chair purposes only, however the staircase chairs can be utilized for several other real life scenarios as well. Any building and/or private home with a malfunctioning elevator and/or staircase, could easily make use of Evac+Chairs staircase chairs and/or rescue chair. Although the handicapped evacuation chair was utilized and successful during 9/11,evacuation chair was utilized and successful during 9/11, these stair chairs can be utilized for any free standing building with more than one floor.

Evac Staircase Chairs by Evac+Chair of North America, are not only for people who are disabled, but also for people with sudden mobility impairment or temporary mobility impairment due to surgery or unexpected injury. You may have walked up the stairs at any given venue and/or building with more than one floor, however you experienced a sudden injury and now faced with impaired mobility to the extent you can not walk down the stairs. This would include, but not be limited to; heart attack, seizure or even a major asthma attack. Suddenly, you are faced with challenge of staircase navigation maneuverability. Any building consisting of more than one level, should possess an emergency stair chair by Evac+Chair of North American in place for that very reason. Being prepared for such an event can save time which has been proven to be a factor in saving lives.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America based firm are carrying the torch for London 2012 Olympics​

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the lightest, Stair Chair on the market today, promotes the sale and use of state of the art Stair Chairs for use at the London Olympics 2012 venue.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original (but never duplicated) stair chair on the market today, promotes the sale and utilization of stair chair functionality and mobility at venues such as the London 2012 Olympics.

The Emergency Rescue Chairs has proven to be an asset of formality in a proactive state of preparedness in an emergency for those who are physically challenged or an isolated case of individual injury. At an event such as the London 2012 Olympics, ultimate mobility and flexibility is of the utmost importance for anyone who requires a safe and urgent evacuation and/or transport out of the building or stadium to a safe locale or medical triage determined location.

EVAC+CHAIR® allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner. EVAC+CHAIR® Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled person(s) immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues, such as the London 2012 Olympics where emergency responders will have a difficult time locating, reaching and transporting incapacitated individuals.

As EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest stair chair on the market and is designed for simple (one person) operation, there is virtually no need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Stair Chair. EVAC+CHAIR® products are professionally designed for maximum endurance, light weight and maximum functionality and mobility.

What’s more, EVAC+CHAIR® Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that minimal to no training is required to operate and utilize the full functionality of their product line of emergency evacuation products and/or stair chairs. The London 2012 Olympics is an amazing venue in time and history. Our hope is that there will be no need for our Stair Chairs and/or Rescue Chairs, however if the need arises, EVAC+CHAIR® is proud to offer the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

EVAC+CHAIR® stair chairs have been tested by the National Fire Protection Association which recognizes that fire and life safety is important to people with disabilities and/or injuries because of the barriers to accessing certain venues due to physical barriers within the built environment. The mission of the international nonprofit NFPA, established in 1896, is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education. The world’s leading advocate of fire prevention and an authoritative source on public safety, NFPA develops, publishes, and disseminates approximately 300 consensus codes and standards intended to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other risks. NFPA membership totals more than 75,000 individuals around the world.

Evac+Chair of North America, manufacturers of Stair Chair Descent Devices (evacuation chairs or evac chair), as well as a complete line of evacuation system devices and peripherals, utilized to assist in the emergency evacuation of people with mobility needs from buildings or homes with more than one level.

Products such as the Ulti-Mat, which is used around the globe (but not limited to) Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Retirement Homes, Assisted Living and Ambulance Companies. Quick and Easy to prepare for evacuation Allows one person to safely transport another in emergencies. Easily moves over any surface across floors and down stairs. Soft-absorbing head pillow reduces head movement going down stairs Long towing straps at the head and feet for easy maneuvering.

Although the product line of Evac+Chair® is considered emergency evacuation chairs utilized for emergency stairway chair purposes only, the staircase chairs can be utilized for several other real life scenarios as well. Any building and/or private home with a malfunctioning elevator and/or staircase, could easily make use of Evac+Chairs staircase chairs and/or rescue chair. Although the handicapped evacuation chair was utilized and successful during 9/11, these stair chairs can be utilized for any free standing building with more than one floor.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America Announces Sale of Evacuation Chairs to Lucas Oil Field. Home of 2012 SUPER BOWL XLVI​

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original and lightest, Evacuation Chair on the market today, announced the sale of the Evacuation Chairs to the Lucas Oil Field.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, and lightest, Evacuation Stair Chair on the market today, announced the sale of Evacuation Staircase Chairs to the Lucas Oil Field, home of the Indianapolis Colts, for use at venue events and this years 2012 SUPER BOWL. The Emergency Rescue Chairs can be used in any building that requires a safe and urgent evacuation need for anyone who is incapacitated, or becomes incapacitated and cannot evacuate independently. EVAC+CHAIR® allows incapacitated person(s) to be placed into the Stair Chair and evacuated down the stairs in a safe, efficient and rapid manner.

EVAC+CHAIR® Evacuation Chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled person(s) immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues, such as the Superbowl, where emergency responders will have a difficult time locating and reaching incapacitated individuals. As EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest chair on the market and is designed for simple one person operation, there is less need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the Staircase Chairs.

What’s more, EVAC+CHAIR® Emergency Evacuation Stair Chairs are so intuitive to operate, that minimal training is required.

“We are very excited to be working with Lucas Oil Field,” said Richard Perl, Vice President of business development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America. “It is an amazing venue in time and history. Our hope is that there will be no need for our Rescue Chairs, however if the need arises, we are proud that they are using the best Evacuation Stair Chair on the market.

Evac+Chair® Shows Patient Transporter at NFPA SHOW

The innovative IBEX Transeat patient transporter from Evac+Chair® North America was introduced at this year’s NFPA conference in chicago.

The IBEX Transeat is a stair climber and stair descender that grips the stairs and controls the rate of descent with an adjustable braking system.

Not only does the IBEX Transeat appeal to the rescue services, but it also now plays a valuable part in aircraft passenger handling and high rise buildings.

With approximately 15 minutes training any individual should achieve the necessary competency to operate the IBEX Transeat safely and within their capabilities without fear of causing injury to themselves or the patient. The device will ascend(go up) a stair with the application of minimal force by two operators. The patient is never elevated above ground level and is never in danger of falling off the Transeat.

For buildings a simple wall bracket ensures it is always ready for use. It can also accomodate staircases designed with over a 45-degree angle of descent, quarter landings, carpeted stairs and obstacles such as doorframes and storm guards.

Product Warranties are NO SUBSTITUTE for Training and Servicing Warns Evac+Chair®

Evac+Chair® International has launched an awareness campaign to highlight the importance of training and servicing in the emergency evacuation equipment market.

Speaking about the issue, Mark Wallace said, “It is an increasingly common misconception that purchasing an emergency evacuation chair with a long product warranty is enough to comply with health and safety regulations.”

He warned, “ Simply purchasing the equipment, regardless of the length of product warranty is no longer adequate. Training and servicing of the equipment is now just as important under regulations such as the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), and this is the message we are keen to communicate to ensure business owners are fully protected.”

PUWER for example states that work equipment must be suitable for use, and for the purpose and conditions in which it is used; maintained in a safe condition for use so that people’s health and safety is not at risk; and inspected in certain circumstances to ensure that it is, and continues to be safe for use. It says ‘software’ measures should also be taken such as providing adequate information, instruction and training for the particular equipment. These points are also emphasised in the Disability Discrimination Act and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

As a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of emergency evacuation chairs for the mobility impaired, Evac+Chair® offers customers various training options and a nationwide inspection and maintenance service as part of its comprehensive aftersales support.

There is a practical short course for employees willing to learn the simple techniques. Carried out where possible on-site, it involves 2½ hours of hands-on certified training and assessment for groups of up to four individuals.

For medium to larger organisations, a higher level of training is provided. An employee who receives the Key Trainer Masterclass© course is then entitled to train other employees in turn. This makes it a useful and cost-effective method of sharing information within organisations, which are often multi-site. Evac+Chair® International now has four experienced training staff who carry out numerous training courses nationally.

This one-stop shop approach makes it easy for clients to fully comply with regulations, giving total peace of mind.

Oriana Cruise Ship Employs the Services
of Evac+Chair®
Evacuation Chairs

The cruise ship Oriana is one of the most glamourous and best-known of the world’s cruise liners, carrying thousands of passengers each year for their holidays of a lifetime to exciting and exotic destinations on its voyages around the world.

Passengers of the Oriana are of all ages and abilities and include those with mobility impairments. To ensure all passengers have adequate means of escape in the unlikely event that an emergency should occur and the elevators are out of action, the operators have installed EVAC+CHAIR® at strategic positions on their world-renowned vessel.

Are you prepared for emergency evacuation?

Hightened awareness of terrorism and natural disasters mean building evacuation plans are on many manager’s minds. By Law, organisations need to make physical provision for everyone to escape, including the mobility impaired.

Evac+Chair® is a pioneer in its field, yet offers a simple, safe and cost effective solution.

The chair uses continuous rotating v-belts to provide controlled stairway descent, enabling a single user to evacuate a mobility impaired person, without lifting or need to alter the building fabric. For ‘intelligent buildings’ such as the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Evac+Chair would have been invaluable when it took 5000 personnel over one and a half hours to evacuate after a bomb hoax.

Evac+Chair® is equally important for escaping those buildings directly affected by the event as well as for surrounding buildings indirectly affected through power failure and other intrusions.

Evac+Chair® enables a single user to easily evacuate a person with mobility difficulties from a building in the event of a disaster.

New angle extends possibilities for Evac+Chair

EVAC+CHAIR® has just increased the angle of descent capabilities of its EVAC+CHAIR® emergency evacuation chair by a crucial 2° so that it now has an operating angle of 40°.

This new product development not only sets a new benchmark that exceeds building regulations, but widens the application of the chair so that those with steeper stairs typically found in the domestic housing sector or in period buildings, can now benefit from the EVAC+CHAIR® as an emergency evacuation solution for the mobility impaired.

The 26 year proven Evac+Chair® can be operated safely and effortlessly at this angle enabling a single user to evacuate a person with mobility difficulties quickly and easily using continuous belts to provide controlled descent over stair nosings in proportion to passenger weight. This latest product development follows hard on the heels of an increase in the weight capabilities of the EVAC+CHAIR® from 300 lbs to 330 lbs during 2006, underlining its position at the forefront of its market. 

EVAC+CHAIR® Reminds Campus Officials of Importance of Having Emergency Evacuation Device in Dormitories and Academic Buildings

Recent fire in Rutgers University Dorm Brings to Mind Seton Hall Fire, Need for Emergency Evacuation for Incapacitated Occupants

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., June 2, 2010 – It only takes a minute for a careless college student to ignite a dangerous fire that can spread and cause bodily harm. A May 12 fire in a Rutgers University dormitory was put out quickly and no one was hurt, but the incident revives the memory of the tragic fire at Seton Hall University ten years ago, when three students were killed and 58 injured—some critically— in a dorm fire started by students.

Rich Perl, vice president of business development for Evac+Chair® North America, is reminding campus officials in colleges and universities to make sure all building occupants can get out safely and quickly in the event of a fire or other emergency.

“Anyone can become incapacitated in an emergency and need assistance getting out of a multi-story building, including a dormitory or college library,” explained Perl. “Young people can develop anxiety attacks, someone recovering from an injury or surgery might not be able to negotiate stairs that day, or an older visitor could be unsteady on his feet. The Evac+Chair® simply unfolds and can ferry a person to safety by just one person,” he added.

The Evac+Chair’s® lightweight portability and narrow profile give it a distinct advantage over other evacuation devices. It allows first responders and other building occupants to pass without interference on crowded stairwells, and its unique patented design makes it easy enough for just one person to operate. Perl added that the Evac+Chair® was instrumental in the rescue of several disabled building occupants during the attack on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. Evac+Chair® North America has placed Evac+Chairs® in theatres and stadiums, hospitals and nursing homes, office buildings and hotels throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. Many public school districts, state universities and private colleges are among the educational facilities using Evac+Chairs®.

“National Campus Fire Safety Month is in September,” noted Perl, “so summer is the time to prepare for the back-to-school season before a tragedy occurs.”

 

EVAC+CHAIR® Comes to the "Rescue" and Assists West Point Military Cadets in Engineering Project

On May 6th, the CBS Radio Network announced that several West Point cadet engineers created an evacuation device for use in the Statue of Liberty.

They have Evac+Chair® North America to thank for the input that helped them develop their own evacuation device.

Rich Perl, vice president of business development for Evac+Chair® North America received a call from a West Point cadet who explained he was working on this project for evacuating the crown of the Statue of Liberty. “I offered my assistance as they needed it during their project,” said Perl. “During two or three phone calls, I gave the students tips and advice on evacuation chairs.” Now the cadets have been recognized for their evacuation device designed to take incapacitated visitors down the steep and narrow spiral staircase from the crown, quickly and safely.

Evac+Chair®, the firm that originated the stairway evacuation chair in 1982, is the world leader in the industry. Evac+Chair® North America, has distribution rights throughout the US, Canada and Mexico; it has placed chairs on Ellis Island, and in NYC hotels, office buildings, stadiums, hospitals and college campuses across the country. Evac+Chair® North America is based out of Lake Success, New York on Long Island.

The cadets’ device is a folding chair that can hold up to 350 pounds. Its speed is controlled with pulleys operated by two rescuers. “We have a model, the IBEX 700H, that can go down and up stairs which makes it unusual, as most evacuation chairs only go down stairs. Like the West Point device, this particular model also requires two people to operate but it holds up to 400 pounds,” noted Perl.

The Evac+Chair® played a prominent role in the rescue of several occupants of the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. It is lightweight and portable and its narrow profile allows first responders and other building occupants to pass safely without interference on stairwells during an emergency. Most Evac+Chair® models are designed for one person to operate safely and can hold 400 pounds.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America Donates Evacuation Chairs to British Columbia Ambulance Service for Use in Vancouver Host of the 2010 Winter Olympics

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 22, 2010 – EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, and lightest, evacuation chair on the market, today announced the company has donated its evacuation chairs to the British Columbia Ambulance Service for use by the Emergency Management Team based in Vancouver, host city of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

The EVAC+CHAIR® is designed to be used in a building evacuation situation for anyone who is incapacitated, or becomes incapacitated, and cannot evacuate quickly enough on their own. EVAC+CHAIR® allows injured or mobility impaired persons to be placed into the chair and evacuated down stairs quickly and safely.

EVAC+CHAIR® evacuation chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled persons nearly immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues where emergency responders will have a difficult time locating and reaching incapacitated individuals. As EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest chair on the market and is designed for simple one person operation, there is less need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the chair. What’s more, EVAC+CHAIR® is so intuitive to operate that little training is required.

“We are thrilled to donate the EVAC+CHAIR® to the British Columbia Ambulance Service for use in Vancouver, host city of the 2010 Winter Olympics,” said Richard Perl, Vice President of Business Development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America. “Our hope is that the chair never has to be used, but if the need arises we are proud that Vancouver, the host of the 2010 Winter Olympics, will have access to the best evacuation chair on the market, EVAC+CHAIR®.”

EVAC+CHAIR® North America Announces Sale of Evacuation Chairs
to Home of the
San Jose Sharks

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., February 8, 2010 –EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, and lightest, evacuation chair on the market today, announced the sale of the company’s evacuation chairs to the HP Pavilion, home of the San Jose Sharks, for use at the venue’s events.

The chairs can be used in a building evacuation situation for anyone who is incapacitated, or becomes incapacitated, and cannot evacuate, or cannot evacuate quickly enough on their own. EVAC+CHAIR® allows incapacitated persons to be placed into the chair and evacuated down stairs safely and quickly.

EVAC+CHAIR® evacuation chairs greatly enhance safety in all evacuation situations as they allow sick, injured or disabled persons nearly immediate evacuation options in emergency situations where seconds count. They are especially important in large sporting venues where emergency responders will have a difficult time locating and reaching incapacitated individuals. As EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest chair on the market and is designed for simple one person operation, there is less need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the chair. What’s more, EVAC+CHAIR® is so intuitive to operate that little training is required.

“We are very excited to be working with HP Pavilion,” said Richard Perl, Vice President of Business Development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America. “It is an amazing venue steeped in history. Our hope is that the chair never has to be used, but if the need arises we are proud that the HP Pavilion is using the best evacuation chair on the market, EVAC+CHAIR®.”

EVAC+CHAIR® North America Supplies Evacuation Chairs to Famed Walter Reed Military Hospital

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 29, 2010 –EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC, maker of the original, and lightest weight evacuation chair on the market today announced a deal with famed Walter Reed Hospital located in Washington, DC, to provide the company’s evacuation chairs for use in building evacuations.

Evacuation chairs greatly enhance safety in hospital settings where there is a greater concentration of disabled individuals who cannot evacuate a building on their own, or cannot evacuate quickly enough in an emergency situation. As EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC is the maker of the lightest weight chair on the market and is designed for simple one person operation, there is less need to find an assistant with sufficient strength to operate the chair. What’s more, EVAC+CHAIR® is so intuitive to operate that little training is required.

“While helping people and increasing safety is EVAC+CHAIR® North America LLC’s mission, we are especially honored to provide our chairs to a facility serving the brave men and women of our armed forces,” said Richard Perl, vice president of business development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America. “As is the case with the military, it is our hope that the chairs never need to be utilized, but if they are needed, we are proud that Walter Reed Hospital is getting the best.”

Company's Portable Emergency Evacuation Chairs Now in Wanaque, N.J. School District

(Lake Success, NY) – September 8, 2010 — Students are back in school and Evac+Chair® North America reminds all public school districts, private schools, and colleges and universities throughout the United States that September is National Campus Fire Safety Month. Rich Perl, vice president of business development for Evac+Chair® North America, based in Lake Success, New York, stresses the importance of making sure all occupants can get out safely and quickly in the event of a fire or other emergency in multi-story school buildings.

“Anyone can become incapacitated in an emergency and need assistance getting out of a multi-story building, including a high school, a dormitory or college library,” explained Perl. “Young people can develop anxiety attacks, someone recovering from an injury or surgery might not be able to negotiate stairs that day, or an older visitor could be unsteady on his feet. The Evac+Chair® simply unfolds and can ferry a person to safety by just one person,” he added.

Perl noted that the Wanaque public school district in northern New Jersey is a new customer that has purchased the firm’s emergency evacuation chairs for its Wanaque and Haskell schools. “We commend the Wanaque school district for upgrading its life safety measures in concert with recent security upgrades,” said Perl. “There are now Evac+Chairs® mounted on the second floor of both schools to help disabled students, faculty and visitors reach safety when the elevators are not available, especially during fire emergencies.”

The Evac+Chair’s® lightweight portability and narrow profile give it a distinct advantage over other evacuation devices. It allows first responders and other building occupants to pass without interference on crowded stairwells, and its unique patented design makes it easy enough for just one person to operate. Perl added that the Evac+Chair® was instrumental in the rescue of several disabled building occupants during the attack on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. Evac+Chair® North America has placed the evacuation chairs in theatres and stadiums, hospitals and nursing homes, office buildings and hotels throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. Many public school districts, state universities and private colleges are among the educational facilities using Evac+Chairs®.

With National Campus Fire Safety Month and the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in September, and Fire Safety Month in October, Perl advises the managers and owners of public facilities and multi-story apartment and office buildings to make life safety a priority this fall. “It only takes a few minutes for a tragedy to occur,” noted Perl. “On September 11, 2001, we all learned how important it is to get people out of buildings efficiently so that first responders can do their jobs.”

From Los Angeles to New York, cities and municipalities are dealing with deep budget cuts, many of which affect police and fire departments. In light of these measures, EVAC+CHAIR® North America, LLC cautions building owners and managers to take up the slack in emergency management caused by decreased budgets, fire house closures, and police and fire department layoffs. The firm advises that now more then ever, it is crucial to stock emergency evacuation chairs to rescue mobility-impaired occupants from a building or public facility during a fire or other disaster.

“Emergency response times to fires will be longer now that fire houses are closing and fire departments are shrinking,” noted Rich Perl, vice president of business development for EVAC+CHAIR® North America, which distributes the EVAC+CHAIR®, a lightweight emergency evacuation chair for stairway use. EVAC+CHAIR® has been the industry standard worldwide for portable evacuation devices since its invention in 1982.

According to the National League of Cities, the municipal budget shortfalls for 2010 to 2012 are projected to be as high as $56-$83 billion, due to state cuts and declining tax collections; these cuts are already affecting fire and police departments as cities and towns wrestle with declining revenues and continued or increased service demands. That all translates into fewer firefighters and policemen who can get to a fire quickly and assist occupants in an evacuation.

“Any multi-story building should have an emergency evacuation plan in place, especially in commercial properties such as office buildings,” said Perl. “In big cities, with a preponderance of high-rise apartment and office buildings, getting people who need assistance down the stairs efficiently can mean the difference between life and death.” Perl recommends placing an evacuation chair at every exit on every floor, and training building occupants in its use and location as part of an evacuation plan.

EVAC+CHAIR®‘s narrow profile allows first responders and other building occupants to ascend or descend staircases during an emergency without interference, and its unique design allows most able-bodied users to assist anyone with mobility impairments or other conditions in need of help with relative ease. It serves as a veritable lifeboat for stairways, and was a key factor in the rescue of several disabled occupants from the Twin Towers during the attacks of September 11, 2001.

EVAC+CHAIR® North America sells the portable evacuation chair and other assistive devices to owners and managers of multi-story commercial properties and public facilities throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean. The EVAC+CHAIR® is found in industrial buildings, office and apartment buildings, hospitals and nursing homes, academic and residential buildings at colleges and universities, and theatres, stadiums and arenas—any facility where anyone might need assistance due to a temporary or permanent disability or mobility impairment.

“As building managers and owners weigh the costs and benefits associated with stocking an evacuation device such as the EVAC+CHAIR®, the cost of lost lives and all that ensues from that kind of tragedy must be a critical part of the life safety equation,” said Perl. For more information about the EVAC+CHAIR® or for a demonstration, call (516) 502-4240, email Rich Perl at sales@evac-chair.com, or go to www.evac-chair.com.