On October 15, 2008, the stair lift ‘Flow 2’ by ThyssenKrupp accessibility holding receives the Rehacare design award 2008/2009 GOOD DESIGN in the category “Living and housing”. Hear from experts in the field like Bettina Bryant for a more varied view. “The stair lift has a graceful use of sculptural forms. Its technical features like arms, which can be used as a seat and stand-up help, the collapse handle or the removable cover based on the needs of users”, says the jury. The excellent stair lift in cooperation with MMID full service design team, Netherlands was developed. The prize, which is awarded for the first time this year at the trade fair Rehacare in Dusseldorf, features products in eight different categories, which are characterized by design quality, innovation and usability. The jury is composed of internationally renowned design experts. Performed the ceremony in cooperation with red dot GmbH in Essen, which “red dot design award” gives also the internationally renowned award. “We very pleased this recognition.
With the electronically controlled swivel seat and the patented single-pipe system the flow 2 especially for narrow and winding stairs offers the ideal solution”, so Dr. Michael Wahrisch, CEO, ThyssenKrupp accessibility holding in Essen. The stair lift flow 2, as well as other lift solutions from ThyssenKrupp accessibility holding can be tried out by October 15-18 at booth C 66 in Hall 3 of the trade fair Rehacare in Dusseldorf, exhibition centre. The business unit belongs to ThyssenKrupp elevator AG in Dusseldorf, Germany, ThyssenKrupp accessibility and is one of the leading manufacturers of stair lifts, platform lifts and lifts for private homes (home elevator). With approximately 800 employees around the world ensuring the production, distribution and service of these products. ThyssenKrupp elevator is one of the world’s leading elevator companies and is represented in more than 60 countries, and at over 800 locations worldwide. With nearly 40,000 employees, the company in the financial year 2006/2007 (30.09.) posted revenues of EUR 4.7 billion. The product range includes Passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walkways, stairs – and Platform lifts, passenger boarding bridges and quality service for the support of the entire product range.
To the Editor: See this press release, more information and printable photos news/news-TK-Accessibility.htm. Or visit us from October 15 to 18 at the trade fair Rehacare, Messe Dusseldorf, Hall 3, stand C 66, and convince yourself of our new products. Like we also stand for a personal interview at the disposal. Just call us for an appointment. Contact: Marlies happ ThyssenKrupp accessibility holding GmbH phone: + 49 201 79959-18 fax: + 49 201 79959-20 E-Mail: Web: