Innovative paediatric assistive devices adapted to individual needs, providing support and encouraging participation in daily activities.

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About R82

Paediatric assistive devices

R82 specialises in innovative paediatric assistive devices designed to meet individual needs. Our products provide essential support while promoting participation in everyday activities.

We are committed to enhancing the lives of children and young people living with disabilities worldwide. The extensive range includes seating systems, wheelchairs, mobility frames, activity chairs, buggies, walking aids, standing aids and bathroom aids.

Driven by a passion for innovation and design, R82 continually advances its product offerings while maintaining a focus on quality and closeness with customers.

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Nothing compares to a smile

We believe every child deserves to experience joy and live a life filled with dignity. Each day, we are driven by the goal of creating products that bring smiles to children's faces, as nothing compares to the pure happiness of a child's smile.

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Adaptable products

Being present at every stage of life places high demands on the adaptability and growth potential of our products. We are committed to meeting these demands with our solutions, ensuring we provide support, flexibility and built-in growth opportunities.

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A life of assistive devices

We provide essential support and opportunities through our range of solutions within seating, standing, walking and toilet or bath aids. Our assistive devices are designed to empower the child and enhance their quality of life. 

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A unique solution for every user

Some users require more support than a standard product can offer. R82 specialises in custom-made solutions tailored to unique needs. Each molded unit is thoughtfully designed, ensuring it aligns perfectly with the individual requirements of the user.

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The Rabbit Up stander has changed Ronan’s life completely. It has enabled him to play with other children his age, and to do things independently, like going around the shop choosing what he wants. 


Alice Oneill 
Mum to Ronan, product user

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Contact

Interested in learning more about our R82 products? Contact our team for information, advice and support. We're here to help.

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History

R82 was founded in Denmark in 1982 by three entrepreneurs, Erik Ernst, Flemming Møller and Lars Lykke under modest conditions in the founders’ private homes. 

The three founders, who with experience from the field saw the need for paediatric assistive devices, wanted to become a world-leading manufacturer of technical aids and appliances for children and young people with special needs.

The Panda seat was the basis for R82's success. The internationalisation process began in 1996 with R82 Netherlands and was soon followed by the establishment of R82 worldwide.

R82 has been a part of Etac since 2011.

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Careers at Etac

Would you like a career where you can contribute to something meaningful? At Etac, you can pursue an interesting career journey while being part of a rewarding end goal – to improve people’s quality of life. With a dynamic mix of R&D, production, sales and marketing, we offer a wide range of opportunities, all over the world.

Working with our product brand R82, you contribute to solutions that promote participation, development and activity for children of all ages. Our main site for innovation and manufacturing of R82 products is located in Gedved, Denmark. 

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Working for R82 is an incredible joy, because you know you are a part of changing people's daily life for the better.


JETTE
Manufacturing

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We have freedom with responsibility. It’s a privilege to have that. You can come with ideas and talk openly about what doesn’t work. You’re taken seriously, and that is a great thing.


MARTIN 
Manufacturing