Omni sense white cane tip
Omnia's new white cane tip introduces omni-wheel technology to white canes for the visually impaired and is an excellent aid for people using constant contact cane techniques.
The omni wheel design allows the cane tip to move in all directions just like conventional cane tips but offers significant additional benefits such as: improved sensory and auditory feedback and does not wear out as quickly as many conventional cane tips.
Omni sense white cane tip features:
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Omni wheel technology allowing fluid, 360 degree movement across a range or surfaces.
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Tough, durable polymer construction for extended wear.
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Available in different attachment types: hook-on, push-on.
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Resting stand.
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Non-corrosive.
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Easy to clean.
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Dishwasher safe.
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12 month warranty, inclusive of wear.
Omni sense white cane tip benefits:
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Better auditory feedback.
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Better sensory feedback.
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Better indication of changes in terrain.
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Ease of movement in all directions when in contact with the ground.
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Last much longer than conventional cane tips.
Developed with and used by Ian Edwards, The Blind Chef
Ian Edwards also known as The Blind Chef helped us develop the the Omni Sense and agreed to trial it for us. After six months of extensive use, this is what he had to say:
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“It works well for me both inside and outside. The weight of the attachment is no heavier than a normal ball but it has a lot more wear. On different surfaces it gives me a better feeling, I know where I am, what I am doing; with the sounds as well as the rollers, they make a difference compared to a normal ball. The feedback in my arm changes depending on the surface I am on.”
Omni wheel technology, perfect for white cane tips.
Omni wheels are different from regular wheels in that they have specialised rollers attached to them around the circumference of the main wheel disc. These rollers allow a wheel to move easily in all directions, similar to a caster wheel, but much more fluidly and don’t catch or stick.
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Omnia Wheel's world-leading, omni wheel technology is unique due to its patented construction, non-corrosive materials and unrivalled strength and durability.
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