Hand Controls
Cowal have always designed their push/pull single lever hand controls to fit
high to the steering column and in most vehicles, the rods are hidden
behind the dash.
These features provide the driver with maximum leg/knee room, and knee
contact with the controls is eliminated.
Due to the way the rods are fitted to the brake and accelerator pedals,
the option of having both pedals flipped-up is available.
Each hand control is designed for the vehicle, and they are possibly
the lightest and smoothest push/pull controls on the market today. They
can be installed at our works or supplied to our wide network of installers
throughout the UK. They are approved by all leading vehicle manufacturers.
We also install mechanical and electronic ring accelerators, and manufacture
special grips to suit the individual. All automatic and manual vehicles
can be converted, either fully or partially to suit the individual.
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
Twin flip-up accelerators
Although it has since been imitated by other concerns, the Cowal Twin Flip-Up concept
was developed by us over 20 years ago.
It still remains the best, and we are the leading supplier of the system
in the UK and Europe.
The operation is simplicity itself. Pull down the pedal required, and
the other pedal flips up automatically.
The two pedals are linked by a small cable which is out of sight when
installed. This system is recommended by Motability on their vehicles.
The standard system, shown here, is for right leg disabled drivers, and
we can also supply a left leg disabled system.
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
Alternative Hand Controls
At Cowal Mobility, we offer the customer choice, and we always advise the disabled driver on the most suitable hand controls for their needs. We therefore install all other types of hand control including:
Guido Simplex Electronic Ring Accelerator - fitted with either their own brake lever or Cowal brake lever (where the rod is hidden). Ring over or under steering wheel rim
Menox & Carospeed floor mounted hand controls for left hand operation.
Guido Simplex Satellite Accelerator Control- a hand held plunger control which can be built into a Cowal brake lever.
Radial Hand Controls rotate down for accelerator and push forward to brake.
Cowal Full Conversion - for manual vehicles includes a vaccum clutch system with hand controls in a configeration to suit the individual
Infra-Red Systems
We are installers of the Lodgesons 6,10,13 & 18 function RKS wireless system with round keypad. This system works with a self charging handset battery. We also fit the Elap infra-red system which offers a slightly different feel with a leather steering knob. This system needs to be charged either in-car or we can supply in-house chargers. The Autochair Smartsteer is a new addition to our range also.
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
Ramps & Lifts
Rear Hoists for Wheelchair/Scooters
We specialise in fitting the hoist most suitable for the vehicle, scooter/wheelchair and the users abilities. We are able to advise on the most suitable hoist for the job with no biase as we install hoists from all suppliers.
Whether you require a lightweight hoist or a more robust hoist for a very heavy powerchair/scooter, we are able to undertake the work. With some vehicles, some re-inforcing of the boot area where the hoist base is fitted is required.
We always recommend a tie-down system is fitted to secure your scooter or wheelchair in place when in the vehicle. A tie-down may not be required if the rear seats are upright.
Installers of Autochair, Brig-Ayd, Elap and Autoadapt hoists.
In-Car Person Hoists
We are installers of the Milford Person Hoist. Facilitates the transfer of a wheelchair occupant from wheelchair to vehicle seat (front or rear).
Ramps & Electric Lifts
We are installers of rear electric lifts, ramps and portable ramps. We are happy to recommend the most suitable solution for the client. SWIVEL/SLIDE SEATS
Swivel & slide seats are ideal for aiding transfer into or out of a vehicle. Swivel seats can be manually operated or electrically operated by using a handset and can be installed to both the passenger and drivers side (although it may not always be possible on the drivers side). Supplied with and without armrests, the seat is a replacement seat.
Turny Orbit Seats
Suitable for higher vehicles ie; 4X4's and MPV's, this is a similar seat to the above, but electrically operated in and out of the car and lowers down to wheelchair height to aid transfer.
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
Seating Solutions
Transfer Seats/Platforms
We have also undertaken various other ways to aid the transfer from wheelchair into a car and visa versa. Transfer seats and infill platforms bridge the gap between the wheelchair seat and the car seat, and we can install manual removable seats or electric up/down folding seats.
We can also adapt the up/down seats, and change the design to suit the individual, to gently aid a person up to their feet if this is an issue.
Carony Seat
The seat in the vehicle becomes your wheelchair seat, eliminating the need to transfer from one seat to another. When travelling, the Carony base unit is then stowed in the boot of the vehicle.
There are three versions of the Carony available:
Carony 12" - this is a 'transit' wheelchair, so the Carony wheelchair user is pushed by the carer when out and about.
Carony 24" - this version is 'occupant propelled' so the wheelchair user can propel the Carony wheelchair themselves.
Carony Go - this is an electric wheelchair option, whereby the occupant propels the Carony Go wheelchair with a joystick.
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
Accessories
Sometimes it can be simple things that make your driving experience less enjoyable. Struggling with the handbrake, indicators, steering or ignition can be resolved with button depressants, indicator extensions, steering knobs and left side ignition & start buttons. We design and install these simple adaptations here.
Sometimes more extensive work is required, and lightening the power steering, boosting the brakes and fitting electric handbrakes can be undertaken also.
Some adaptations are able to be supplied directly to our customers or to one of our many fitters throughout the UK. We manufacture a wide selection of steering knobs, spokes, quads and other aids to suit the individual.
Steering Wheel Spinners
At Cowal we manufacture our own steering wheel spinners and supply to the industry. Our spinners are available with a selection of different shaped knobs and either a standard clamp (2 bolt fixing) or quick release. The mushroom shaped knob is the most popular shaped knob and we can supply by mail order if required.
We manufacture quad grips, palm grips, and special attachments to suit prosthetics.
Handbrake and gearshift button depressants are manufactured for each vehicle and modified to suit each customer if required.
Indicator Extension Arms
Either indicator or wiper extension arms are made to order for each vehicle.
Ignition/Start Solutions
At Cowal we can design an ignition/start solution to suit the individual. Ignition ON/OFF button with LED START button to left or right dash with or without moving the ignition barrel. There is a solution to suit every individual.
Pedal Extensions/Alterations
We can extend pedals, build false floors and pedal platforms, design removable pedals, modify seat runners, raise seats, and generally move things around to suit the driver with reduced statue.
Boot Straps
Solving the problem of closing the rear hatch from a wheelchair, we can fit a leather strap which makes it so much easier.
Grab Handles
Transfering into a car from a wheelchair is made so much easier with a grab handle above the drivers door .
For more information about any of our products, please visit the
Cowal Mobility website (it will open in a new browser window).
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