LEVO Geschichte

1975 - LEVO AG, then known as Valutec, developed the first stand-up wheelchair of the world. Soon after, in 1976, this world novelty went into serial production in Dottikon (Switzerland) and was supplied to the international market. Model: "F7", manual propel and electric stand-up (M/E, 53 kg).

1984 - the first LEVO active LA, manual propel and manual stand-up (M/M, 29 kg), was presented to the market. improvements: modern design, light weight and maneuverability.

1989 - the LEVO product range was completed by the LEVO mobil LCM, power wheelchair with electrical stand-up (E/E). Already now, the individual needs of wheelchair users were met with the three model types M/M, M/E, E/E and a variety of sizes. The name LEVO became a symbol for stand-up wheelchairs!

1997 - during the international shows "Rehab" in Düsseldorf, Germany, and "Medtrade" in Atlanta, GA, USA, the LEVO active-easy LAE, manual propel and manual stand-up (M/M, 18 kg), was introduced, the lightest stand-up wheelchair of the world.

1997 - LEVO USA Inc. was founded as a daughter company in Peachtree City, South of Atlanta, GA, USA. As a distribution hub for North America, LEVO USA Inc. is responsible for competent consulting and professional service.

1999 - the pediatric chairs LEVO compact-easy KID & JR, manual propel and electric stand-up (M/E, 21 kg), complemented the LEVO product range.

2002 - during an international distributor meeting in Switzerland, LEVO AG introduced the brand new power wheelchair LEVO combi. Within this combination of centre wheel drive for inside and outside use as well as the multi functionality of the seating, reclining, tilting, laying and standing, this Swiss private company launched a new generation of stand-up wheelchairs.

2003 – with the extended version of the multi functional power wheelchair LEVO combi JR for children, the product range of LEVO AG serves also the needs of the very youngpeople in a wheelchair.

2004 – the LEVO comfort II releases the LCM and becomes the new stand-up power wheelchair with a high capability for indoor and outdoor use. The strong 4-pol motors and the 70A VSI controller give the chair a great driving characteristic.

2006 – November 3, LEVO AG in Switzerland and Dane Technologies Inc. in MN partnered together to bring a better quality of life to more wheelchair users of every age across the United States. Meanwhile Dane takes over the management of LEVO USA Inc. and moves the operation from Peachtree City GA up to Brooklyn Park MN.

2007 – On March 27, Dane acquired the outstanding shares of LEVO AG. As a result, LEVO AG becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of Dane Technologies Inc. After over 30 years of exceptional leadership, Dr. Kurt H. Fischer intends to retire from LEVO by May 1, 2007; however he will remain available as a consultant on an ongoing basis. Effective immediately Thomas Raeber has been promoted to President of LEVO AG and will be responsible for managing all LEVO AG operations.

In fall 2007 LEVO introduced the first and unique 4WD power stand up wheelchair. The brand new power base with high driving performance as well as the redesigned seat and stand mechanisme with low shearing and easy assesment benefits gets a high attention within the industry.

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