About
Our vision is to create a world where every wheelchair user feels comfortable and in control of their temperature.
The WheelAir system is the first temperature and moisture control system designed to fit any wheelchair. It disperses air evenly across the seat surface to lower temperature, remove moisture build-up, and keep skin dry and clean.
BRAND STORY
Where did the idea come from?

The very first WheelAir was brought to life in 2015 by founder Corien Staels, as her final university project during her textiles degree. Her university tutor, who was a wheelchair user, had told Corien of the problems associated with overheating. Corien thought… why don’t I solve that?
Looking into the issue of overheating further, Corien learned that overheating in a wheelchair is not only very uncomfortable, but also potentially dangerous. She learned that people were using ice-packs and water sprays to keep cool. It seemed ridiculous to her that in this day and age, there wasn’t a technological solution.
So, she came up with the WheelAir concept. A simple idea that has already made a lot of impact. The WheelAir system is designed to remove excess heat and moisture from the backs of wheelchair users and cool their core temperature. Not only this, the team is working hard to build a stylish brand that wheelchair users can relate to. The WheelAir has been described as ‘a breath of fresh air’ in the industry. Best of all, the WheelAir is already changing lives. One user, Jay, told us when she first tried the WheelAir that it was the first time in 20 years that she had been able to sit it in the sun without overheating. A momentous moment for both Jay and us.
OUR FOUNDER
Behind the idea and vision
Corien Staels
WheelAir Founder
Case Studies

"WheelAir made an incredible difference to her life and she is so much happier"
Rosie
OUR PROS
The community of WheelAir
Our PRO community is a group of like minded people whom their peers look up to. They share their invaluable ideas and achievements with us and help us make WheelAir better and better for our growing user community. Being a PRO is about spreading a positive message about everything people can do with a disability and we value their involvement in WheelAir greatly.
Does WheelAir make a difference?
How does WheelAir impact users?
Hear from WheelAir users about how WheelAir has had a positive effect on their lives
“I use to have to drink lots and lots of water because of overheating. Now with WheelAir, I no longer need to worry about that.”
Jay Anderson
Professional Athlete & Sports Coach
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