AbleNet adds Madentec's entire line of assistive technology solutions to product portfolio

AbleNetApr 7 2010

AbleNet, Inc. announces the agreement with Madentec Limited of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada for the exclusive global rights to manufacture and sell their entire line of assistive technology solutions. This adds a broad portfolio of proven devices to the AbleNet computer access products. Madentec will continue to own the products and provide engineering development support, which has been their core strength.

“We are enthusiastic about adding the Madentec line-up of products to the AbleNet computer access product portfolio”

"We are enthusiastic about adding the Madentec line-up of products to the AbleNet computer access product portfolio," said Jennifer Thalhuber, CEO of AbleNet, Inc. "This brings us much closer to reaching our goal to become the global leader in providing easy-tech computer access tools." AbleNet's manufacturing and global marketing expertise will enhance the growth potential of the Madentec products.

The Madentec product brands will be retained to leverage the market position the company has earned. The Tracker brand, for example, has been in the market for 15 years and is a leader with its' infrared light which allows hands free movement of the cursor for those who cannot use a computer mouse for navigation. Other Madentec products include the IntelliSwitch, DiscoverPro, ScreenDoors, Magic Cursor and Discover Envoy.

"It has been an honor to be a major contributor to bringing computer access tools to the thousands of people worldwide who are now able to communicate with their friends, family, professional colleagues and anyone else they want to reach," said Randy Marsden, President & CEO of Madentec. "I am confident that AbleNet's manufacturing and marketing strength will put the Madentec products on an even faster growth path as we continue to leverage our core strength in engineering. We make great products and they know how to sell them. This is a perfect match."

Madentec has focused on product development over its 23 years of operation. Their products have received numerous awards over the years including the Industrial Design Magazine Award and the Best New Technology of the Year Award from the Electronic Industry Association of Alberta.