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Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) is a non-profit making organization, working under the aegis of Govt. of India, under the ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (http://www.socialjustice.nic.in). It was incorporated in 1972 to take up manufacture and supply of artificial limb components and rehabilitation aids for the benefit of the physically handicapped and started production in 1976.
Objectives
The main objectives of the Corporation are
1. To maintain the status of largest manufacturer and supplier of rehabilitation aids in India.
2. To maintain the status of largest ADIP implementing agency through camp activity, headquarters activity, ADIP — SSA activity, special camp activity and limb fitting centres activity.
3. To ensure all aids & appliances supplied under ADIP scheme must bear ISI — mark and must be durable, modern, sophisticated and scientifically manufactured.
4. To enhance export of quality rehabilitation aids to help disabled persons abroad to achieve self-dependence.
5. To carry out continuous research & development work to improve design of existing aids and develop new assistive aids at affordable prices.
Product Range
The product range includes Orthotic and Prosthetic appliances for Upper & Lower Extremities, Spinal Braces, Cervical Collars, Traction Kits, Rehabilitation Aids like Wheel Chairs, Crutches and Tri Wheelers etc. The Corporation also provides special tools and equipments required for fitment of Orthotic & Prosthetic assemblies by the Limb Fitting Centres.
For visually handicapped, the corporation produces Braille Slate, Folding Cane and Braille Shorthand Machine.
For Orthopaedically Handicapped
Rehabilitation Aids
- Lower limb orthotic (Calipers)
- Lower limb prosthetic (Artificial legs)
- Upper limb prosthetic (Artificial hands)
- Spinal orthotic (Braces for neck & back)
- Prosthetic supplies (stockinettes, socks and surgical boots)
Mobility aids
- Wheel Chairs(Manual & Motorised)
- Tricycles(Manual & Battery Operated)
- Axilla & Elbow crutches
- Walking Stick
For Visually Handicapped
- Braille short hand machine
- Braille slate
- Walking cane & stick
For Hearing Impaired
- Pocket type Hearing Aid
- Digital type Behind the Ear (BTE) Hearing Aid.
Research & Development
The Corporation is equipped with sophisticated machines and is backed by its own Research & Development. The design of products is constantly updated to maintain optimum efficiency level and to ensure high level of customer satisfaction. The products are manufactured under rigorous quality control so as to conform to international quality standard.
Achievements
Within the country, the Corporation is the premier agency supplying appliances for orthopaedically handicapped. It has helped establish 170 Limb Fitting Centres in various parts of the country to ensure proper fitting of aids and appliances. These Limb Fitting Centres provide necessary facilities for fitment of Orthotic and Prosthetic aids to the disabled people.
The Corporation conducts camps in association with various State Govts./Distt. authorities for fitting and distribution of aids and appliances in rural and semi urban areas of the country.
The Corporation also conducts camps under ADIP-SSA (Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan) Cost Sharing Scheme in association with various State implementing Societies for provision of aids & appliances to children with special Needs of 6-14 years age.
Market Network & Exports
The Corporation markets its products within the country through its offices at Delhi, Kilkata, Bhubneshwar, Bangalore, Mumbai, Guwahati and with the help of an extensive dealer network to ensure availability near the important Limb Fitting Centres and customers.
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