Major assistive tech supplier joins BHTA to reaffirm commitment to high standards of patient care

Arjo is reassuring patients and healthcare professionals that it is an ethical assistive technology supplier by being the latest firm to join the British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA).

Founded in 1957, Arjo strives to help caregivers recognise opportunities for patient mobility around the clock. The company supports therapists and caregivers with innovative ways of using equipment for clinically validated rehabilitation and mobility activities.

Its product portfolio includes a wide range of assistive technologies including bariatric beds, standing aids, alternating pressure mattresses, and ceiling lifts.

Commenting on joining the BHTA, Kevin Dare, Managing Director at Arjo, said: “Becoming a member of the BHTA will provide Arjo with a platform to work with other like-minded organisations to collaboratively improve industry standards and therefore provide our customers and their patients with ever improving products and services, which are aligned to the financial and clinical challenges they face.”

The BHTA represents over 400 companies in the healthcare and assistive technology industry. Working on behalf of its members, the association aims to improve industry standards and champion consumer protection, leading to better quality health and care for all.

All BHTA members are committed to the BHTA Code of Practice, the first and only in the healthcare industry to have been approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Consumer Codes Approval Scheme (CCAS).

By joining the BHTA, the association is signposting Arjo as a reputable and ethical supplier for healthcare professionals and patients to use.

David Stockdale, CEO at British Healthcare Trades Association, added: “I’m really excited to have such a major player in the healthcare industry join us here as a member of the BHTA.

“This is a transformative time for everyone involved in health and social care, and the more we can bring the industry together, the better we can develop and respond to the challenges that our sector faces.

“BHTA is looking forward to representing Arjo and supporting them during this critical time.”

David was appointed CEO of BHTA in June 2022 with a key focus on bringing together stakeholders across the breadth of health and social care to shine a light on the support and solutions the industry can bring to patients and professionals.