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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.



Item Details

The Bowling Arm

ILC Reference NO 71:41:003
Item sourced from ILC QLD database


The Bowling Arm in Use

Short Description
A long handled device that enables the user to pick up, carry and deliver a bowl or jack, without bending. Constructed from marine grade steel alloy with a green polyester finish. Available in four sizes and with a palm or thumb release.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
MATERIALS: Construction is in Marine grade alloy with polyester coating.

METHOD OF USE: Suitable for use with either left or right hand, and will accommodate any size bowl and jack. Grasp handle with fingers. Push down on thumb release, or palm release (spring loaded lever) to grasp bowl. Lever needs to be held in position until bowl is released. Delivery of the bowl is achieved by a pendulum swing from the shoulder and releasing the spring loaded lever.

PEOPLE USEFUL FOR: Who are unable to bend to access bowl eg back injuries. People who are unable to achieve the finger positions necessary to hold a bowl eg amputated fingers, poor dexterity.

COMMENTS: Supplier states is approved for all levels of competition by the Australian Bowling Council.

CLEANING: Can be cleaned in warm soapy water, and marks can be removed with care polish.


Models
Two models are available - thumb release or palm release. Each model is available in short, medium, long and wheelchair sizes.

Dimensions
Long Size
Height of User.................................... 1830 mm, Or taller
Length............................................ 720 mm

Medium Size
Height of User.................................... From 1520 mm to 1830 mm
Length............................................ 650 mm

Short Size
Height of User.................................... 1520 mm, Or shorter
Length............................................ 590 mm

Wheelchair Size
Height of User.................................... N/A
Length............................................ 380 mm


Place Of Manufacture
Victoria, Australia

Display Item On Loan From
Not on display.
Please be aware that this device may be available upon request for an individual consultation. A general consultation fee may be required for this service. Please contact LifeTec Queensland for more details.


Display Information
LifeTec may have this item on display. If you want to view or trial this product, please contact LifeTec on 07-3552 9000 to ensure that it is still on display prior to your visit.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
DRAKES PRIDE,   BENDIGO, VIC
FRED FERN BOWLS CENTRE,   WOOLLOONGABBA, QLD
THE BOWLS SHOP CAIRNS,   CAIRNS, QLD

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The Bowling Arm   Palm & Thumb Bowling Arm   Bowling Arm - Wheelchair Model  
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