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ENABLING SERVICES (U) LTD PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION Locally, ESUL collaborates with organisations of/ for people with visual impairment and other disabilities. It also works hand in hand with training institutions, schools, rehabilitation organisations and other stake holders. Internationally ESUL collaborates directly with product manufacturers, suppliers and specialist service providers. PRODUCTS CATALOGUE ASSISTIVE PRODUCTS & SERVICES For People With Special Needs Client at ESUL checks transcribed material. Client receives final products (textbooks transcribed by ESUL). PHYSICAL ADDRESS & LOCATION ENABLING SERVICES (U) LTD P.O BOX 26179 Kampala Uganda Plot 5 Essex Gardens Kyambogo Lower Estate. 24 “Committed To Empowering People With Disability” 1 Enabling Services Uganda Ltd is a private firm that seeks to enhance the life quality of people with special needs by providing specialised services and products on the local market and the region at large. Background Enabling Services Uganda Ltd was established in June 2005 with the aim to bring closer assistive products and services for people with special needs to the end user, organisations, institutions, other service providers and donors. The range of products and services that ESUL provides are in the fields of education, ICT, daily activities and leisure. Mission To provide services and assistive products that enable people with special needs achieve their full potential and thereby improve their life quality. Vision To become a one stop service and assistive products centre offering a range of choices to people with special needs. Core Objective ESUL’s core objective is to fully satisfy the needs of its clients/ customers through close partnership with users and a highly dedicated and motivated staff. 2 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] Key Activities • Production of reading materials in specialised formats such as Braille, tactile diagrams and large print • Supply of Braille writing, embossing equipment and materials • Supply of information communication technology with programmes specifically for those with visual impairment • Repairing of ICT equipments • Training in specialised computer skills, maintenance and repair of specialised equipment, mobility and orientation • Provision of after sales training and technical support • Conducting awareness programmes through exhibitions and workshops. • Consultancy • Guidance and counselling • Provision of sports and related equipment 3 Products availed by ESUL are in the categories below. • Educational devices & products • Assistive products • Daily living products • Leisure & Sports products EDUCATIONAL DEVICES & PRODUCTS Standard Perkins Brailler This ‘Braille typewriter’ has revolutionized communication for the blind, by making it much easier for both visually impaired users and Braille transcribers to write Braille. This machine is able to emboss in any language, as well as emboss 25 lines with 42 cells on an 11”x11½” sheet of Braille paper. It weighs in at just 15 pounds and requires very little space on your desk. Included is a dust over, user manual and wooden eraser. Electric Perkins Brailler 4 The Electric Perkins Brailler, model 22-0103-6, is an electric braille writer. This sturdy, portable machine has the features of the Standard Perkins Brailler, and the ability to accommodate narrow paper widths and paper lengths up to fourteen inches long. This model allows users to produce Braille with minimal effort and for longer periods of time. A felt pad that slips under the machine to reduce noise is included, along with a dust cover, a large wooden eraser, Braille operating instructions in English, and printed operating instructions in English, Spanish, French, and German. Printed instructions in Italian and Portuguese are available upon request. Tatrapoint Adaptive Brailler A mechanical, sixkey brailler that takes normal Braille paper on a roll. Having a very robust housing this machine additionally comes in a modern design. It is quiet, safe and easy to operate.In addition to these features its special function is the keyboard adjustable for width. This ensures little hands of children as well as big hands of adults a comfortable writing. Tatrapoint Standard Brailler A mechanical, sixkey brailler that takes normal braille paper on a roll. Having a very robust design, this machine is also quiet, safe and easy to operate.It is also available as a One Hand Keyboard device with adjustable length of space bar for left resp. right-handed users. Braille Paper Plain white in colour, our paper is available in two different sizes. One type is tractor-feed fan-fold paper. Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] EMBOSSERS Basic D This is a double-sided Braille printer or Braille embosser that uses continuous tractor-feed paper and can print double-sided (interpoint) Braille pages at a rate of 340 pages per hour. The control panel is labelled in both Braille and ink, and voice confirmation is provided when keys are pressed. The Basic-D supports as many as 20 Braille alphabets, and can also print Braille graphics (tactile graphics). This printer comes with a copy of Win Braille, a Braille translation and editing programthat works from any common Windows word processor or other Windows application in Windows9X/Me or NT/2000 operating systems. POWER: Uses 100-240 volts, 50-60 Hertz. DIMENSIONS: (HxLxW): 5 x 10 x 20.2 inches WEIGHT: 16 pounds. Everest The Everest-D, a double sided Braille printer for single sheet paper, is newly improved in every way. Some changes on the new Everest include lower noise level, improved paper handling, higher speed, improved dot and speech quality, all at the same competitive price as the previous version. The double sided single sheet feeding concept produces Braille at a fraction of the cost of alternative systems. POWER: Uses 120240 volts, 140 W max DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 17x 22x 7 inches. WEIGHT: 31 pounds. Index 4x4 Pro Braillo 200 The Braillo 200 is reliable, dependable and ideal for medium to heavy braille production. Uses continuous tractor feed paper in a variety of sizes. Prints both 6 and 8 dot Braille interpoint/single-side 200 cps. Quality Braille. POWER: Uses 230 volts, 50-60 Hertz. DIMENSIONS: (HxLxW): 25x37x27 inches. WEIGHT: 386 pounds. This Index 4x4 Pro automatically produces Braille books, magazines and newspapers. It presents them automatically sorted, stacked and ready for binding. POWER: Uses 120-240 volts. DIMENSIONS :( HxLxW): 17x22x7 inches. WEIGHT: 31 pounds 5 Braillo 400 S Rugged construction for large volume production of Braille; Low noise; Prints both 6 and 8 dot Braille; Modular design, easy to service; Uses standard fan folded paper in a variety of formats; Prints simultaneously on both sides of paper; High speed, 1200 pages per hour continuous printing with High Braille quality.Each document is an original. Braillo 400 SR Based on 400S. This prints 400 characters per second; 1,200 pages per hour; Designed for paper from roll. Built in Paper Cutter; Stacking Unit designed for handling Braille documents; Modular design, easy to service; Prints simultaneously on both sides; High speed, 1200 pages per hour’s continuous printing with high quality Braille; each document is an original. Braillo 400 SW (Sideways) This model is based on the Braillo 400 S with its well-proven technology. It produces Braille in standard 2 pages (single sided) per sheet format or the 4 pages per sheet format (double sided). Stacking unit designed for handling large format brailled sheets. Prints 440 characters per second. Modular design, easy to service. Designed for paper from roll. Braillo 400 SW SF (Staple & Fold) 6 Based on the Braillo SW with the same well-proven technology. Produces Braille in 4 pages per sheet format – single and double sided. Prints 440 characters per second. Designed for paper from roll. Designed to ad cover, to staple and fold Braille in to ready-to-pack books, magazines and newspapers. The Braillo 440 SW SF is the world’s first fully automated Braille book production system. Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] Romeo 25 Tough, transportable single-sided embosser with a singular reputation for outstanding Braille quality, rugged durability and unmatched value. Ideal for student, personal or home office use, 25-characterper-second Romeo 25 also has many of the popular features of our larger embossers. Swell form graphics machine This nifty little machine makes excellent tactile images using a simple process. Just duplicate your drawing, map, or whatever onto Swell-Touch paper using your copy machine, then pass it through our heat machine. All the black areas puff up or “swell”, while the white part remains flat. Thermoform Machine (Maxiform) Known as the mapmaker, this machine can also be used with 11x 11.5 in. frame. POWER: 115-220 volts, 50-60 Hertz. DIMENSIONS: (HxLxW): 16x23.5x37 inches. WEIGHT: 98 lbs Note: ESUL offers technical support for all these equipments. Rectangular Braille Labels These labels can be Brailled using manual or electric Braillers or Braille embossers with the appropriate software. They can also be Brailled with a slate and stylus. Each roll contains 50 labels. Tractor feed; Size 2 x 2.75 inches rectangular 7 English Alphabet Trainer Plate Talking book Audio recorded books. Talking 8 Digit Calculator with Digital Alarm Clock This is a classic looking talking calculator that has easy to see buttons and numbers. It performs all standard calculations and speaks the numbers and results in a clear female voice. Measures 5.25" x 5.62" Comes with 2 "AAA" batteries. Dino Junior Big number calculator Our low vision desktop, or briefcase, calculator has large keys with bold, black-on-white numbers for enhanced visibility. It performs standard mathematical functions, plus percentages.It has a very large LCD display in an attractive white case. Uses solar and battery power, Measures 5.67 inches x 4.17 inches x .87 inches. 8 To learn English alphabets and numerals by writing over the space provided on the plate. Large Button 8 Digit Calculator with LCD tilt display Easy to see numbers (.25") on the large keys and the tilt-angle display make this affordable home or office calculator a must-have item, Measures a very thin 7.25" x 5.5". Jumbo display folding calculator A calculator that combines a slim, compact design with advanced features. The 1/2" numbers are large and easy to see. When its smooth, metallic-gray case is closed, it measures 4" by 2 1/2" by 1/2" and can be carried with you anywhere, fitting easily into your pocket or purse. It also features convenient dual power with both solar and battery backup. Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] Large Wooden Eraser Used to erase Braille, It is especially designed for use with the Perkins Brailler. Abacus This abacus has 15 rods with 4 beads on top column & 1 bead on lower column, Resistant Backing. Braille Word forming block This hand-held gismo is another great way for Braille learners and enthusiasts alike to practice creating and recognizing various Braille words. The Braille Word Block doesn't just let you make one letter at a time - you can either make five or eight letter words all at once - depending on which model you go for. Interactive Talking Globe Combining the information and power of an atlas, a globe and a computer just touch the globe with the magic pen to learn amazing facts about countries, continents, oceans and so much more. Braille Tactile World Map An 11.5 x 11 inch bound booklet containing the map of the world with the continents marked in Braille and individual maps of North America, South America, Europe, South East Asia and Africa. The countries of each continent are outlined and Brailled. Keys in Braille accompany each map to spell the complete names of the continents or countries that have been abbreviated on the maps. Braille Slate & Stylus A4 black plastic with 30 cells per line and 27 lines per page. 9 Jumbo Stylus Regular Stylus The Regular Stylus is durable and easy to use for braille writing. Taylor's Mathematical Frame18 lines x 22 cells in each line The Jumbo Stylus is designed for creating Jumbo braille with larger, more widely spaced dots that can befelt more easily by individuals with neurologicalimpairments such as diabetic neuropathy. Geometry Set The 5 Piece Geometry Set includes a 30 degrees and 45 degrees set squares, compass, scale - millimetres, protractor, and box. Tactile markings make it easy for blind users to learn geometry. Braille Magnetic Letters 63 colourful 1" squares are printed with the alphabet and punctuation marks. Each square also has the Braille equivalent in very prominent clear lucite bumps. The alphabet in lower case is repeated and the Braille sign for capital letter and number also appears twice. To use the squares for teaching Braille, making signs, playing games etc. the user snaps the squares apart and attaches them to any metal surface. 10 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] ASSISTIVE PRODUCTS Telescopic white cane This is made of carbon fibre which is regarded as a durable and tactually sensitive material for canes. The cane has a smooth plastic handle and a nylon loop on top. They are available in sizes from 39" to 69" in 2 inch increments. Collapsible white cane Constructed of heavy-gauge aluminium that results in strong joints and excellent tactile transmission. Easy to fold and comes with a marshmallow tip and a ribbed putter handle. Canes are available in 2” increments from 36” to 60” in 4, 5 or 6 sections, depending on size. Pacmate (Note taking device for the blind) Wheel Chair Electroplated frame, hard-cushioned seat, 7" front casters, width of the seat 46cm This QWERTYstyle (QX) or Perkins-style (BX) device is an accessible industry standard platform. It provides not only access to Microsoft Pocket PC software but also it will run other third-party software. Digi ear hearing aid Hearing Aid Covers a wide range of hearing loss including problems with conversations, TV listening, and restaurants The Digi-Ear D1 is our value all-digital hearing aid. Its shape allows it to fit neatly into the ear canal.It has a unique rotating nozzle that will accommodate both left and right ear fitting. You can insert the hearing aid and adjust it yourself. 11 SPECIALISED SOFTWARE Jaws Software (Audio) JAWS is one of the most powerful screen readers available and works with your PC to provide access to today's software applications and the Internet. With its internal software speech synthesizer and the computer's sound card, information from the screen is read aloud, providing technology to access a wide variety of information, education and job related applications. With features such as a user-defined dictionary and hot keys, JAWS also outputs to refreshable Braille displays, providing unmatched Braille support of any screen reader on the market. A training tutorial is included. Magic Software (Zoom text) MAGIC is one of the most powerful magnification programs available. Features include talking installation and four configurable magnification views. With optional speech module, MAGIC speaks documents, web pages, dialogs, menus, and includes typing echo, so you can hear what you type. Mouse echo reads words as you point to them with your mouse. Duxbury Software The easy to use BRAILLE Translator/Word Processor that includes Nemeth Math Braille Translation, direct support for WordPerfect & MS Word, Braille translation for French, Spanish, and other languages and more. It will allow you to create highly accurate braille for textbooks, office memos and more, even if you don’t know braille. Translates braille to print and print to braille. Featuring Textbook layout, American computer braille code, bidirectional grade 1 and grade 2 translation, Six-key chording technology, easy to use interface compatible with speech output & refreshable braille displays, and more. Unlimited technical support by tel, fax, Email, etc. Windows version works in Win 3.X, Win 95 and Windows NT. Site Licenses and upgrades also available. 12 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] A full-fledged screen reader that provides innovative access to mobile devices powered by the Pocket PC and Pocket PC Phone editions of the Windows Mobile® operating system. Allowing navigation of the interface and use of applications on mainstream personal digital assistants (PDAs) and PDA phone hybrid devices, Mobile Speak Pocket (MSP) brings portable computing for the blind and visually impaired to a new level of accessibility. Enjoy unparalleled access to the applications on a Pocket PC device including, but not limited to, Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, File Explorer, Pocket Internet Explorer, Messaging for both SMS and e-mail, Pocket MSN Messenger, PPC Phone application, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Windows Media Player. DAILY LIVING ASSISTIVE PRODUCTS Braille Talking Watch 4 Alarm Talking Watch, Date & Stopwatch (4 button) Announces the time and date, the elapsed time when using the stop-watch and up to 4 reminders a day by speaking the time and chiming. A Braille watch, a low vision watch, and a talking watch, all rolled into one. Wall Clock Large numbers and hands on a white background are the ingredients for an easy-to-see clock. Numbers measure about 3/4" high. A good size for a small room or to put next to one's desk, it has a black plastic frame. Uses one "AA" battery (NI) 13 Economy Quartet Magnifier Set This affordable set includes 4 magnifiers with acrylic lenses in a range of powers. The 5x and 2x models are illuminated Cell phone pop up magnifier A 2x lens is framed by a rubber frame and flexible bad that fits around just about any size cell phone and even cordless phones. Nail clipper with magnifying lens Prevents nails from spreading all over the place. Enlarges approximately 2 times Full Page Magnifier These full-page Fresnel magnifiers are ideal for looking at small print in phone books, instructions, reading maps or hobby work. This version is the framed model. The lenses on all models measure 7" x 10". Includes a 60-day warranty against defects 14 Cell phone magnifying lens This product for the visually impaired allows you to take advantage of today's modern cell phones. It's also known as a Phone Monocle because it enlarges the display on a cell phone as if you were looking at it through a monocle. A 2X lens is framed in rubber and a flexible band fits around just about any size cell phone. Since the band stretches, it even fits on many portable phones. Not only does the lens increase the size of the letters by about 2 times, but the rubber frame and band makes it easier to hold onto the cell phone. The Phone Monocle is an affordable and unique low vision aid. The lens measures approx. 1" X 1.5". The solid frame measures approx. 1.5" X 1.75" and the rest is a stretchy translucent rubber bandlike material. Typoscope Reading often becomes easier when the area of interest is highlighted. This heavy plastic guide (7.5 x 5.5 inch) has 2 windows that show only the lines of print being read. Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] Pill Organiser with 4 alarms This small 4" x 2.75" pill holder, clock and timer is exceptionally easy to use. It has 4 pill compartments, well marked large setting buttons, a back light and a secure cover. Up to 4 alarms can be set to go off daily and the pattern of the beeps indicates which compartment contains the pills for that time. It has a 24 hour clock so there is no confusion with whether it is AM or PM. The unit can also be used as an alarm clock. Deluxe Pill Splitter Now when the doctor says 'Take half a tablet', you can follow his directions precisely with no mess or bother. Even those with arthritic fingers, trembling or impaired vision can use the pill splitter safely. Simply place the pill on the self-centering platform, lower the lid and press lightly. Fits into pocket or purse. Not returnable Liquid Indicator When liquid reaches .75" from the top of the cup, a lovely tune is sounded. EZ Fill liquid Alarm A bright red, small (2.25 inches x 1.25 x .75 ) gadget that buzzes to indicate that a liquid has reached about 1 inch from the top of the container. Uses three 1.5 volt LR44 batteries (included) Boil Alert A safety device that everyone should have in his or her home, the Boil Alert is a 3 1/2" heat-resistant glass disk designed to be put in a pot when heating liquids. When the liquid starts to boil the Boil Alert begins to rattle against the bottom, thus alerting the user to turn off the heat. It is effective for both the visually impaired as well as the hearing impaired. 15 Can Weigh Talking Kitchen Scale A small, easy to use, accurate and affordable talking kitchen scale that can be used by anyone who wants to weigh food in either grams or ounces. It has a 6 lb 10 oz or 3000 grams weight capacity. You turn it on, and after it speaks 'Hello' and 'I'm ready' you can place the food on the stainless steel platform or in the plastic bowl. A pleasant lady's voice announces the grams or ounces. There is a tare function if you want the weight of the food excluding the bowl. An easily replaceable 9-volt battery is included. The platform measures 9 x 6 x 1 inches. Superior Talking Scale with a Male Voice Weighs up to 440 lbs. (200 kg.) and has a large white 14.5" x 11" platform. A tactile design on the black colored surface guides your feet to the optimal position. Uses 4 "AA" batteries Deluxe Talking Pedometer Talking Blood Pressure MeterSpecially designed to meet the needs of those with low vision who must regularly check their blood pressure, this unit announces blood pressure and pulse rate. Arm cuff inflates and deflates automatically. Kit includes meter with standard adult size arm cuff (fits circumference 7.5" to 12.5"), plus large print and audio cassette instructions. A sleek case with ergonomically designed buttons to set and activate the talking functions. Measures only 2 inches x 1.5 x .50, has a sturdy belt clip and an easy to open battery compartment. A great gift for walkers who want to know, at the push of a button, without looking, how far they have walked. When the speaker button is pushed, a voice announces the number of steps walked and the total distance in miles. A tune can be activated which plays at the same tempo as your walking pace. The pedometer also has a talking clock and alarm with a choice of 4 different alarm sounds: beep, rooster crowing, cuckoo and a melody. Comes with a replaceable CR2025 lithium battery. 16 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] Glo in the Dark Strips and Dots These items are fabricated with a material that stores the light from ambient light and then glows in the dark, when you need to find the item. Stripes and Dots includes re-stick strips and dots that can be placed on stairs, table corners, light switches etc. to glow in the dark. Having these on stairs or on the floor leading to the bathroom guides you at night. Also, placing them on corners of furniture can reduce the black and blue marks you get as you bump against furniture at night. EZ Self Threading Needles Three different sized slit eye needles for every need. The thread is stretched across a guiding slot at the top of the eye and then pulled into the eye without having to locate the tiny hole. These self-threading needles will let you continue doing small mending jobs without resorting to magnifiers to thread the needle. Liquid Stitch Repair hems, trims, attach patches using this clear-drying adhesive. 2 fluid ounce bottle Self Threading Needles Assorted slit eye needles. Thread is stretched across slot at end of needle, and then pulled into the eye. Package of 6 needles 48 Self Threading Needles A large collection for the avid sewer. The thread is stretched across a guiding slot at the top of the eye and then pulled into the eye without having to locate the tiny hole. These selfthreading needles will free you from any eye strain ever again!! 17 Kidde Wireless Interconnect Smoke Alarm The Kidde Wireless Smoke Alarm enables families to quickly and easily install an interconnected smoke alarm system throughout their home without any messy wiring or labour. The battery-powered units are linked so that when one alarm sounds, it will trigger all to sound. In addition to providing protection to any room in your home, the Wireless Smoke Alarm also can be placed in a detached workshop or shed and linked into the home’s system. - Requires 3 AA batteries - A maximum of 24 Kidde devices can be interconnected - Test button: it is important to test the entire smoke alarm system regularly to ensure everything is working properly 18 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] LEISURE & SPORTS PRODUCTS CAN -DO Ball Goal Ball with Bell This ball meets the International Specifications for playing the game. It is 9.5" in diameter and weighs 2.75 pounds. A ball for any game that involves bouncing or throwing a ball and locating it by following its ringing bell Jumbo Playing cards with Braille Jumbo 1 inch number index playing cards with Braille. Cards are plastic coated. EZC Playing cards Not only were these playing cards especially designed for easy viewing, they were tested and highly approved by individuals with visual impairments. Chess and Checker Board The black and white squares on this lovely plastic board provide a very sharp contrast, plus the white squares are lower than the black for tactual differentiation, and to keep pieces from sliding around the board. A hole in each square accommodates pegged chess pieces. Dominoes 28 double six. Plastic with metal spinners Dominoes measure 1"x2" with indented or raised dots. 19 Tactile Start Again Po-Ke-No (Board Game) This game of chance is a good introduction to colour and number recognition. Two to four players throw the die to manoeuvre their pegs into the safe zone. The pegs are tactually differentiated, and the bright colours of the board zones are easy to distinguish. A great game to play with children. Backgammon Get together with your friends to play this fun, undemanding, yet stimulating board game. Up to 12 players from 6 years of age and up can "have a blast" covering the cards on their boards and hoping to be the first to complete a row. The winner becomes the next dealer. The letters, symbols and numbers on the boards measure over .5" in height and are easy to see as are the calling cards. Included are 12 game boards, 200 game chips, Po-Ke-No Cards and game rules for the five variations of play. Blind Athletes Rope Battleship with Braille This popular game has been specially modified with Braille markings to facilitate identification of target locations, allowing everyone in the family to get in on the action. It is a game of strategy that will provide hours of fun and mental stimulation for friends and family. It's another example of how products for the blind are helping to bridge the gap. Show Down Ball with bats. The board design is textured, there are holes to hold the pieces and each set of pieces is a different shape. Specialised blind sports products such as show down tables can be made on request. Do not hesitate to contact us for advice. 20 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] SERVICES Inclusive of the products is a service package that enables people with special needs achieve their full potential and there by improve their life quality. 1. Braille Transcription Services ESUL has the equipment and staff expertise to translate any document into braille in different formats in form of minutes, textbooks, training manuals, student notes, pamphlets and other literature. Our clients include individuals, institutions, governmental and non-governmental organisations. Documents can be sent online, embossed and delivered on time. It is advisable to forward your materials a few days in advance for a good job. 2. Audio Books and Transcription Services ESUL converts printed materials into the audio formats in form of recorded CDs. These can both be used by those with and without visual impairments. Recorded text often is less expensive, highly portable, easy to store as compared to embossed or printed material. 3. Repair and Maintenance Services We supply, maintain and service Braille producing equipment such as Perkins braillers, braille embossers (Index and Braillo). Our service and maintenance team has been equipped with maintenance skills from Index Sweden and Braillo Norway. In collaboration with NCBSA-South Africa, Perkins braillers too are repaired in the region. 4. Research & Documentation In a bid to strengthen ESUL's capacity as both product and service provider in the country and region at large, ESUL conducts research and documents findings. The research can be individual or group focused on disability issues. 21 5. Mobility & Orientation Training ESUL offers User-centred individualised training in Orientation and mobility, (O&M). The objective is to enhance the independence of the blind individual by having her/him learn to travel safely and independently. The skills taught include orientation techniques when using the orientation whitecane, a guide and/or identification cane. Depending upon the needs of the client, the ESUL instructor may work on crossing streets/roads, using public transportation, mobility to the place of learning, work, worship, entertainment, the shopping mall, market, etc. Our O &M team can also train corporate/business personnel blind management skills and provide accessibility and other special needs related consultancy. 22 Visit Vi it Our O W Website: b it www.esulservices.com l i To Order Call: +256 414 289151 Fax: +256 414 289151 Email: [email protected] T E X T BOOKS AND OTHE R D O C UM ENT S AV AI LAB LE I N B R AI LLE Text Books • Nile English Course Book 5 and 6 • MK English Book 3. • MK English Book 5. • MK English Book 6. • MK Agriculture Book 4. • MK Agriculture Book 6. • MK SST Book 6. • MK Integrated Science Book 4. • MK Integrated Science Book 6 Other Documentations • UN Convention on the rights of the Disabled • PWD's act 2006 • Human Rights Convention • Constitution of Uganda. 23 PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION Locally, ESUL collaborates with organisations of/ for people with visual impairment and other disabilities. It also works hand in hand with training institutions, schools, rehabilitation organisations and other stake holders. Internationally ESUL collaborates directly with product manufacturers, suppliers and specialist service providers. Client at ESUL checks transcribed material. Client receives final products (textbooks transcribed by ESUL). PHYSICAL ADDRESS & LOCATION ENABLING SERVICES (U) LTD P.O BOX 26179 Kampala Uganda Plot 5 Essex Gardens Kyambogo Lower Estate. 24