Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd. Debuts Lightweight Carbon Fiber Electric Wheelchair at 2025 Shanghai International Elderly Care, Assistive Devices & Rehabilitation Expo, Ushering in a New Era of Age-Friendly Mobility
June 11, 2025, Booth F52, Hall W4, Shanghai New International Expo Centre – As a leading domestic electric wheelchair manufacturer, Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd. today unveiled its newly developed lightweight carbon fiber electric wheelchair at the 19th Shanghai International Elderly Care, Assistive Devices & Rehabilitation Expo (referred to as the ''Shanghai Elderly Care Expo''). Running from June 11 to 13, the expo has attracted over 500 global well-being industry enterprises. Under the theme ''Technology Empowers Age-Friendly Mobility,'' Guangdong Dayang is showcasing its innovative solutions through product displays, interactive experiences, and technical exchanges, aiming to deliver ''lighter, safer, and freer'' mobility options to the industry and users.
Shanghai Elderly Care Expo: A Global Benchmark for the Well-Being Industry, Witnessing Dayang’s Innovation Journey
Since its launch in 2000, the Shanghai Elderly Care Expo has grown into a top global commerce and information platform for the well-being industry. According to official expo data, the 2025 edition spans 46,000 square meters, covering six key sectors including elderly care services, rehabilitation medicine, and assistive devices, with an expected attendance of over 65,000 professional visitors and 30,000 consumer attendees. As a key event of Shanghai’s ''55 Shopping Festival,'' this year’s expo also features a ''Silver Life Festival,'' focusing on age-friendly consumption scenarios and driving deeper integration of the ''silver economy'' with technology.
''The Shanghai Elderly Care Expo is not just a window to showcase products, but also a stage to listen to user needs and collaborate with industry partners to explore trends,'' said Huang Zehui, General Manager of Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd., at the expo site. ''With China’s population aged 60 and above exceeding 300 million, the elderly’s demand for mobility tools has evolved from ‘functional’ to ‘user-friendly’—lightweight portability, safety, comfort, and smart convenience are now core priorities. The carbon fiber electric wheelchair we’re presenting today is a technological breakthrough addressing these pain points.''
From Aluminum to Carbon Fiber: A Revolution in ''Lightweight'' Design
At Guangdong Dayang’s booth in Hall W4, a carbon fiber electric wheelchair drew crowds of visitors for hands-on experience. This seemingly ordinary wheelchair hides cutting-edge technology: its frame is made of aviation-grade carbon fiber composite material. The entire vehicle weighs only 13.5kg (including the battery), which is 35% lighter than traditional aluminum electric wheelchairs (approximately 21kg). With folded dimensions of 64cm×27cm×75cm, it can easily fit into car trunks or be checked in for air travel, truly enabling ''spontaneous mobility.''
''Lightweight design isn’t just about reducing weight—it directly impacts battery life and user experience,'' explained Huang Zehui, who also serves as the R&D Director. ''Thanks to the lightweight properties of carbon fiber, this wheelchair can travel up to 15km on a single charge, with a maximum speed of 6km/h, meeting the daily needs of elderly users for grocery shopping, community activities, and even short outings.''
Beyond its lightweight advantage, carbon fiber’s ''high strength'' and ''high durability'' are also core strengths. Data shows that carbon fiber’s tensile strength is 7-9 times that of aluminum, allowing this wheelchair to support a maximum load of 136kg—accommodating a broader range of users. Additionally, carbon fiber outperforms metal in corrosion resistance and fatigue resistance, maintaining structural stability even after long-term exposure to rain, chemicals, or UV rays, thus significantly reducing maintenance costs.
Details Reflect Care: Upgrading from a ''Tool'' to a ''Lifelong Companion''
In the experience zone, multiple elderly visitors tested the carbon fiber electric wheelchair. At 72, Aunt Zhang, guided by staff, folded the wheelchair in 3 seconds and exclaimed, ''My old wheelchair was heavy and cumbersome—I always needed my son’s help to load it into the car. This one I can carry myself! It’ll make going to the park for chess or community activities so much easier!''
Beyond lightweight design, Guangdong Dayang has prioritized ''safety'' and ''comfort'' through meticulous details:
Smart Control: Supports one-click folding via wireless remote control, paired with an electromagnetic braking system that halts the wheelchair instantly when released. It automatically slows on slopes to prevent rolling.
All-Terrain Adaptability: Glides smoothly over gravel roads, grass, and other complex terrains.
User-Centric Features: A six-layer shock absorption system (combining honeycomb tires and spring suspension) paired with a breathable mesh seat cushion ensures a smooth ride even on bumpy roads.
''We aim to create not just a ‘mobile tool,’ but a ‘wheelchair that understands users,’'' emphasized Huang Zehui. ''Every detail, from material selection to functional design, is based on research into the real needs of elderly users—they deserve not a ‘cold tool,’ but a ‘companion’ that accompanies them in exploring life and preserving dignity.''
Industry Recognition & User Praise: Backed by Data
Since its limited trial launch in August 2024, the DY01126 carbon fiber electric wheelchair has received over 98% positive user feedback. Mr. Chen from Chengdu, who tested the wheelchair with his father, shared: ''Last week, I took Dad to Suzhou for a trip. We folded the wheelchair and checked it in for the flight—battery life lasted all day. Dad said it’s more comfortable than his old wheelchair, with no jolts on bumpy roads. As his child, I feel much more at ease.''
In the industry, this wheelchair’s technological innovation has also earned professional acclaim. At the ''International Rehabilitation Assistive Devices Development Summit Forum'' held alongside the expo, Guangdong Dayang’s carbon fiber lightweight solution was highlighted by experts as a ''benchmark case in age-friendly mobility.'' Analysts note that with the rollout of policies such as the ''Opinions on Developing the Silver Economy to Enhance Elderly Well-Being,'' China’s lightweight carbon fiber wheelchair market is projected to exceed RMB 1 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.4%. Guangdong Dayang’s product is poised to lead this segment.
The Future is Here: Guarding ''Silver Freedom'' with Technology
''Through this expo, we aim not only to showcase products but to convey a vision—the ultimate goal of age-friendly technology is to enable the elderly to ‘go farther and live more vibrantly,’'' said Huang Zehui. Guangdong Dayang has already initiated R&D for the next generation of carbon fiber wheelchairs, which will integrate AI obstacle avoidance, health monitoring, and other smart features to further enhance user experience.
As of press time, the 2025 Shanghai Elderly Care Expo has entered its second day (June 12), and Guangdong Dayang’s booth (Hall W4, F52) continues to attract a steady stream of professional visitors and consumers. The expo will run until 15:00 on June 13, and the company warmly invites industry partners and users to visit, experience, and witness the ''carbon fiber era'' of age-friendly mobility.
About Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
Founded in 2009, Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in the R&D, production, and sales of electric wheelchairs, having served over 90 countries worldwide. Committed to the mission ''Technology Empowers Age-Friendly Life,'' the company has launched smart folding wheelchairs, all-terrain wheelchairs, and other products, and has been repeatedly recognized as a ''China Rehabilitation Assistive Devices Industry Innovation Brand.''