Frank Bod never imagined his small Dutch company would become the go-to supplier for wheelchair spoke guards across three continents. What started as a local manufacturing operation in the Netherlands has grown into an international powerhouse that produces over 10,000 wheelchair spoke guard sets annually—far outpacing competitors who typically offer only standard sizes and limited options.
Bergh Special Products has carved out a unique position in the medical equipment sector by solving a persistent industry problem: the lack of truly customizable wheelchair accessories. While most manufacturers stick to basic, one-size-fits-all products, Bod's company offers spoke guards tailored to exact specifications up to 600 mm, crafted from materials ranging from traditional polycarbonate to carbon fiber and acrylic varieties.
Breaking the Standardization Barrier
The wheelchair accessory market has long suffered from rigid standardization that fails to meet individual user needs. Bergh Special Products disrupts this pattern by maintaining in-house manufacturing capabilities that allow rapid customization without sacrificing quality control. Their product range includes some of the best wheelchair accessories for daily use, designed to match specific size, shape, and material requirements—a level of personalization that larger manufacturers often cannot economically justify..
"Accessibility is about empowering lives, not just selling products," explains Chief Innovation Officer Vladyslav Biletskyi, who joined the company to spearhead product development initiatives.
His team recently launched acrylic spoke guards, pushing beyond traditional safety accessories toward products that blend functionality with personal expression. This philosophy drives the company's expansion beyond basic protection into comprehensive mobility solutions.
The numbers tell a compelling story. While competitors struggle with limited product ranges, Bergh Special Products maintains the largest selection available globally. Their manufacturing capacity handles both bulk orders for wheelchair manufacturers and individual requests from end-users seeking specific modifications. This dual approach has allowed them to capture market share across different customer segments simultaneously.
Global Expansion in Wheelchair Accessories Through Local Expertise
Bergh Special Products currently serves clients spanning Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific regions. Strong footholds in Germany, the UK, Sweden, and Poland complement their Dutch home base, while growing markets in the USA, Japan, and Australia signal broader international acceptance. The company targets significant expansion into North America and Asia within the next twelve months.
Beyond spoke guards, the company produces approximately 2,000 wheelchair trays annually, each meeting international safety standards while maintaining the customization options that distinguish Bergh from competitors. These trays serve daily medical and personal use applications, from rehabilitation centers to individual homes, reinforcing the company's comprehensive approach to wheelchair accessories.
Environmental responsibility anchors their operational philosophy. Eco-friendly packaging and global reforestation support reflect growing sustainability expectations in medical equipment markets. Healthcare institutions increasingly prefer suppliers who balance product quality with environmental stewardship—a trend that positions Bergh Special Products favorably for future growth.
Redefining Industry Standards
Nearly 25 years of market presence has taught Bod valuable lessons about meeting diverse customer needs. Healthcare institutions require bulk reliability, while individual users seek products that reflect personal style and specific functional requirements. Bergh Special Products bridges this gap through flexible manufacturing systems that accommodate both volume production and individual customization requests.
The company's success stems from recognizing that wheelchair users deserve the same product variety available to other consumers. Rather than accepting industry limitations, Bod's team developed manufacturing processes that make customization economically viable. This capability has attracted partnerships with wheelchair manufacturers who previously struggled to offer accessory options beyond basic models.
Market dominance in wheelchair spoke guards provides a foundation for continued expansion into related products. The acrylic spoke guard line represents just the beginning of product diversification plans that could reshape how the industry thinks about wheelchair accessories. Frank Bod's vision of truly personalized mobility aids continues driving innovation that benefits users worldwide.
