Hygiene products, special footwear and clothing. What "Bellegprom" enterprises offer for people with disabilities
Products of enterprises of the "Bellegprom" concern, intended for providing disabled people with hygiene items, were presented at the exhibition before the meeting of the Republican Interdepartmental Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, chaired by Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Natalya Petkevich, reports BELTA correspondent. Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection Marina Artemenko noted that in addition to the meeting, domestic manufacturers are today presenting products oriented towards the needs of people with disabilities. "The main task today is to demonstrate the capabilities of domestic manufacturers in the production of hygiene products. To familiarize with them, first of all, public associations of disabled people. And also to consider the entire range of products manufactured, quality, assortment," she added. "Today, enterprises that cooperate with "Bellegprom" enterprises are also represented. In particular, this is our Belarusian Prosthetic and Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center. And today it presents both orthopedic and prophylactic footwear, which is in high demand in the market."
Marina Artemenko emphasized that a collection of clothing is presented at the exhibition. "This is clothing for disabled people, presented by the fashion center in cooperation with the "Slavyanka" enterprise. And this collection of clothing is specifically for wheelchair users. Of course, there are some features in the design of this clothing," she said.
Four manufacturers of the "Bellegprom" concern are currently involved in the production of goods intended for people with disabilities. Ryszarda Olizarowicz, founder of "Medvatfarm" LLC, which is the founder of "MedLen" LLC, spoke about the products manufactured by the enterprise. "These are personal hygiene products for children and adults. Among the new products are absorbent diapers with cotton and linen, completely natural. Instead of wood pulp, an absorbent layer of cotton and linen is used here. They do not clump. In addition, they are sterilized, which is very important. During manufacturing, anything can happen, so we sterilize them after production. Medical bed pads are also sterile.
Viktor Lakota, Director of SOAO "Perfume and Cosmetics Factory "Modum - Our Cosmetics," noted that his company produces, among other things, disposable hygienic underpads that can be used for both small children and adults requiring special care. "We make underpads of various sizes and absorbency levels. The composition uses a superabsorbent that turns liquid into gel. They are also used in medical institutions. We also make various packaging – from one underpad to 30 pieces," he said. "The raw materials used are mainly Belarusian-Russian. The product quality is certified in accordance with the requirements for products of this purpose in our country." "The product quality is good. We can supply these products to pharmacies and medical institutions. Mothers buy them for small children. We are constantly changing our product range, but after conducting tests. We are developing new types of products with increased absorbency," added Viktor Lakota.
Alexandrina Orlova, Director of OAO "Fashion Center," presented an adaptive clothing collection. "This is clothing designed specifically for wheelchair users. It is developed in accordance with the specifics of sitting. For example, to prevent wind from blowing in from below. An enlarged waistband is used. Additional zippers are created for ease of dressing and undressing. The shirt also has a zipper at the back, so it can be put on from the front, and the person assisting can fasten it at the back. Pockets, patch details, and zippers are designed considering the specifics of sitting in a wheelchair," she explained. "The color palette is also chosen considering the spring-summer collection and the wishes of wheelchair users themselves, who also wantto be fashionable, bright, and accentuating in our society. This is the first collection, a pilot project. We hope that it will continue to develop," added Alexandrina Orlova.
In addition, the exhibition also featured orthopedic footwear, which is individually designed by the Belarusian Prosthetic and Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center according to individual requests.