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Independence Technology L.L.C. has announced that it will cease sales and marketing of the iBOT® Mobility System in January 2009. The company says it remains committed to provide technical support and service to iBOT® Mobility System owners through the end of 2013, at which time the company expects to close. Current iBOT owners can call the Technical Support Center in the U.S. at (800) 463-3669 and in the U.K. at 0800 404-9605 anytime they have a question or require service for their device.
Despite significant, long-term investment by the company and acceptance of the iBOT® Mobility System, demand has not proven sufficient to create a sustainable market. A challenging reimbursement environment for innovative assistive technologies has been a factor in limiting demand. The company has said it believes the development and introduction of the iBOT® Mobility System has spurred innovation in the mobility market, and is grateful for the relationship that they have established with the disability community. The company believes that both the iBOT® 3000 and 4000 Mobility Systems have helped people with a range of disabilities achieve a new sense of freedom and independence.