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Rubber Band Applicator

November 4, 2013
Cost: Less than $10
Time Needed: Less than 1 hour
Skill Level: Beginner
Functional Abilities/Limitations: Difficulty in Handling and Fingering, Incoordination

About

This fixture is a simple, inexpensive way to hold envelopes while applying a rubber band. It works with most sizes of envelopes. Originally designed for legal size envelopes, but can be easily modified to be used with other sizes. Ideal for persons with cognitive or physical disabilities or persons utilizing only one hand.

PDF of Project Plans

  • ATS-Rubber-Band-Applicator
Josh PageOther
Categories:
Aids for Daily Living, Workplace

 

Tools Required

  • Basic woodworking tools

Materials Required

  • See plans

Safety Precautions

Wear safety glasses and hearing protection when operating power tools.

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About ATS

ATS is a community of people whose primary purpose is to enhance the availability of assistive technology devices. The independence and quality of life of people with disabilities and others with functional limitations are greatly increased with the use of assistive technology. Availability of assistive technology is currently limited to those devices which can be purchased and those fabricated on a custom basis. The limited size of the market often creates a significant barrier to the commercialization and availability of assistive technology devices. (Read more)

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