Equipment can be purchased on a trial basis and consumers can receive a full refund or exchange for an alternative piece of equipment if a device is unsuitable.
Deaftech also advises on making buildings or services accessible to deaf and hard of hearing people with the use of Induction Loop Systems and fire alarms etc.

Shake Awake
The Shake Awake is a compact vibrating alarm clock suitable for travel. It is a battery-operated clock requiring no separate vibrator pad or wires. This alarm clock is placed under the pillow and makes a pulsing vibration or audible sound when the alarm goes off. Has an eight-minute snooze function.

Bellman Visit Alarm Clock
A mains powered alarm clock designed exclusively for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. The clock face produces a series of bright flashes and/or audible alarms with a variable tone. As well as being able to connect to two vibrating pads, the Bellman alarm clock can also connect to the telephone socket and can be used with the Bellman visit paging system. Has a snooze function.

Time Flash
The Timeflash is a compact mains powered flashing Alarm clock. When the alarm goes off the clocks bright flashing light is activated. It is bright enough even to be seen in daylight. A vibrating pillow pad can also be used with the Timeflash.

Wake n' Shake Jumbo Alarm
The Wake ’n’ Shake is a mains powered digital alarm clock with a large 2” visual display, a strobe light and vibrating pad. The bright 2” display makes it easy to read the time day or night. You can also connect it to your telephone to alert you to incoming telephone calls whilst you sleep. The clock also has a battery back-up facility and a snooze facility.

Vibrating Alarm Pillow (VC10)
The VC10 is a stylish battery powered alarm clock with a vibrating pad to place under your pillow or mattress. This easy to read analogue clock has a backlight, a snooze facility and the option to have the audible alarm turned on or off. All batteries supplied.

Triple Tell Timer
At last: a timer suitable for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. This is useful for cooking, exercise, etc. You can choose a sound, flashing or vibrating alert after you have set your requirements. Small enough to fit in your pocket, clipped to a belt or stood upright using its built-in stand or magnet.

Vibralite 3 (Vibrating wrist watch)
The Vibralite 3 has a vibrating alarm with two settings. There is a coundown timer which will give you reminders at preset intervals. The alarm shuts off automatically after 20 seconds. Night time viewing is assisted by a luminescent back light. The watch is water resistant with a leather strap and stainless steel back.

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