Verified Nov 2026
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Carmel, Indiana
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Since 1972
BraunAbility manufactures wheelchair-accessible vans, wheelchair lifts, adaptive seating, and securement products for people with mobility disabilities. The company is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, United States, and was founded in 1972. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is estimated to have revenue between $1 billion and $5 billion. BraunAbility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patricia Industries, part of the Investor AB Group, and serves the automotive, industrial equipment, and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, it unveiled an all-electric wheelchair-accessible taxi concept for New York together with Kia.
BraunAbility at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Carmel, Indiana
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
75
Industries
Automotive
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
75
Named foreign suppliers
5
Top origins
Belgium · Germany · Sweden · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from BraunAbility.
What this tells a buyer
No customs trade data is available for BraunAbility, but in June 2026 it was reported to be moving from its original Winamac, Indiana garage into a new manufacturing facility in Leiters Ford.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and lists interior and assembly work among its products and capabilities.
BraunAbility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patricia Industries, is a privately held company, and lists Toyota as a reported customer.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
54 years in operation (founded 1972).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
BraunAbility manufactures wheelchair-accessible vans, wheelchair lifts, adaptive seating, and securement products for people with mobility disabilities. The company is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, United States, and was founded in 1972. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is estimated to have revenue between $1 billion and $5 billion. BraunAbility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patricia Industries, part of the Investor AB Group, and serves the automotive, industrial equipment, and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, it unveiled an all-electric wheelchair-accessible taxi concept for New York together with Kia.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1972 |
Headquarters | Carmel, Indiana |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What BraunAbility makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and lists interior and assembly work among its products and capabilities.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Interior, Assembly (source: braunability.com).
Certifications
BraunAbility is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — braunability.com
ISO 14001 — braunability.com
ISO 9001 — braunability.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs trade data is available for BraunAbility, but in June 2026 it was reported to be moving from its original Winamac, Indiana garage into a new manufacturing facility in Leiters Ford. US customs bill-of-lading records list 75 inbound shipments across 5 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Sweden · Netherlands.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Toyota — reported by braunability.com
Latest developments
2026-08-31 — BraunAbility NEMT Vehicle Arrives in Canada | Humberview Mobility (humberviewmobility.com)
2026-08-31 — BraunAbility is teaming up with Homes For Our Troops, TOYOTA RACING and TRICON Garage in Rebuilding Lives Through Mobility, a nationwide initiative that will provide six Veterans with a wheelchair accessible BraunAbility … | BraunAbility (linkedin.com)
2026-08-24 — BraunAbility Introduces LiftSentinel™: An Aftermarket Lift Barrier for Commercial Wheelchair Lifts |
BraunAbility (braunability.com)2026-06-08 — From a garage in Winamac to a new manufacturing facility in Leiters Ford, BraunAbility's story is a reminder that some of the most impactful innovations start close to home. | WHIN (linkedin.com)
2026-04-01 — Kia and BraunAbility Unveil an All-Electric Wheelchair-Accessible Taxi Concept for New York (kiamedia.com)
2025-12-23 — Wheelchair-Accessible Van Case Study | Signicast (signicast.com)
Facilities
BraunAbility is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. Public sources also reference these locations:
Winamac, Indiana — braunability.com
Company details
BraunAbility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patricia Industries, is a privately held company, and lists Toyota as a reported customer. BraunAbility was founded in 1972, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 54 years in operation (founded 1972). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does BraunAbility do?
BraunAbility manufactures wheelchair-accessible vans, wheelchair lifts, adaptive seating, and securement products for people with mobility disabilities. The company is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, United States, and was founded in 1972. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is estimated to have revenue between $1 billion and $5 billion. BraunAbility is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patricia Industries, part of the Investor AB Group, and serves the automotive, industrial equipment, and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, it unveiled an all-electric wheelchair-accessible taxi concept for New York together with Kia.
Where is BraunAbility headquartered?
BraunAbility is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana (645 W Carmel Dr, Carmel, Indiana, 46032-2569).
When was BraunAbility founded?
BraunAbility was founded in 1972.
How big is BraunAbility?
BraunAbility has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does BraunAbility hold?
BraunAbility lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does BraunAbility import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 75 inbound shipments for BraunAbility, with top origins including Belgium · Germany · Sweden · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 833-590-1325
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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