Technology for Good, Benefiting Seniors | Medest Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with West Lake Interactions and Professor Hanqing Jiang's Lab at West Lake University

On December 24, Zhejiang Medest Medical Device Co., Ltd. officially established a comprehensive strategic partnership with Professor Hanqing Jiang’s lab at Westlake University and Westlake Interaction Company. Guided by the shared vision of "Technology for Good, Benefiting Seniors," the three parties will jointly drive innovative advancements in the field of smart rehabilitation. They are committed to integrating cutting-edge technologies—such as new materials, AI-powered intelligence, and immersive interactive solutions—into key areas of elderly life, including daily living, mobility, and rehabilitation. This collaboration aims to make seniors' everyday routines more comfortable and convenient, truly demonstrating the transformative power of technology that puts people first—and delivering tangible benefits that enhance the well-being of our aging population.

Technology first, acting with kindness.

As a renowned enterprise in the field of smart home rehabilitation equipment, Medest has long been dedicated to the research, development, production, and sales of home-use rehabilitation devices. To date, the company has accumulated over 100 national patent applications and has earned prestigious certifications and accolades, including ISO 13485 Medical Device Quality System Certification, ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification, High-Tech Enterprise Certification, as well as FDA and CE approvals. In 2021, Medest was honored as a Smart Health & Elderly Care Demonstration Enterprise, officially approved by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, National Health Commission, and Ministry of Civil Affairs—and is also recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise by China’s science and technology authorities.

Currently, the company’s electric nursing beds have been named industry leader (TOP1) for five consecutive years in the domestic market, while its smart pressure-relief mats have claimed the industry’s No. 1 spot for two straight years. Meanwhile, ergonomic wheelchairs have consistently ranked among the top 5 in the industry, and the company’s multifunctional bathing chairs for seniors even hold the No. 1 position in the U.S. market. The company’s products are now exported to more than 50 countries worldwide, partnering with and supporting over one million elderly rehabilitation families.

West Lake Interaction boasts deep technological expertise and innovative capabilities in cutting-edge fields such as human-computer interaction and intelligent sensing, providing crucial technical support and industrialization solutions for the intelligent upgrade of home-based rehabilitation devices and elderly-friendly home care systems. Meanwhile, Professor Hanqing Jiang’s lab at West Lake University has achieved internationally recognized breakthroughs in pioneering areas like smart materials and flexible electronics, injecting powerful innovation momentum into this collaboration with its robust research strength.

Hand in hand, advancing together through industry-research collaboration.

Medest's representative warmly welcomed the delegation from West Lake Interaction and Professor Jiang Hanqing's lab at West Lake University, accompanying them on a tour of the company and its product showroom. During the visit, they highlighted Medest's evolution, showcasing the company's key product advantages and its clear corporate positioning. Medest has always been committed to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, striving to create products and services that deliver greater value—ultimately improving both home-based rehabilitation outcomes and overall well-being for older adults. We are confident that, through close collaboration with West Lake Interaction and Professor Jiang Hanqing's lab at West Lake University, we will soon introduce even more innovative smart solutions that benefit elderly communities in the years ahead.

Focus on strengths, co-create together

In the future, we will fully leverage our respective strengths, integrate resources, and jointly pursue product development in areas such as intelligent rehabilitation devices and home-based elderly care equipment. Building on our deep expertise in our respective fields, we will explore innovative applications of new materials, cutting-edge technologies, and artificial intelligence in real-life scenarios for seniors, addressing their essential daily needs and creating a bridge that fosters meaningful interactions between technology and older adults—ultimately bringing a brighter future to the aging population.