Koala Kare Products, the world’s most recognizable brand of baby changing stations and commercial childcare products, is celebrating 35 years of providing parents and caregivers a safe, hygienic place to change their children in public establishments across the world.
Koala Kare developed the first commercial baby changing station in 1986 in response to a critical need parents and caregivers were experiencing: as they began to bring their children with them to public places more frequently, many were left to wonder where they could safely change their babies.
While the design of Koala Kare’s baby changing stations has evolved in the decades that have followed its first generation, many things remain the same for the brand, including its commitment to safety, compliance and keeping the needs of end-users at the forefront of product development.
“We took our time creating the new product platform, ensuring the needs of families using the product and the facilities providing them in their buildings, were met,” said Koala Childcare Brand Manager, Bonnie Yatkeman. “Feedback from focus groups and conversations with architects were key resources for the design and amenities provided.
“Our deep-drawn stainless-steel components are beautiful with a uniform grain and seamless. The product platform is unified in design elements including a unibody steel chassis that provides exceptional strength.”
Koala Kare conducted extensive research, including focus groups with end-users and collaboration with architects, to develop the next generation of baby changing stations – the KB300 platform. Throughout 2021, Koala has launched the new suite of products, which meet the needs of its varied customers by offering design-centric, aesthetically impressive products designed to withstand high traffic and function well in small spaces while offering a range of unique amenities for end users.
The KB300 platform includes eight new models with innovative functional upgrades and eye-catching designs. Features found throughout the platform include patron-friendly amenities like an external stainless steel bag hook to stow diaper bags off the floor and within reach, easy-to-use sanitary bed liner dispensers, and exclusive Microban® product protection. The KB300 line includes vertical and horizontal options, sleek stainless-steel units, modern matte black finishes, contemporary neutral shades, and even custom color requests to ensure there is a product that suits all public restroom designs.
For more information on the KB300 product line, visit https://www.koalabear.com/needs-met.
About Koala Kare Products
Koala Kare Products is the world’s most recognized brand of safe and innovative baby changing stations and commercial childcare products. Koala Kare Products is a privately held company headquartered in Centennial, CO, and a division of Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc. Now in its 35th year of operations, Koala Kare Products helps operators of public establishments equip their facilities to accommodate the needs of caregivers and their children. For more information, visit koalabear.com.
