ABOUT US
We are Index Braille
We are driven to make an impact, rather than just being a manufacturer. We explain ourselves as purpose and value-driven, as we continually strive for improvement, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility.
INDEX BRAILLE
Your reliable solution
Index Braille is the world market leader when it comes to Braille embosser production. By continuously raising the technical level, Index Braille has made braille more accessible for people world wide.
OUR VALUES
Närodlat from within and out.
Our success is attributed to the collaborative efforts of our dedicated team in Gammelstad, Sweden. With a focus on human-centric design and a commitment to constant improvement, we’ve created an attractive and unique workplace.
We are driven to make an impact, rather than just being a manufacturer. We explain ourselves as purpose and value-driven, as we continually strive for improvement, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility.
Another description we like to use is that we are a “Närodlat” (locally sourced) business. We value and prioritize sustainable, local, practices. This is what we believe make our products so high end, from within and out.
OUR PRODUCTS
World class production
Our efficient, world-class production line is the result of collaborative efforts by all employees, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Guided by ‘The Index Way,’ our production design prioritizes the well-being of our workforce with a focus on ergonomic considerations.
SUSTAINABILITY
For a better tomorrow
Index Braille wants to contribute to a sustainable society. That’s why our electricity comes from renewable green energy sources such as solar, wind and water. We are committed to ensuring that all our electricity is always 100% fossil-free. All activities have an impact on the world around us, locally, regionally and internationally, from an environmental, social and economic perspective. The basis of our sustainability policy is therefore to:
- Achieve reduced environmental and climate impact thanks to the choice of our key components, where 95% comes from local suppliers in Sweden.
- Actively work with recycling and reducing waste.
- Use freight companies with the highest sustainability standards.
- Conduct active- and preventive work in our work environment with our employees in focus.
- Reduce our environmental impact by combining innovation, technology and efficiency.
- Work towards a sustainable and efficient use of energy and resources.
- Focus on ethically sustainable purchasing and investments.
OUR HISTORY
Over 40 years of development.
Index Braille started as a university project to develop a braille type writer with copy function in 1979. The inspiration to develop braille printers came from Mr Björn Löfstedt’s mother who became blind at the age of 32. Supported by Swedish Handicap organization, the project was successful. It was then ‘Polar Print Production’ (later “Index Braille AB”) was founded by Mr Björn Löfstedt and Mr Torvald Lundqvist in 1982. The first embossers were produced in Björns garage.
The path to becoming a global player was not without challenges. From our humble beginnings in 1984 to the introduction of the groundbreaking Everest-D V1 in 1992, our journey has been marked by relentless innovation. We introduced the first double-sided small printer, the Everest-D, and have continued to lead the way with features like double-sided braille embossing, sheet feeding for cut-sheet paper, and more. In 2016, our commitment to innovation reached new heights with the release of the V5 embosser line. This family of embossers not only takes the lead in braille technology but also emphasizes user-friendliness. With features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, increased speed, and remote support, V5 embossers represent the pinnacle of accessible technology. Developing with our technology over the years has helped us to continually move forward. So we in the end, can help others.
