Hands On Prosthetic Engineering

04/08/2020

HOPEfully, everyone knows the work we do as a non-profit organization to 3D print hands for children. You may not know for this time of need we have shifted our mission and resources to produce 3D printed emergency medical supplies, such as face-shields, for those in need. We are already producing a small amount with what we have operating 24/7, but we can do more. So we are conducting a drive to raise funding to increase our production, raise awareness, and find connections with those in need. If you could take a minute to read our story and share it with others, we would appreciate it greatly. Stay home and stay safe!

Hands On Prosthetic Engineering is a non profit company that 3D prints custom prosthetic devices for veterans and children in need at no cost to them.

12/03/2019

Hello all! As many of you may know, it is and all donations today will be matched by facebook! Any amount goes towards our mission of helping to provide life changing, customized prosthetic devices for children and veterans at no cost to them! In order for us to continue providing the devices at no cost to our clients we need your help! If you are able to donate or share this post, your effort will go a long way to helping change someones life! Thank you for all of your support!

04/01/2019

Happy April Everyone 🌸 did you know April is limb loss awareness month? Show us your support by wearing orange this month and tag us to win a prize 🧡

03/05/2019

Pictured above is our newest Hulk Hands**

Did you know that on average one prosthetic device costs $5,000-$50,000 to create? These devices are also also created for those with traditional amputations/ deformities. Many of our clients do not have traditional amputations/deformities and/or they need a task specific device that is not available else where. Our devices are custom designed for each client!

While some may have access these medical devices, the financial burden it can put on families is extreme. Some amputees will receive grants to help pay for their devices however, many will not. HOPE’s devices are free to each child and veteran and cost approximately $20-$50 to create. By 3D printing we can drastically cut costs and help ease the financial worry!

*disclaimers: 1. these are for full grown adults without an amputation/deformity and it contains a grip bar, does not display accurate sizing for our clients. 2. We do not own any rights to the name hulk hands*

02/15/2019

Welcome to Hands On Prosthetic Engineering's non profit page! HOPE 3D prints prosthetic and adaptive devices for children and veterans at no cost to them! CHeck out the video below to get a glimpse of what we do!

Each of our designs are custom to each client. Many of our clients do not have a traditional amputation or deformity and thus standard prosthetic devices are not compatible for them. While some of our designs are altered from a basic design, most of our client's prosthesis are brand new designs that are custom to them and their needs. Some of our veterans have prosthetics provided by the Veterans Association but our work provides them assistive devices that make using their device easier and allows them to perform more tasks!

Follow us on facebook, instagram , and check out our website - www.handsonhope.ngo

02/15/2019

Meet the Team!
Ashley Turner - Chief Logistics Officer

CW3 Turner has distinguished himself as an exceptional leader through his 20 years of service in the U.S. Army. CW3 Turner was born in Columbia, South Carolina and entered into the South Carolina Army National Guard on 11 Feb 1993. CW3 Turner culminated his outstanding career as one of two Army Combat Survivability instructors at the US Army Tactical Operations Officer School, Fort Rucker, AL. During his tenure with the Tactical Operations Officer School CW3 Turner trained more than 650 officers and re-wrote the Army’s curriculum in Combat Survivability and Electronic Warfare. His professionalism and life-long commitment to duty, honor, and country reflect great credit upon him, the Officer Corps and the United States Army. After retiring from the service, Ashley graduated from Midlands Technical College in Engineering Science and Entrepreneurism. Currently Ashley is a junior mechanical engineering major at the University of South Carolina. He serves as the Director of Logistics for HOPE and supports the communication between the student organization and the non-profit along with technical repairs for the printers. Ashley also teaches many of HOPE’s 3D printing courses.

02/15/2019

Meet the Team!
Andrew Super - Cofounder/ Chief Operations Officer

Andrew Super is a senior Interdisciplinary Studies Major who is graduating in May of 2019. He is combining his love for technology and business for his studies at the University of South Carolina. Born and raised in Mechanicsville, Virginia, Andrew grew up with a passion for technology and engineering. Andrew has always had an interest in assisting those less fortunate, which lead to founding Hands on Prosthetic Engineering. Andrew is the Co-President and Co-Founder of Hands On Prosthetic Engineering and the design process with the client is his favorite part of H.O.P.E. Andrew started H.O.P.E. to allow children to improve their quality of life. His hope is that H.O.P.E. will spread to nearby Universities and across the States to provide a network of connections for families.

02/15/2019

Meet the Team!
Abby Herschman - Cofounder/ Chief Executive Officer

Abby Herschman graduated from the University of South Carolina in December 2018. She was a Mechanical Engineering Major, Pre-Med, and Dance Minor during her time as an undergraduate student. Born and raised in Columbia, Maryland, Abby grew up as a competitive gymnast and late in high school transitioned to dance. Abby has always had an interest in engineering and medicine, which lead to founding Hands On Prosthetic Engineering. Abby is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of H.O.P.E. Seeing the reaction on client’s faces when they receive their prosthesis is the best part of H.O.P.E. for her. Abby started H.O.P.E. to allow children to gain confidence and provide devices to children and veterans who would otherwise not have a device. Her vision for the future is that H.O.P.E. will continue to grow and one day help children across the nation.