Bradley’s universal changing stations make high-occupancy public restrooms more accessible, per 2024 IBC
June 6, 2025 — Bradley Corp., a provider of advanced commercial restroom solutions, has introduced its Universal Changing Table. Designed to improve accessibility and inclusivity in public restroom spaces, this enhanced solution is designed for individuals with mobility challenges and their caregivers, setting a new standard for universal public restroom accommodations.
With a weight capacity of up to 500 pounds and an easily adjustable height feature, Bradley’s Universal Changing Table provides a safe, accessible and hygienic experience for adults and children who require assistance with toileting, as well as their caregivers. The convenient, foldable design maximizes space efficiency in restrooms, making it an ideal feature for establishments such as healthcare facilities, airports, shopping centers and other public venues committed to providing inclusivity.
Restrooms in public facilities have long presented challenges for individuals with mobility challenges and those who care for them. Our Universal Changing Table is designed to safely address the growing demand for accessible facilities that prioritize comfort, safety and dignity for all users.
Jon Dommisse, vice president of Business Development and Strategy at Bradley
Designed for durable, reliable and safe operation
Reinforced with durable stainless-steel construction and advanced craftsmanship, the ADA-compliant Universal Changing Table is specifically designed to assist individuals in wheelchairs, elderly individuals and older children and adults with mobility challenges. Bradley’s model is reportedly the only unit designed, engineered, assembled and manufactured in the USA using domestic and international parts.
Key product features include:
- Adjustable height: Allows users or caregivers to easily lower or raise the table with span of 16 inches to 39 inches
- Heavy-duty support: Accommodates a wide range of body types, with 500-pound capacity
- Smooth and safe operation: Surface-mounted with two control buttons allowing for smooth opening and closing of the table. When the table is occupied, and it detects nearby obstructions, the auto stop feature will stop moving the table downward and move it upwards. Also includes a soft-plunge tray, indicator lights and sound warning for added safety. Certified to UL 962
- Hygienic materials: Bacteria resistant and free of added chemicals, the easy-to-clean unit features a 304 brushed stainless steel shroud, vacuum-formed ABS changing surface with a powder-coated steel frame.
- Flexible design: Engineered to mount to most existing walls. Convenient electrical wall plug-in feature
Identifying mobility challenges in public restrooms
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 61 million – or one in four – Americans live with disabilities, many of whom face daily obstacles in public facilities. Legislation is growing for universal changing stations, with the International Building Code (E142-21) now requiring them in a number of public facilities in the United States in its 2024 update.
The introduction of Bradley’s Universal Changing Table aims to bridge this accessibility gap, encouraging businesses and institutions to create more inclusive environments.
Jon Dommisse
According to Changing spaces campaign / International Building Code:
Where will adult changing tables be required?
The following locations will be required to install universal changing tables, according to the 2024 International Building Code.
- Assembly and mercantile locations that require a total of six or more male and female water closets. (Including, but not limited to movie theaters, concert halls, banquet halls, casinos, swimming pools, lecture halls, museums, places of worship, arenas, skating rinks, stadiums, amusement parks, airports, department stores, shopping malls, etc.)
- College or university business occupancies, where an aggregate of 12 or more male and female water closets/urinals are provided on any floor in a building.
- Elementary and high school educational occupancies with an assembly use, where 6 or more male and female water closets is required for that assembly use. (e.g., high school basketball gymnasiums where the number of occupants in the seating would require six or more water closets).
For more information, visit Bradley Corp. Universal Changing Table.