New reading machine for blind in Huddersfield

May 15 2010 Huddersfield Daily Examiner

NEW equipment to help blind people get more out of books is on the way to Huddersfield.

Kirklees Transcription Service in Huddersfield Library, will be launching SARA – a scanning and reading machine – on June 4.

The equipment is designed to help the blind and those with low vision to read printed materials.

By simply placing a document on the scanner and pressing a button, it will read aloud a range of materials, including mail and important documents in a crisp, clear, human-like voice. Headphones can also be worn for privacy.

The machine is available for public use from Wednesdays to Fridays from 9.30am to 12.30pm and at other times by appointment.