A fixed hoist which attaches to Access Dingy's Pontoon System or other applications to transfer a person with a disability into or out of a boat. The swivelling stainless steel davit is slotted into a PVC sleeve (bush) which is permanently attached to the wharf / pontoon. The LAYLAH manually operated wind up lifter is attached to the davit with customised lengths of cable and is used with a custom made sling, transfer seat or webbing straps on the life jacket.
A compact battery powered overhead track hoist for mounting on various rail systems. Traversing can either by battery or manually operated. Features an emergency lowering "parachute" cord. Load capacity is 175kg.
Guldmann GH2F is a battery operated flexible lifting module, which can be moved from one overhead track system to another. A lifting strap raises and lowers the hoist from / to a transport trolley. This eliminates manual lifting for installation and removal from the overhead track. The trolley is used to transfer the hoist between rooms. The lifting capacity is either 200 or 250kg, depending on model choice.
A range of battery powered hoists. May be used to lift and transfer a person from a seated or lying position, or to and from the floor. Able to transfer the user either suspended in a sling or a "Body Support System". A range of models is available including; fixed track, wall mounted and traverse systems. A self lifting option is available.
An adaptable overhead track system that may be used in conjunction with an electric or manual hoist and sling. The system may be used to transfer a person from bed to wheelchair or to bathroom etc. A wide choice of track layouts are available including curves and runway switches. Hangers on lubricated ball bearings are available with ring, hook, swivel hook or shackle.
A vertical lift hoist mounted on a fixed steel support, that utilises an articulated swing arm to provide reach range. When not in use the unit folds back into cabinetry mounted on the wall. Four models available, depending on type of installation required.
A lightweight portable ceiling mounted hoist. Can be used independently by the user or with the assistance of a carer to transfer from bed to wheelchair / toilet shower etc. There is one model with snap in rechargeable battery pack or DC motor driven.
Freespan is an aluminium portable overhead lifting system consisting of three components: a rail with a prefitted carriage and two uprights. The Freespan has a lifting capacity of 200kg, and is available in rail spans from 2.0m to 5.5m. Choice of fixed or portable lift motors.
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