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People, Places, Processes & Products that Influence the Supply Chain

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January 2010

Bariatric Product Focus
Bariatric extra long needles

Havel’s provides Bariatric needles up to 12" long. From pain management to biopsy needles Havel’s has the size and style you need for your bariatric patients. As the exclusive U.S. distributor for Hakko Medical, Japan, Havel’s has been providing safer specialty needles since 1981. Call (800) 638-4770, ext. 25 for a free sample.

Air transfer system

The HoverMatt Air Transfer System is an air-assisted lateral transfer and repositioning device that reduces the force required to move a patient. When inflated, the HoverMatt – and the patient – float on a cushion of air, so caregivers can safely transfer patients without lifting or straining, while providing patients with a safer and more comfortable transfer. The HoverMatt transfer mattress has no weight limit.

Solid seat folding wheelchair

ALCO Sales & Service offers an exclusive heavy-duty, extra-wide, solid seat Comfort Classic Wheelchair in its Bariatric product line. Up to 500 lbs. capacity, with a 3-in. padded solid seat, this wheelchair is more comfortable for an individual restricted to a wheelchair for long periods of time, and is ideal for Rehab and Therapy patients. Easier to transfer patients from wheelchair to bed. Available in 12 models with padded armrest, legrest and footrest. Folds up for convenient storage.

Havel’s Inc. HoverTech ALCO Sales & Service
Lateral patient transfer system

Encompass Group signed an agreement with Smart Medical Technology Inc. to be the exclusive U.S. sales and support source for the Liftaem safe-patient-handling system. The Liftaem system enables healthcare workers to easily transfer a patient from a bed to a stretcher or other surface on a single-patient-use inflatable mat – even when the patient weighs up to 1,000 lbs. The product features single-patient-use mats to help prevent cross-contamination.

Bariatric surgical instrument repair, sharpening & restoration
Spectrum Surgical Instruments provides complete surgical instrument repair, sharpening and restoration services. Any make, type or model can be completely refurbished in Spectrum’s state-of-the-art repair lab by their German-trained technicians. Spectrum is contracted with Premier, Amerinet, Broadlane, and Magnet, offering the lowest cost repair pricing in the industry at savings of up to 30% to 50%. Open 7 days per week, 365 days per year, Spectrum provides fast turnaround and emergency service.

Bariatric scale with digital height rod
Heavy-duty, yet lightweight, the 6857DHR bariatric scale’s balanced design makes it easy to move. With 800-lb capacity,  it is engineered specifically for weighing obese and unsteady patients. It features a 24" square, low-profile platform with non-skid surface and sturdy handrails. It displays height, weight, and BMI simultaneously. No keys to push, no operational sequences to memorize, it’s fully automatic. The 6857DHR is EMR-ready with its serial and USB ports. AC or battery power.

Encompass Group Spectrum Surgical Instruments DETECTO
Bariatric power-lift recliner

Winco’s Bariatric Power-Lift Recliner has a 600-pound weight capacity, electric-powered infinite positioning, and provides assistance to lift users to a standing position. A rugged steel frame and 3" dual locking casters provide equipment mobility. All electrical components are UL approved for medical use. The Bariatric Power-Lift Recliner is ideal for use in a variety of settings including pre & post-op, recovery room and acute care.

Bariatric transport chair

The STAXI-Maxi is a bariatric transport chair that has the same nestable, ergonomic, safety, maneuver-ability (zero turn radius), theft deterrent, storage and dependability advantages as the original STAXI transport chairs. Notably, the STAXI-Maxi has a 1,000-pound weight capacity.

Bariatric suspension boot

The Heelift Bariatric Suspension Boot offers all of the heel pressure ulcer prevention qualities of the Heelift Standard but is sized specifically for bariatric patients. Available in smooth foam only, it is designed for patients who weigh up to 600 lbs. and who have a calf circumference of between 12-23". Like the Heelift Standard, the Heelift Bariatric is latex-free, includes a friction-free tricot backing to facilitate patient mobility, comes with an extra pad which can be used to help prevent hip rotation or foot drop, and can be customized for specific patient needs.

Winco Staxi DM Systems

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