Although
fixed hoists provide the most security of use and portable hoists are also
popular in aged care facilities and similar spaces, there are a number of
benefits to free standing hoists depending upon your situation.
Free-standing
hoists are hoists that do not require ceiling rails to be installed in order
for them to be used. Free-standing
hoists (as pictured) require some assembly, but in a few short minutes are able
to transfer patients securely and comfortably in any environment. They are
easily moved to allow for a wide variety of transfer needs.
The
portability of these hoists is the main benefit. A free-standing hoist allows a person
requiring mobility aid to be free to travel anywhere at any time. There is a serious shortage of accommodation
with built-in hoists available, so free-standing hoists are the only solution
for those with an adventurous spirit, or whose work or family require them to
travel.
Free-standing
hoists stocked by CHS Healthcare are easily assembled and disassembled – often
in less than ten minutes without tools.
Many free-standing hoists are very light-weight to serve just this
purpose. Our most popular hoist, the
Waverley Glen FST300 weighs just 21.5kgs, with no individual component weigh
more than 8kg. Most models fit easily
into a carry bag, which simply makes them a part of your luggage.
Free-standing
hoists are also good for temporary use, or in situations where a fixed hoist or
ceiling rails cannot be installed such as in rental properties and other forms
of short-term accommodation. They are
easily stored away when not in use, as opposed to some of the more intrusive
built in models.
Some
free-standing hoists have an SWL of up to 180kg, so choose your model carefully
based on this. Consider your purpose in
buying this kind of hoist and if unsure, ask the experts at CHS Healthcare to
make recommendations about the right kind of hoist for you.
