What are the Benefits of Free-Standing Hoists?

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.