Etac Evacuation EMS HoverJack Patient Lifting Device
The Etac Evacuation EMS HoverJack Patient Lifting Device is an innovative evacuation solution, designed to maintain the dignity and safety of both patients and EMS responders during emergency lateral transfers. When inflated via its four air chambers, the HoverJack moves patients safely to ambulance stretchers to prepare for transport, and passengers can be securely fastened with the safety belts and foot pouch. Ideal for indoor use, it features a tapered head-end for easy manoeuvrability in corridors and down staircases.
What's Included
- 1 x HoverJack Patient Lifting Device
Why Choose the EMS HoverJack Device?
This Etac HoverJack is an excellent choice for medical establishments looking to elevate their level of care. Designed for the most challenging situations, this patient lifting device offers a seamless solution for transferring patients with limited mobility.
It functions through four air chambers, which are inflated to remove patients from the ground, and is designed this way to maintain patient dignity as well as improve the safety of operators. It's also great to have on hand in indoor environments, and features a tapered head-end and Teflon-coated bottom for easy movement/pivoting around corners and down staircases.
Where Can the EMS HoverJack Lifter Be Used?
The HoverJack can be used in a number of environments by EMS responders, including:
- Hospitals
- Care homes
- Schools/Universities
- Sports grounds
- Shopping centres
- Offices
Key Features and Benefits
- State-of-the-art evacuation solution for EMS responders
- Four air chambers are inflated for full functionality during transfers
- Ideal for patients with limited mobility in emergencies
- Tapered head-end facilitates manoeuvrability in corridors/down stairs
- Teflon-coated bottom allows device to be slid over most surfaces
- Adjustable and inflatable head-end wedge improves patient's breathing and comfort
- Includes fastening belts and foot pouch for patient security in transit
- CPR can be performed once (and only when) the HoverJack is fully inflated
- Latex-free fabric blend prevents irritation and/or skin flare-ups
Who Can Use the Etac Patient Lifting Device?
The HoverJack is ideal for people who:
- Are unable to assist in lifting themselves vertically
- Whose weight poses a risk to those responsible for transferring them
- Require CPR (which can only occur once the HoverJack is fully inflated)
How Do I Inflate the Etac HoverJack Evacuation Device?
The HoverJack is manufactured with four valves, where inflation and deflation of the device takes place. For step-by-step instructions on how to inflate your HoverJack, read our instruction manual linked below.
Inflatable Head-End for Patient Comfort
To ensure your patient's breathing remains steady during critical situations, the head-end of this transfer device can be inflated and adjusted to a position that facilitates easier breathing and improves their overall comfort.
Designed for Easy Manoeuvrability
The HoverJack is designed for swift and rapid movement during emergencies. It features a Teflon-coated bottom that glides smoothly over most surfaces, and has a tapered head-end that allows for easy turning around corners, in corridors and down staircases.
Ensures Passengers Are Secure
Equipped with multiple safety belts and a foot pouch, the Etac EMS HoverJack is crafted to maximise the safety of patients in transit. These features are particularly useful in emergency scenarios where time is of the essence and faster movement is required.
Product Specifications
- Product Code: HJ32EV-2
- Dimensions (LxWxH): 1830 x 810 x 760mm
- Height (Chambers): 190mm
- Maximum User Weight:
- Vertical Lifts: 544kg
- Stairwell Evacuations: 318kg
- Materials:
- Top Coating: Nylon Med Polyurethane Coating
- Bottom Coating: Teflon Impregnated Polyester
- Latex-Free? Yes
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