Who invented HoverMatt?
HoverTech International was established in 1997 by founder and President, David T. Davis. Dave started HoverTech International in a little home in east Allentown, PA, working 24/7 to make and sell his product, the HoverMatt® Air Transfer System.
What is a Hoover mat?
The HoverMatt® Air Transfer Mattress is the number one choice of hospitals for patient transfers, boosting, turning and positioning.
What is air assisted transfer device?
HoverTech air transfer system makes patient transfers, boosting, positioning, and proning easier while protecting the carer health. A cushion of air beneath the inflated device reduces the force required to move a patient by 80-90%, enabling the carers to transfer patients without lifting or straining safely.
What is the weight limit of the HoverMatt?
Weight Limit: 1,200 lbs. Multiple Sizes Available HoverMatt Air Transfer System provides a cushion of air beneath the mattress, helping caregivers safely transfer patients without lifting or straining.
What is the weight limit on the HoverMatt air transfer system?
1,200lbs
The patient weight limit for the HoverMatt® air transfer system is 1,200lbs / 544kg. It is available in four different widths to accommodate the body mass of the patient. After the patient is placed on the HoverMatt® transfer mattress, low pressure air from the small Air Supply will inflate the mattress.
Is there a weight limit for HoverMatt?
The patient weight limit for the HoverMatt® air transfer system is 1,200lbs / 544kg. It is available in four different widths to accommodate the body mass of the patient. After the patient is placed on the HoverMatt® transfer mattress, low pressure air from the small Air Supply will inflate the mattress.
How do you clean a HoverMatt?
If a reusable HoverMatt becomes badly soiled, it should be laundered in a washing machine with a 160° F (71° C) maximum water temperature. A 10:1 bleach solution may be used (10 parts water: one part bleach) during the wash cycle. The HoverMatt should be air dried if possible.
How much does a HoverMatt weigh?
Variants
| Item number | Maximum user weight (kg) | |
|---|---|---|
| HoverMatt Mattress 39″ heat-sealed | HM39HS | 544 |
| HoverMatt Mattress 50″ heat-sealed | HM50HS | 544 |
| HoverMatt Mattress 28″ double-coated | HM28DC | 544 |
| HoverMatt Mattress 34″ double-coated | HM34DC | 544 |
Is the HoverMatt Air Transfer System latex free?
Is the HoverMatt transfer system latex free? All HoverTech products are latex free.
What’s a HoverJack?
The HoverJack® Air Patient Lift allows caregivers to safely lift individuals who have fallen without gathering a lift team. The HoverJack consists of four chambers that are inflated sequentially to comfortably lift individuals from the floor to bed or stretcher height in a supine position.
What kind of lifting device is an air pal?
AirPal is a high performance air assisted single patient use system designed to move patients weighing up to 1,000 lbs (454 kg) from one surface to another in a supine position.
What is a lateral assist device?
Lateral Transfer Aid: A thin quilted pad lies on an attached or unattached roller sheet. It has nonslip strips on its underside and pull straps with extensions. It also has slats that can be inserted to bridge distances of up to 9 inches between transfer surfaces. $576-$599. Machine washable.
How much does a hover Jack cost?
This HoverJack system is complete in excellent cosmetic and tested working condition. It is ready to use and I guarantee it will not be DOA. This system retails for $4875.00 new. Used to lift any fall patient from the floor to a height of 30 inches one chamber at a time.
What is the most hazardous patient transfer?
The most hazardous types of patient transfers are: Bed to chair Bed to stretcher Reposition in bed. It is important to follow proper transfer techniques to reduce the chance of injury. In addition, whenever you move a patient or lift, push, or pull an object, it is important to use good body mechanics.