Description
The Mackworth Oak Universal Sling is a versatile and widely used patient lifting sling designed to cater to the needs of most patients. This general-purpose sling is compatible with various mobile hoists and ceiling track systems, making it a valuable addition to any healthcare facility or home care setting.
The sling can be easily applied and removed while the patient is seated in a chair. This convenience enhances both patient comfort and the efficiency of the caregiving process.
The Mackworth Oak Universal Sling has various fabric options, including polyester solid, polyester mesh, parasilk, quilted, super soft spacer, and paediatric fabrics. This extensive range allows caregivers to select the most suitable material for their patient’s comfort and medical needs. Furthermore, the Mackworth Oak is available with or without head support, offering flexibility to meet individual patient requirements.
We proudly manufacture the Mackworth Oak in the UK.
Please note: Mackworth slings are non-assessed.
Features & Benefits
- Versatile design – The sling allows for height adjustment, making it suitable for use with multiple patients of varying sizes. It is available in various sizes to accommodate patients of different body types.
- Ease-of-use – The colour-coded straps simplify the fitting process, ensuring proper placement for improved efficiency and accuracy. A webbing pocket allows for tidy storage of webbing when not in use, keeping the environment clutter-free.
- Enhanced comfort – Different fabrics, including polyester solid, polyester mesh, parasilk, quilted, super soft spacer, and paediatric fabrics, cater to individual patient comfort and medical requirements. It is available with or without head support, offering greater flexibility to meet user needs.
- Dignity and Privacy – The modesty loop protects patient dignity during transfers, ensuring privacy and respect.
- Robust design – The sling complies with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER), maintaining its quality and safety even under high-temperature washing conditions. The embroidered label displays weight capacity and a serial number, ensuring clear identification and adherence to weight limitations.
Technical Specification
Sizes available: Small, medium, large, X large, XX large and XXX large
Safe working load: 200kg (32 stone) for Small to X large, 300kg for XX large and XXX large.
Fabrics available: Polyester, mesh, parasilk, quilted, spacer and paediatric fabrics
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This product qualifies for Disability VAT relief.
