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GlideFree
Ceiling Lifts Overview
The
GlideFREE
Ceiling-Mounted lift provides a range of solutions for patient transfer in
homes and facilities. With a GlideFree ceiling lift,
the patient can be lifted from the tub, floor, or bed, and lowered into a
sitting or lying down position.
These
lifts are mounted to the track and sit unobtrusively near the ceiling
when not in use.
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Advantages of a
GlideFREE®
Ceiling Lift
A ceiling lift is
the most seamless patient transfer solution available.
 | Furniture does not have to be
moved to perform a lift. |
| It lift rolls smoothly easily
along the ceiling mounted track. |
| User can be raised from and
lowered to a sitting or fully reclined position. |
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(In the industry-standard no-charge Adobe PDF format)
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| Users with enough upper body
strength can operate the lift independently. |
| The lift is never in the way
because it is on the ceiling.
Ceiling lifts provide for the overhead lifting of the patient without
turning in tight locations or maneuvering over carpet.
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| See our
floor model vs. ceiling lift page for more thoughts on the
general benefits of ceiling lifts. |
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Components
of a
Ceiling Lift
A
variety of ceiling lift engines, tracks, track mounting & connecting
accessories, track switches/carousels/transversals/roundhouses, patient
slings and other accessories allow maximum customization of the ceiling lift
system to fit your needs and your environment.
Also, a variety of
lift system slings and other accessories (scales, etc.) are available -- no matter
what your need. We have separate pages describing
slings and accessories.
GlideFREE® Ceiling-Mounted Lift Features
The central component of any lifting
system is its lift engine. All of the GlideFREE lift engine models have motorized patient lifting and lowering.
| Powerful and computer controlled
The GlideFREE 600 lifts up to 600lb. (272kg). For added safety,
a limiting switch is built in to restrict the lift from picking up
people in excess of 600lb. |
| Fingertip control
The waterproof hand control is clearly marked for safe and efficient
handling. It is water-submersible to 3 feet (1m). |
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| Soft start and stop
No abrupt starts and stops. At the beginning of travel, the
GlideFREE starts gently. At the end of travel, it softly slows
to a stop. Motion is controlled and a high level of patient
comfort is achieved. |
| Variable speed
The speed of the lift can be adjusted to suit the individual.
For accurate positioning, the variable speed is activated by the hand
control. The lift will glide effortlessly to the desired
position. |
| Ergonomic and positioning features:
Almost no manual strain involved during transfer
Ability to lift from floor |
| User friendly charging systems
A variety of charging systems are available for the GlideFREE and True
Continuous Charge is worry free.
See discussion of power source and charging in its
own section below. |
| Customized track systems
Customized track systems can be designed to meet the caregivers' and/or users' needs
as well as to accommodate varying ceiling heights and designs, such as
vaulted or cathedral ceilings
which may require suspended track installations. Track
Curves of varying degrees are available to allow access where you need it. Electric Carousels, Track Switches
& Transversal applications are available for access in
multiple directions or in small or constricted areas. The GlideFREE can
also be
installed as
a room-covering system. |
| Option of a digital scale |
| And many other safety-oriented
features, listed below! |
GlideFREE® Ceiling Lift Safety
Features
| Limiting device -- Prevents lift use in overload
situations.
The overload limiting circuit will stop accidental lifting when the 600lb.
maximum load has been exceeded. |
| Emergency Lowering
A Lowering device is built in -- to lower in case of battery or
control board failure. |
| Emergency locking mechanism
A self-locking device will prevent unintentional lowering. |
| Reset button
On hand control restores normal operation after using emergency stop
or emergency down. |
| Battery Power
Which
eliminates the chance of electrical shock and keeps lift available in case
of power outage.
See discussion of power source and charging in its
own section below. |
| Intelligent Charging Systems
which automatically shut off. |
| Expert Installation
Exclusively installed
by trained personnel |
What is the power
source for this lift? What happens if the power goes out? And
how is the lift charged?
The dependable 24 volt system keeps the
GlideFREE® ceiling lifts operating even in the event of an
electrical power outage. A variety of charging
systems are available for the GlideFREE.
To keep your battery charged, your lift
can either be positioned along the track in a charging location called a
"charging station" or installed with True Continuous Charge.
With True Continuous Charge, the lift batteries are
charged automatically wherever the lift is positioned on the track.
Caregivers need never remember to charge the lift. When other
(non-continuous) charging methods are utilized, an audible alarm will sound
an alert to charge the batteries.
Room-to-Room
Usage and other Special Track Layouts
No matter what
your need -- we have a Lift solution!
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We can customize
the track to get you where you need to go with straight track of varying
lengths and curved track of varying angles.
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If you need to go
anywhere in a room space, we can install a room-covering Transversal system.
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If you need to
access multiple directions or small/constricted areas, we have Carousels and
Track switches.
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We're able to
suspend the track when there are vaulted or cathedral ceilings.
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If you need
room-to-room usage and do not want to alter your doorway, we have a
room-to-room system, that allows a track transfer at the doorway.
We'll also help you look at alternatives such as bath/toilet chairs, if the
bathroom is the second room you need to access.
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See our
Track Configuration page for more
detail!
Temporary Use of
a Ceiling Lift
Ceiling lift
systems can be temporarily installed.
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Note, that even
when a ceiling track is installed in your home/facility, it can be
easily removed when you no longer need your lift. After its removal,
the small holes caused by the mounting screws can be filled in with putty
and painted over.
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Should you need a
truly temporary solution, the ceiling lift can be
installed on two-post or four-post temporary systems. We use
these systems when we demonstrate the ceiling lifts at shows or in your
home/facility. Frequently, hospitals will use these systems
temporarily for patients and families can get familiar with transferring
their loved one.
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Installing a
ceiling lift/Scheduling a
Evaluation
There are many options for the installation of a ceiling
lift.
Our track can be installed in a variety
of ceilings including standard wood joist, concrete and steel ceilings.
We can also handle vaulted and cathedral ceilings. Our factory trained consultants will come
to your home or facility to discuss your needs and your desires regarding
usage in your home/facility. Contact
us for more information or to schedule an evaluation.
Independent
Patient Use Warning
Using any lift independently is not
recommended if physical and/or mental condition are subject to change.
Independent use should always be accompanied by back-up systems, such as
portable telephones, emergency call systems and mechanical emergency let
down mechanisms.
Note: Specifications
are subject to change without notice. The right to technical
alterations is reserved.
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