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Features and benefits of our Foam for Care mattresses

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Cover

Key features Key benefits
2 way zipped Easy to remove the cover for inspection and laundering
3 way zipped Easy to remove the cover for inspection and laundering
4 way zipped Easy to remove the cover for inspection and laundering
Concealed zipped with zip flap Improved incontinence and fluid resistance; prevents foam core contamination
High frequency welded seams Improved incontinence and fluid resistance
Multi stretch cover Improves pressure redistribution; prevents hammocking and creasing
High water vapour permeable cover / high breathable cover Less sweat of the patient and good decubitus prevention 
Anti-bacterial treated cover Resistant against bacterial growth, including MRSA, fungal growth and house dust mite
PVC cover Suitable for secure unit; extra durable, vandal proof
Integrated evacuation straps Evacuate the patient without changing mattress

 

 

 

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Concealed zipped with zip flap

 

 

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High frequency welded seams

 

 

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Zipped

 

Turnability

Key features Key benefits
Four way turning mattress Longer mattress lifespan; 24 hour / 7 day use
Two way turning mattress Longer mattress lifespan; 24 hour / 7 day use

 

Indicators

Key features Key benefits
Audit box, rotation cycle, care and cleaning instructions: printed on the cover Best practice guidelines to aid longevity
Indication: Weight limit up to ...kg Provide the right support to patients with a higher weight
CE-labelled 93/42/EEC/Class 1 Compliance with the applicable EU regulations 
Flammability foam following  Statutory Instrument 1324 requirements; BS 5852 Crib 5 Fire safety
Flammability cover following  Statutory Instrument 1324 requirements; BS 6807 Crib 5 Fire safety
Flammability mattress following  Statutory Instrument 1324 requirements; BS 7177 Crib 5 Fire safety

 

Foam

Key features Key benefits
Zoned mattress Minimises pressure on different areas of the patients body
Special multi-profile design Can be used on adjustable bed bases and reduces shearforces
Firm sides Helps the patient to get out the bed easily
High resilient PU foam Maintained high self-reliance 
Visco elastic foam Good pressure redistribtuion properties
GELTEX® inside Excellent combination of pressure redistribution, ventilation and body support

 

Cleaning & disinfection

  Key features & benefits

Closure cover protection to 50.000 ppm chlorine

 

 

 

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Chlorine resistant PU cover for effective infection control and to prevent damage during cleaning regimes
Resistant to excessive concentrations of chlorine
Elevated testing – simulating 2 years of regular washing:
subjected to over 100 washes with and without rinsing - maintaining waterproof and physical characteristics
Cost efficient: dramatic reduction in the amount of replacement mattresses needed by a hospital each year
Results far exceed the requirements of the actual industry guidelines
Proven hydrolysis resistance: has been developed to withstand to 50x the normal level of contact with chlorine based cleaners
Waterproof and water vapour permeable
Fire retardant to BS7175: ignition sources: 0, 1, 5
Proven infection control against MRSA
Durable and easy to maintain – washable to 95ºC
Smooth comfortable surface to reduce friction

 

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